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This is so beautiful Linda! It looks lovely on you too.

Sublime Jeffrey, I have been reading the Times online for years now--but this makes me want to reconsider a subscription:)

Wowza, J, I've spent the last few days visiting the sites here and what I had imagined to be a kind of drive through turned into several hours of wonder. Thank you so much for sharing this incredible work.

You are all set Adele! A copy of Sewing Green is on its way to you. Enjoy!

I know that this one was a beast but what wonder in a monster, right? Super-genius Diane (you and Wile E.)

Yay Grandmacrochet! Good luck and please post a picture of your hoodie once you've made it.

melimeoart, the under skirt is attached--but you could make one and use it as you would a slip. I attached this one at the waist by sewing the underskirt and topskirt to the elastic waistband. It was very easy and a very quick project.

Linda, when I saw these and then Erika's post I had an evil Sistine crafter thought: what if I made buttons out of polymer clay al la Linda and then made a pillow al la Erika? It would only take 1500 man hours! Right up my DIY alley. These are wonderful--thanks

I've been staring at this post all day--stunned! I have finally stabilized to the point where I can comment. My comment is WOW. Erika, you blow me away. WHOOOSH. I'm gone.

When I was in college(theater) one of my teachers told me a great formula for trying to figure out what jobs to accept in order to best create a career that is artistically thrilling and can sustain you. I had to learn the hard way the wisdom of his words, but today I use them all of the time so I can do what I love and have it sustain me. They are:
To accept a job it must be at least one of these three things:
1. It is an artistic challenge
2. It will advance your career
3. It will make you money
It has taken me a long time to realize how uncomfortable I was with the third one. I used to think that making money doing something that I loved meant that I was selling out. In fact, it was when I began treating my work as something valuable (and own that it was to me) that I was able to make a living at it. I know, duh..but that really changed my life.
Thanks for this.

Oh my! This made me laugh out loud for real. Thurston Howl!!! I love it and thanks for posting-- I am dying (pardon the pun) to see Lovey!

Wow, this looks like fun! Thanks Cathy. I've been wanting to take a class or two here in Seattle and this post is just the kick I needed.

He reminds me of Robert Plant.

Oh poor Bear! He is the first animal I have ever seen dressed who has successfully rejected the outfit that he is wearing to the point of objectification. That takes some doing. He's like the anti-Heidi Klum of cats.

Hey Tina,
Thanks for this--I have never had a problem with taking my knitting on domestic flights and as for overseas--it has depended on the country. I do wish that I'd had a self addressed envelope a few years back when I lost my project to Heathrow security--ugh!

Diane!! Congrats and a warm welcome to the podcasts here on CraftStylish. Even though I saw many of these products while I was there, it is great to hear about them in greater detail and dream about all of the cool possibilities coming down the pike.

Jen, these are terrific! I love seeing the cross section of Mac Daddy and craft on the site. If there were only a way to add a MP3 player to add the Mac Daddy theme song...

Thanks for the update Char50. I read the WSJ piece and it was very clear: the year long stay won't matter much if the law is not amended. So, there's time to take action.

Haha! Brava Kayte! I remember those creepy rabbit's foot key-chains. My grandparents used to give them to us and when we would realize what it actually was they would hurry to reassure us that it was 'good luck.' But after years of hearing about what my Irish family considered to be 'good luck' (bird droppings, broken dishes, falling on your face) I consider myself lucky in general...

I am definitely a take craftion kind of girl. Usually, I see something that I absolutely love and then I'll think, "I can make that"
Then I'll think, 'How hard can that be?" It has been when I discover for myself just how hard, or simple the creation of a certain something might be that I have accumulated my craft skills.
I'll take the craftion to make and then learn the actual how-to later. This has led to many spectacular failures and a few glorious successes--but that's just me.

Congrats!!! Please post pics of your dream space once you get it all the way you want. I am so psyched for you: what a win.

