This is just
a little peek at something I am working on. Usually I never give advance photos
because I may change my mind between now and completion and go into an entirely
different direction. But I’m excited about this next fashion idea and
thought it wouldn't hurt to post a quick pic. If you are following (and many
are) the time-travel, historical, romantic, television series, “Outlander” (based on the books written by Diana
Gabaldon) then you know the huge popularity of the artisanal chunky knit cowls worn
by the heroine, Claire Randal (played beautifully by Catriona
Balfe). (See http://www.showcase.ca/outlander
if you want more info.)
Over the
Christmas break, not wanting to miss a single minute with my family by
closeting myself in my sewing room, I decided to pick up my knitting needles
and try my hand at cowls for our dolls. I choose Tonner’s Cami for my first
model. I think she has that special “Claire” essence, but I intend not to
neglect our 12” girls as well. The challenge will be to design outfits to go
with them that reflect the rugged Scottish era in which the film is set, and
yet will be modern enough for the 2015 world.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
