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Leather & Pearls/Giveaway!!!!

This is a story about Control
My Control
Control of what I say
Control of what I do
And this time, I'm gonna do things my way
I hope you enjoy this as much as I do
Are we ready? I AM
Cause it's all about Control and I've got Lots of it! -Janet Jackson

A lot easier than said sometimes, when we allow things from our past to control our present and potentially our future you can spiral out of control. So in my case I sew to stay in control and nothing says in control like some leather honey!!!

In this dress I felt all the things my blog stands for: Sassy Classy, Sexy, Period. I've had this pattern McCalls 7047 in my stash for quite some time, However when Mimi G did a tutorial for it, of course I had to have my own. I had tons of faux leather in my stash and couldn't wait to tackle it! I opted for no sleeves or peplum (peplums make your bottom look bigger and I don't need any help in that area...LOL) I also loved the train instead of the straight bottom. To complete the look I added some pearls and 2 different cocoon sweaters created using another Mimi G tutorial.

Now I have no idea where I'm gonna wear this little number, but I will be ready when I do!!



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Giveaway!!!!

My blog has reached over 4000 views in less than 2 months and I am sooooooooooo sew excited! So in honor of this milestone I will be gifting A pattern from my personal Mimi G for Simplicity collection!!! Mimi has been a huge inspiration to me and I would love to inspire someone else to get the bug!


 So in order to have a chance to win you have to 
1. follow me on IG @lawana_lavon
2. like my Tickled PInk : Sassy Classy Sexy Period page on FB
3. leave a comment below telling me why you would love to have one of these patterns

Can't wait to see what you guys have to say!!! I will announce the winner on Fridays blog post!!

Don't forget as always in parting
Keep it Sassy, Classy, Sexy Period.

Comments

  1. I opened Facebook and your smiling face was the first thing I saw! You look fabulous in this dress Lawana!

    Angelique Angel

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    1. Angelique thanks so much for all of your encouraging words...they mean a lot

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  2. Congrats on your blog Lawana! You are doing an amazing job. Awesome giveaway idea!! I would love to play with a MimiG blazer, coat, or jumpsuit pattern. I don't use many, but would live to see if its easier than self-drafting.

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    1. Thanks Tieraney!! I'm trying really hard...I self draft a little but I prefer patterns.

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  3. Congratulations!! I love faux leather you look gorgeous, that black and white cocoon sweater is my favorite. I'll love to win Mimi's new jumpsuit pattern or the coat pattern.

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  4. I already follow you! YOU ARE THE BOMB GIRL!!! I am so very happy for you and proud of you! Love the dress!!!

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    1. Thanks Dina! Waiting on you to join the blogging ranks!

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  5. Ms. Powell, I have been following you since day one on facebook and now you have branched out with your very own blog. Your resourcefulness, creativity and tenacity have been such an inspiration. I would like to win one of the patterns so we can rock out like Teiko and Mimi.

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  6. I want to mimic you. Love the blog.

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  7. Super proud of you ladies! Keep up the good work. I would love to have either the halter dress or the blazer to add to my collection. Been wanting those two. They are super fly!

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  8. Lawana, you look amazing! Honey, that black leather is killer. I LOVE the printed cocoon, and the pearls just set it OFF! Great job!

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  9. Lawana, you look amazing! Honey, that black leather is killer. I LOVE the printed cocoon, and the pearls just set it OFF! Great job!

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  10. Keep inspiring others with your story. Your clothing is beautiful as well. I look forward to seeing your creations.

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  11. You are amazing Great things are coming your way. I love the outfits. I'm so proud of you. Love Aunt Karen

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