This caught my eye too, but I only had a few minutes to check it out. Thanks for all the info Ms D.

Aww, thanks everyone. I just checked in on the Knitting Murphy Troupe and it seems to be sticking (if not with all) with most of the new knitters in my family. The stragglers told me that they are waiting for my next visit to get them back on needle--you know how the first few months are all about confidence. But when I do go back to R.I (most likely March) I will post some pics of the new knits by the new knitters. You should know that all of your comments and support are really helping them. They can't believe that they are an inspiration! Thank you all.

Hi I Am Susan, What a great idea--duh! After working with over three hundred and fifty of them I can now call myself an expert:)
Let me gather my pics and whip up something--I will try and post it next week.
Thanks for the idea.
Michaela

Thanks Erika, it was a little sad taking the wall down after the show yesterday but seeing your pics make me re-proud!

Hi Sherri,
Happy to hear that you like the site. I've never been to Walla Walla but plan on visiting this year--we missed the holiday weather (back east for Christmas) if missed is the right word. Thanks for your contributions and support--looking forward to seeing more of what you make.
Michaela

Nice, Sherrisews!

Wow Diane, wow. Over Christmas I was teaching most of my family members how to knit (!) and my five-year-old niece wanted to try but it was too difficult for her to grasp the idea or the needles. That's when I thought of your cardboard loom post. The amazing thing was that because it was Christmas we had all of the things we needed right in the room (empty boxes, scissors, and the yarn from my knitting bag) within minutes we had a loom and Maeve was weaving right along with us. It was delightful to watch her first craft endeavor and she was thrilled to be able to make stuff with the grown-ups. This project will blow her mind--she can make herself a book! Thanks!

Wow, this is amazing work. Brava.

Yay Jen ! It looks great and great on you. How many stitches did you cast on for this beauty?

Hey Jen, Great video and an awesome project. I've got my eye on Gregg's old Grateful Dead tees (shhh...)

Oh Jen, I am so sorry to hear about Mac Daddy. He was such a sweet little guy and I am lucky to have experienced his craft companionship while sitting and knitting with you during the presidential debates. I'll come over and make a hat with you, watch TV and miss my yarn getting all entangled by Mac Daddy.

Oh, Faythe! I am going to be out of town and will miss seeing you in Seattle. Good luck and boy, is Rain City in for a treat!

These are awesome tips..thanks for posting.

Oh, I very much identify with this. Around five o'clock on Christmas Eve I finally finished my last hand knit scarf (and set a new personal record-- five hand knit scarves in one week!) and then I felt a little lost to have my hands empty for the first time in a while. I sat around the dinner table, Christmas tree, and fireplace thinking that maybe I should get my needles out and knit just to give my restless hands something to do. I decided that a little craft withdrawal was something that I could withstand--although it is hard to eat and entire tray of Christmas cookies while knitting. Happy Holidays Jen!

Hmmm, I know what I'll be making when I get back to Seattle. I have some Kiehls cucumber oil that would be dreamy. Bombs Away and all that

Animal Husbandry is one of my faves and it was such a treat to hear it again. You are a marvel, J--love that mic too.

Love Lulubeans yarn. I picked some up when you wrote about it earlier this year. I am a crochet newbie, but a slave to craft accessories nonetheless (hint, hint...)

That is so cool how you incorporated the spoon--great job!

OHHH, This looks like it was so much fun! We flew out on Sat night and I could not BELIEVE the snow!!! Looks like Northwesterners are intrepid when it comes to a cool craft fair though. Kudos to Crafty Wonderland. I will definitely be at the next great gathering!

Cathy! Beautiful work--always so nice to have you here--Happy Holidays!!!

Wow, I love how they all look together. Very cool.

Love it!

Wow, this is pretty fab and it looks great! Thanks for posting.

That contemporary tree reminds me of Charlie Brown..Thanks for the reminder to take a break and experience the season.

Hey Peachy Cheek,
The link has been fixed--thanks for the head's up!

