A group of these would look amazing for a wedding dinner in an outdoor tent.
Courtesy of one of my longtime favorite bloggers, Chelsea Fuss of {frolic}. See tutorial on Project Wedding.
Source: projectwedding.com via Angela
Tutorials 24 - Modern Crepe Paper Lanterns
May 4, 2011
So clever 4
May 3, 2011
Love these reusable felt envelopes.
Can be used as gift wrap for smaller items such as jewelry or as a pouch to keep tiny treasures in.
Source: twigandthistle.com via hanna
Wedding 7: Kate's Dress Knockoff Revealed
Kate Middleton's wedding dress is now being frantically replicated by gown designers everywhere.
Brian jokingly said I should sew a wedding dress like hers to giveaway on the blog.
I was like, "That's a great idea....... it's too bad I'm not qualified for the challenge."
I think it is a very close replica. The roses in the lace are a bit larger than Kate's dress. The material also seems a bit more shiny. Here's a photo for reference. And I guess, Kate's looked more well fitted in the bodice (ie smoother). But again, overall very close.
ABC News shared designers Michelle and Henry Roth's replica this morning. Tthe Roths have been working on every detail of their "Kate Dress" that they plan to sell as part of their collection at Kleinfeld Bridal Salon (gosh I wish I could shop there for my gown). Via abcnews:
ABC News shared designers Michelle and Henry Roth's replica this morning. Tthe Roths have been working on every detail of their "Kate Dress" that they plan to sell as part of their collection at Kleinfeld Bridal Salon (gosh I wish I could shop there for my gown). Via abcnews:
"Like detectives, the Roths examined every detail of Kate's dress -- from the neckline to the sleeves to the pleats in the skirt. Nothing was overlooked. With sketch in hand, they then rushed to Lace Star in New York's Garment District to find the perfect fabric.
Out in the store, women were already waiting breathlessly for a chance to try on "The Kate," while seamstresses worked around the clock, carefully hand-sewing and applying every piece of lace."
Weddings 6: DIY Ribbon Party Chairs
Totally easy ribbon DIY for wedding chairs.....or any kind of party.
Would be a good idea if you had simple chairs that looked rather plain.
Would be a good idea if you had simple chairs that looked rather plain.
Source: turquoisetulipsandbliss.blogspot.com via Courtney
Free Pattern Month Day 7 - Stories of A to Z: Curtain Apron
(Today's featured pattern after intro)
I came to know Beth's blog through meeting her in person! She and I attended the same local mother's group. Imagine how excited I was to find out that someone else at our table blogged for a living and not just a hobby! You don't find that often especially in everyday life.
All of that board and batten (second photo) was installed by Beth and her husband. Cheers for having the patience! See the tutorial here.
If you too love a good budget DIY follow her blog too!
Her ideas are so inventive and creative. And of course her home is just the same! I love how Beth takes these ordinary rather outdated or drab pieces that you would find on the curb and turns them into something really worth complimenting!
I thought her recent Pottery Barn look alike coral tutorial was just so genius!
Materials from Walmart!
Above and below.
As I got to know Beth over the past year I've come to know her as not just a blogger but a friend. I am so lucky to have someone like her living so close to me.
But please, let me allow Beth to take it away!
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Making Curtains into Aprons
When Kathleen asked if I'd like to participate in her Free Pattern Month, I might have looked over my shoulder to see if she was actually talking to me! My sewing skills are not exactly what I'm known for on my blog. I'm notoriously more comfortable with hot glue and hem tape than with needle and thread.
Photo Shoot Concepts 15
Glow paint splattered inside mason jars.
These would be fantastic to photograph at night while catching fireflies!
Source: weheartit.com via perry milo
Gift Ideas 1
May 2, 2011
Do you have a friend who is constantly saying "I NEED to start learning how to sew". Well, give her (or him) a push in the right direction. Make one of these lovely sewing kits in a jar! Wouldn't this be the sweetest thing to give to a friend for no reason? Just to stop by and have lunch?
Tutorials 23 - More Anthro-like Duvet Love
I love the look of a white bedspread. I just don't have the clean kiddies to pull it off:P
But if you do, here's another great anthro-like duvet tutorial courtesy of Kojo Designs.
Looks super easy!
But if you do, here's another great anthro-like duvet tutorial courtesy of Kojo Designs.
Looks super easy!
Source: kojodesigns.blogspot.com via Leeluu
Inspiration 17: Polyvore
Surely, you have all heard of Polyvore by now but I don't think I've ever mentioned it on Grosgrain before now.
Stuck in a fashion rut?
They have THE BEST resources for putting together just the right pieces to make the perfect ensemble. It's a stylist's dream! Complete with sources and inspirations!
Stuck in a fashion rut?
They have THE BEST resources for putting together just the right pieces to make the perfect ensemble. It's a stylist's dream! Complete with sources and inspirations!
You can make your own board! I urge you, go, try it for yourself. Can be completely addicting!
Some of my favs:
Source: polyvore.com via Macey
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Free Pattern Month Day 6 - The Sew Weekly: The 1940s-inspired Floral Pom-Pom Faux Tilt Hat
Today's guest will make you wish you emptied your lame closet and fill it with vintage inspired pieces so you can look as stylish as she does. At least, that's how I felt when I first discovered Mena's blog, The Sew Weekly.
