Category Archives: Clothing

what I’m wearing

Posted on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 by Regina Lord

One of my favorite things about cooler weather is layers. My signature winter outfit includes jeans, a blouse, top or T and a cardigan sweater (sometimes a hoodie). Then comes the necklaces.  At least two. And now that I have … Continue reading →

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3 skirts

Posted on Tuesday, July 24, 2012 by Regina Lord

I’ve been wanting some skirts like this one and this one, but decided instead to just make them myself. I used some jersey knit that I already had, but I’d love to make a gray and navy blue one too.  … Continue reading →

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Indygo Junction Pattern Giveaway

Posted on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 by Regina Lord

Trench Topper :: Chic Cowl Neck Shift :: My Garden Zips I have been wanting to sew up this Chic Cowl Neck Dress FOREVER!  I love it!  I want to make one to wear with a comfy long sleeve shirt, … Continue reading →

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Simplicity 4177

Posted on Thursday, July 14, 2011 by Regina Lord

I’ve made this top a couple of times before too, here and here. It’s a white embroidered cotton/linen.  The fabric is a bit stiff, even after two washings, bit I love the fit so it should soften up after more … Continue reading →

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sundress

Posted on Tuesday, August 3, 2010 by Regina Lord

I made this dress a few weeks ago and am finally getting around to sharing it. I made it from some old fabric I bought at a thrift store about 6 years ago.  I don’t usually wear orange, but I … Continue reading →

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pillowcase pajama shorts tutorial

Posted on Monday, July 5, 2010 by Regina Lord

The boys desperately needed some pajama shorts, especially for days when pajama wear turns into daytime wear. I had my little one try to pick fabric he liked, but I don’t have much boyish stuff.  Then I came across my … Continue reading →

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Happy 4th!!

Posted on Sunday, July 4, 2010 by Regina Lord

We’re not doing much today.  Just sewing and getting ready to go to Oregon on Tuesday to see my sister and her family. YAY!! I am super excited. Tonight we are grilling corn and sitting on the roof with some … Continue reading →

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simple boat neck top

Posted on Friday, July 2, 2010 by Regina Lord

I made Jennifer’s boat neck top and LOVE it.  I saw it and just knew I had to make it asap. First I had to go through some sewing machine difficulties, before getting into a good sewing place. I’ve finally … Continue reading →

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the 333 dress

Posted on Friday, June 25, 2010 by Regina Lord

We are going to Oregon to see my sister in almost 10 days and I wanted to take a little something for my little niece Ruby.  Fortunately, my friend Amy had an awesome pdf sewing pattern that I bought on … Continue reading →

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finished skirt

Posted on Tuesday, June 22, 2010 by Regina Lord

Here is my finished skirt. It’s very girly-twirly and fun. Like I said before, I used the Sew Mama Sew Tutorial, which was great.  I just couldn’t get the shirring to work on the waist band so I made a … Continue reading →

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