Timestitcher

It has begun.  When I wrote in this journal last fall, I mentioned that I would style Rarity's gala gown as either late 1860's or early 1870's.  I finally settled on 1874(ish) as the time period and started work last week. The bustle and train supporter is finished (photo already posted) and then added all the petticoats this monstrosity will need.  I've also got the main skirt, lining and overskirt cut out.  The bustled train still needs to be cut, but I want to finish off the main skirt first.  It has ruched organza, more pleated ruffles than is good for my sanity and lots of floofiness.  I've been debating posting in-progress photos, but

I can't believe the feedback I've received over my daughter's Halloween costume.  What started as a fun little "I wonder" project has certainly gathered a lot of hits, comments and favs - thank you to all those fans out there. As part of those hits a few people have asked about the other gowns.  While I hadn't started out planning to make more than Pinkie Pie's dress, I've been brainstorming what I would do it I DID decide to make them.  In fact, I probably will make Rarity's gown for the upcoming MegaCon in February so my daughter and I can coordinate at the event. As a note, since I love historical costuming these will all have some sort

I finally sat down the other night and put to paper my list of TTD's up through early April and I'm feeling a bit intimidated.  It didn't seem too difficult until I factored in family, holidays and two leadership positions (Costumer's Guild and Cub Scouts).  Eep! Here's to hoping I can get it all done! 2011 1. Amazing holiday creation (10 pieces total) for a client.  Shhh... it's a secret. ;)  Pictures will be posted after completion. 2. Alterations and holiday salsa for another client. (?) 3. Gifts for some family and friends 4. Begin period undies (1860's and 1910) - I'm on the fence here. 5. Begin "Secret of Kells" inspired green st