Two Things at the Same Time

I don't really seem to be able to handle doing two things at the same time.  To wit, I've been posting semi-frequently on a different blog, The Great Vintage Sewalong of 2011, and have dropped off the face of the earth here at Dum Spiro Spero.


Here's what I've been busy working on:

Isn't it cute?  The dress is from 1941.  I'm making it out of a deep pink velvet.  And I'm hoping to have it completed by Valentine's Day.


I've sewn it up in muslin once, made some alterations, and sewed up the bodice part again in muslin.  This is how it looks:

I'm happy with my progress, so I'm ready to cut it out in the fashion fabric and to proceed.


It's a vintage dress party over at the other blog.  Do stop by and check out all the fun garments people are making!

Florals and Ginghams

I am seeing a trend for spring in floral and gingham prints-- I LOVE it!

Here are some images from the D&G Spring 2011 campaign:

via Life in Pics

The oversized-gingham print is my favorite look and I love it used in a playsuit.  The maxi dresses are really pretty and the short floral-print dresses remind me of the early 90s-- especially the tiered peplum skirt.


Can you tell I'm ready for spring to hurry up and get here?!?

1/1/11

I hope you all had a great time last night for New Year's Eve and today as you rang in the new year.


Below is that wonderful scene from the end of When Harry Met Sally where Harry professes his love to Sally.  I love that line where he tells her "It's not because I'm lonely, and it's not because it's New Year's Eve.  I came here tonight because when you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of you life to start as soon as possible."

Enjoy and best wishes for 2011!