Tag Archives: The Staple Tunic by April Rhodes

WEEK 27

Day 183 Friday July 15, 2016
McCall’s Vintage Pattern from the 1980s Dress/Tunic made with black and white geometric print (Completed in 1997)
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt <> made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. (Made in April 2016)
Chaco Zong in Black

DAY 184 Saturday July 16, 2016
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem made with Italian blue cotton fabric from Marcy Tilton
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton (Made in April 2016)
Chaco Zong in Black

DAY 185 Sunday July 17, 2016
Staple Dress and Tunic by April Rhodes made in grey crinkle cotton fabric
Scout Woven Tee by Grainline Studio in black linen and vintage grey plaid
Sew Easy Pajama Shorts by Taylor Made Designs made with black stretch woven from Marcy Tilton
OlaKai Kulapa Black Leather Flip Flops

DAY 186 Monday July 18, 2016
Scout Woven Tee by Grainline Studio made from polka dot print man’s shirt from the thrift store.
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Chaco Zong in Black

DAY 187 Tuesday July 19, 2016
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 in gray metal ponte from Marcy Tilton
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect Grey cotton (that looks like linen) Marcy Tilton
Chaco Zong in Black

DAY 188 Wednesday July 20, 2016
Jeggings self-drafted <> with fabulous super stretchy organic black Pickering denim Crafts made by PickNatural 95% Cotton 5% Spandex 12oz. weight
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 made with shiny striped knit from Joanns
Chaco Zong in Black

DAY 189 Thursday July 21, 2016
Linden Sweatshirt by Grainline Studio made with black fleece from Seams Like Home
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem made with Italian blue cotton fabric from Marcy Tilton
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker Black Organic French Terry Cotton/Lycra made in the USA from Marcy Tilton
Xtratuf 16” Rubber Rain Boots

Comments— Well, the rains finally came, and considering we were about to all go up in flames from the numerous fires in our state, it has been a very good thing. Liquid Sunshine. Still, it is so much harder to dress for incremental weather. I better get used to it again, because it looks like the sun is not coming out anytime soon.

WEEK 26

Day 176 Friday July 8, 2016
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect Grey cotton (that looks like linen) Marcy Tilton
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem made with black linen from Marcy Tilton
OlaKai Kulapa Black Leather Flip Flops

DAY 177 Saturday July 9, 2016
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 made with multi-colored floral jersey knit from Marcy Tilton < > (Made May 2016)
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Dansko Professional Black Clogs

DAY 178 Sunday July 10, 2016
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem made with Italian blue cotton fabric from Marcy Tilton
Linden Sweatshirt by Grainline Studio made with grey fleece from Marcy Tilton
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. ($20.00 for fabric pattern was free) (Made in April 2016)
OlaKai Kulapa Black Leather Flip Flops

DAY 179 Monday July 11, 2016
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem made with black linen from Marcy Tilton
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker made with camoflage jersey knit fabric from Imagine Gnats
Chaco ZX2 in Black

DAY 180 Tuesday July 12, 2016
Eucalypt tank top pattern by Megan Nielson Vintage mulit-colored plaid cotton shirting fabric
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Chaco Zong in Black

DAY 181 Wednesday July 13, 2016
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 made with Chalk Line Knit (80% Poly/15% Rayon/5% Spandex) purchased from Marcy Tilton (May 2016)
Sew Easy Pajama Shorts by Taylor Made Designs made with stretch denim from Marcy Tilton
Chaco ZX2 in Black

DAY 182 Thursday July 14, 2016
Renfro Top by Sewaholic Patterns made from grey ponte fabric from Marcy Tilton
Eucalypt tank top pattern by Megan Nielson Gingham woven black and white checked fabric from Marcy Tilton
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton (Made in April 2016)
OlaKai Kulapa Black Leather Flip Flops

Comments— Not much to say. The weather has been great and it is super easy to dress for sunshine. I am staying on task and keeping this project under control which makes life way easier on myself. It is a lot easier to document when I am not wearing five layers of clothes!

