You can fake a set-in sleeve by using any sleeve shape you want and inserting it into the armhole and add a soft sophistication to any garment by creating a sleeve that looks like it belonged there all along.
For this blouse, I chose a sleeve with a slight puff (as opposed to “pouf” which conjures up disturbing leg-of-mutton images from the 1980’s) is work appropriate while maintaining a floaty, ladylike charm. This technique works with sleeveless t-shirts as well.
For short sleeves, you'll need 1/2 yard fabric. Buy 1 yard of fabric if you plan to insert long sleeves.
You don't have to go all gung-ho and demolition crazy to update a golden oldie into an of-the-moment accessory. Most times, all that's needed is a small adjustment...like a perfect row of studs, for example. I've wanted to refashion my navy clearance shoes ever since I saw an entire row of studded spring flats at the shoe store. Mission accomplished.
Getting a book published is a completely surreal experience, so it all feels more official after getting a glimpse of the cover. It's like hearing your baby's heart beat for the first time--
oh yeah, this is happening for realsie! Got the final cover spread from the layout designer this week--one step closer to publication!
The
Chic Girl's Guide (that's chic, like the Arabian sheikh, not the Chiclet variety) will soon be available for pre-order on amazon.com, which means you'll be able to sneak a peak at inside content within a few weeks.
Pinch me now.
Kristina J. Copyright 2014
