Farm Girl

I know I haven't posted anything new for a while but I am trying to start blogging again.

I finished up my 6th quarter in school and made the following garments for my final.

I was inspired by 1920's 1930's American or European Farm Women.

The hood was made of lace and inspired by head scarves the women wore. 

The exaggerated pockets were made by hand, I cut different squares of fabrics to get the quilting affect. 

Hello there,

Thought I'd share some photos of items I have made for my online etsy shop.

Check them out on:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/MackenzieGaudette 

http://www.etsy.com/listing/94644681/brown-feather-dangle-earrings

http://www.etsy.com/listing/94606697/turquoise-glitter-button-earrings

http://www.etsy.com/listing/94607074/pink-glitter-button-earrings?ref=v1_other_2

http://www.etsy.com/listing/94436834/faux-fur-fringe-purse

http://www.etsy.com/listing/94331022/floral-tapestry-clutch-purse

http://www.etsy.com/listing/94361086/sequin-purse?ref=v1_other_2

Flower Child

Today was beautiful and breezy. Cold enough for a sweater and boots but sunny enough for a skirt. A perfect combination. 

WHY THIS WORKS:

I tied this outfit together with a tan braided belt and cinched my sweater over a floral top. 

The brown slouch boots match perfectly with the belt. This floral top adds color and print to a neutral outfit. Ruffled tops also add something extra to a basic outfit. 

TIP:

If you are a casual dresser and  want to try something different, 

Start with an open sweater or cardigan and tie any thin belt around it. Bright colored ones are an easy way to add a statement if you don't know how. 

Or you can go basic with a brown one like I did. 

Original Creation

Last night I could not fall asleep due to this idea of making  an over sized clutch from floral fabric I had. 

I decided to get up and make it. 

I used a floral upholstery fabric for the body.

The inside is lined with turquoise silk.

I sewed in a Velcro clasp. 

The fabric is very good sturdy quality.