WEEK 25

Day 169 Friday July 1, 2016
Laurel Dress by Colette Patterns made with black linen from Marcy Tilton and modified with a slit neck and front pockets
Pinot Pants by SBCC Bottom weight/Ponte Knit Black-Grey Herringbone Striped fabric from Marcy Tilton
Dansko Professional Black Clogs

DAY 170 Saturday July 2, 2016
Staple Dress and Tunic by April Rhodes made in grey crinkle cotton fabric
The Lark Tee by Grainline Studio Short Sleeve Jewel Neck made with Blue Steely Dan Hi-Wicking Primo Knit 90% Highwick Micorfiber poly 10% Lycra 62” Wide 1 1/4 Yards on sale $16.00 from Marcy Tilton
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. ($20.00 for fabric pattern was free) (Made in April 2016)
Dansko Professional Black Clogs

DAY 171 Sunday July 3, 2016
Scout Woven Tee by Grainline Studio in black linen and vintage grey plaid
Staple Dress and Tunic by April Rhodes made in grey crinkle cotton fabric
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker made with Chalk Line Knit (80% Polyester-5% Spandex-15% Rayon) from Marcy Tilton (Made May 2016)
Dansko Professional Black Clogs

DAY 172 Monday July 4, 2016
Scout Woven Tee by Grainline Studio lengthened and made with Metallic Thai Fabric that I purchased from Craft South while at QuiltCon 2016 (32” x 68” for $40)
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Chaco Zong in Black

DAY 173 Tuesday July 5, 2016
The Lark Tee by Grainline Studio Short Sleeve Crew Neck made with Black Organic French Terry Cotton/Lycra made in the USA from Marcy Tilton
Lara Dress by Style Arc in Blue Yonder Designer Linen regular $20 a yard on sale for 2 Yards @ $28 from Marcy Tilton (April 2016)
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker made with Chalk Line Knit (80% Polyester-5% Spandex-15% Rayon) from Marcy Tilton (Made May 2016)
OlaKai Kulapa Black Leather Flip Flops

DAY 174 Wednesday July 6, 2016
Renfro Top by Sewaholic Patterns made from grey ponte fabric from Marcy Tilton
Lola Tunic by Victory Patterns made with black fleece fabric from Seams Like Home
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Chaco ZX2 in Black

DAY 175 Thursday July 7, 2016
McCall’s Vintage Pattern from the 1980s Dress/Tunic made with black and white geometric print (completed in 1997)
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. ($20.00 for fabric pattern was free) (Made in April 2016)
Dansko Professional Black Clogs

COMMENTS– I will say that after 25 weeks of this project, I feel like I have a pretty good handle on the thing. Today, I thought about how I should also be documenting the weather. Which I suppose I can try and do. I wish I had time to make new clothes as it is always fun to add something new to my wardrobe. I am struggling to keep up with instagram out in McCarthy. My phone’s internet is not reliable and that makes it difficult. But other than that, I am staying on top of the documentation for this project.

WEEK 24

Day 162 Friday June 24, 2016
Undercover Hood by Papercut Patterns made in blue sweater fleece from Marcy Tilton
Staple Dress and Tunic by April Rhodes made in grey crinkle cotton fabric
Sew Easy Pajama Shorts by Taylor Made Designs made with black stretch woven from Marcy Tilton
Frye Harness 12R in Black

DAY 156 Saturday June 25, 2016
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Kimono Tee free pattern by Maria of Denmark made with jersey tribal black and white knit.
Swedish Hasbeens Lotta style no. 94801

DAY 157 Sunday June 26, 2016
Renfro Top by Sewaholic Patterns made from grey ponte fabric from Marcy Tilton
Lola Tunic by Victory Patterns made with black fleece fabric from Seams Like Home
Sew Easy Pajama Pants by Taylor Made Designs made with Stream Blue Bamboo Knit from Marcy Tilton $22 a yard (Completed March 12, 2016)
Swedish Hasbeens Lotta style no. 94801

DAY 158 Monday June 27, 2016
Washi Dress by Made by Rae Sewing Patterns made with Phosphate Plaid Stretch Woven from Marcy Tilton $18 dollars a yard
Sew Easy Pajama Shorts by Taylor Made Designs made with stretch denim from Marcy Tilton
Swedish Hasbeens Lotta style no. 94801