Hey J,
Two things: first I LOVE hearing about the mistakes and craft disasters of others-- it helps me to bear my own.
AND, while I can't help but sit here imagining what your 'belly-up' project was like, I am even more fascinated that you had a plan 'B' project as beautiful as this waiting in the wings. The fall and rise of a crafter in one fell post!

Awesome Sally. This is the scarf that I made for our web producer, Vicky for her birthday. The one I made is a little bit different--but I will post a picture of it. BTW, it really did take just a weekend. I made the long skinny version and only used up a skein and three quarters. I started on Saturday night and was finished by Sunday afternoon. Thanks so much for this!

Hi Irey,
Thanks for your patience. The printing issue has been resolved and you should now be able to print up the pattern without incident. Let me know if you need anything else. Happy knitting.
Michaela

Hi Irey,
I have asked our tech dept to take a look and see what the problem might be--we will post an 'all clear' within a day or so. Sorry that you are having trouble.
Michaela

Hey Tina,
I just picked up some Lion Brand Thick n Quick in Charcoal and Claret (for the trim) and tonight I'm casting on!

Oh, this looks like it was so much fun! I love the pics Erika--thanks! That bearded lady rocks...

You say procraftinate--I say multitask! How funny, I do all of these things too--but usually when I am doing something else (like watching TV, waiting on hold etc..)

I can't even speak. Is this what is going on when I call you and ask what's up? You constantly blow my mind.

Very cool. I love kids clothes done in black--sweet!

I can imagine how you must feel--as I can hardly stand how cute this is--great job!

You did an amazing job--Jeffrey have you seen this?

Wow, Mary this is so beautiful. I am sitting here trying to imagine this technique being applied towards making a skirt--me and my big ideas!

I have craft room envy.

Hi Indian Girl,
Think of the onscreen view as what you would be seeing as you stood in the doorway, so that the doorway is located where you are in the unseen 'fourth' wall.

Hey Jen! Your daughters are adorable. So, this was my first time voting in Washington State and I had no idea what to expect. I showed up with enough craft projects to keep me busy for weeks--only to find an extremely efficient crew of election volunteers who moved everyone along at a bright clip. I was out of there in twenty minutes! But, I did go prepared. Thanks for the idea!

What a great idea for a bachelorette party. The cards came out terrific too!

Mamas, don't let your babies grow up to be cowgirls...oh, I'm sorry... You look great Vicky, that Austin shirt rocks--nice boots too:)

Okay Tina, I give--which swatch is yours?

Holy Smokes Erika, these are amazing works of art-- I am simply blown away.

These are the ultimate footwarmers for Boston Red Sox fans--something to keep us fashionably forward til next year.

Hi Jen1964, I knit on airplanes all of the time and I have never had a problem with security, or from having to abandon a project. For me, knitting is the perfect air travel activity and I get in a lot of uninterrupted knitting time--because of knitting I sometimes look forward to those long flights.

Hey Jen,
These downloads are awesome and really pretty--thanks! I almost want to give Dare to Make it Journals to everyone this year!

I want to watch you watch it

You're on. Gregg and I have over five hundred Maker Faire pics! It took me hours just to look at them all. Wow, last weekend was the longest month:)

I have to say having witnessed (and photographed) this amazing experience that it felt like we were living in a remake of Lost In Translation starring Vicky and Bill Murray and instead of Tokyo it was the Maker Faire--fuzzy hat and all.

I can't wait to decorate our tree this year with photos! We just took some amazing pics at Maker Faire Austin. Thanks for such a terrific project.

Oh Erika! I love your design--beautiful work!

I will definitely stop by Etsy Texas Crafters this weekend--sorry to miss you though, HandmadeWhimzy! Thanks for the head's up.

Yay SommerK! See you in Texas!

Hey Secretsugar, I love that you have made a pledge to make all of your presents. I wanted to give you a head's up that your comittment is also timely: CraftStylish is going to launch a special holiday series this week called Dare to Make it, featuring fantastic gifts to make and DIY holiday inspiration! See you around the site.

