Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Trimming the spread...


Remember this post about my found bedspread and the fabulous trimming competition at Loz & Dinny? Well, it's D-day for entries to be completed and I've been cutting and sewing and embroidering and even beading myself into a frenzy to meet the deadline. So, here it is... a frock with trimming! Hmm, I just noticed you can still see the raised ring from the embroidery hoop... an iron would have been a good idea before taking pics... ;) There are so many mistakes in this dress but my vanity made me artfully conceal them. Still, it's a mighty fine trim, isn't it? Thanks to the lovely Gemma at Loz & Dinny for making it all happen :)
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34 comments:

  1. amySeptember 29, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    the dress looks cool! that is some serious embroidery, i love it :) good luck with the comp! p.s i got the dvds from jb hifi a looooong time ago. each season was on special for $25, so i bought all five :) worth every cent! i still cry like a baby every time i watch the last episode xo

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  2. Kickcan & ConkersSeptember 29, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    Oh clever you Kylie - looks stunning!

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  3. annamaria potamitiSeptember 29, 2009 at 3:34 PM

    Totally fab- You look absolutely glamorous!!!!
    Well done you!- oh I wish I could do all these things- sew and embroider and all- I am still learning how to really clean my house...LOL!
    One day...
    Love the pictures from Paris- The head-dress is a scream...
    Are you ok now after the storm?
    Good luck with the competition!
    Annamaria xxx

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  4. M* (Melanie)September 29, 2009 at 3:42 PM

    Very cool Kylie! The trim goes really well with that gorgeous retro fabric.

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  5. Mitsy / ArtMindSeptember 29, 2009 at 5:00 PM

    You look like a suppastar! Super! Well done, Kylie!
    Wish I could have a coffee with you on your beautiful deck! :)

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  6. SelinaSeptember 29, 2009 at 5:04 PM

    like, totally cool frock, man! far out!

    oh, and welcome home too!!

    Selina xx

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  7. mieke willemsSeptember 29, 2009 at 5:07 PM

    wow, it looks like a very expensive vintage designer dress! so fancy! well done!

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  8. GinaSeptember 29, 2009 at 5:37 PM

    Good grief woman, you have outdone yourself! Love it. I had no idea that you were making a dress - wow, I was thinking 'cushion cover' or something far more lame. You're brilliant.

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  9. KylieSeptember 29, 2009 at 6:03 PM

    Thanks everyone! It has been rather full-on trying to get it done but I seem to work well to a deadline... you know that last minute motivation to get assignments done when at school? That's me! Last minute Kylie :) Coffee on the deck is rather nice, Mitsy, but I was imagining gin in that tea cup! ;) K

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  10. SallySeptember 29, 2009 at 6:58 PM

    That is one super funky dress. Great work.

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  11. willywagtailSeptember 29, 2009 at 8:41 PM

    Another blow your mind away use of this trim. This is such an exciting challenge. Well done. Cherrie

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  12. TaniaSeptember 29, 2009 at 9:30 PM

    Jetlag? Are you serious? What jetlag? Glamour puss you are - seriously funky dress/trim-thing happening there!

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  13. MooBear DesignsSeptember 29, 2009 at 11:18 PM

    Your tea cup compliments your wonderful creation!! hehe Well done I love seeing all your new creations with Gemma's trim...

    xo Steph

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  14. IsisSeptember 30, 2009 at 6:55 AM

    great work with the trim, it really made that dress!

    x isis

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  15. RedorGrayArtSeptember 30, 2009 at 7:04 AM

    you are really amazing...the gold trim has a lovely"home"

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  16. DebraSeptember 30, 2009 at 8:25 AM

    its looks fab...the trim just trimmed it...fabbo :)

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  17. belinda marshallSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:05 PM

    wow! your dress is an amazing creation :)
    glad you had some fun on your trip. i was wondering whether you took your girls ~ was it strange being away from them?
    good luck with this comp.

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  18. Claire (ethel loves fred)September 30, 2009 at 1:30 PM

    It's just gorgeous!

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  19. christineSeptember 30, 2009 at 1:47 PM

    I love it! This is so inspiring - I love how you've recycled/upcycled/refashioned!

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  20. handmade romanceSeptember 30, 2009 at 1:48 PM

    AMAZING!! i love this and the embroidered flower looks divine i was admiring your earlier post showing your handy work in more detail. well done and great combo. best luck with the comp x

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  21. edward and lillySeptember 30, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    Love, love, love it!

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  22. IzabelaSeptember 30, 2009 at 6:09 PM

    the dress is so cool! I need something like it, have got so many ideas in my head but they do not cover sewing - I think I am rubbish, but havr to try again (one day)
    xxx

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  23. gemma @ loz and dinnySeptember 30, 2009 at 7:24 PM

    surprise for you over at my post, Gemma xx

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  24. SandrineSeptember 30, 2009 at 8:13 PM

    So much fun watching all the trim variations!Great job Kylie:)

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  25. willywagtailSeptember 30, 2009 at 9:28 PM

    Congratulations on your win! Cherrie

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  26. CindySeptember 30, 2009 at 10:13 PM

    Great work Kylee! The dress looks good on you too...bonus! Welcome back...

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  27. SmitoniusAndSonataSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:26 PM

    Bedspread + trimming was a marriage made in heaven and your embroidery makes it perfect !

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  28. KarenOctober 1, 2009 at 3:23 AM

    Hellooo! You look wonderful in that dress! That fringe is just the perfect detail. YOU are the clever, you know.

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  29. Fine Little DayOctober 1, 2009 at 3:36 AM

    Great look Kylie!

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  30. Miss MugginsOctober 1, 2009 at 10:05 AM

    What a sensational transformation. Much more stylish on you than on some oldie's bed!

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  31. NikkiOctober 1, 2009 at 8:54 PM

    Nice work Michelle. At first glance, that trim does not seem 'wearable' at all but you have made it look great. Two old things into one new fab thing.

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  32. NanetteOctober 1, 2009 at 10:15 PM

    I would KILL for a dress like that. YOu look amazing!
    x

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  33. AngieOctober 3, 2009 at 11:00 PM

    Totally glamorous....perfect for a tea party!

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  34. tielOctober 4, 2009 at 7:13 AM

    oh, put a few filters on this photo and it seriously could be mistaken for a photo of my mother in the 60s. The glasses/dress/cup.

    just gorgeous!
    (ps. no offence by this comment. mum as in her 20s then!)

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