if I had my dream job...

I would work at Vogue.  I would write, and I would photograph editorials, and I would design clothes that I would then photograph and write about.  Right now, it's a pipe dream, but I'm only 22, and life just has a way of surprising you.  But if you know me at all, you know I believe Vogue is second only to the Bible, which is also a pretty good read. ;)  I learned writing in school, and I'm learning photography now, but I first started sewing (by hand) when I was about fourteen.  I would go to the fabric store, pick out patterns, and soon enough, my American Girl doll would be best-dressed on the block.  Once, I even made her a pair of faux turquoise alligator pants.  She was so fly.  Then, my mom gradually taught me how to use a sewing machine, so I learned on and continue to use one she bought in the late '80s.  She often made clothes for Leanna and me, but I've moved on to making my own clothes now, and occasionally I make them for my friends.  So today, I thought it would be fun if I blended all three of my lofty goals in to a blog post with pictures of my sewing materials.  See how I did that?  Enjoy!

Here is the pincushion my mom (I believe) made in high school.  I still use it!

This is a birthday present dress I just finished for my friend, Danielle.  It needs some alterations, and I promise it's not actually see-through!  But I'm proud of how it turned out!

At first, the straps were a little short, so I lengthened them and sewed these fabric knots on top to hide the seam.  I think they make the dress.  What a happy accident!

 

Right now, I'm working on a black satin dress, and I hope I can get it done by my cousin's wedding next weekend!  My trip to Angels Among Us didn't work out, but I'm going to be photographing a luncheon for the DCVB this week, and then I can't wait to take the camera to the wedding!  Lots of good posts ahead!