Sew Vintage...

Knowing that many of us find inspiration in seeing the work of others, I thought today I would share something hanging in my closet. Hanging for years, I might add. Confessing to be one of the world's best (or is it worst?) PACKRATS I cannot part with these capris pants. I bought them in a little boutique in Naples, Florida back in hmmm, hmmm 2001. I told you, I'm bad. And the sheer torture I put the Mr. through in order to find these pants. This particular store had three locations in the Naples area and we went to each one of them. More than once. Big grin. Since they were "homemade" each pair was a bit different and before a women should be forced to choose, she deserves to know all her options. At least that rule is in my game book. In bold letters, I might add.

It gets worse. I finally made my decision and went back to the first location and the pants had sold. Oh no! Now my second choice wasn't in my size, but I bought them anyway and had to have them altered. Please tell me there is someone else out there like me!!! Pleeeeeze! I would hate to think I suffer alone in the area of indecision.

Anyway, I've digressed. (Another form of suffering I inflict on others!)

The pants as you will notice are all pieced from old tablecloths, vintage feedsack materials, and other vintage fabrics. Rhinestones in all different colors have been randomly scattered across the different fabrics. Some of the fabric pieces had even been tea-stained adding even more vintage appeal. The pants are much cuter on and I honestly don't think I ever wore them that someone didn't stop me and ask where did you get those? (I think they meant it in a good way???!) They were so unique and had so much character. I still love them. Although the waistband hits higher than what is currently in style. But I could always alter them...AGAIN.

Maybe someone with a stash of vintage fabrics might be inspired to create their own pants? Skirt? Jumper? Blouse? Back of pants... This fabric had definitely been tea-stained... Notice the little detailing at the cuff of the pants...

Happy, summer-filled blessings on your day...

xoxo

Sue