Monday Morning Inspiration

Like so many of you, I save a lot of pictures for inspiration. If you want to create beautiful things, it's important to look at everything you can get your hands on as you never know what will spark a little creativity. The first picture is one that I found last week and labeled it, "I Love This!!" I put it in Google images and tried to find its origination, but with no luck. I would love to see the finished garment, so if someone is a little better than I am about finding things, please let me know and I'll post the finished pictures. But for now, isn't this beautiful?!!! Be sure to take a minute or so and really look at the piece as the seam lines are so very interesting.


A few weeks back, I did an inspiration post on buttonholes. I found this picture a little later, but I thought you would enjoy it nonetheless. Again, take a close look as the little bias pieces around the buttons as they are finished with thread arrows.

 What a gorgeous idea for a coat lining.

 Take a look at this sleeve.

 And this one. I don't know that I would ever do it, but it is interesting.

This sleeve I will be doing. It is just so pretty and delicate.

This coat is actually from the late 1800's. I would wear this today in a heartbeat, although I think I would prefer not to have the crocheted twists at the hem.

I missed posting this dress when I did the 1960's post, but what a fun little dress! Not for everyone, but still fun.

For those who enjoy repurposing, check out this top. It looks like 3 different sweaters were used to create this piece.

 I love the lines of this skirt. What a fun stripe project this would be.

Vintage garments and patterns are always a great source of inspiration. Look closely at this piece. The top actually wraps around to the back closure. Beautifully done.

Now, for one of the most disgusting things I've seen in a while...oh my goodness what was this designer thinking???? Sorry about that. I didn't mean to make you spit out your morning coffee ;) But then again, even bad design can spark an idea....maybe. 

Have a wonderful, inspiration filled week!
Rhonda

Monday Morning Inspiration

I love to wear skirts! They are so versatile. You can mix and match them with blouses, sweaters, or pair them with jackets. They can be worn with tights and flats or tights and boots. You can change the look by simply changing your shoes from flats to stilettos. Because I love skirts, I am always on the look out for an interesting design and I've found a few that I thought you might like too!

I wish I could see a complete front view of this skirt. But regardless, I really like the asymmetrical hem and the side seam welt pocket.

 A wrap skirt is always lovely. I love how they played with the pattern on this skirt.

 I'm sure you've seen this skirt on Pinterest. It's a very popular pin. But it derserves to be looked at again as it is such a lovely and dramatic design.

Okay, we need Bunny of La Sewista for this one, especially since she is a smocking guru. I REALLY want to know how to do this!!! I don't care for the little buttons, but I do love the technique.

 Simple, yet so graceful.

 Here's another interesting wrap.

I think this is so pretty. Look closely and you'll see that inside the center of the drape is a zipper. Sadly the zipper looks a bit off, but it's a great idea nonetheless.

Since this skirt is in white, it's a little difficult to see, but if you look closely, you'll see that it has very interesting lines.

 What a lovely take on a pleated skirt.

 A cute take on a kilt design.

This skirt makes me want to throw my sandals on and head for Bermuda!!! It just screams summer.

I love how the scalloped edge was taken around the hem and then up the center back to accent the vent opening.

Such a comfortable looking skirt. From Eileen Fisher. I believe that Marcy Tilton has a Vogue pattern that is quite similar.

 I love everything about this skirt. Take a striped fabric and add godets. Lovely.

Now for a little comic relief ;) I'll say this, it's interesting!!!

I have some fabulous surprises up my sleeve for you this week, so please be sure to check back. Also, the voting for the Get Your Motors Running Contest ends tonight so be sure to get your vote in if you haven't done so already.

Have a wonderful day and a great week!!!!
Rhonda