Posted: February 22, 2010 | Filed under: Style | Tags: alterations, hem denim, hem jeans, hemming, sewing tutorial | No Comments »
I wanna know what makes you scream
Be your 20 million dollar fantasy
Treat you real good
Expensive jeans
Hollywood freaks on the Hollywood scene
– Beck, “Hollywood Freaks”
Whether you choose to rock jeans that cost $185 or $19, it’s helpful to know how to get them to look as good as possible. Denim fit is an art and a science. Once you’ve found that perfect pair, make sure they’re breaking at the right place. Try them on with different shoes. I always have at least one pair of jeans for flats and one for heeled shoes (I favor boots in winter and wedges in summer).
If you find that you need to take off a few inches, fear not. For the best finish, consider doing a hem that retains the original hem of the jeans. That way, you won’t drive yourself crazy trying to find matching thread to use for top stitching. Plus, you retain that nice, worn-in hem that’s been distressed to perfection.
How? I followed this simple tutorial from Dacia Ray. She said the tutorial is a rework of one that was previously featured on the Z. Cavaricci site. Whatever the origin, it’s a gem. This is the same alteration that is offered for premium denim at Nordstrom. I have perfectly altered jeans with the original hem that break perfectly and hang a scant half-inch above the floor, just the way I like ‘em.
Posted: February 10, 2010 | Filed under: Collections | Tags: 30s, artisan jewelry, early spring 2010, handmade jewelry, porcelain jewelry, retro, spring 2010, spring fashion trends, spring trends, vintage jewelry | 1 Comment »
This mini-collection comes from a fabulous find. I came across these wonderful porcelain pieces in a very unlikely place and snapped them up immediately. I was completely enchanted with their sweet, 1930s feel. I’ll be adding a few more pieces to this collection as I’m able to get photos posted.
I showed the collection for the first time last weekend at the K11 craft show and nearly sold out of the bobby pins. I’ll be posting the remaining few on my Etsy store, so do take advantage if they appeal.
Posted: February 9, 2010 | Filed under: Events | Tags: bazaar, california, california central valley, california museum, craft bazaar, handmade, indie, indie sacramento, sacramento, trunk show, women's history | No Comments »
Join me in the California state capitol for this event! Museum admission is free, so plan to enjoy a day’s outing of history, herstory and handmade!
Saturday, March 20, 2010, 10am-3pm
The California Museum
1020 O Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Located in the California State Archives building on the corner of 10th and O Streets in downtown Sacramento, one block south of State Capitol Park.
Parking: Parking is free on weekends and holidays. Look for the Museum Parking signs indicating the lot directly across the street from the Museum, at 10th and O Streets.
What:
- FREE Admission to The California Museum
- Shop for hip, handmade goods, clothing, and accessories
- Support local artists
- Celebrate Woman’s History Month
- A FREE day of fun for the whole family