DAY 166 Tuesday June 28, 2016
Roza Blouse and Dress by Kate & Rose Patterns in a light weight black, grey, and white cotton polka dot cotton lawn fabric from Marcy Tilton
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. ($20.00 for fabric pattern was free) (Made in April 2016)
Swedish Hasbeens Lotta style no. 94801

DAY 167 Wednesday June 29, 2016
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 made with shiny striped knit from Joanns
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Swedish Hasbeens Lotta style no. 94801
HitchHiker by Martina Behmmade with Madeline Tosh Sock in the color 12 Cousteau (Finished April 2016)

DAY 168 Thursday June 30, 2016
Renfro Top by Sewaholic Patterns <> made from grey ponte fabric from Marcy Tilton
Eucalypt tank top pattern by Megan Nielson Gingham woven black and white checked fabric from Marcy Tilton
Pinot Pants by SBCC <> Bottom weight Black Stretch Woven from Marcy Tilton
Dr. Scholl’s Originality in black leather

COMMENTS—Well, dressing for sunny summer weather is so much easier than selecting garments to wear for icy temperatures or rain and drizzle. I really would like to add a skirt or two to my wardrobe. I only have three and they are getting very boring. I am doing a good job of not falling behind. The pain of going back and documenting weeks and weeks of work in May taught me a very valuable lesson. I am also trying not to be to precious about how I look. Yes. I do select what I consider to be the very best picture for the day, but I am often not happy with it. Documenting your 50th year day in and day out is often painful. I should have done this when I was 30!

WEEK 23

Day 155 Friday June 17, 2016
The Lark Tee by Grainline Studio Short Sleeve Jewel Neck made with t-shirt jersey knit from Imagine Gnats
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Dansko Professional Black Clogs

DAY 156 Saturday June 18, 2016
The Top 64 by Merchant & Mills in chambray cotton from Seams Like Home
Sew Easy Pajama Shorts by Taylor Made Designs made with black stretch woven from Marcy Tilton
Dansko Professional Black Clogs

DAY 157 Sunday June 19, 2016
Eucalypt tank top pattern by Megan Nielson Gingham woven black and white checked fabric from Marcy Tilton
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem made with black linen from Marcy Tilton
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Dansko Professional Black Clogs

DAY 158 Monday June 20, 2016 (Solstice)
Scout Woven Tee by Grainline Studio lengthened and made with cotton lawn blue circle print fabric purchased from Marcy Tilton (May 2016)
Linden Sweatshirt by Grainline Studio made with black fleece from Seams Like Home
Jeggings self-drafted with fabulous super stretchy organic black Pickering denim by PickNatural 95% Cotton 5% Spandex 12oz. weight
Xtratuf 16” Rubber Rain Boots

DAY 159 Tuesday June 21, 2016
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Dress by April Rhodes sleeves and hem made with Italian blue cotton fabric from Marcy Tilton
Linden Sweatshirt by Grainline Studio made with black fleece from Seams Like Home
Jeggings self-drafted with fabulous super stretchy organic black Pickering denim by PickNatural 95% Cotton 5% Spandex 12oz. weight
Chaco ZX2 in Black

DAY 160 Wednesday June 22, 2016
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 made with Chalk Line Knit (80% Poly/15% Rayon/5% Spandex) purchased from Marcy Tilton $17 a yard (May 2016)
OlaKai Kulapa Black Leather Flip Flops

DAY 160 Thursday June 23, 2016
Amelia Dress by Green Bee made with blue linen from Marcy Tilton (Fall 2014)
Eucalypt sleeveless tank dress by Megan Nielson with a kangaroo pocket from Undercover Hood Gray Haze Cotton Knit 62” wide cotton/lyrca $16.50 a yard from Marcy Tilton
Frye James Lug Wingtip in Black

COMMENTS— The light has been amazing. It was really beautiful on Thursday. Of course it is. It is Solstice! I don’t have time to be making new garments, so I am back in that make do phase at least for the summer. I have three skirts and two pairs of shorts. But you know, it really is enough. Sure, I would like to look super fancy every day, but the reality is that we don’t look super fancy every day. In fact, I am still not over the fact that I don’t actually look the same every day. What is up with that?

