Look what I was lucky enough to receive the other day – More silk!! Thank you Oma!!
This orange silk is a bit darker than in the photo but I’m still not to sure what I will make with it, it is a bit vivid! Perfect for any self-respecting Dutch person! Maybe I should make a smart and sexy shift dress in bright orange silk? Definitely more becoming than the usual orange football t-shirt I think…. Any other thoughts on what I could make with it?
As it is more of a burnt orange colour, I’m rather taken with this top that Sarai from Colette patterns made in a similar colour – perhaps I could make it up in a Colette Patterns Sencha top with either black or white buttons down the back… Or even the Clover trousers that she made too… Any thoughts??
Lakaribane says
October 14, 2011 at 2:22 amI love both fabric, so gorgeous! I vote for the blouse, unless this fabric is medium weight? Because thin, narrow, shiny pants…slippery slope to my mind!
Freya says
October 14, 2011 at 8:06 amHa ha I was thinking the same about shiny trousers! Yes, the silk is actually quite lightweight so probably not suitable for trousers anyway but perfect for a blouse!
Nienke says
October 17, 2011 at 5:28 pmI only just started reading your blog, but didn’t fully realise that you’re Dutch, until I saw the word ‘Oma’! Isn’t that the best word ever for an oma? I love love love the red to pink silk. Wish I could buy it somewhere!Looking forward to seeing what you do with it :).
Ps. I’m a little jealous of you living in London, I studied/lived there for nearly 1.5yr, but the credit crisis made me move back to NL. I was heartbroken and will never not miss that city!
Anne W says
October 19, 2011 at 7:14 pmDefinitely a blouse in the stripe silk, it’s gorgeous! You are lucky to have an Ouma who sends you lovely things!