janeyclothing

A Change In The Weather

2011-08-28T09:00:00.000+01:00

I know we all keep saying it here in Ireland, but I cannot believe we are heading into Autumn, it really feels we missed out on any summer at all. Thats all I am going to say on the matter. So as my attention turns to woolly knits and polonecks, I have been looking through my imagery and quite like the look of these textile designs. Hopefully I can get them printed up and made into some nice products between now and Christmas. I know, its the "C' word already!!!! Yikes!

Ditsy Floral Repeat

Leaf Repeat

Peter Pan

2011-08-25T09:00:00.000+01:00

I have been wanting to make collars for ages and finally got the chance. I love this broidery englaise that I discovered in my Mam's attic which she kindly donated to me, so I have been waiting to find the right pattern to come along.

Silky Singlet

2011-08-22T13:00:00.000+01:00

All sewn up and ready for action. I love the textured stripes in this silk, just like a crinkled ribbon.

3 in a row

Next stop, photoshoot and then posting time on etsy.

Next project, collars, been itching to make some peter pan collars for ages now. Can't wait to get my teeth in.

Starting from the Start.

2011-08-21T13:00:00.002+01:00

So after much toing and froing, I am finally getting be back to making. It's a very exciting time and I am so impatient to get everything going all at once, I get frustrated when each task takes so much longer than anticipated. Is anybody out there good at time management?

I have been searching and researching the optimum pattern cutting resource and have finally settled on one thats a good fit for me. I am now in the process of starting all my patterns from scratch, previously my patterns were a hodge podge of different sources, but I find for selling clothing online, the sizing is more important so I am trying to be as accurate as possible.

Pattern cutting and grading.

Finalised pattern being used to cut out fabric.

Here is a sneak peek at my starter project, the silk tee. I could not help but have a delve into the fabric shops in Canada, and came back with some gorgeous silks in candy colours. Last of the summer wine, I hope to get these up before Autumn really kicks in. So summery, but I could't resist.

Strips cut to make bias binding

Sewn, folded, pressed and ready for application.

All the preparation done, just need to be sewn up now .

Inspiration

2011-08-19T13:00:00.000+01:00

A few more inspirational photos from Canada...

It doesn't matter where you go in the Canadian Rockies, every photo is like a postcard. Just incredible natural beauty. These rocks were high up at a glacier, I'm not sure what type of rock they were, but they did sparkle like granite. The colour combinations were just beautiful.

Ok, check out the Fijian Bride and Groom outfits. Made from PAPER and hand painted!!!! I was completely blown away by them, the Grooms silhouette is amazing too. Apologies for the glass reflection, but unfortunately they would not let me climb inside to take a photo...

Back in the game!

2011-08-17T22:54:00.000+01:00

Well,
How life has changed since my last post, married and living by the sea, 2 drastic changes! Looking back at myself now its hard for that person to imagine what the future held. Didn't mean to be away this long but such is life..

Here are a few pictures from my travels of late that I just had to share, I love anthropological museums, and Bc's, in Canada is the best!

Zuni pottery owls, love the beak/handles.

2010-05-17T00:29:00.000+01:00

A few collage cards to keep me busy over the weekend!

"Purf"- The perfect purse

2009-12-21T14:34:00.000Z

At last I have gotten to work on my new range of "purfs"

Thay are available in A6/A5 and A4 sized, and are designed to fit your notebook or sketchbook and all your bits and bobs for arts and craft.
The largest A4 purf will also hold our 13" macbook as a scrath cover.

You can see more here at http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37198605

paperandstitch

2009-10-02T14:39:00.000+01:00

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28016595

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28099016

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31150665

Thanks to the lovely brittni for asking me to take part in this months Paperandstitch exhibition!
http://www.papernstitch.com/shop/janeyclothing

There are lots of lovely art pieces, vintage and hand-made goodies to feast you eyes upon.
I am offering free shipping to all paperandstitch customers for the month! Just type "paperandstitch" into the notes to sellers and I will refund you through paypal. Above are a few of my favorite pieces today...

2009-09-16T13:27:00.000+01:00

My magenta dress just got mentioned on the etsy storque spotlight section

http://www.etsy.com/storque/spotlight/fashion-sense-alison-kellys-picks-for-fall-5182/

2009-08-18T17:02:00.000+01:00

I'm so exited, modish blog have featured my shop this week! Thanks so much Modish :)

Have a look here...

http://www.modishblog.com/modish/2009/08/janey.html

Twitter

2009-08-14T18:56:00.000+01:00

Here is my latest piece posted to etsy. Its made with a printed sat that has a little stretch in it so it fits snug to the body.
I set up a twitter account a few days ago, still trying to get the hang of it. I have turned into a laptop hermit the last week what with all of this social networking!!!!

2009-08-12T16:51:00.000+01:00

Thanks to the lovely waysideviolet for including me AGAIN in her treasury, I'm really spoilt! Its a beaut: http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=75812

Phew, finally new pics for Etsy!

2009-08-10T14:43:00.000+01:00

Yikes its over a month since my lost post! Well I have been super busy getting new stock ready for etsy. Went out to Sandymount beach with my lovely model and photographer (thanks to iconicturtle at www.flickr.com) Early last Wednesday morning. It was a beautiful day, we were so lucky!

Please enjoy these photos...

2009-07-01T19:13:00.000+01:00

Hoorah one of my new T-shirts has been featured in the Gift Guide on Etsy, under the Perfect T-Shirt feature!!!!!

2009-06-23T21:09:00.000+01:00

Started on a new range of tops today. Wearing the sample right now, that's how much I love them! I hope you do to, here are some pics of their development...

DECISIONS!

2009-06-21T09:45:00.000+01:00

I came across these coloured masking tapes at http://www.presentandcorrect.com (a website I am now mildly obsessed with) And now I'm in a complete dilema as to choosing which one, I want them all!!!!!!

Sneak Peak

2009-06-17T18:10:00.000+01:00

Here is a sneak preview of new dress and shrug to come on etsy in the next few days!

Jodii

2009-06-16T09:52:00.000+01:00

Good morning,its an unusually beautiful morning here in Dublin, I'm wearing shorts! Jodii design has very kindly added me to her blog http://jodiijodii.blogspot.com So an extra lovely morning, thanks Sophie.

2009-06-15T22:17:00.001+01:00

Eventually I have had some time to start on sample shrugs for etsy. I started by cutting out patterns today. Then onto sewing and pressing, et voila! 5 lovely shrugs. I'm in love with the fabrics. They are all buttery soft. I have a tendancy to opt for the super soft, cozy fabics. I have a gorgeous nude brushed 100% model cotton in there, yummmmm! Can't wait to get some pics on a lovely person and get them posted on my etsy shop.

2009-06-12T12:39:00.000+01:00

after months of talking I have finally taken the plunge and set up my blogger account!