Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Free Candy! *

Yes, that's right. Read this blog post and get your very own free candy! Eye candy that is... of the fabric kind! 

So, I may or may not have gone to Spotlight on the weekend to get myself a zip for a party dress that I was throwing together. And rumour has it I may possibly have purchased myself a lil sumfin' sumfin' from the fabric stash. There was 40% off, people! I could not hold myself back! The fact I came away with only three types of fabric is a testament to my upcoming trip to the States saving plan... (side note: any epic suggestions for New York fabric/notions stores super welcome. I'm so excited!)

So here is what I like to think is the Skittles of the cheap and cheerful poplin world:



 How adorable are these spots? Yes, I am developing a polka dot addiction. And heck no it is NOT a problem! I'm going to make a wearable muslin of the Colette Jasmine from this bad boy. The poplin will be a bit thick but at least I can get a feel for the pattern with cheap yet adorbs fabric.

But let's get to the main event. This next fabric may actually melt your face off with awesomeness. May I recommend that as you scroll down you cast surreptitious glances at the screen or peer from behind sunglasses? Drum roll, please!


THERE ARE FREAKING TINY HOUSES! I'm totes making Colette's Violet with this gorgeous lawn and will be rocking the grey for the collar (or will that be too much? thoughts?) It will be like I'm a walking hamlet. Fear me tiny villagers on my epic shirt- I will be your overlord!

And finally, a little preview of the other frock I threw together on the weekend. I can't wait to share this with you! 


* Actual free candy mentioned in the title is imaginary. Enjoy responsibly!

8 comments:

ReadyThreadSew said...

Why is it that polka dots are just so irresistable? Also, the tiny houses are beyond adorable!

Madalynne said...

I have the same love affair with polka dots as well. Nothing to be ashamed of :)

Amanda said...

Hi RTW- I am also trying to work out the attraction of polka dots. I figure it must be subliminal....

Amanda said...

Madalynne- it makes me feel better that others share the spotty addiction... maybe we should all start a support group? Could be a winner!

prttynpnk said...

Envy, I'm wading in it.

Amanda said...

Ms Pink, this is normal when tiny houses and polka dots are involved, I feel!

SewJillian said...

I so totally have the house print as well! I went a bit crazy in Spotlight too and now have fabric I love in a colour that totes does not suit my complexion. Sigh... maybe it needs to go to a better home... one where it will fulfill its purpose as a garment... Just found your blog and love!

Amanda said...

It's so rad, Jillian! I've used some of my crazier prints for linings which is always lovely. I love having a secret feature to pieces I sew :D

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