The Shy Gardener

Making my first wrap skirt was exciting experience. I learned to make binding, machine sewed my first button hole, customized the pattern and practiced hemming. I used a pattern from my favorite Improv Sewing book and modified the binding at the waist into longer wrap around ties. For this project I used a lovely light green jersey fabric with a delicate pattern. I cut out three identical panels adding an inch to the bottoms for hemming. In the future I will also add 3/4 inc

Making a Reverse-Applique Skirt I have been wanting to try reverse-applique for awhile. My inspiration comes from a great book, Improv Sewing, that helped me overcome my fear of making clothing. I picked the reverse-applique skirt from their projects but created my own floral design. I selected a grey jersey for the body of the skirt and paired it with a lupine flower. The bloom gradually changes color from light to dark blue in the ombre style. After deciding on the position