::New in The Studio::

it's been oh so very quiet in the studio this summer

school starts soon

so I'm gearing up to get some sewing done.

new fabric is about to be ordered.

my Bernina is headed to the shop

to get cleaned and oiled.

my sewing space is getting cleaned up

and organized

**to be revealed shortly**

i've had a couple projects though.

(forgive the quality of pictures...

they were mostly taken on the overcast

rainy days

that we were home

all those other days we were at the pool

with friends!)

here's what's new:

a dress

for a little gator girl

who's getting ready

to cheer for her parents'

alma mater.

i drew that little gator by hand

and was sad to see him go.

he was a cutie.

for a birthday girl

showing a little Philly love

teal, pink and navy~

one of my fave color combos

especially seersucker!

reversible headbands

love these colors!

a four shirt for my little birthday girl!

another one for my baby

and this one is with ric rac!

Thou Shall Covet: Nautical Inspired Finds

I'm ready for S-U-M-M-E-R!

Here's to long days on the beach, corn on the cob, flip flops, fresh tomatoes, lobster & crab feasts, driving with the windows down, Corona's with lime, ice cream cones with jimmies, & sand in your swimsuit! ;)

Summer scarves = the perfect accessory!

Check out these two from World Market:

Red/White Striped Scarf (Hmmm, I wonder if I could DIY this?)

Anchors & Chains scarf:

These Sea Urchin & Starfish Pillows are made out of recyled chenille...

Ahhhhh, so soft. They will fit in nicely on my screened-in porch at my beach cottage (Ha!).

Seersucker shorts AND boat shoes...a must have for Baby C,

especially for a sunset cruise on Pops' boat!

Need a beach bag OR just a fun, everyday bag?

I love the rope handles on this Sailor Tote from byanhippo on Etsy.

Speaking of rope, LOOK at this adorable Sailor Knot Headband from marcelacamargo:

My other favs from her Etsy shop: Sailor Knot Belt and Sailor Knot Necklace

Check out these espadrilles from Kate Spade (available in blue, green & black too!):

And finally, we can't forget something for Payton!

Nautical Dog Collar (love the pop of red!) from greenbeandog on Etsy:

'Cause it makes her want to dance.

New Project UPDATE

I did it! I knew by posting prior to actually attempting the project that I would stick with it and not give up. I did not "whip it up" in 30 minutes or even an hour like a lot of sewing bloggers do, I kept at it all afternoon and then later last night. Of course, I had to entertain my 2 year old, throw some laundry in and talk to my sis-in-law (Hi Amy!) in between but I didn't stop 'cause I knew you'd be asking about it!

So, without further ado... here it is!




I couldn't bear to try and learn how to do the pockets, but I added my favorite pom pom fringe! It was a very easy project. The directions are great and the only part I had trouble with was putting the bottom hem on the yellow piece. Matching up the shirred fabric with the flat fabric was a bit tricky for me. I can't wait to try it again... the girls love the twirly-ness of the skirt and are clamoring for more!