Monochrome maxi

There's nothing quite like a bout of gastro combined with PMS to slow down a ladie's sewing/blogging mojo. Yet here I am, looking rather pleased with myself and my latest maxi make: the Ama cowl neck frock by Named.

I bought this pattern entirely on impulse from Sew Squirrel because it was on sale and then I left it sitting on my shelf for months because I had some kind of fear that it would be difficult and ill-fitting. Turns out I was totally overreacting: this was a breeze to sew, even with this somewhat shifty rayon I recently bought from Spotlight. 

I absolutely love the cowl neck and how cute is the back? I used a piece of silver pleather, also from Spotlight, for the contrast panel. Just in case you were wondering, it's fine to shove this pleather in the washing machine. I can be brutal with my garments, and hey, you would never, ever know...

I have a feeling my summer wardrobe is going to be all about jumpuits and maxis.

Don't say I didn't warn you.

Planet Clare Sallie

You never forget your first concert. Mine was The B52's Cosmic Thing tour. I was 12 and boy did I love that band. Living in a small, conservative country town they made me feel like I was not the world's only weirdo. This galaxy print reminds me of them.

Galaxy print jersey from Etsy seller Land of Oh

 In case you hadn't already guessed, it's another Sallie, this time as a maxi frock.

I did try to reenact my B52s concert experience when I dragged my husband to see them the last time they were in town. But alas, it was not the same. They were old and over it and totally jet-lagged. I was 10 weeks pregnant and kind of nauseous. 

Yep. Better to pay homage to childhood fandom through fashion.

And always try and co-ordinate your outfits with your pet mutt.