Hello Everyone,
And welcome to my crazy world!  I just got back from Tulsa – the group there is delightful!  I got the full Tulsa experience, tornadoes and all!  We are this close (picture my thumb and pointer about a half an inch apart) to moving in to our new home!  The best thing, other than my sewing studio, is a DISHWASHER!  I didn’t realize how much time I would be spending on washing dishes here (when I could have been sewing!).  Looks like we will be moving in early April, right after I get back from visiting grandson #3 in San Diego.  Lots of last minute details to attend to, but it will be wonderful in the end!  My sewing room is nice and spacious.  I will have room for sewing friends and classes.  I have an idea of how it will be set up, but I want to ‘live’ in it for a couple of weeks, before I make any final decisions.

Hot off the press is the information brochure for my August school – Heirloom Atelier.  This year we are making a classic yoke style dress with Swiss edging, a cute bolero style jacket, and a Liberty accented sleeveless dress.  The Bonus day is focused on Luxury Petite Essentials.  See below for more information and pictures of these delightful projects.  Our Alum pre-registration will end on March 31, and then we will open up registration for all.  Dates are August  Fri-Sun, 14 – 16. with the Bonus class, Luxury Petite Essentials, on Monday, August 17.  If there is enough interest, I will open a 2nd session, Tue – Thur, Aug 18-20. Bonus Day class will stay the same.  If you are interested in receiving more information, along with the registration form, please email me at vaune@vaune.com and I will email you a copy.

     A timeless treasure for your little one, this charming blue dress is designed with elegance and sweet detail in mind. Crafted in a soft, fine fabric, it features delicate pleated puff sleeves that create a gentle, storybook silhouette. The bodice is beautifully adorned with fine tucks accented by exquisite Swiss scalloped embroidery, adding texture and heirloom-inspired artistry.

                                                                                                           

 

     To top off the look, add a light summer jacket, created from a soft Houndstooth pattern.  The jacket’s round neckline accents the dress’s Peter Pan collar, and the crossover sleeves add a touch of flair.  Perfect for special occasions or cherished everyday moments, this dress blends classic lines with European grace, making it a piece to be loved and remembered.

                                                                                                         

     A timeless silhouette with a charming touch of heritage detail, this sleeveless dress is beautifully accented with classic Liberty of London fabric. The delicate floral print highlights the collar, piping, and armholes, adding a refined contrast to the clean lines of the design. Covered buttons in matching Liberty fabric trail gracefully down the front, creating a cohesive and thoughtfully finished look.  A separate waistband defines the silhouette, offering gentle structure while maintaining an effortless feel.

Bonus Day Class:   “Luxury Petite Essentials”

     Wrap your little one in heirloom-quality softness with our baby burp cloths, bibs, and receiving blankets—thoughtfully crafted from luxurious Cashmere cotton and iconic Liberty of London Tana Lawn.  When working with these fabrics, the beauty isn’t just in the fabric, it’s in knowing how to finish it.  A key skill in refined sewing is understanding that not every bias technique fits every project. The right finish depends on fabric weight, curve shape, stress points, laundering needs, and the overall look you want to achieve. Mastery comes from knowing how to choose wisely.  We will be working with several bias techniques that are not only beautiful, they prevent fraying, allow gentle stretch along curves, and stand up to repeated laundering, making them ideal for baby essentials that are used and loved daily.  The result is a collection that feels timeless, refined, and practical: soft enough for cuddles, durable enough for real life, and detailed enough to become keepsakes.  Even the smallest essentials deserve exceptional craftsmanship!

Email me for more info!  vaune@vaune.com

A couple of little peaks – here is the island and desk area in the kitchen.

 

Studio – they were using it to paint the door frames.  That is finished, and the floor has been laid.  We went out this morning and marked the floor where the electrical outlets will be.  I will have my sewing cabinet at the far end (where the ladders are), and then 2 more sewing tables that can hold a couple of machines each…….

More soon!

Happy Stitching,

Vaune