La Crème de la Crème…
Recently, I had the honor of participating in Natasha’s Fabric Cuff Swap. When I found out that my partner would be Stephenie of Just a Little Bit Pink, I was giddy like a school girl. If you don’t yet know Stephenie…you must get to know her…
She is a beautiful soul who has an exquisite home, collections, and creative talent. {She also has some really cute dogs!}
Today, we both received our cuffs. When I opened mine…I was…well there are just no words to describe how my heart was leaping in my chest…I was amazed…stunned…mezmerized…
I didn’t give Stephenie any real direction in where to go with my cuff. I trusted her completely, and I actually do have a bit of an eccentric side in my wardrobe…so I knew whatever she came up with, I would love and wear.
Now…imagine my delight when this is what I found inside the box…
I have been staring at it all afternoon {when I am not wearing it that is!}…makes cute decoration too…
The detailing is exquisite. I adore the lace over the sheet music…and the delicate millinery flower with a hint of green is so perfect…not to mention the amazing jewel! It fits my style perfectly…and I simply cannot wait to dress up an outfit with this perfect adornment…
Stephenie was so kind to throw in lots of other lovelies including some very beautiful printed images and this pretty set…
and while I think the cuff that I made for Stephenie pales in comparison…I will share it here as well…
She specified liking whites, creams, pale blues…and touches of pink.
I knew that she loved millinery flowers as well…and had this pretty velvet one from a previous swap given to me by Dawn…and thought it would fit perfectly with the delicate cream fabric and trims.
I added a vintage lace doily underneath it for some romance.
This was actually a fairly simple sewing project, as I recycled a button down shirt cuff from a favorite shirt that could no longer be worn {so it already had the button and button hole…not my work!}. I had to sew pleats to make it fit nicely around the wrist and added pretty trims to the top and bottom.
I do hope that you enjoy it Stephenie!
And again…I cannot say thank you enough Stephenie…you truly are la crème de la crème as is my beautiful cuff…
Till next time…
27 Comments
Jodie (everything vintage)
Hi Alice!
I just popped over from Stephenie’s blog. I left there VERY jealous…and my question to myself was “how much more jealous can I be?”…
I’m not answering that right now. (pout pout) (tee hee)
What I will say is how BEAUTIFUL both cuffs are and you two are VERY talented!
I’m off to explore the rest of your beautiful blog~
Denise
WOW……..its perfect! Just your style. You both got gorgeous cuffs……you are both so talented! I can see why you are doing the happy dance!
Tracie~My Petite Maison
You both are very fortunate, talented ladies. I love both the cuffs and how fun for both of you to participate and receive such beautiful cuffs.
xo~Tracie
June
These cuffs are both so beautiful. I would have a hard time taking them off, even to sleep.hehe You guys are amazing. Beyond words.
Oh yeah, I do swear when I’m waiting for my blog pages to load. I didn’t used to, but it has gotten beyond slow. My irooning board is next to the computer, so I iron while I’m waiting. Does this mean I will be going around in wrinkly shirts?
Smiles,
June
Heather ~ Pretty Petals
Alice, first of all, the cuff you made for Steph is just GORGEOUS… you did an amazing job. I know she will treasure it. I can’t wait to see it in person when I visit her. ;))
I was with Steph when she made your cuff and I just love it so much… thought it was so well suited to your taste. I love how she used that sheet music under the lace.
this was a fun swap! xoxo Heather
Dawn @ The Feathered Nest
Ohmygoodness. Alice. BOTH of these cuffs are absolutely BREATHTAKING! The cuff she made for you is just. so. YOU….and I love the cuff your made for Steph as well…precious, I’m so very glad that you could use something I sent you too!!!! Beautiful sweet friend, just beautiful, xxoo, Dawn
Margaret Bouwmeester
You girls are so TALENTED!!!! Both the cuffs are so gorgeous and I would give anything to have one!!!!! Lovely, lovely…… so much creativeness. How nice for each of you!!!
Hugs,
Margaret B
Marian
OH I adore them BOTH!!!! So funny this post because I have been making my own cuffs too! I love wearing them with my jean jacket. Bought more material because I want to make more, lol.
I am popping over to the other blog to look at it.
Hugs from Marian
Stephenie
Alice, I really do loooooove my cuff..You out did yourself…I can’t believe it’s a cuff from a shirt..How clever!!! Thank you for all the extra goodies…I just adore everything…I’m just so excited…
I’m glad you liked your cuff and extra goodies..I found making your cuff easy, because I’m always admiring your blog… I really enjoyed having you for a partner..What a fun swap…Thanks for all the kind things you said about me..
STephenie
bleudelavande
Oh my godness!!! You are very very talented! I love all you made. All is a dream for me!!!!
Have a nice day
LiLi M.
I just read Stephenies’ post. You both did an amazing job! Your photos are sooo beautiful. Nice to meet you.
Alison Gibbs
What beautiful cuffs you both created
Alison
Kimberly Kostka
Alice, Thanks for the welcome. Dawn has been so generous to me. I love your cuff and am glad you used a velvet flower! I make them using vintage molds and it is another great way to use them. Did you see them on my blog? I then went to your shop and bought a little treasure that I am sooooo excited to get. Your blog is wonderful I will be adding it to my favorites once I figure out how to add them. Yours is one that needs to be shared!
Kim
pamelajane
Two such lovely cuffs — is it possible? What a wonderful swap!
Sheila R
Alice both cuffs are so gorgeous… so unique! Thanks for sharing…
Leah C
Both cuffs are truly works of art…just drooling over the pictures:)
Janine
I absolutely love both cuffs!!! wow something I could even wear (being allergic to metal)hahaha!!!
LOVE YOU
MOM
cielo
So lovely… both of them! I can picture you in a fairytale dress with that lovely jewel, as you and Josh dance a romantic vals… 😉 Lovely vision!
Hugs
cielo
Stephani Gorman
SO Pretty! 🙂 Stephani
Stephani Gorman
SO Pretty! 🙂 Stephani
karla nathan
Wow, I’d say you guys both did a great job of capturing the perfect style for each other!
Karla
karla nathan
Wow, I’d say you guys both did a great job of capturing the perfect style for each other!
Karla
Lena
both cuffs are wonderful and romantic! you both are soo talented! ….and your blog is one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen! 🙂
Lena
both cuffs are wonderful and romantic! you both are soo talented! ….and your blog is one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen! 🙂
marydon ford
In awe of these gorgeous creations & presentations. TTFN ~Marydon
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Ashley
Wow, both your and your swap partner rock, gorgeous cuffs!!
Barbara Jean
The lace band with the flower is gorgeous!
Beautiful work!
blessings
barbara jean