Tuesday 6 May 2014

Toga party


It might seem like I only ever make clothes for my daughter, but look! Here's a lovely garment I whipped up for my son - just perfect for school, sports, parties, or any occasion you could name.

If you know your ancient Greek mythology you might recognise Hades, King of the Underworld. And if you really know your ancient Greek stuff, you might wonder about the authenticity of Hades' toga, not to mention the curtain-tie-belt, Crocs sandals and glittery crown... but for the purposes of the Grade 4 Mythology Day, the outfit was more than adequate.

Unfortunately Hades lasted only a couple of hours at school before developing a temperature (which I guess can happen when you wear a toga on a cold autumn day) and being taken home, via the school sick bay. Good thing I got my photos before school, hey?

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  1. Fantastic outfit. The Crocs look pretty authentic to me, at leats they weren't bright red with a Disney character on them! Sorry to hear about Hades taking ill.

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    1. Thank you! Fortunately I have managed to keep the Disney characters out of our wardrobes thus far. And I probably should have mentioned that those are MY crocs he's wearing... the boy has big feet.

      Happily, Hades is back in good health after a few days off school - which he thoroughly enjoyed :)

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  2. He's adorable! Super costume. Glad he is feeling better.

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    1. Thanks Christine, I do enjoy a bit of dressing up!

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  3. Great costume, our school seems to constantly have themed dress up days. He looks fab.

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    1. Thank you, Louise. Yes our school has them too - crazy hair day, house colours days etc. It's a nice change from school uniform :)

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  4. Spent a lovely time reading lots of your old posts. So impressed with your sewing it is great. I love Japanese pattern books too, so I shall keep checking in.

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    1. I'm so happy to hear that Louise! Glad you enjoyed my posts. See you again soon :)

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