Published August 2019 My Ukrainian heritage is a constant source of inspiration. Sometimes it might just be the work ethic. I have been known to work with clients on projects I think are important even when they ultimately cost me money. But other times the inspiration is bit more obvious. Today, I am sharing photos of my new Ukrainian inspired jacket. This jacket is made with Argentinean cognac calf leather and...
Life of a Dressmaker and Entrepreneur in 2018
Published January 2019 The flowers of tomorrow are in the seeds of today -Proverb I will never forget 2018. It was a hard year. I grew in so many ways. Not that my dress size increased- but thanks to so many of you it didn’t shrink either. You quite literally fed me through the year with help, advice, encouragement and business. I will forever be grateful. Although I can’t pay you back...
Boyfriend Style Women’s Blazer
Long Cashmere Blazer for Women Published 11/30/2017 Back to our Roots Those of us born in the 80’s likely feel a strong attachment to the decade. And just as we who lean on our mothers for support as we become mothers ourselves might begin to resemble them, we who have added Adidas Originals to our wardrobes are also dressing like them too. Especially in our family where my father, who played professional...
Navy Wool Jacket with Leather Cuffs
Published August 30, 2019 Below are more photos and details for Girl #1’s Coat from the Sustainable Fashion Plaid Jackets blog post. Navy Wool Coat: This is the same coat design as the Plaid Tweed Wool Jacket, Navy Wool Jacket, and Dark Green Wool Jacket. However, I adjusted the shoulders, sleeves, and length to better fit a teenager. (I think the shoulders on the original patterns were originally a bit too wide. I...
Navy Wool and Brown Real Leather Woman’s Custom Jacket
Here is a project from earlier this year. It’s another wool jacket like my previous jackets. The jacket is 100% navy wool with English rayon lining and real genuine (Made in Chicago) leather cuffs. I love this jacket and plan to make many more! The lapels and waist pleats make the jacket very flattering and chic. I think the current buttons will eventually be replaced with new buttons that have more...
Dark Green Navy Gold Plaid Tartan Coat for Girl
This dark green, navy, and gold tartan plaid check coat is part of the 2018 Fall & Winter introductory Piccolas by Anagrassia Collection. ____________ Made with 100% Wool and Gold Buttons Peter Pan Collar and Pleated Back Handmade by Mary Grace Godfrey Fully Lined Shop dress here...