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Fall Palette coming to life...

I know a lot of us are fans of Colette (Yay). I've been watching Sarai complete her fall palette with her personal challenge which is made up of her new patterns including a few from her new book. If you haven't seen this and need some inspiration, here's the link:

http://www.coletterie.com/?s=Fall+challenge

It's really yummy! I'm now the biggest fan of Peony!

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Permalink Reply by Cathe on October 29, 2011 at 9:18am
Nancy, I think you go with whatever makes you feel comfortable, that's your style. There is nothing worse then feeling awkward about what you are wearing. Dark hosiery and a length you feel good about sounds best. I like how Charlotte wore boots with her Peony, she looks very fashionable.
Permalink Reply by charlotte tilley on October 29, 2011 at 11:31am
Thanks Cathe, how lovely of you.... just a side note Nancy, I'm not a fan of my own knees (!) so I added about 2 inches to the length of the pattern. I am 5 foot 7 inches tall. I usually add a little to the bottom of skirts etc, I figure I can always make a skirt shorter but once I've cut it it's not as easy to go longer. Have fun! I really rate this pattern.
Permalink Reply by Cathe on October 29, 2011 at 2:23pm
Too funny, I'm not a fan of my knees either and always add to the length!
Permalink Reply by Judy Roberson on October 29, 2011 at 10:43am

Hi Nancy..

  I too love Colette patterns. Sarai does such a great job with them.

 

  I ordered my book from Amazon too. and I got an email this morning saying they were going to go ahead and ship it and I should recieve by nov.5 th.yea.. So, I bet yours will too.

 

   I like the longer length dresses/skirts too.. Have you thought about lengthen the Peony??  Just an idea..

 I do that with lots of the patterns. I like your idea  of the darker hosiery.. Just make and wear what you like.. That is what is important.. Happy sewing.

Permalink Reply by charlotte tilley on October 29, 2011 at 11:31am
I'm with you Judy, add a bit! x
Permalink Reply by Nancy Anson on October 29, 2011 at 4:43pm
That's a great idea, I will cut a few extra inches just in case I like the longer length. You can always shorten.
Permalink Reply by Judy Roberson on October 30, 2011 at 2:04pm
Great.. cant wait to see it.Happy sewing.
Permalink Reply by Nancy Anson on October 31, 2011 at 2:50pm
I just got an email saying it will be here Friday. I also ordered the Burdastyle book, which will be with it. Ah, heavenly week-end. Two great sewing books at the same time. Utter happiness.
Permalink Reply by Judy Roberson on October 31, 2011 at 4:28pm
Nancy.. yea .proud you have yours on the way.. They say mine should be here Friday too.. So..I know what the both of us will be doing on the weekend.ha Happy book reading and sewing.
Permalink Reply by Nancy Anson on November 4, 2011 at 4:52pm
The strange thing is that I'm just fine with shorts or a bathing suit...just not skirts. Can't explain that.
Permalink Reply by Nancy Anson on November 4, 2011 at 4:55pm
The Collette Sewing Handbook just arrived. It's beautiful. Lots in there. If you are still waiting, I think you won't be disappointed. I will be making some or all of the garments...Nancy
Permalink Reply by Judy Roberson on November 4, 2011 at 5:23pm

Hey Nancy, I didnt get mine today..darn it..ha.. but I got another email saying it would be here

tomorrow..SO.. I will be anxious for the mail tomorrow.. Proud you got yours and are enjoying it..

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