I liked it so much I made another one ...

The same Kwik Sew from last weekend. I made this from a scrap of fabric I bought at the op shop for $2. The bias binding I bought at the op shop for 35c and the buttons came from my stash, probably once purchased from the op shop although I can't remember for sure.

I didn't do much else this weekend, although I have cut out two dresses, traced two patterns and drafted another Enid Gilchrist pattern for my SWAP. I'm back to the drawing board now ...

Comments

Faye Lewis said…
That top is too cute! I love the thrifty approach to. You are a really busy lady.
November 16, 2009 at 12:28 AM
Adrienne said…
Very cute! I bought this pattern the other day because of your last post! LOL
November 16, 2009 at 1:36 AM
Sew Shy said…
I like the way you changed it up with the bias binding. Great idea!
November 16, 2009 at 3:03 PM
Audrey said…
Very cute blouse. I especially like the red bias trim with the blue striped fabric.
November 19, 2009 at 5:14 AM
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