Bonjour!
I am just back from a fantastic weekend in France celebrating my brother’s 40th – 70s style! Everyone made such an effort with their costumes and the whole party was really colourful and, thanks to my amazing husband’s DJing, non stop dancing till the early hours! It was so much fun!!
I’m pretty knackered out now but have to get back to the sewing table to finish my dress for tonights return of the Great British Sewing Bee! I’m so excited to be sharing it with some lovely London sewists at the GBSB meetup tonight! I’m hoping to finish and wear the Shirtwaist Dress from Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing: A Modern Guide to Couture-style Sewing Using Basic Vintage Techniques
Anyway – lots to do so I’ll get on with the blog! Here’s a roundup of week 2 of Me Made May’s outfits….
In order from top left down to bottom right:
DAYS
- MONDAY 9th May – Casual trousers from The Great British Sewing Bee: Fashion with Fabric
in heart print jersey from Abakhan and knitted Andi Satterlund Plain Jane cardigan - TUESDAY – In the middle of sewing up my latest knitting project – a sneaky glimpse at the next Minerva Crafts Blog make and a slouchy knitted hat
- WEDNESDAY – A newly finished Simple Sew Pussy Bow Blouse (tutorial here) and my Closet Case’s Ginger jeans
- THURSDAY – Striped Drapey Dress also from The Great British Sewing Bee: Fashion with Fabric
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- FRIDAY – Upcycled playsuit featured in my latest vlog
- SATURDAY – Tilly & The Buttons’ Françoise dress and trusty knitted headband
- AND in the evening… another upcycled playsuit from the vlog for my brother’s 40th in my 70s costume!
- SUNDAY – TATB Agnes dress hack (blogged here) in Liberty jersey from Abakhan
So this week was a bit more practical as I was at home a lot but I’m so pleased the weather was nice enough at the weekend so I got to wear dresses and my newly upcycled playsuits! I have to say, I was pretty happy with my 70s costume- I even had a back story of being Helga from Sweden to go with it!! Haha!!
So this week I’m off to hospital for my thyroid cancer operation and have no idea how long it will take to be back on my feet afterwards… I had the same op 10years ago and was bed ridden for months after so hopefully this will be a lot quicker but I thought I’d let you know that I may be quiet for a while. I will still try and keep up with Me Made May and as I made some yummy PJs especially for it! I’m also filming and editing a few vlogs to come out the next couple of weeks and have a fun instagram film quote idea to keep me occupied and in the loop. I will need all the support and laughter I can get!! Stephen (my amazing husband) has got me a mattress and a whole load of films so we are making the sitting room into a massive bed for my ‘recovery movie marathon’ and I have lots of knitting and maybe a hand sewn quilt to keep me going!
Wish me luck and happy sewing all!
Wow, a fantastic chic collection, looked like fun. Best wishes for your op. You will be in the thoughts of many sewers such as myself, who are inspired not only by your amazing talents but also by your sunny outlook on life. X
Thankyou Tracey – you are so lovely and your message made my day! Xox
All the best to You Gabby and thank so much for all the positive energie and inspiration you give to all of us!!!!
Take care and be bAck son as lots of fun sewing projets will be waiting for you… And your fans too! X
Thankyou so much – that means the world to me!! Xox
Hope the operation goes as well as possible, & you soon feel well enough to enjoy watching those films & knitting. xx
Thankyou so much Charlotte- you have been such a great support and it means the world to me! Xox
Wishing you all the best, Gabby! Will be thinking of you tomorrow and praying for a speedy recovery.
Thankyou so much Marie! How is married life so far?! Xox
Hiya! I’ve just discovered your blog thanks to your YouTube tutorials for Simple Sew patterns. I am so chuffed to have found your page. I absolutely love your videos. Your delivery and style is great. I shall now be making my way through your other videos and will be waiting patiently for your next blog post.
Wishing you all the very best and sending lots of get well vibes your way.
KnittyNora xx
Thank you so so much. My husband read your comment to me in hospital and it made me so happy. Take care Xox
Hello Gabby x Hope it went well, my thoughts are with you… if Hobbes needs walkies, just shout, Rod and I will come over 😉 x
Thankyou so much Gema! My wonderful parents have Hobbes this week but I’d love to join you and Rod for one next week as I think I’ll be back on my feet then! Hope alls good with you Xox