Portugal - where sewing mistakes and gifts reside

posted by Marie on Thursday, August 01, 2013 53 comments
Those of you who follow me on Twitter will know that I'm sunning myself in Portugal at the moment, whilst visiting the parents. Bliss!

I thought I'd take this opportunity, as Portugal is where a number of my sewing mistakes and gifts reside, to share a few photos proudly taken by my mum. She was so overwhelmed by the patchwork tablecloth I made for her, that she wanted to show it off in her living room. She then thought she'd rub it in and pose with my makes-gone-wrong that ended up fitting her perfectly - nautical Crescent Skirt and floral Lonsdale Dress.






Doesn't she look super cute in these makes? It's as if they were made just for her! Mum's a little bit sad though that I haven't been making as many fitting mistakes lately. Don't worry mum, I'm sure I'll trip up again soon...or maybe I should just make you the occasional clothes out of kindness instead of by mistake ;o)
Marie

Obsessed with stitching since 2009. Passionate about vintage styles yet mainly using contemporary patterns. Instigated the #VintagePledge to rectify this and help inspire others.

53 comments:

  1. Anonymous1 August 2013 at 18:17

    I think it's brilliant that your mother is so well suited to your mistakes! She looks lovely in them.

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  2. Far1 August 2013 at 18:36

    Your Mom Is Gorgeous! And Lovely Stitchings!

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  3. Jenny1 August 2013 at 18:40

    Your mom is so pretty! She looks divine in your makes - I really like the Lonsdale.

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 16:14

      Thanks so much! That Lonsdale broke my heart, but I'll just have to make another for me ;o)

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  4. Anne-Rose1 August 2013 at 18:44

    Your mum looks adorable in your makes! Hope you're having a lovely holiday :-)

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  5. Anna Christina1 August 2013 at 18:59

    Your mother is beautiful. She must really enjoy having a daughter with so much talent.

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 16:56

      Thank you Anna, and yes, she's very proud bless her!

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  6. joelle st-laurent1 August 2013 at 19:00

    ohh the lonsdale looks amazing on you mom!

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 16:57

      I know! I'm so jealous, but also pleased that it didn't go to waste!

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  7. Gabriela Salvador1 August 2013 at 19:18

    I had no idea you were Portuguese! All of my family lives there (except my parents) but we go there every summer! What area of Portugal are you from? And also, your mom looks great in the skirt!

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 16:58

      We're actually Greek Cypriot, but my parents live in Portuga in the Algarve. It's a beautiful country and I've enjoyed visiting them each year!

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  8. Cecili1 August 2013 at 19:18

    Your mama is absolutely gorgeous, it does look like those beautiful garments were made for her :) Enjoy your holidays!

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  9. Helen Le Caplain1 August 2013 at 21:18

    No wonder she looks pleased - what gorgeous makes!

    And what a great model, she looks lovely :)

    www.mancunianvintage.com

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  10. Anonymous1 August 2013 at 21:27

    Sua mãe é linda, e suas criações também, tenho acompanhado seu blog há algum tempo... Abraço de uma costureira no Brasil!

    Tatiana

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 16:59

      Thank you for taking the time to comment Tatiana, it made my mum's day to know that you've been reading all the way from Brazil!

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  11. Sabs1 August 2013 at 21:37

    Your mum is hot!! And you look a lot like her! Hope you're having a fab holiday :)

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  12. Sassy 1 August 2013 at 21:59

    Your mum is stunning! Enjoy Portugal https://www.facebook.com/SassySewingBees

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  13. Anonymous1 August 2013 at 22:20

    Oh my gosh, your mom is so cute! Those really fit her perfectly-- what happy mistakes! Enjoy the rest of your vacation!

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 17:00

      Thanks lady, the holiday was great and my mum's still cute ;o)

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  14. Nessa1 August 2013 at 22:48

    Your Mum is so pretty and looks very stylish in her Marie-Made lovelies!

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  15. Anonymous2 August 2013 at 02:25

    Your mom looks adorable! I'm glad your sewing mistakes didn't go to waste. Enjoy your time in Portugal!

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 17:01

      Thanks Madalynne, it's lovely to see them being worn and enjoyed so much!

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  16. The Long & Winding Bobbin2 August 2013 at 03:48

    Gorgeous! And your mum looks amazing :-)

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  17. thequirkypeach2 August 2013 at 06:26

    These pictures are so adorable! You can tell that your mom loves what she is wearing :)

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  18. Scruffybadger2 August 2013 at 07:00

    She looks fabulous and the dress and skirt do too! I bet the Lonsdale will get lots of wear somewhere like Portugal! Have a lovely holiday, and enjoy your wonderful patchwork tablecloth!! That's the new heirloom!

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 17:02

      Aaaw, thanks for all the kind words Winnie! I get the impression that my mum wears her Lonsdale at least once a week!

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  19. Amanda2 August 2013 at 08:58

    Too awesome! The Lonsdale looks super on your mum!

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  20. Adrienne2 August 2013 at 09:22

    Oh, your mom looks so cute! Makes me miss my own mom!! Sniff sniff. Sweden-Canada is too far away.

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 17:03

      Oooh, sorry Adrienne! I feel your pain, it's very hard being apart!

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  21. Rosemary2 August 2013 at 09:30

    Wow, she looks beautiful and proud. Proof that sometimes mistakes are anything but.

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  22. Gabrielle2 August 2013 at 09:44

    Your mum looks fantastic in your makes :). Maybe your lack of recent sewing mistakes will get her sewing too - or does she already??

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 17:04

      She used to sew very well when she was younger, but not any more...maybe one day she'll have another go ;o)

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  23. Tilly2 August 2013 at 13:26

    Wow, your mum looks gorgeous in those! Must've been quite difficult to give them up but at least they've gone to a good home. xx

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 17:07

      They certainly have Tilly, thanks! My mum was super excited to read your comment as she was a huge fan of yours on the sewing bee ;o)

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  24. ZoSews3 August 2013 at 11:43

    Your mum is gorgeous!! That Lonsdale is perfect on her!

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  25. Anonymous4 August 2013 at 03:40

    She looks fab!!

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  26. sallie oleta barbee4 August 2013 at 15:19

    Oh what a beautiful lady!! And such pretty makes - glad they could find a good home!!

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  27. Shannon4 August 2013 at 15:48

    How wonderful that any fitting mistakes can be given to your beautiful mom! Makes the feeling of an unwearable garment a little less unbearable!

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  28. Deb Koobakii5 August 2013 at 04:30

    Are you sure that's your mum, she looks so young, and looks incredibly happy to be wearing her daughter's lovely handmade clothes, how special. Enjoy your time in Portugal.

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    1. Marie7 August 2013 at 17:08

      Haha, she loved this comment Deb! Thanks so much ;o)

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  29. Kat5 August 2013 at 08:29

    Oh your mum is just the cutest! At least your mistakes are being put to good use. It's much better them sending them to a thrift shop.

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  30. Unknown5 August 2013 at 16:02

    Heaven! Well jeal' ;)
    Px

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