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Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Inspiration

Many things inspire me to create...but nothing more so than the changing of the leaves.  I love it when they haven't all turned because the mosaic of color makes me want to run home and lock myself in the sewing cave to make beautiful garments from these luscious fall colors.

 These pictures of trees were taken from my neighborhood....

















...along with this claret wool crepe fabric will be the ode to my fall inspiration...

...as always more later!
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21 comments:

  1. UnknownOctober 31, 2012 1:42 AM

    They are beautiful and so are the ones on the ground. I don't understand why everyone is always in such a hurry to rake them up.

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  2. T. SedaiOctober 31, 2012 2:52 AM

    *Sigh* We just don't get leaves like that out where I am. I suppose not having leaves is sort of like a trade off for not having snow?

    Either way, I love your dress inspiration - I can't wait to see your version, I know it will be fabulous!

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  3. Linda LOctober 31, 2012 5:22 AM

    Love this dress! Talbot's line of clothes fit me so well and provide a lot of inspiration also. Love the color of the fabric you are going to use.

    Trees looks pretty.

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  4. SheilaOctober 31, 2012 6:18 AM

    Beautiful fall pics and lovely inspiration dress. That claret color definitely reflects fall.

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  5. Debbie CookOctober 31, 2012 8:01 AM

    I hope you're OK after Sandy. Beautiful autumn leaves and colors is one of the things I do miss about northern seasons. Snow? Cold temps? Not so much.

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  6. SewjournerOctober 31, 2012 8:22 AM

    I like the fall colors as well and that fabric you chose is gorgeous. Wool crepe is such a great fabric. Have fun making your dress.

    Sewjourner

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  7. gMarieOctober 31, 2012 10:42 AM

    Wonderful inspiration and such a rich color for the next dress. I love it. That bow detail is fabulous.

    Been thinking of you and hope you are okay. g

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  8. RoseOctober 31, 2012 10:49 AM

    These are beautiful pictures, including the ones of the Talbot dress and wool crepe. Since you are posting, I assume all is well with you and family. Hope so!

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  9. shamsOctober 31, 2012 10:53 AM

    Those fall pictures make my heart sing. I hope you are doing well, post Sandy.

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  10. Sew Blessed Maw [Judy]October 31, 2012 12:19 PM

    Carolyn,
    Sending prayers to you. Hope you and your family are doing well, and praying for no damage..
    Your fall pictures are beautiful and so inspiring. Look forward to your new dress. Love that fabric.

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  11. Katrina BlanchalleOctober 31, 2012 1:15 PM

    I love those colors too, especially the contrast of the deep reds and bright chartreuse and gold colors. There is nothing like it.
    Your wool crepe is the most delicious color, and I can see why you were so inspired by the leaves. Gorgeous! That dress will be perfect for all the holidays, too.

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  12. KCOctober 31, 2012 2:44 PM

    That will be a beautiful dress! I miss the fall colors so much.

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  13. AnonymousOctober 31, 2012 3:53 PM

    Ooh, this is going to be STUNNING! Can't wait!

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  14. Virginia's DaughterOctober 31, 2012 4:07 PM

    Love this post!

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  15. LynnebOctober 31, 2012 8:32 PM

    Thinking of you and hoping yoh are snug and safe.

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  16. ElleCNovember 01, 2012 3:51 PM

    Please post and let all of us know how you and the sewing cave came through Sandy. I am sure I am not the only one who is worried about you.

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  17. Gorgeous ThingsNovember 01, 2012 7:20 PM

    We had beautiful foliage this year, too. It's all gone now, blown down by Sandy. Though to be fair, the maples had pretty much shed their leaves already, and the oaks, which lost theirs during the hurricane, aren't quite as pretty. Fall is my favorite season, and I just love the light and colors!

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  18. BeckyMcNovember 01, 2012 10:44 PM

    Hope you are well, safe and that your beautiful collection is dry! We got wonderful colors in WA state this year too. A long dry summer really made a spectacular autumn.

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  19. MyrnaNovember 02, 2012 12:31 AM

    New Jersey isn't looking pretty on our evening news and checking on-line Sommerset County has been hit hard. I'm guessing you're without power and hope that's the worst of it. If you're picking up messages - and even if you're not - LOTS of love and prayers coming your way. HUGS. Hope to hear soon that you and your family are safe.

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  20. Aisha Johnson - SewCoutureNovember 02, 2012 4:02 PM

    Beautiful pictures...Autumn if my favorite season and I love seeing the color changes on the trees. They do so serve as inspiration!

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  21. CennettaNovember 07, 2012 4:56 PM

    You and I are inspired by the same shade of red. Love your inspiration dress.

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