1910-1919 Sewing Challenge | Edith Skirt

I made this skirt for two reasons. First, to sell on etsy. Second, to submit in A Lemon Squeezy Home's Sew Through The Decades challenge. During this challenge you try to sew something from a different decade each week (this week is 1910-1919). I'm hoping to sew something from every era. The challenge covers from 1900 to 2010. Let's see if I can do it. =)

::Inspiration::

Picture from Sense & Sensibility Patterns.

When I think of the 1910's layered skirts come to mind, as do hobble skirts. =) As this is what first came to my mind, I decided to draft a modern version of the 1910's skirts. Which you don't need to hobble in.  ;-)

::My Version::

Pattern: Drafted by me.  

Pattern Description: Ladies skirt inspired from 1910-1919 skirts.

Pattern Sizing: I made it in a size 10 (28" Waist 38 1/2" Hips).

Fabric Used: The polka-dot fabric is from Joann Fabrics. While the rose print fabric is from Hancock Fabrics. 

Would you sew it again? Yes! I love the style and it was easy to sew. Plus it has a elastic waist, which means no zipper.


~Ashley

AOGG Inspired Embroidered Apron

Hello everyone! As you all know, I have been an "Anne of Green Gables" mood all week. That what I picked up to sew this week has had some Anne influence. This is one of those projects, an AOGG inspired embroidered apron.  =)

Green Gables embroidered on one of the pockets. 

Lilies-of-the-Valley embroidered on another pocket.

Pattern: Sense & Sensibility Ladies' Edwardian Apron Pattern (So you all know I used the e-pattern version. Which is no different from the regular pattern, you just print the pattern out yourself at home. If you are hesitant about using an e-pattern do watch these videos. I found them most helpful.)  

Pattern Description: Ladies apron inspired from a 1910-1912 apron.

Pattern Sizing: 8-18. I made it in a size 10.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes! Though I added some changes, like embroidery. =)

Were the instructions easy to follow? Super easy. 

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? It is an easy pattern that can be made in so many ways.

Fabric Used: A nice muslin from Joann Fabrics.

Pattern Alterations or any design changes you made: I added some embroidery, which I did free-hand. 

Would you sew it again? Yes! I love aprons, they are so useful.

Would you recommend it to others? Yes!

~Ashley

P.S.

This is entered in A Lemon Squeezy Home's sew through the decades challenge.

The Annie Skirt

Hello everyone!  This is Gabrielle here... ;)  I wanted to share with y'all a new skirt I sewed today and yesterday.  I LOVE it!  When I designed it two days ago, I knew I wanted a Western,  maybe a little bit of sophistication, yet utter simplicity, and I absolutely had to have lace (!!).... Well, I think I have accomplished all of that with my newest skirt... The Annie Skirt!

(Don't you love the way this photo turned out??)

Do you like it?? :D  Have a lovely Sunday and next week everyone!  I hope to have more posts soon... Hopefully.  ;)  I know I have been in the sewing mood; especially bags!!  What have y'all been sewing lately? 

~Gabrielle 

What I Wore | Anne Girl

-What I'm Wearing-

White Shirt + Ruffle - Kohl's (Refashioned by me)
Pink Floral Skirt - Made by me (Skirt pattern I used)
Cream Cardigan - Worthington  J.C.Penny
Layer Necklace - Bass Shoe Outlet
Tan Wedges - Target
Flower Headband - Claire's
Pearl Earrings - Gift

What can I say? I'm so excited for my upcoming Fashion Week! I've been listening to the Anne of Green Gables soundtrack all day. Been sewing an Anne inspired skirt to sell, and started sewing an Edwardian apron. And look! My outfit for today is a modern Anne look, hence the title Anne Girl. =)

Other news, don't be surprised if you see me, or Gabrielle making our own bathing suits sometime soon! Because guess what?!? I won Olivia's giveaway! So exciting!

~Ashley

"Anne of Green Gables" Fashion Week

I am so excited to host my very first fashion week event! Going with the theme Anne of Green Gables, as it is what got me interested in costuming, which led to me learning to sew clothing, which brings me to starting this blog.  =)

You see, Anne has had an influence in my life since I first saw the movie, Anne of Green Gables with Megan Fellows. My sisters and I would play "Anne" though out childhood, and our teen years. We would be studying for "Queens," reenact many scenes from the movies. "Anne Drowning" was one of our favorites to play in our pool. Gabrielle would be Anne, I would be Diana and Gilbert, whilst Hanne-col (one of my other sisters) would play Ruby. Anyways, on to the details of the event. =)

Who can join this event? Anyone who has a blog and loves Anne. I will also have a group on Flickr for those without a blog. 

What will the event be about? Showcasing our inner Anne girl! Or who ever your favorite character is. There will be different categories to enter in:
 

• Modern Anne (Wear what Anne might wear today.) [For ideas look at this post I wrote.]
• Costumes of Anne (Show off those costumes/dresses/skirts/you name it that were inspired by the movies, or books.)
•  Crafty Anne (Make something for the event that is inspired by Anne.) 
• How Anne Has Effected Your Life. (Write a blog post on how Anne has effected your life.)
• Drama Club - (Write a story or poem, sing a song, create a play or movie, paint/draw a picture about Anne. Go all out and have fun!)

                                       
When will the event be held? The second week in July. The dates are: July 11th -17th.


Where will this event be held? Right here on Bramblewood Fashion. ;-)

How can I join? Each day during that week I will have a Mr. Linky at the bottom of my post. You will then link in your post for that day. Easy as pie.

Winners:

Once the event is over, I will do a big post with links to everyone's posts. Then you may dear readers will vote for your favorites in each category. The winner will receive a banner saying that they were voted best what ever category they were in. Sound good? 

Giveaway:

I'm also planning on hosting a giveaway during that week too. If any of you would like to donate something for a giveaway, you can contact me through my profile. As I would love to have more then one giveaway during this event.

Other Fun Stuff: 

I'm planning on having reviews, tutorials, and what ever else I can think of during, and leading up to the big event. So be on the watch out for those.

Event Banners:

For right now, place one of the banners from below on your blog and spread the word about the event! When posting one of my banners please link back to my main page. I will have a button on my sidebar that will link to all posts about the event.

During the event in your post each day, please either include a link to my blog, or a "Anne" banner + link.  Thank you.

Oh, you can click on any of the pictures below and save them to your computer. Then upload them on your blog.

Any Questions? Did I leave anything out, or is anything not clear? 


~Ashley

What I Wore | Upper East Side

-What I'm Wearing-

Pencil Skirt - Made by Me
Ruffle Tank - GAP
Cardigan - GAP
Wedges - Target
Purse - Relic Fossil
Key Watch Necklace - Maurices

Today's pencil skirt was whipped up last night, so I could wear it to today. Don't you just love sewing projects like that?  =) I'm loving the print and color of the fabric - reminds me of something from J.Crew or Anthropologie. But I made mine for a fraction of the cost from either store. Does under $20 sound nice? I thought so. 

I have some exciting news to announce! I'm planning on have a "Anne of Green Gables" Fashion Week in July! Would any of you be interested in doing this with me? Leave a comment if you are interested in joining the fun. I plan to have a post with all the details latter this week. =) 

~Ashley