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Capers on the Kapiti Coast, Part I
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Capers on the Kapiti Coast, Part I

June 15, 2017 misstemby3 Comments

When I first heard about Steam Incorporated's Kapiti Coast Express Family Fun Day I immediately thought it would be perfect for an excursion in period dress. It didn't take much convincing to get Liane on board and, as the day fell on her birthday, she also thought that it would be a fun way to… Continue reading Capers on the Kapiti Coast, Part I

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Third times a charm for the Dark Sailor Overskirt - the first two versions I tried just didn't work (the first went weird and looked oversized and baggy - the pattern and fabric did not agree, the second had striped pleats which looked weird against a smoother overskirt design. Those pics will never see the light of day...)
Speaking of chatelaines... the second one I bought arrived today! It's bronze, and from @razzberriesstudio - it also arrived with surprise treats! (Can anyone can tell me what the stick is? Curious Kiwi minds want to know)
My 'yay, promotion' present arrived this week (thr morning of my first day in my new role, actually - perfect timing!)
My Blue Check overskirt is finished - I had considered adding pleats to the hem, but it just looked too...busy, or chaotic? I think I prefer it plain, as there is enough going on already with the fabric pattern.

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