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Saturday 31 October 2009

Putting words into action. Doily denim skirt.

I am not all that enamoured of the entire Paula Prass, Summer Soiree range. I do however, absolutely LOVE this print containing doilies of course! I made skirts for my market stall with co-ordinating spots. It is called Nosegay.

And here is some rare footage of myself in a recently op-shopped denim skirt. It was down to my ankles, so I took 4 or 5" off the bottom. I left the edge raw and used strong top stitching thread to sew around the edge to stop it fraying too much. Finally I added a pretty and finely patterned doily in ecru tones. I'm quite happy with it. The skirt is comfy and a little unique. A bit like me ;) I had more pinned on initially but decided that a little goes a long way. Total cost, $6.49.



So finally I have actually USED one of my many doilies. I raided the op-shop for doilies the other day and came home with another 40 so it was definitely time to put them to use. There's still another 100 or so there!

I am adding regularly to the giveaway pile!

5 comments:

  1. That is gorgeous Helen. That one doily is just right. Though I am going to have to do some snooping to find out where this new little op shop is!

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  2. Love the skirt that you refashioned for yourself!

    The one for your stall is stunning!

    Great work!

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  3. That skirt is so perfect now! I love it, It looks gorgeous, and looks like it suits you perfectly!

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  4. Oh, wonderful Helen, on both skirts. That looks great on you :)

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  5. Wonderful wonderful! Love the girly skirt and yours is stunning! Gotta love op shops!

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