Wednesday, May 19, 2010

What I'm Wearing: Under my umbrella

Cardigan: Urban Outfitters
Tank: Old Navy
Skirt: I made it from a bedsheet
Shoes (hidden in forget-me-nots): Dansko
Necklace: Etsy
Umbrella: Modcloth

This skirt has a special place in my heart: it was the first piece of clothing I ever sewed. It's Simplicity 4236, your basic zip-up-the-back circle skirt, and I love it so. I made another skirt with the pattern, too-- maybe I'll wear that one next Wednesday. That one was not made from a bedsheet, however, and it must be said: there is something pretty stinkin' cool about making clothing from bedsheets. At least, I think so.

It's a bit of a blustery, drizzly day here-- good spinach weather, I like to say. It's been a schizophrenic springtime here in Binghamton. 80-degree days and 50-degree days interspersed willy-nilly, so there's no telling what to expect. Such is the nature of springtime, I guess.

Yesterday, I cut into my first new project in a long time, post-quilt, that is. It felt good. Good to get back to the realm of projects that take a day or a week, as opposed to a whole era of life.

Looking forward to sharing some things here soon.


7 comments:

Ashley M. said...

I love all the green!!!

Danielle and Clint said...

Great job on the skirt! I can't help but love the umbrella with the outfit.

Kristina Strain said...

Thanks! Truth be told, I've been waiting all spring for a rainy Wednesday so I'd have the chance to show it off!

Becky said...

Just darlin!!

N said...

The skirt is beautiful! I definitely think you should do lots of twirling in it!

Alli (One Pearl Button) said...

What a perfect springtime outfit! I love your bedsheet skirt (especially with that cute green umbrella!).

Kristina Strain said...

Natalie-- You know it! That skirt is perfect for twirling.

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