I went to see Moonrise Kingdom today! It was SO GOOD. I don't really know what to say about it, cos if you're familiar with Anderson's films then you know what to expect. My favourite scene was probably when they dance on the beach in their underwear to Francoise Hardy, it's really sweet and awkward. It perfectly captures that period of time when you're beginning to mature emotionally, and you have all these feelings, about which you're unable to articulate, or unsure what to do with...
And then there's the costumes and the soundtrack and the dialogue and all those familiar Andersonian tropes and um, did I mention it's SO GOOD?! Just go see it, ok?
I've got all Wes Anderson's films on dvd but this is the first I've ever seen on the big screen. I was really surprised actually, to find that it was showing in my local Cineworld, as they usually only show shitty blockbusters that are guaranteed to make millions. There was only about eight of us watching it though.
I also went to see Lena Dunham's Tiny Furniture last night, where there was only six people in the theatre, which was a shame. I really enjoyed it, though most of the characters were pretty contemptible.
I also bought a nice shift dress pattern today and have made about half a dress. Since joining a sewing class I feel much more confident in my skills and less intimidated when confronted by a pattern, though that doesn't stop me from going wrong at every available opportunity. Anywhoooo I'll do a proper post on it when I'm finished. I'll leave you now with some pretty pictures...
Showing posts with label sewing class. Show all posts
Showing posts with label sewing class. Show all posts
Saturday, 26 May 2012
Friday, 4 May 2012
I just wanna puke on the stereo
Today I made another detachable collar. I actually made it this time, rather than hacking one off a shirt and customizing it. I think it turned out well, though I still have to add a fastening and the seams are a tad wonky but whatever.
I've recently started on a sewing course; so far we've learnt how to put zips in, sew button holes and create gathers. We're about to start making a simple skirt and I've bought this really lovely soft faux-suede fabric for it. It's super exciting!
It's also the dog's dinner time, so she's been staring at me for AGES.
"It's such a crazy, crazy feelin', I get weak in the knees, my poor old head is a-reelin'....."
I've recently started on a sewing course; so far we've learnt how to put zips in, sew button holes and create gathers. We're about to start making a simple skirt and I've bought this really lovely soft faux-suede fabric for it. It's super exciting!
It's also the dog's dinner time, so she's been staring at me for AGES.
"It's such a crazy, crazy feelin', I get weak in the knees, my poor old head is a-reelin'....."
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