Once again--beautiful Danyelle!

Carolyninoz, I have forwarded your contact info to our distribution dept--someone will contact you about where to find this magazine in Australia. Thanks for your interest in this issue, we are very proud of it. Michaela

These are fab- I love the idea of making up a bunch for gal pals...

Kytravelrn, You can find the pattern for this bag in the CraftStylish Gifts to Make issue, Volume 2. Just click on the link under the title in the post and it will direct you to the Taunton Store where you can purchase the issue. We're so happy to hear that you like it!

Hi TipiLady, The shawl pattern above does not have any typos--I asked several of our resident knitting experts to take a closer look and we agree that the pattern is correct. Thanks for asking.

Last night watching the debate with you I was struck by how soothing it was to be with someone who was making something beautiful that was intended to inspire others as we heard over, and over, and over, from both candidates, how we are smack in the middle of the worst economic crisis of our lives. It's hard for me not to get all wrapped up in an anxious-economic lather with the holidays approaching, bills to pay etc... yet I feel strongly that the solution is creative--not that I am going to resolve the nation's crisis--that I can certainly craft my way through. Making things, practical household essentials or gifts for those I love, allows me to be proactive, expressive and participatory instead of feeling isolated by financial constraints. I am especially inspired by craft materials that are recycled or repurposed--I don't need to go out and drop a bundle on supplies. The craft community helps me to see my world from a place of abundance and as the Dow plunges I am very grateful for this perspective.

Carolyninoz,
Let me see what I can find out for you. I will post a response in the next day or two.
Michaela

Carolyninoz,
Sorry to have missed your query. You can order this, or any of our other magazines, right in the Taunton Press Bookstore. Up in the post, click directly on the link underlining the magazine title--this will take you right to the store. Or you can scroll down to the bottom of this page and click on the Taunton Store link (follow instructions to purchase.) If, for some reason, you have any problem--post another comment. I've got my eye on you now.
Michaela

Looks like your pink project posted Craes--thanks!

Hmmm? Could my Kiehl's days be over? I propose our next crafternoon entails your teaching me about this. What do you say? My cuticles are begging you...

I am so pleased to have purchased a kit at Renegade San Fran last summer! BTW, Jen Worick and I are headed to the Puyallup State Fair and I am going to wear my hair flower-she'll be so jealous. Thanks for this awesome how to!

Nice post Jen, I love how you just whipped these up! So pretty!

Wow, love, love, LOVE!

Hi Sweet_Pea,
Thanks for your comment and story. I am a big believer in the power of shaking things out and starting fresh--I just have to be reminded about it all of the time. I just got back from traveling and have two new Crafte posts in the works, one will go up later this week.
BTW, love the embroidered place-mats that you have posted in the gallery--thanks for writing.

Dany4bec, these are really beautiful. I love how conceptual they all are. Thanks for posting--and for your amazing painted shoes post!

Erika,
This portrait of Martha is killing me!

Hi Ambica,
Thanks for asking about international contributions/participation in the challenge. Yes, you are welcome to post a flower to the gallery, however due to our rules and eligibilty guidelines you are not eligible to win a prize (U.S residents only) But please do post your creation, we would love to see it.
Michaela

Hmmm, Kittykat, I'm sorry that you are having trouble. Here are a couple of things to try; check the image size (our site can load images between 400-4000 pixels wide), check the image label (name) and remove any punctuation. For example, if you image says anything like lotus-flower.2.jpg Change it to lotusflower2.jpg The only punctuation should be the period before jpg. Hopefully one of these remedies will work, if not let us know and we can try something else.
Thanks,
M

Yes, you may enter more than once, but you are only eligible to win one prize.

Love this, Linda

Hey Clotheshorsey,
You are right--Jennifer is an amazing writer and she is the author of over twenty different books. Click onto her profile and find out more.

