Beginning of my DIY adventures

If you can't find it or can't afford it, then why not make it yourself?  Moreover, if you CAN make it yourself, why not give it a shot?  After all, designers are essentially the masters of DIY.  Since getting my sewing machine about two months ago, sewing has become my latest obsession. I might not be able to get down a perfect technique by myself, but eventually I want to be able...

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Brother XL-2610 Sewing Machine Review

(Please note that I don't have experience with any other sewing machines, so my opinion is limited.  But if you're a beginner, this review could help you decide on purchasing your first machine.) I got the Brother XL2610 (ordered from Amazon here) because the ratings and comments were the best in comparison to price.  It is selling for a discounted $99.  Most basic sewing machines...

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Wishing I were at Seoul FW

Wishing I were at Seoul FW by lea2...

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Wishing I had some Me Time

Me Time by lea2...

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Creative breaks

I don't like putting off projects... but I guess school has to come first.  Unfinished work makes me itchy thou...

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The future is now

Although I haven't taken a fashion history class or anything, all the mainstream trends as of the past decade have seemed recycled from previous eras - peplums (50's), crop tops and chunky shoes (90's), flowy maxi skirts and jumpsuits (70's), Peter Pan collars (1900's), and even my favorite baggy top and skinny legs silhouette from the 80's (although now it's more flattering, IMO).  On the other...

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TC Charton Asian Eyewear - Ana frames review

After a long personal debate, I finally gave in to looking for Asian-fit glasses because the a) transitions lenses and b) the unflattering look and fit of my old frames were preventing me from wearing them outside the house.  That's a huge problem when contacts run out, or get dry, or if your eyes are just plain tired. In general, eye frames in the West are designed for Caucasian faces. ...

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