WEEK 22

Day 148 Friday June 10, 2016
Eucalypt tank top pattern by Megan Nielson Gingham woven black and white checked fabric from Marcy Tilton
Scout Woven Tee by Grainline Studio in vintage grey, black, and white floral and black linen
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. ($20.00 for fabric pattern was free) (Made in April 2016)
Chaco ZX2 in Black

DAY 149 Saturday June 11, 2016
Laurel Top by Colette Patterns made with Brand Cotton Blend Stretch Denim Black $20.00 a yard
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Xtratuf 16” Rubber Rain Boots

DAY 150 Sunday June 112, 2016
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem made with black linen from Marcy Tilton
Linden Sweatshirt by Grainline Studio made with black fleece from Seams Like Home
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker made with camoflage jersey knit fabric from Imagine Gnats
Dansko Professional Black Clogs

DAY 151 Monday June 13, 2016
Scout Woven Tee by Grainline Studio in black linen and vintage grey plaid
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline and sleeves with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes high-low hem made Hunter Green Ponte Knit 1 1/2 Yards $25.50
Jeggings self-drafted with fabulous super stretchy organic black Pickering denim ordered from Fancy Tiger Crafts and made by PickNatural 95% Cotton 5% Spandex 12oz. weight
Xtratuf 16” Rubber Rain Boots

DAY 152 Tuesday June 14, 2016
Staple Dress and Tunic by April Rhodes made with polyester chiffon floral fabric from Joanns
The Lark Tee by Grainline Studio Short Sleeve with Jewel Neck made with Blue Steely Dan Hi-Wicking Primo Knit 90% Highwick Micorfiber poly 10% Lycra 62” Wide 1 1/4 Yards on sale $16.00 from Marcy Tilton
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. ($20.00 for fabric pattern was free) (Made in April 2016)
Chaco ZX2 in Black

DAY 153 Wednesday June 15, 2016
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem <> made with black linen from Marcy Tilton
Renfro Top by Sewaholic Patterns made from grey ponte fabric from Marcy Tilton
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Chaco ZX2 in Black

DAY 154 Thursday June 16, 2016
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 made with multi-colored floral jersey knit from Marcy Tilton <> (Made May 2016)
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. ($20.00 for fabric pattern was free) (Made in April 2016)
Chaco Zong in Black

COMMENTS– I am feeling better about the just roll with the flow aspect of the project. Every day I wear clothing I have made, and I try and find some one who will take my photo in the middle of whatever road I am on. The weather shifts wildly out here and the garments I have made are not necessary meant for bush living, but it is what is. Sunday marked the 150th day of this project. WOW.

FABRIC STORES
Fancy Tiger Crafts
Girl Charlie Fabrics
Imagine Gnats
Marcy Tilton
Seams Like Home
The Fabric Store

WEEK 21

DAY 141 Friday, June 3, 2016
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem made with Italian blue cotton fabric from Marcy Tilton
Linden Sweatshirt by Grainline Studio made with black fleece from Seams Like Home
Jeggings self-drafted with fabulous super stretchy organic black Pickering denim ordered from Fancy Tiger Crafts and made by PickNatural 95% Cotton 5% Spandex 12oz. weight
Xtratuf 16” Rubber Rain Boots

DAY 142 Saturday, June 4, 2016
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem made with Italian blue cotton fabric from Marcy Tilton
Linden Sweatshirt by Grainline Studio made with black fleece from Seams Like Home
Jeggings self-drafted with fabulous super stretchy organic black Pickering denim ordered from Fancy Tiger Crafts and made by PickNatural 95% Cotton 5% Spandex 12oz. weight
Xtratuf 16” Rubber Rain Boots
HitchHiker by Martina Behm made with Madeline Tosh Sock in the color 12 Cousteau (Finished April 2016)

DAY 143 Sunday, June 5 2016
Linden Sweatshirt by Grainline Studio made with grey fleece from Marcy Tilton
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem <> made with black linen from Marcy Tilton
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker Black Organic French Terry Cotton/Lycra made in the USA from Marcy Tilton
Xtratuf 16” Rubber Rain Boots < http://www.x-tough.com/xtratuf-16-copper-tan-neoprene-boot/>