Wow, what a bummer. Thanks for the head's up.
Michaela

Sorry, Swelldesigner, the link has been fixed.

This is so pretty. I really like how you mixed up the colors. Nice job!

Wow, Lilly, this is terrific! I agree with Diane, the framing really sets off the whole quilt very nicely. Thanks for all of your hard work this summer! Good luck at school, I'll miss you. M

Hi Thelazymilliner, The links to Jen's previous posts are in.

Lampslumps, You're all set--I reset the tags for you.

MsKirko,
Wow, you made several--I am impressed. It was fun watching you power-post them to the contest last night right down to the wire. They are all set.

Hi cndplus2,
I looked and found your bag-the tag needed to be reset. You 're all set and it should appear up in the tote-bag gallery sometime today. Thanks for the head's up.

Hi,
Don't worry about the last minute posts not showing up yet, they will. I am keeping an eye on things here behind the scenes until the deadline passes.
Michaela

Hi Lorien,
Don't worry if your bag isn't showing up yet. It is there (I just looked) Once the site updates you can see it up in the gallery.

Mamaslittletreasures,
You're all set--the tag needed to be set to the Tote-ally Crafty Bag Challenge. I set it for you and it will appear once the site updates (because the bag was already loaded) But I double checked and it is there.
Thanks

Hi Sugarpaperpress,
Yes, apparently due to extremely high traffic to the site there have been some issues. I just checked though and your tote bag is there (twice, nice job too) I am sorry that the site gave you a hard time. We are working to batten down the hatches so that you can post with ease as usual.
Thanks for letting me know.

This is so fabulous--I love that you made the gores in a polka dot print!

Where's my tote bag??
All of the tote bags that have been entered so far into the challenge will be listed here by the end of the day (Monday)
The site (so far) only lists the first twenty five entries. Happily we have thirty-five and the number is going up hourly! Keep an eye to see them all later today!

Bethwalk,
Thanks for the existential inquiry:) Yes, you can enter a tote bag that you have made using other materials as the handles.

Hi Canadianwriter, You can view all of the entries right here in the post and you can click on each one for an up close view. How cool that you entered two!

All of your shoes are so cool. What kind of glue did you use?

These are totally fabulous and I am so envious--especially as they also happen to be my size! Great idea!

Hi iHanna, Welcome and thanks for your question. This post is to preview what is to come this week on craftstylish and Diane's awesome how to will be posted on Friday, August first. Once you make the bracelet please post it in our gallery and help spread the inspiration!

Yes, Eileen DC, as I understand your question, you may use a particular quilting technique and embellish as you wish. If you have any other questions I'll keep an eye out for them.

Hey Linda, Thanks so much for posting this, I just watched the video and it made me cry:) What an amazing & inspiring story. I used to spend summers on the Vineyard and it really is one of the most beautiful places in the world, Susan is very lucky and she makes it seem so do-able. Wow, now I'm off to check out her blog...

Of course you can post it on your myspace blog. You can even leave a URL here if you like.

These are simply smashing. It is so funny to look at these too. I have, right now, several new dresses that look exactly like a couple of these pages. Thanks for sharing these--they would make great coffee table books!

Hi Pumpkiniki,
Yes, you can enter a different tote bag into a different category. I like the way you're thinking...
If you have any other questions about the site, please ask away. Oh.. and Good Luck!

Hi Jinkies,
Thanks for the cute capri bag post--and yes, I think I actually wore those pants:)
It looks like you are entering this into our Tote Bag Challenge? If so, all you have to do is go into your post (edit) and go to where the form says 'a Craftstylish design',click, and the menu will drop down and you can select the 'Tote Bag Challenge'. If you have any questions just post them here and I'll keep an eye out. Good Luck!

Hey Katytron,
Nice job! Why don't you enter this bag, your new one, or both into the Tote-ally Crafty Bag Challenge?

