Outfits 78 - 81 Summer '16

Hi guys! Today was almost chilly, so it made me think about fall and what I want to wear for the next few months. No surprise, I want jeans and boots and sweaters, like every year ever. I spotted these babies and am thinking about them: 

Pink Vans chukka boots

I do not need more shoes, but I am considering these anyway. I'll tell you if I get them or get over them.

I also might get a long cardigan. This one looks great to me, but it's 55% cotton and 45% acrylic and ideally I'd prefer more natural fibers. 

The reviews are good and there has been a great selection of colors (it seems to sell out and be restocked), so we'll see if I find something I like better. 

I don't have anything else in mind to buy, which is awesome! I have a lot of clothes from last fall and winter that I still love, and I'm excited to get to wear them again.

And now for some recent outfits:

Willow tank, pattern from Grainline Studio

Madewell flares

Clarks shoes, several years old (similar)

Linen shirt from Boden
Moss skirt, pattern from Grainline Studio
Clarks shoes (a different similar pair)

Black tank top (this one looks really nice)

Batik woven maxi skirt, self-drafted

Clarks shoes (and another similar pair)

Willow tank, pattern from Grainline Studio

Skirt from J. Crew Factory

Sam Edelman leather espadrilles

Outfits 69 - 77 Summer '16

Hi guys, this past week was a whirlwind. Violet started kindergarten and Bodhi started preschool. They both did well and seem to like their teachers and classes - phew! I think next week will seem easier, as I figure out when we have to leave to pick up and drop off the kids, where to park, what kind of snacks they'll eat, etc... 

Sometimes having deadlines and time limits really increases my productivity. I'm hopeful that I'll feel motivated to work on projects and to organize the messy parts of the house, in between dropping off and picking up kids. Also, I'm really enjoying having one-on-one time with each of my kids. It's such a different dynamic and it's really nice.

Is it cooling off yet where you live? We've had a couple of cooler days and they felt amazing. We're still hoping for a few more hot days before our neighborhood pool closes for the season, but it's really nice to have a break from the 90+ degree temps!

And now some recent outfits:

Cherries Saltbox tee, pattern from Blueprints for Sewing.
Cropped jeans
Converse

Pineapple Willow tank, pattern from Grainline Studio
Linen pants, pattern from Simple Modern Sewing
Clarks sandals (these look good, too)

Double gauze Scout tee

Cropped jeans

Converse

 

Boden tee

Birds skirt, self-drafted

Clarks sandals (sold out, but these are cute)

Striped Penny raglan tee, pattern from Grainline Studio

Skirt from J. Crew Factory

Sam Edelman leather espadrilles

 

T-shirt spray dyed by me
Jean shorts (this pair looks cute)
Converse

Boden tee
Copper corduroy Moss skirt, pattern from Grainline Studio 
Pikolinos oxfords
I'm starting to love the colors of fall now! 

  

  

Striped Penny raglan tee, pattern from Grainline Studio
Madewell flares
Sam Edelman leather espadrilles
I'm thinking about altering these jeans to make the flares a bit smaller. I haven't done it before, so I'm hesitant to try, but there are a ton of tutorials and videos online to learn from, so I hope I'll be brave and go for it!

Gingham Willow tank dress, pattern from Grainline Studio

Strapped ballet shoes (similar)

Outfits 59 - 68 Summer '16

Hi guys! What have you been doing lately? We've been squeezing in as many play dates and afternoons at the pool as we can. Next week, my kids start school (already!) I'm so sad to see less of them, but they've been helping me with that by behaving badly - ha! They're crying, whining, fighting, tattling, and disregarding many, many requests to pick up after themselves. Maybe some time away from them will make my heart grow fonder and my eyes stop rolling!

And now the important things; some recent outfits. I haven't written for a while, so I have a lot to share. 

 

Pineapple rayon Willow tank, pattern from Grainline Studio. This is a new top I sewed recently and I love it! It feels super summery to me.
Cropped jeans
Strappy ballerina flats (similar)

 

Striped Lark t-shirt, pattern from Grainline Studio
Linen Oceanside shorts, pattern from Blank Slate Patterns
Pikolinos oxfords

 

 

Striped Penny Raglan shirt, pattern from Grainline Studio. The third photo and fourth photos demonstrate that my bra shows when I wear this, so I choose a pretty bralette that's very modest if I lean over and the shirt gapes at the neckline. I don't mind it peeking through the arm holes or showing at the large neckline. 
Cropped jeans
White Converse

 

Boatneck Lark t-shirt, pattern from Grainline Studio. I didn't get a good photo of the neckline, but this fabric wasn't the perfect choice for it. It kind of sags down, which is okay with me, but not exactly what I had in mind (more of a smooth, straight-across neckline). Next time, a sturdier knit! Or I will try to reinforce the neckline with clear elastic.
Jean shorts
Clarks sandals (similar)

 

On a cooler day:
Splatter Hemlock tee, free pattern from Grainline Studio
Linen pants, pattern from Simple Modern Sewing by Shufu To Seikatsu 
Burgundy clogs from Olssen (similar)

 

Striped rayon Scout tee, pattern from Grainline Studio
Linen Oceanside shorts, pattern from Blank Slate Patterns
Clarks beaded sandals (similar)

Striped rayon Willow tank, pattern from Grainline Studio
Chambray skirt, self-drafted
Clarks sandals (similar)

 

Addison tank, pattern from Seamwork Mag. You can subscribe using my link and get your first month for only $3. Everyone can always read the articles for free, but subscribers get two patterns a month! The normal price is $6 per month and you can easily cancel online. It's totally worth a try!
Jean shorts
Olssen clogs (similar)

 

Eyelet Scout tee, pattern from Grainline Studio
Linen pants, pattern from Simple Modern Sewing by Shufu To Seikatsu 
Leather espadrilles, Sam Edelman
Similar gold tassel necklace

 




Green Penny Raglan, pattern from Grainline Studio
Linen skirt from Old Navy (similar)
Camper sandals, not available (but these are cute!)
Here's a cool, similar necklace