Musings of an obsessed teacher/stitcher/designer/fashionista/wife/mom
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
What to do with scraps...
3 piece outfit made from leopard pattern fabric remants that I had from past projects. The skirt pattern makes great use of scrap fabrics. Tulip shaped skirt is quite flattering.
My background is in fashion design. I've worked for Sue Wong, Tina Hansen, Sassoon and a few other great designers. My first job was as a sample cutter (while in design school) and I can cut with the best of them. I learned to use 12inch scissors and can't cut with anything smaller. I still consider that position one of my best jobs...I now teach sewing/machine embroidery as a profession and I can usually be caught staring into space designing my next project. Hubby has to snap me out of it on a regular basis. I would rather be designing/sewing than just about anything else, aside from hanging out with my family.
Gardening and cooking Indian food run a close second but unfortunately there are not enough hours in a day to be totally and completely self indulgent.