Thoughts from Alice W.: La Crème de la Crème...

Recently, I had the honor of participating in Natasha's Fabric Cuff Swap. When I found out that my partner would be Stephenie of Just a Little Bit Pink, I was giddy like a school girl. If you don't yet know Stephenie...you must get to know her...

She is a beautiful soul who has an exquisite home, collections, and creative talent. {She also has some really cute dogs!}

Today, we both received our cuffs. When I opened mine...I was...well there are just no words to describe how my heart was leaping in my chest...I was amazed...stunned...mezmerized...

I didn't give Stephenie any real direction in where to go with my cuff. I trusted her completely, and I actually do have a bit of an eccentric side in my wardrobe...so I knew whatever she came up with, I would love and wear.

Now...imagine my delight when this is what I found inside the box...

I have been staring at it all afternoon {when I am not wearing it that is!}...makes cute decoration too...

The detailing is exquisite. I adore the lace over the sheet music...and the delicate millinery flower with a hint of green is so perfect...not to mention the amazing jewel! It fits my style perfectly...and I simply cannot wait to dress up an outfit with this perfect adornment...

Stephenie was so kind to throw in lots of other lovelies including some very beautiful printed images and this pretty set...

and while I think the cuff that I made for Stephenie pales in comparison...I will share it here as well...

She specified liking whites, creams, pale blues...and touches of pink.

I knew that she loved millinery flowers as well...and had this pretty velvet one from a previous swap given to me by Dawn...and thought it would fit perfectly with the delicate cream fabric and trims.

I added a vintage lace doily underneath it for some romance.

This was actually a fairly simple sewing project, as I recycled a button down shirt cuff from a favorite shirt that could no longer be worn {so it already had the button and button hole...not my work!}. I had to sew pleats to make it fit nicely around the wrist and added pretty trims to the top and bottom.

I do hope that you enjoy it Stephenie! You can read her post about the swap here.

And again...I cannot say thank you enough Stephenie...you truly are la crème de la crème as is my beautiful cuff...

Till next time...

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Hi Alice!
I just popped over from Stephenie's blog. I left there VERY jealous...and my question to myself was "how much more jealous can I be?"...
I'm not answering that right now. (pout pout) (tee hee)
What I will say is how BEAUTIFUL both cuffs are and you two are VERY talented!
I'm off to explore the rest of your beautiful blog~

Posted by: Jodie (everything vintage) | June 24, 2009 at 07:37 PM

WOW........its perfect! Just your style. You both got gorgeous cuffs......you are both so talented! I can see why you are doing the happy dance!

Posted by: Denise | June 24, 2009 at 07:44 PM

You both are very fortunate, talented ladies. I love both the cuffs and how fun for both of you to participate and receive such beautiful cuffs.
xo~Tracie

Posted by: Tracie~My Petite Maison | June 24, 2009 at 08:40 PM

These cuffs are both so beautiful. I would have a hard time taking them off, even to sleep.hehe You guys are amazing. Beyond words.
Oh yeah, I do swear when I'm waiting for my blog pages to load. I didn't used to, but it has gotten beyond slow. My irooning board is next to the computer, so I iron while I'm waiting. Does this mean I will be going around in wrinkly shirts?
Smiles,
June

Posted by: June | June 24, 2009 at 10:20 PM

Alice, first of all, the cuff you made for Steph is just GORGEOUS... you did an amazing job. I know she will treasure it. I can't wait to see it in person when I visit her. ;))

I was with Steph when she made your cuff and I just love it so much... thought it was so well suited to your taste. I love how she used that sheet music under the lace.

this was a fun swap! xoxo Heather

Posted by: Heather ~ Pretty Petals | June 24, 2009 at 11:18 PM

Ohmygoodness. Alice. BOTH of these cuffs are absolutely BREATHTAKING! The cuff she made for you is just. so. YOU....and I love the cuff your made for Steph as well...precious, I'm so very glad that you could use something I sent you too!!!! Beautiful sweet friend, just beautiful, xxoo, Dawn

Posted by: Dawn @ The Feathered Nest | June 24, 2009 at 11:23 PM

You girls are so TALENTED!!!! Both the cuffs are so gorgeous and I would give anything to have one!!!!! Lovely, lovely...... so much creativeness. How nice for each of you!!!
Hugs,
Margaret B

Posted by: Margaret Bouwmeester | June 25, 2009 at 12:41 AM

OH I adore them BOTH!!!! So funny this post because I have been making my own cuffs too! I love wearing them with my jean jacket. Bought more material because I want to make more, lol.
I am popping over to the other blog to look at it.

Hugs from Marian

Posted by: Marian | June 25, 2009 at 02:33 AM

Alice, I really do loooooove my cuff..You out did yourself...I can't believe it's a cuff from a shirt..How clever!!! Thank you for all the extra goodies...I just adore everything...I'm just so excited...
I'm glad you liked your cuff and extra goodies..I found making your cuff easy, because I'm always admiring your blog... I really enjoyed having you for a partner..What a fun swap...Thanks for all the kind things you said about me..
STephenie

Posted by: Stephenie | June 25, 2009 at 02:37 AM

Oh my godness!!! You are very very talented! I love all you made. All is a dream for me!!!!
Have a nice day

Posted by: bleudelavande | June 25, 2009 at 03:31 AM

I just read Stephenies' post. You both did an amazing job! Your photos are sooo beautiful. Nice to meet you.

Posted by: LiLi M. | June 25, 2009 at 04:49 AM

What beautiful cuffs you both created
Alison

Posted by: Alison Gibbs | June 25, 2009 at 06:34 AM

The cuff Stephanie made for you....is so you! And I just love the cuff you came up with all creamy and lacey...love it!

Posted by: Andrea - Faded Plains | June 25, 2009 at 10:36 AM

All I can say is that I am speechless! What absolutely gorgeous cuffs that you both made! I have been wanting to make one, but haven't actually sat down and tried yet. This inspires me to do that so hopefully I can get one made soon. I love the idea of using a recycled shirt cuff too.
Breathtaking...gorgeous...sublime...lovely...dare I do on and on...LOL
Blessings~

Posted by: Sandra Boothman | June 25, 2009 at 10:39 AM

Alice, Thanks for the welcome. Dawn has been so generous to me. I love your cuff and am glad you used a velvet flower! I make them using vintage molds and it is another great way to use them. Did you see them on my blog? I then went to your shop and bought a little treasure that I am sooooo excited to get. Your blog is wonderful I will be adding it to my favorites once I figure out how to add them. Yours is one that needs to be shared!
Kim

Posted by: Kimberly Kostka | June 25, 2009 at 11:15 AM

Two such lovely cuffs -- is it possible? What a wonderful swap!

Posted by: pamelajane | June 25, 2009 at 12:34 PM