Africanaussie

 While sorting clothes at the op shop, last week, a dress caught my eye.  I loved the fabric, a bright cheery floral.   There were a few problems though, it was short - above the knee, and the lace was totally see through.  Luckily, I had an old turquoise skirt, that I thought went quite well with the colours.  Layered and gathered, I didn't even have to do much, other than cut the bottom two layers of gathers and add them to the hem.  With the remaining fabric, I cut some strips an inch wider than the lace and turned it under on each side.  I just sewed this down either side of the lace, on the back.   A little piece of the skirt made a pocket, bringing the colours together.   These colourful very short dresses are quite popular these days, and everyone always says, "oh I love that dress, but it is too short"    Well, now I have the answer! The dorset button earrings match perfectly too! I have been busy getting my t...

 Do you ever get halfway into a project and then think "Ohmigosh, what on earth did I think I was doing when I signed up for this?" A year ago I received a grant to write and publish an e-book on upcycling, and that project has kept me busy, at the expense of a quite a few other things in my life.  Keeping up with the gardening, blogging, cleaning (shhh).    This last month I was feeling very unsure about the whole project.  I love to teach others how to do crafts, and for the last three weeks my daughter and grandchildren have been visiting me. My daughter was very helpful with the final editing.   Imagine my delight when my 8 year old asked me to show her how to twine a mug rug.  This was her first try!   Yes, my instructions are clear and do-able!   I think it is important for us to share our talents and gifts, and I do hope you will consider purchasing  Here is the link to my book:  Crafting with the fabric w...