Archive for October, 2008
Not so coiffured in NYC
Submitted by Brittique Blog
Today I tried to pull myself from the grey/black rut I’m in wore my new plaid, flannel, ruffle top by Ivy with a black Amanda Wakeley pencil skirt, vintage shoes stolen from my mother and black waist belt by Mardelle de Caille.
As you can see I don’t have time to do my [...]
More bows and a sad day for Camilla Staerk UK
Submitted by Brittique Blog
I didn’t realise I owned so many “bow things” until I snapped my pic this morning wearing this beautiful draped dress from Louise Amstrup and matching red ankle boots from Camilla Staerk. These ankle boots are my absolute favorite pair of shoes so I have them in a number of colours. [...]
Did we skip autumn? I’m feeling the bows
Submitted by Brittique Blog
I’m not sure about London but here in New York it’s FREEZING! Around 8C actually. But it just seemed like a couple of weeks ago that I was sitting out in the park with my little boy in a tank top and shorts. It was actually three weeks ago and now [...]
Introducing my style
Submitted by Brittique Blog
It just dawned on me that I might have one of the best jobs in the world. As the founder of Brittique.com I get to spend lots of money on clothes each season - all for customers of course - and take from the virtual shelves whatever I like - well, I [...]
The Russians fashionistas were years ahead
Submitted by Brittique Blog
I visited a friend in Russia in 2001. His father had the foresight to start importing luxury produces into the country long before the current consumptive environment became apparent. As a result my friend is rather affluent and showed us the high life of Moscow and St. Petersburg. To this day the [...]
A song and dance for Evie Belle
Submitted by Brittique Blog
I know I know, I’m a bit like a London bus with my blog posts. You wait forever for one and then 3 come at once. Forgive me, like everyone it seems, I’ve been busy.
Confession: I didn’t know who Katherine Darcy Jenkins and Darcy Bussel were when I saw these [...]
SALE…at Fashion Sewing Supply!
Submitted by Brittique Blog
Here’s what’s ON SALE at
~FASHION SEWING SUPPLY~
http://SewExciting.blogspot.com
…through Sunday, October 19th !
*** PROFESSIONAL MEASURING GAUGE, Now $2.59 each (regularly $2.98)
Limit- 3 at the SALE PRICE
*** COLLAR TURNING CLAMP TOOL,
Now $ 5.49 each (regularly $5.98)
Limit- 3 at the SALE PRICE
Click HERE to read the “How To Use It” Tutorial !
*** PRO-WEFT Fusible Interfacing, [...]
Happy Birthday Brittique!
Submitted by Brittique Blog
I can’t believe another year has past since I first “opened shop” on Brittique.com. It’s certainly been an exciting journey. To celebrate we’re giving all subscribers to our newsletter 30% off the entire range - including the new arrivals. Just subscribe and we’ll send you the discount code.
Thanks again to all our [...]
Popular Pockets…Free Patterns for you!
Submitted by Off the Cuff Style
Some of my most popular shirts have featured my “Cigar Pocket”
and the “Angle Edge Pocket”.
I get many questions about them, so while I had these pocket patterns out on the cutting table, I snapped this pic to share them with you. As you can see below, the dimensions are shown [...]
SALE Starting Soon…are you on the Mailing List ?
Submitted by Off the Cuff Style
Gee…there just “might” be a SALE soon at
Fashion Sewing Supply !
Are you on the mailing list?
If not, email us with your contact information…then watch your messages next week!
psst…don’t forget to add our email address to your contact list, or you might miss our specials!
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“Hot Red” Tunic Sweater
Submitted by Off the Cuff Style
This Acrylic Boucle Sweater in a zesty red/blue/blue/black color blend
is perfect for this time of year.
Starting with this HotPatterns style…
my absolutely FAVE T-shirt pattern ever…. HP 1049 !
I modified the pattern to suit this only slightly stretchy knit by straightening the side seams a bit, adding a cowl neck [...]
Denim plus Eyelet Twill Tape = Cool Jeans
Submitted by Off the Cuff Style
Starting with Ottobre patterns, and modifying them to include my own design details, this outfit will make a nice addition to Willow’s fall wardrobe.
Sewing Notes: Black Denim fabric from GORGEOUS FABRICS. Cotton knit fabric from Fabric Bliss. Pro-Weft Fusible Interfacing in black from ~Fashion Sewing Supply~ used in waistband. Eyelet [...]
