Ideas for winter evening sewing!

As the nights draw in and the winter returns I need some colour to help me stay happy throughout those dark light starved months.The cultures of the cold parts of the world reflect this in their vibrant folk art and costume  Tales of dark forests,warm fires and hearty food are all part of survival through the lean and chilly season.

The Laps have this off to a fine art,love the swirling skirts.

 

The hemlines,belts and embellishment are so cheerful in the snow.

 

Fabulous textiles!

 

 

 

This is a glorious book from the British Museum which is available on Amazon.

The amazing variety of pattern and style is fascinating if you are into fabric, texture and colour.

Here is a nice idea for Christmas!

 

I love this and will have a go at making something similar. The shirt would be easy and would be lovely in a cosy red flannel or brushed cotton. The little bag is beautiful and out of my league I am afraid however Gudrun Sjoden has something similar this year in her winter collection.

This skirt would be easy,a dirndl with applique round the hem. I think a warm brushed cotton  would make cosy skirt

 

This would also be fairly simple,lovely embroidered  ribbon on the hem and shoulder straps. You could add a flouncy  flannel petticoat for extra warmth.

 

Another adaptable idea that could be fashioned from the dirndl with shoulder straps added.

All these clothes  need a sturdy pair of warm boots!

Well it is no good sitting here I should be cutting and sewing before jack frost nips at my toes. I hope you get a few ideas for warm and colourful clothes from these pictures. It has me inspired anyway!

Keep warm and jolly!