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• Her Name is Rio and She Dances...in Greenwich

  

  As some of you might know, I love Whistles. But, unfortunately my bank balance doesn't love their prices - plus if you can make it, why buy it - right?I love th... Read more

  Posted on 24 April 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Shine on You Crazy Print: the Lola Woven Pant

  

  I've been wanting to make a relaxed pair of summer trousers for a while. A pair that I could chic up with some heels, but dress down with some flats or sandals. Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Thank You for Being a Friend Dolly Clackett

  

  As Rod said at the beginning of The Faces live cover of Macca's Maybe I'm Amazed, "if you don't know this song, I don't know where you've been. Read more

  Posted on 16 April 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• NYC, a Tattoo and a Whole Lot of Fabric

  

  I can't believe it's taken me this long to sit down and write a post about my trip to NYC. I blame jet lag, laziness, work, laziness... blah blah blah, the... Read more

  Posted on 08 April 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• A Textured Tee for Brunch in NYC

  

  Greetings from New York City everyone! I am in a constant state of excitement and having the best time. AGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHH (this is basically my main vocal soun... Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• The Moody Blue Jumpsuit

  

  I'm so fed up of sewing and embroidering jumpsuits for Elvis (seriously, how many sequins and studs does this one Eagle really need dude?!) I decided to take a... Read more

  Posted on 11 March 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Switchblade Sister: The Rigel Bomber

  

  My eyes are the size of raisins, I am a palish grey in colour...guys I haven't seen daylight as I have been so busy sewing some goodness for my trip to NYC on... Read more

  Posted on 09 March 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Better Late Than Never: Grunge November and the Sweet Smell of Eddie's Shirt

  

  Towards the end of last year, my lovely friend Gillian suggested a Grunge November sewalong. To say I'm a little fond of all things Pearl Jam, Seattle and Subpo... Read more

  Posted on 25 February 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Dolly Clackett is Getting Married! Come Sewalong!

  

  I'm so excited to post about this today! Get ready for some love people.Some time ago Sarah from Rhinestones and Telephones contacted me about a fantastic sewin... Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Chanel Cardigan Progress: It's a Slow Burner People

  

  Well, I'm back from my crazy work week in Amsterdam and more importantly back on the sewing saddle!Giddy up, I am even juggling projects.First up is my... Read more

  Posted on 17 February 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Blogbatical

  Guys...agghhhh I thought I could squeeze in a make or two before I hit Amsterdam this Saturday. I overestimated a number of things, mainly my time and... Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• The Chanel Cardigan: Choosing a Pattern

  

  As mentioned in my 'New Year, New Dixie Lou' post, one of my sewing resolutions for 2014 is to make a Chanel style cardigan. I have always loved this iconic... Read more

  Posted on 21 January 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Looking for That LBD? Vogue 1360 Ain't Half Bad

  

  It's my first official make of 2014 and my latest post for Minerva!This time around I decided to make a wardrobe staple: the little black dress. Read more

  Posted on 17 January 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Good Things Happen on Elvis' Birthday

  

  First off, happy birthday Elvis! Of course I'll be jumping out of a cake later and singing him Marilyn-style birthday wishes, as long as he doesn't take over an... Read more

  Posted on 08 January 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• New Year, New Dixie Lou?

  

  Well, maybe not a completely new Dixie Lou, but I am hopeful I can make some more positive changes in 2014. However, more of that later.Firstly, Happy New Year... Read more

  Posted on 05 January 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Minerva Blogger Network: a D&G Style Tweed Dress

  

  I really loved Dolce Gabbana's A/W 2013-14 collection this year, particularly the inclusion of so much tweed and houndstooth. Read more

  Posted on 20 December 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Sewing up Christmas: Quilted Table Runner and PJs

  

  Here's a bit of a change from me - some selfless sewing! Recently, I got a bit crafty and decided to make my Mum something super special for Christmas. Read more

  Posted on 14 December 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• If You Talk in Your Sleep Don't Mention My Name: the Presley Pencil Skirt

  

  Although I've been a bit absent of these parts for a while, this little Christmas elf has been beavering away... be it work, sewing or drinking cocktails in... Read more

  Posted on 05 December 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Down in the Alley: The Spoolettes Go Bowling!

  

  Just incase you left the planet last weekend, The Spoolettes hit the alleys and went bowling!This was a long time planning. but we finally got a date down that... Read more

  Posted on 27 November 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Minerva Blogger Network: Viva La Velvet

  

  Back when I was choosing my 'Winter' collection of Minerva fabrics for the blogger network, I got the big idea to work with velvet. Read more

  Posted on 15 November 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE