ONLY ONE MORE SLEEP!!

Finally parade day is almost here! Tomorrow evening will see the culmination of months of planning, organising, designing and sewing....not to mention sleepless nights dreaming....in a fashion event to remember.

I can't think of a time that was more anticipated in our household. It's truly been a family affair with both daughters involved....Lee as Event Manager and general whip-cracker and Kristi as our house model... and my ever-patient hubby Ron also lending a hand (and often a shoulder to cry on) in this great adventure. And what an adventure it's been!

We started planning our parade late last year and slowly but surely it's taken shape and promises to be our best yet. I hope I get a little sleep tonight!! I just can't wait!!!!

Busy time....only days to go!

Our parade is only a few days away! EEK!! As if I don't have enough to contend with I decided my collection wasn't quite complete, so what to do? Simple make more menswear! No pics yet though. I do have some gorgeous pics of my daughter Kristi taken at the Botanic Gardens photo shoot. I'm really happy with them. Of course Kristi looks divine! (and I'm not biased at all!) Wish I had those legs!! I can just hear her now, "Oh mum!! Stop embarrassing me!"

LBD with lace top

Yet another LBD? This dress has some interesting features. The baby doll style bodice has lace above the bustline and slightly cut-away back and ruching at the sides. The very feminine stretch jersey skirt has a twist in the front giving the hemline extra pop.

It's red!

This is the first red jacket I've made this year but judging by the finished product maybe not the last. I just love it! The fiery colour is one thing, the cute printed lining is quite another. This little bolero has a nice curved front that almost meets, sweeping down the sides to high waist level at the back. There are strong tucks at the shoulder head of the elbow-length fitted sleeve. Looks great over the black dress!