DAY 144 Monday June 6, 2016 (McCarthy)
Linden Sweatshirt by Grainline Studio made green merino sweater wool from Marcy Tilton
The Lark Tee Long Sleeve by Grainline Studio made with grey t-shirt knit fabric from Marcy Tilton
Jeggings self-drafted with fabulous super stretchy organic black Pickering denim ordered from Fancy Tiger Crafts and made by PickNatural 95% Cotton 5% Spandex 12oz. weight
Xtratuf 16” Rubber Rain Boots

DAY 145 Tuesday June 7, 2016 (McCarthy)
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 made with multi-colored floral jersey knit from Marcy Tilton
Jeggings self-drafted with fabulous super stretchy organic black Pickering denim ordered from Fancy Tiger Crafts and made by PickNatural 95% Cotton 5% Spandex 12oz. weight
Xtratuf 16” Rubber Rain Boots

DAY 146 Wednesday June 8, 2016
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem <> made with Italian blue cotton fabric from Marcy Tilton
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. ($20.00 for fabric pattern was free) (Made in April 2016)
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker made with Chalk Line Knit (80% Polyester-5% Spandex-15% Rayon) from Marcy Tilton (Made May 2016)
Chaco ZX2 in Black

DAY 147 Thursday June 9, 2016
Linden Sweatshirt by Grainline Studio made with grey fleece from Marcy Tilton
Eucalypt tank top pattern by Megan Nielson Gingham woven black and white checked fabric from Marcy Tilton
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. ($20.00 for fabric pattern was free) (Made in April 2016)
Keen Voyageur Hiking Shoe

COMMENTS- Well, I have made it through another week. I have had an assortment of photographers which has been interesting. There is a bit of a problem with dogs showing up in the photos. I think have my McCarthy road spot figured out and now know how to instruct the photographer to simply position themselves on their spot and click away. My wardrobe could really use more McCarthy style clothes, but I am making do.

FABRIC STORES
Fancy Tiger Crafts
Girl Charlie Fabrics
Imagine Gnats
Marcy Tilton
Seams Like Home
The Fabric Store

WEEK 20

DAY 134 Friday, May 27, 2016
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker made with Chalk Line Knit (80% Polyester-5% Spandex-15% Rayon) from Marcy Tilton (Made May 2016)
Staple Dress and Tunic by April Rhodes made in grey crinkle cotton fabric
The Lark Tee by Grainline Studio Short Sleeve Jewel Neck made with Blue Steely Dan Hi-Wicking Primo Knit 90% Highwick Micorfiber poly 10% Lycra 62” Wide 1 1/4 Yards on sale $16.00 from Marcy Tilton
Dansko Midori Backless Mary Janes

DAY 135 Saturday, May 28, 2016
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 made with Chalk Line Knit (80% Poly/15% Rayon/5% Spandex) purchased from Marcy Tilton $17 a yard (Made May 2016)
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Troentorp Durer Clog in Black

DAY 136 Sunday, May 29, 2016
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. ($20.00 for fabric) (Made in April 2016)
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline combined with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes sleeves and hem made with Italian blue cotton fabric from Marcy Tilton
Fly London Becca Wedge Sandal in Black

DAY 137 Monday, May 30, 2016
Lady Skater Dress by Kitschy Coo made with multi-floral scuba knit from Marcy Tilton
Troentorp Durer Clog in Black

DAY 138 Tuesday May 31, 2016 (Ozzy’s 14th Birthday and a Drive to MXY)
Jeggings self-drafted with fabulous super stretchy organic black Pickering denim ordered from Fancy Tiger Crafts and made by PickNatural 95% Cotton 5% Spandex 12oz. weight
Scout Woven Tee by Grainline Studio lengthened and made with cotton lawn blue circle print fabric purchased from Marcy Tilton
Chaco Zong in Black

DAY 139 Wednesday June 1, 2016 (McCarthy, Alaska)
Renfro Top by Sewaholic Patterns made from grey ponte fabric from Marcy Tilton
Lola Tunic by Victory Patterns made with black fleece fabric from Seams Like Home
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect Grey cotton (that looks like linen) Marcy Tilton
Chaco ZX2 in Black

DAY 140 Thursday June 2, 2016 (McCarthy, Alaska Ari’s Quilt Block Making Party)
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 made with Chalk Line Knit (80% Poly/15% Rayon/5% Spandex) purchased from Marcy Tilton $17 a yard (Completed May 2016)
Aurelia Cardigan by Sew Liberated made with vintage merino jersey wool
A+ Skirt by Make it Perfect made with denim fabric from Joann’s Fabrics
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker Black Organic French Terry Cotton/Lycra made in the USA from Marcy Tilton
Dansko Professional Black Clogs
Lori Shawl by Carrie Bostick Hoge made with Swans Island Pure Blends Fingering

COMMENTS
The wild sunshine is making photography difficult. I have had that Lady Skater dress in my closet the whole time, but I am never compelled to wear it. I am not sure why. I made three new garments this week. A knit tunic and tights out of Chalk Line Knit from Marcy Tilton. I also finished another modified Rebecca Taylor t-shirt top out of a great multi-colored print knit. I am trying very hard not to get even a DAY behind in documenting this shit.

FABRIC STORES
Fancy Tiger Crafts
Girl Charlie Fabrics
Imagine Gnats
Marcy Tilton
Seams Like Home
The Fabric Store

WEEK 19

DAY 127 Friday, May 20, 2016
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline and sleeves with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes high-low hem made Hunter Green Ponte Knit 1 1/2 Yards $25.50
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker Black Organic French Terry Cotton/Lycra made in the USA from Marcy Tilton
Lori Shawl by Carrie Bostick Hoge made with Swans Island Pure Blends Fingering
Frye Harness 12R in Black

DAY 128 Saturday, May 21, 2016
Renfro Top by Sewaholic Patterns made from grey ponte fabric from Marcy Tilton
Lady Skater Dress by Kitschy Coo made with Black New Zealand Merino Wool from The Fabric Store
Leggings/Tights self-drafted from black and gray stripped super stretchy knit fabric from Marcy Tilton
HitchHiker by Martina Behm made with Madeline Tosh Sock in the color 12 Cousteau (Finished April 2016)
Troentorp Durer Clog in Black

DAY 129 Sunday, May 22, 2016
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker Black Organic French Terry Cotton/Lycra made in the USA from Marcy Tilton
Lara Dress by Style Arc in Blue Yonder Designer Linen regular $20 a yard on sale for 2 Yards @ $28 from Marcy Tilton (Made April 2016)
Troentorp Durer Clog in Black

DAY 130 Monday, May 23, 2016
Amelia Dress by Green Bee made with blue linen from Marcy Tilton (Made Fall 2014)
Laurel Top by Colette Patterns made with Brand Cotton Blend Stretch Denim Black $20.00 a yard
HitchHiker by Martina Behm made with Madeline Tosh Sock in the color Rainwater
Troentorp Durer Clog in Black

DAY 131 Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 made with shiny striped knit from Joanns
Jeggings self-drafted with fabulous super stretchy organic black Pickering denim ordered from Fancy Tiger Crafts and made by PickNatural 95% Cotton 5% Spandex 12oz. weight
Lori Shawl by Carrie Bostick Hoge made with Swans Island Pure Blends Fingering
Troentorp Durer Clog in Black

DAY 132 Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Roza Blouse and Dress by Kate & Rose Patterns in a light weight black, grey, and white cotton polka dot cotton lawn fabric from Marcy Tilton
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton for $20.00 Yard (Made in April 2016)
Fly London Becca Wedge Sandal in Black

DAY 133 Thursday, May 25, 2016
Happy Homemade Sew Chic by Yoshiko Tsukiori Harem pants in Navajo Turquoise Linen from Marcy Tilton $20 a yard
Laurel Top by Colette Patterns made with Brand Cotton Blend Stretch Denim Black $20.00 a yard
Troentorp Durer Clog in Black

COMMENTS
I am surprised in some ways by how long it took me to finally catch up on the documentation of this project. If I had my way, I would sew and sew and sew clothes. Lately, I like to make a new piece and then sew pieces that work with the new piece, so that a complete outfit evolves from the first decision. For example, I make a tunic and then I make the tights to go with it, and they both work with the new scarf I just finished. This is different from the beginning when I was really making things because I did not have them. For example I needed to make pants. Now, I have pants so I can be more creative in my making decisions.