Exactly, minimeg, all you need to do is enter images that show how fab your Tote creation is and you can keep it right by your side. Thanks for asking.

Hi MissBeadalot,
Unfortunately, entrants to the Tote Challenge must be eighteen years old. How cool that you are making such cool stuff at fifteen--and Happy Birthday to you next week. Thanks for asking. You can find details on rules and eligibility at the end of the challenge post where it says 'click here.'
Please keep posting your creations in our gallery, we love seeing what you're up to!

I just got them in the mail the other day and I LOVE them. The texture is so cool, they almost look edible. I love the copper fused ring too!

How funny--I remember you because I remember the bag! Check out the bag that Kira made out of one of our CraftStylish t-shirts (search for Threadbanger) Please enter our tote challenge--it looks like you are on a tote bag roll!

Genius save! Is this the bag that you are going to enter into the Tote-ally Crafty Bag Challenge? I hope so!

I love the way that this tote showcases your awesome button collection--you should enter this tote into the Tote-ally Crafty Bag Challenge. Just go to the homepage and click on the badge to enter.

This is such a cute tote! Why don't you post it in the Tote-ally Crafty Bag Challenge? Just go to the homepage and click on the contest badge.

Game on Vicky!!! I am going to hold you to the challenge.
M

Your bag is great. I have been working on our upcoming tote bag challenge and have tote bags on the brain! Thanks for posting and I hope you'll enter the challenge.

All of your bags are amazing and I especially like these. I am hoping that you are going to enter our tote bag challenge and set the bar way up there.

Will do jeda21..stay tuned.

This simply knocks my socks off Jen. I talked to you on Friday and twenty four hours later--this genius green tee! Expect a lot of orders from my geek friends in Seattle.

Jennifer, you crack me up. I was so relieved to discover the moniker omnicrafter instead of thinking that I was just one of those who can't commit. See you soon Birthday girl!

I LOVE this bag!

I am going to weigh in here as the happy taste tester of Caitlin's cupcake lollies and they are an equal delight- to the tastebuds as they are to the eye--absolutely yummy!

Yes, you can get those gloves at Insidersny.com--and they are available in several incredible styles. Have fun!

Thanks, I am so pleased to hear that Jill's quilt has served as an inspiration. I encourage you to try your hand at it--and then I hope that you'll post your finished piece in our gallery!By the way, there are some great quilting starter projects and tips for newbies in the quilting section. Plus, Mary Ray has a beginner terrific project post there. Let me know if you have any questions.
Best,
Michaela

My pleasure. Did you do anything special for Juneteenth?

Wow, this is absolutely beautiful!

Oh, I forgot to ask--Please send me a picture of the knitted brain! I MUST see this. Or can I see it online???

Hey! Greeting s from Red Sox Nation West. I was bummed to see that Fenway does not have a Stitch N Pitch game this season and I am finding out how to go about bringing one to a Major League team--I will post details as I get them.
Thanks for the heads up on the baseball exhibit--I am going tobe in that next of the woods later on this summer and I will definitely check it out.
BTW, I do have a terrific baseball story and it is going to go live on August 29th as part of The Moth podcast. If you'd like more details you can email me at bigalicenyc@gmail.com
Thanks,
Michaela

Betcha, Hannah Gruen made all of Nancy's clothes!

Married in Cooperstown? Oh, you're a girl after my own heart! I would suggest contacting TNNA and asking how to get one going in your area. I am going to make some inquiries of my own and I will get back to you in a day or two with some answers.

Aww man! Those teacup lights are the bomb!

Ahh, just wait until you see the rest!! Jeffery is a paper genius!

Jen--This dress is incredible! I want to see you in it!

I love 'em too. I really like the birdcage one.

Ah...thanks for bigger pic. It is even better close up.

I've been wondering about this technique--I like how it looks. What kind of ink did you use?

Beautoooful...

LOVE the pendant! I liked the image in Vicky's post too. I'm feeling an Esty splurge coming on...

