I was looking for a way to incorporate pink stripes into my next vintage sewing project when I found an early vintage 1940s sewing pattern that is cut on the bias, and I was in love with it! Then, I went on eBay and found this black and pink striped fabric, and I knew it was mean to be! A lot of people talked about the pattern matching when I posted this dress. They said it was amazing, but all I did was follow the instructions on the pattern and made sure the strips matched while I was feeding the fabric through the sewing machine. I had trouble with the front facing, and I still have to touch it up a bit, but I feel like it’s not that noticeable. I also had trouble with the flower in the front, but I just added brooch pins to the back of a fake flower I made, then attached it to the dress instead of hand sewing it on. It was also supposed to have 6 buttons in the front, but I opted out of it because I think the dress already has enough with the flower piece. Over all the pattern wa
When we hear ‘body transformation,’ our minds often jump to dramatic physical changes. But what if we broadened that scope, embracing a myriad of changes both inside and out? So, let’s wander down this road and shed some light on how transformations can be personal milestones that deserve to be celebrated without an ounce of guilt. Via Pexels A New Perspective On Transformation What does transformation really mean? It’s easy to focus on the physical: weight loss, muscle gain, or changing hairstyles. However, there’s an internal journey that often goes unnoticed - the one where you grow emotionally, spiritually, and mentally. Maybe you’ve taken steps to heal from past traumas , or you’ve found strength in vulnerability; whatever it is, this is part of your transformation journey. Every step you take in understanding and bettering yourself, be it physical or internal, is a transformation worth celebrating. #1. From Comparison To Self-Compassion In a world that often thrives on compariso