I'd like to introduce you to the newest addition to my outerwear family: the maids' cape. I'd like to imagine that it belonged to a maid at a large mansion somewhere in Scotland (because Scotland is cool) where the owner of the house insisted on adorable matching uniforms. In actual fact the brand provide uniforms for hospitals and factories and have been doing so for over 100 years. When I wear it I feel unlike both these things and more like a small child off to school, especially with the hood up. Navy and red were colours I had to wear as part of school uniform so the connection is further enforced. It's woollen and the lining is too, I found it at Geranium Shop For The Blind, a shop I don't usually check but I'm so glad I did.
Speaking of capes, I'm almost done with my handmade one. I've just got one last seam to hand stitch and then a lot of basting to undo. My head is swimming with new sewing ideas and I can't wait to get started. It'll probably have to wait until next weekend or maybe even the Christmas holidays. This time of year is such a busy time! I've been thinking of making some handmade gifts too, but shh, no spoilers!
cape//
thrifted from Geranium Shop For The Blind shirt, bag and shoes//
thrifted from oxfam pinafore//
Dahlia tights
//gift
