Recent commission - Black Gingham OP and Headbow

A couple of weeks back I finished a commission for an OP with matching headbow in black gingham. 

The pattern I used was the same as a previous dress that I'd made in black, but I altered the sleeves to be slightly fuller and longer, as the young lady I was making it for said she was slightly taller than me. You probably can't even tell the difference, as the changes were very minimal!

Front and Back of the dress on the mannequin:

Close up of the bodice:

The headbow was requested in a slightly different style to my usual design. This one was made to lie slightly flatter. The headbow worn on a mannequin head:

Photos of the OP and headbow laid out flat:

I seem to say this about everything I make, but I am really pleased with how this came out! The dress is fully lined with a side zipper (invisible), back shirring and a pocket. It even has detachable waist ties too! The client was super impressed with the dress when she received it too and plans to wear it whilst on a trip very soon, I hope she has an amazing time! =D


What have you done recently that you're proud of? (It doesn't have to be anything huge! I'm always pretty pleased with myself when I remember to hold the door for someone! XD)

Sweet Ribbon Strawberry Outfit and Exciting News!

Yesterday I had a photo shoot with a local photographer (that's the exciting news!) and I wanted to share the outfit I wore!

My outfit:

Rundown:
OP: Sweet Ribbon Strawberry by Angelic Pretty
Bag and Shoes: Angelic Pretty
Socks: Offbrand
Accessories: See below

Close up of my accessories:

Flower Crown: Handmade (and coming very soon to my Storenvy shop, The Frilly Ninja!)
Wristcuffs: Handmade
Bangle and Strawberry ring: Ichigo Chan by Angelic Pretty
Heart ring: Polka Dot heart by Angelic Pretty

Glasses Ring: Mary Quant
Everything Else: Offbrand

My outfit worn:

And a close up of my face where you can see my flower crown better:

(Sorry it's not the best photo =/)

Accessories shot of my hands:

(I've been using this as a banner on pretty much every social networking site I use XD)

I also took some props along to my shoot:

They're both offbrand, the parasol was actually an amazing TK Maxx find! I also took along a picnic blanket but I didn't get a photo of that.

Hopefully I'll get the photos from the shoot through soon! I can't wait to show them off, there seemed to be some amazing ones taken! I really enjoyed strutting my stuff for the camera too ='D


Also, bonus photo of me and my dog, Ziggi Stardust!

Have you done anything to make yourself feel amazing recently?