Sweat shop!

I've been putting in a few hours behind the sewing machine, here's a few progress pictures

Friday sewday

Well, the water was out for most of the day, my morning shower was at 6pm... But it was a productive day none the less and I really enjoyed it! My pile of garments requiring zippers is growing... 

Thursday Already...

I had a great Wednesday, free from study!
A very lazy morning, followed by the construction of a skirt. I stuffed up more than a couple of times, but I think I'm getting there! I just need to finish the zipper and put on some buttons.

  I've started putting in the zipper in my blue, floral 60's dress, but I need some more of the right blue cotton to finish. And I've cut out another 2 skirts and 3 dresses.
I had great plans for today, but they were not to be. All I really achieved was moving the tabs on yesterday's skirt a little higher, and then it was time to clean up for an extended family dinner party at our place.
I'm a bit disheartened that I haven't got more done this week, not even one completed project, but I know I'll get there. And continue in the never-ending list of things!

Belated Christmas project.

My brother asked for a zebra and a giraffe for Christmas. When he asks, I produce. Maybe not in a timely manner... But today, not quite 6 months late, I drew up a pattern for said zebra and pulled out some denim from my stash to make a tester.

Pretty cute I think. The pattern needs some tweaking, and I'm hoping zebra print fabric makes it look less like a cow. 

These are the fabrics I have for the final products. 

I also looked at some skirt tutorials, ignored them all and started a little pleated summer skirt. Not sure how I want to finish this yet, whether with a band or elastic, but I think I'll make shorts with the rest of the fabric! I love it!

My suspivisor, Buster, was all of a sudden camera shy! 

I've spent a great deal of today pondering the future, goals, and dreams, and plans. I'm really excited about everything, it should mean a lot more productivity!

I hope all you West Aussies are enjoying the Foundation Day (WA Day) long weekend, and everyone else had a great weekend and are gearing up for an awesome week!