(Today's featured pattern after intro)
I had asked another stylish blogger in the blogosphere for some sewing blog suggestions. Mena's blog was one of the first on her list. And I immediately saw why.
Photo sources Eat Local Dress, I see Paris skirt top.
The first thing that will catch your eye is her retro style and yummy photography. Even the layout of her site is good enough to eat! Someone please get me her html template! Love, love, love. Seriously, it's everything I want Grosgrain to be!
Photo sources: The You Can Do It Dress, The Gidget Ensemble But I'm getting ahead of myself! First let me tell you about how 'The Sew Weekly' came to be.
The Sew Weekly first began as an attempt to document Mena's journey into sewing ALL her own clothes. Literally, ALL of them.
Photo source When I first visited her site she had them all lined up on the front page and they were quite a sight indeed! Like I got in a time machine and set the clock to 1955. Just wonderful. Said Mena....
I hope to have a closet filled only with clothes that I have sewn myself (with a few exceptions). This project began in Fall of 2009 but I began documenting it in January 2010. The Sew Weekly is all about my attempt to meet that goal by sewing something, well, weekly.
She documented every pieces from price of vintage pattern to price of fabric. Often her dresses were under $5 total including pattern and material! Now, that's a feat! 
Photo sources: The "I Don't Do Aprons" Apron, The Cocoa the Sailor Outfit Then in 2011, a large mission of the site is to get more folks involved in sewing and provide a community to share the results. Each week, Mena sets a challenge and the sewing community follows in perfect form! This week, seamstresses are picking a character or illustration from a particularly significant children's book and using it to inspire their weekly creations.
Even more interesting, Mena has started 'A Common Thread' project. Being lucky enough to score awesome deals on thrifted and vintage items ($1 and get 400 yards of lace) she used her finds and send a card of 5 yards of that lace to all her favorite sewing bloggers to make something with it.
Photo sources: The Petit Trianon Dress, The Little Lumberjack OutfitSays Mena, "I just love the idea that we'd all have garments that were all joined with this element. It's kind of like organ donation* (in the sense of one source, different recipients) meets The Sisterhood of the Traveling pants. But not really at all. :) I'd love for you guys to be part of the first project! *but of course, not at all as important as organ donation."
If this is your first time being introduced to Mena and you love sewing as much as I do, her blog is a MUST read! Seriously, wished I lived closer so we could be real-life friends!
So, please let me introduce the woman behind all my gushings.....Mena and her "1940s inspired floral pom-pom faux tilt hat" pattern!
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Now, I love sewing but I'm not ashamed to use a glue gun when the moment dictates. There's no shame in that. With this "hat" (it's really a headband), I wanted to create something incredibly easy but also somewhat true to the era. Sewing is minimal (and could be cut entirely). The real fun will be in the embellishments that you decide to add yourself.
Thanks to Grosgrain (and Kathleen) for inviting me to share this pattern with you!
Trending 2
I'm definitely trying the high-waisted, belted, shorts with blousey top look this summer.
Look for it on 'This Day's Threads' soon.
Source: thechloeconspiracy.com via delightfully
Source: flashesofstyle.blogspot.com via Kelsea
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Inspiration 16
May 1, 2011
Some formal dress favs.
PS. I love the way the leather belt clashes with the dress top middle.
PS. I love the way the leather belt clashes with the dress top middle.
Inspiration 15
Mandy, LOVE the dress!
I'd really like to make a dress like this with a little square open below the breast line for special occasions. I'd never have an opportunity to wear it but I would get to try it on in my bedroom from time to time just to ooh and awww over it.
Source: google.com via Allison
Tattoo Love 1
I think I've mentioned before how I'm not so much into tattoos. I've never had one and I can't imagine anything I'd want permanently displayed on my body. But recently through Pintrest I've found some really interesting tattoo ideas. Some that have me reconsidering the idea of a tattoo. Like this one for instance. Honestly, I'm not even sure it is a tattoo but it would make a pretty cute one if it was.
Source: weheartit.com via Leah
Shoes 5
Ok, seriously. Who wouldn't want a pair of these for their daughter?! Or themselves?
Source: joyfolieblog.com via Veronica
Inspiration 14
April 29, 2011
Black charmeuse is divine! Somehow shiny but flat. Must remember to make a party dress someday with it.
Source: janieandjack.com via Veronica
Dress of the Decade!
I would write an entire post about Princess Kate's wedding dress but I believe Gretchen from Gertie's New Blog for Better Sewing wrote it best! Get ALL the details!
I personally loved it as I think most people do too. Modest, modern and vintage all in one.
One of the ABC commentators mentioned something about how it was a nice change to the normal sleeveless wedding dresses of late. Agreed!
Old Lady Blouses
It's kind of funny how when I go into a thrift store I find all these amazing blouses that were undoubtedly formerly worn my little old ladies.
What's your take on these 'not very updated' but so chic chemises?
Me? Can't get enough.
Me? Can't get enough.
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