Short skirts

I have always wanted to learn a skill, something I can rely on in the future when I’m too old to work in a private sector. As I’ve always harboured the desire to be in the fashion industry, hence I’ve opted for sewing since I’m poor in drawing. I managed to find a school in the Yellow Pages, Italy Fashion & Dressmaking Institute which is located in S.E.A Park. The principle, Madam Pang, was trained in Italy, which really impressed me.


There are 3 levels to complete i.e. Beginner’s stage, Intermediate and Advance. I started taking the lesson in April 2006 as a Beginner. During this time, I was thought how to measure and draw basic blocks in miniature sizes, subsequently upgrade to measuring and drawing simple blocks of some patterns for myself.

My first assignment was to measure, draw and sew a skirt. I chose 2 patterns i.e. pleats by the side and box design, both short skirts.

The end result:-
Top brown colour: pleats by the side, bottom teal colour: box skirt

Honestly, I have never used a sewing machine in my life before, thus I was very nervous sewing the first skirt. Luckily I had bought cotton materials for this assignment hence it was easy sewing it ;-)

Tissue box cover

This is the first crochet I've ever made and it was for my hubby, then boyfriend ;-) somewhere in the early 90's. The colour was supposed to match his first car, a Proton Saga. A good friend of mine, Miss Loke, thought me how to do it. She was a really patient teacher as I was a slow learner ;-) Furthermore, it was not as easy as it looked. Unfortunately, I can't remember how to do it and I didn't note down the pattern then so I can't share it here. Just for remembrance :-)

About nyc-nat

I used to make dozens of cross-stitches but I have given it all away.

Yes. All of it =.=

Hence it has prompted me to start this blog library, to record all my handicrafts, for remembrance. In the event that I do give it away, I would know who I have given it to ^.^

A worthwhile library for my handicrafts.