The weather is warming up. Perhaps enough to get by without layers. I'm hoping for the kind of weather that allows for tunics and jeans. In anticipation yesterday, I took a few hours to make McCalls 5556. Thanks to Jennifer, I had Honey Child on hand just waiting for an opportunity to show off.
I used Mikaela in periwinkle and Nelly in blue to create this lively tunic. I substituted soutache braid for the fabric loops the pattern called for. The resulting closures are slightly more delicate and allow the fussy cut front bands to do their thing without competition.
It took some persuading but I submitted to a photo--with me in it. It helped that I love this tunic. Comfy and bright. What's not to like? Thank you, sweet Jennifer, for such gorgeous fabric! Drama is effortless with Sis Boom.
It's going to be a busy week around here. Hopefully, I'll get a chance to get out to enjoy warmer temps and sunshine. And wear my latest wardrobe addition. Have a great week, everyone!
You look so beautiful! I am loving the tunic!
ReplyDeleteAlmost 1 a.m.
ReplyDeleteCouldn't sleep due to the plethora of ideas swirling around my head.
Thought I would try to distract myself with the ideas of others. After a few minutes on the web it I was beginning to feel sleepy... and then BAM!!! you have an ACTUAL REAL photo of yourself.
You are beautiful - I like that you also put it in as your profile pic. Good move.
Carolina
This is the proof that a real live person is behind all the craziness here in this little corner of the blogosphere.
ReplyDeleteCarolina: I'm sorry if it startled you so late at night. Hopefully, it didn't scare away any of those swirling ideas. I can't wait to find out about some of those, by the way.
great colors and contrast! I want one.... no I NEED one.... just need it about 8 inches longer to hide my expansion joints.... and the fact I have not been depriving myself of my comforting food vices :)
ReplyDeleteLove the picture of you in the gorgeous top! It's so YOU. :)
ReplyDeleteMelissa!!! This is beautiful!!! You have been such an inspiration to me. Thank you for sharing all that you do! xoxo
ReplyDeleteMelissa!! What a beautiful photo!! You're tunic is wonderful and those fabrics are the best!!
ReplyDeleteGreat Tunic! That's twice today I've run across that fabric. It's really lovely!
ReplyDeleteAmazing tunic! You've made me want to run out and buy this pattern.
ReplyDeleteLovely photo, beautiful tunic.
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