FABRIC STORES
Fancy Tiger Crafts
Girl Charlie Fabrics
Imagine Gnats
Marcy Tilton
Seams Like Home
The Fabric Store

WEEK # 17

DAY 113 Friday May 6, 2016 (Fiberart International 2016)
Black vintage silk Emery Dress by Christina Hayes
La Canadienne Gaetana Rain Boots
Lori Shawl by Carrie Bostick Hoge made with Swans Island Pure Blends Fingering

DAY 114 Saturday May 7, 2016 (Fiberart International 2016)
Laurel Dress by Colette Patterns made with black linen from Marcy Tilton and modified with a slit neck and front pockets
HitchHiker by Martina Behm made with Madeline Tosh Sock in the color Rainwater
Frye Harness 12R in Black with funky gray stripped socks.

DAY 115 Sunday May 8, 2016 (Travel from Pittsburgh to Anchorage)
Jeggings self-drafted with fabulous super stretchy organic black Pickering denim ordered from Fancy Tiger Crafts and made by PickNatural 95% Cotton 5% Spandex 12oz. weight
Lori Shawl by Carrie Bostick Hoge made with Swans Island Pure Blends Fingering
Lara Dress by Style Arc in Blue Yonder Designer Linen regular $20 a yard on sale for 2 Yards @ $28 from Marcy Tilton
Lark Tee by Grainline Studio Short Sleeve Jewel Neck made with Black Organic French Terry Cotton/Lycra made in the USA from Marcy Tilton
Frye Harness 12R in Black

DAY 116 Monday May 9, 2016 (Anchorage, Alaska)
Anima Sweatpant by Papercut Patterns is grey sweatshirt fleece fabric from Marcy Tilton
The Lark Tee by Grainline Studio Short Sleeve Jewel Neck made with Blue Steely Dan Hi-Wicking Primo Knit 90% Highwick Micorfiber poly 10% Lycra 62” Wide 1/4 Yards on sale $16.00 from Marcy Tilton
Linden Sweatshirt by Grainline Studio made with black fleece from Seams Like Home
Bogs Classic High Handles in Black

DAY 117 Tuesday May 10, 2016
Cabin Tunic by Blueprint Patterns made grey cotton (that looks like linen) from Marcy Tilton
Alice Tights by Marilla Walker < > Black Organic French Terry Cotton/Lycra made in the USA from Marcy Tilton
Frye Harness 12R in Black

DAY 118 Wednesday May 11, 2016
Rebecca Taylor T-shirt Tunic Vogue V1306 in gray metal ponte from Marcy Tilton
Plantain by Deer & Doe Neckline and sleeves with the Staple Tunic by April Rhodes high-low hem made with light grey printed t-shirt knit from Girl Charlie Fabrics
Simplicity/New Look E6730 knit a-line skirt made with Mr. Darcy Black Hemp Organic Cotton Knit from Marcy Tilton. ($20.00 for fabric pattern was free)
La Canadienne Gaetana Rain Boots with light grey socks

DAY 119 Thursday May 12, 2016 (Fletcher’s Graduation)
Lori Shawl by Carrie Bostick Hoge made with Swans Island Pure Blends Fingering
Lara Dress by Style Arc in Blue Yonder Designer Linen regular $20 a yard on sale for 2 Yards @ $28 from Marcy Tilton
Lark Tee by Grainline Studio Short Sleeve Jewel Neck made with Black Organic French Terry Cotton/Lycra made in the USA from Marcy Tilton
Frye Harness 12R in Black

COMMENTS
I am almost caught up! That is the one and only thing I think I have to say. When I started this project I thought the most difficult thing would be finding attractive clothing combinations. I was WRONG. The most difficult thing is keeping up on the documentation. I question why I am doing this, but then I read a story today about a fellow who ran the Appalachian Trail, and I decided what the heck. Sometimes we just do things because we are compelled to do them. There is not necessarily a final result that means anything beyond WE DID IT. And so I am doing it.

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