Ever since I saw Vicky's post I've been jealous-- I am going to get one too!

Ooh..the pink one is so pretty. I live in Seattle and it was 45 degrees today, June 11th! I actually would have worn a scarf like this today...

Okay, can I just say that these are AWESOME! I want them all. I just moved to Seattle from NYC and the style vibe here is very different. These dresses are the perfect snazzy casual. I would love to run in to you wearing one of these hiking--I'd be following you up the mountain asking how you did it:-)

I agree with Linda. These are so cool to look at because of all of the fantastic detail. The wedding style cake pictures on the table is wild!

These are amazing. Mary Ray just posted about long-arm quilt machines--how cool that you have one, and that it has a name! The trapunto in progress is extraordinary. What is the base fabric that you used for the Bubbles quilt?

What a cute project. These would be fun to make for the awesome seamstresses in my sewing circle. Thanks.

Hey! How'd you make out with your bags? They are terrific and I'm certain that they were a hit. Let us know...

These are really terrific and you've inspired me--my boyfriend is an uber-recycler (I do my best.) He is also a photographer and I know he will be into the idea of doing something cool and useful with discarded boxes. Thanks!

I absolutely adore your project!

mskittyfantastico writes: Wow! What a great article on this show! Yes, unfortunately the heat did keep a lot of the expected turn out away. But it was still a great show with some beautiful work on display! Thanks Vicky, for stopping down and making it a little more bearable! Your enthusiasm for the show was very much so appreciated! Thanks so much Vicky! You rock!
-Jillian
Ms. Kitty Fantastico
CT Etsy Team

It looks like you had a lot of fun. I wish I could have been there making bangles too!

Exactly...while sometimes I feel like I HAVE to know what it is that I am making, I really love to just wait and see what happens. The good news is that if I hate it--I can just unravel it and the better news is that more often than not I am amazed by discovering how certain color combos work, and how some random stitches can become a cool pattern that I may never have thought of otherwise.

It is gorgeous--I really like the piping detail on the belt.

I'm inspired--I just learned to crochet too. I can't tell from the pic, is this bag big enough to use for a laptop?

I actually wrote my last comment in response to the first dress and then I looked at the others-- I am completely impressed, they are all gorgeous and you wear each one well. Brava!

Va Va Voom! This dress looks amazing on you. Beautiful job.

What a totally cute top--I love the color.

Diane--fabulous! I am going to make one and post it. CAn't wait for your next one...

I am so bummed that I can't go this year. I had a blast there last June. Maybe next year, Susan?

Why don't you come to Crafty Wonderland this weekend at the Doug Fir Lounge in Portland?

Uh oh, I think I have it too...
I love the post and I very much identified. I also LOVE the rings--they're awesome. I especially like the full hand ensemble look, very Zsa-Zsa. I can't wait to read more!

Ohh, it's so beautiful. I'd love to see a pic of you wearing it.

What an awesome project! Thanks for posting it.

Thanks! I can tell you how I did it, although, there might be a better way. I cut long strips of fabric on the bias (they were two inches wide.) I did't finish the edges because I kind of wanted to keep the fuzzy, unfussy look. I then sewed the strips together so that I had a very long continuous ribbon that I hoped would fit around the skirt once I ruffled it. I sewed a very loose basting stitch down the center of the strip (I used heavy duty thread for this) and pulled the ends to create the ruffle. Then I carefully pinned the ruffle where I wanted it on the skirt and sewed right over the original ruffle seam all the way around. It was so easy and I liked how it looked so I made another one a little higher up to create that tiered effect. The lines of stitching detail really add to the overall effect. For those I simply stitched (again with heavy duty thread) all around the skirt twelve times. I used the presser foot along the previous stitching line so that the rows were evenly spaced. I did the whole thing in an evening. Let me know if you try it--I love to hear how you make out.

I love the look of this technique--thanks for posting it! By the way I am a HUGE Sox fan and live in Seattle.
Michaela