Preppy Stripes

I tried my hand at another Ralph Lauren inspired outfit.

Perfect for relaxing and enjoying a classic novel. 

I also started another little project, this time involving mini luggage. More on that, coming soon. 

Cherry Season

When I saw this MSGM matching set in their spring/summer 2019 show, I instantly remembered some fruit themed fabric that I had seen at the quilt shop! They didn't have any peaches, but they had a stone fruit print that I think was just right! Now Gus can celebrate cherry season in style.

Heatwave

When it's just too hot to do anything, but sit and read!

Nautical Style

Lobster buoys, ship lap, and a little blue bucket hat: Gus is ready for summer on the waterfront.  

BOSS

 Gus is embracing the chilly spring we've been having, with this BOSS spring\summer 2019 inspired look. To make the shorts, I added a strip of fabric to the top of my usual shorts pattern for a waist band, and sewed beads to the sides for buttons. Gus' zip-up sweater is actually made from a soft, white flannel. 

Derby Day

Watching the Kentucky Derby with an Eagle eye! What an exciting race!

Trying out a Bucket Hat

Gus pairs his new bold red bucket-hat with an over-sized geometric sweater. It's the perfect combo for a chilly spring day with a chance of showers. 

A bold hat can add so much character to the simplest of outfits.

Hats by the Bucket

Bucket hats have been appearing everywhere in menswear runway shows for both the Spring/Summer 2019 and the Fall/Winter 19/20 seasons. I haven't seen many on the street...yet, but if the trend sticks, Gus will be prepared. I've devised a pattern, which I will be posting here soon, and I've cut out enough pieces for five more bucket hats. Gus will have one for every look.   

Designing.

Thinking up some new patterns...

Pretty in Pink

Here is a springy pastel ensamble, inspired by a look from the Junya Watanabe Spring/Summer 2019 menswear show. I like that the outfit includes a beanie, and a light jacket. Perfect for early in the season, when the weather is still cool. 

 

Patterns in the shop!

After weeks of work, testing designs and creating instructions, my first three doll clothes patterns are finished and ready to be shared with other hand-sewing and 12" doll enthusiasts! Digital patterns for the shorts, pants, button-down shirts, and  overcoat that Gus wears, are now available on Etsy. Check them out here!

Barbie's 60th Anniversary

60 years ago, today, a little 1:6 scale fashion model named Barbie, began her iconic career. Here is Gus, celebrating this important day in his doll family's history. To his right, is a mini art canvas with my own illustration of the 1959 Barbie Commuter suit on it. 

A Greenhouse

Gus is escaping the winter weather with some hot-house flowers.