Scalloped Apples

I do not do well in the direct sunlight (just call me a vampire).  Long ago, I gave up on the idea of looking bronzed by the sun – a few attempts as a child only led to lobster-colored skin and a couple of really bad burns.  Have you ever had a sunburned scalp?  If not, I suggest you avoid it at all costs.

My mom and I attended the Marin Symphony’s Waterfront Pops Concert last weekend, which was the perfect event to debut my Fall for Cotton top.  With the addition of an umbrella to shield my pasty skin, along with multiple layers of sunscreen, I made it through the day unscathed by that ball of fire in the sky!

And once the sun went down, I could focus on the beautiful music.  Hopefully the event will be an annual one!

Simplicity 1644 was the design I initially had in mind for my latest Britex project.  And since the pattern was out, and I knew I was going to “need” something new to wear to the event, a quick little cotton blouse was just the ticket.

I love my apple skirt, and have been meaning to make a matching top with the leftover fabric for some time.  The scallops were too much of a design coincidence to ignore!

Just like the skirt, I used some contrasting red and white cotton gingham for the facings.  And while the instructions include inserting shoulder pads, my cotton was crisp enough to stand out on its own.

I just wish I had made the top earlier this year so it got more of a workout during the summer months!

Top:  Made by me, Simplicity 1644

Skirt:  Made by me, Spadea 1149

Shoes:  Miz Mooz

Necklace:  Rafael Jewelers