Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Pearl & Lace Detachable Collar



The fashion trend for girlish detachable collars has only recently reached Singapore. I was shopping in Macau a few years back and had already seen them being sold there.

Since I had a stash of coral-hued faux pearls, some lace from some curtain fabric and felt cloth, I decide to try my hand at making one myself. It was the first time I attempted such beadwork and I imagine a strict handicraft teacher would have quite a lot to say about the crooked line of pearls and bits of exposed thread. It really makes me admire those skilful hands who can work magic on those intricate Peranakan beaded slippers!

Nevertheless, I was overall quite satisfied with my finished product! Now, to look for an outfit to wear this with...

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