, Author at Adrienne M Nixon

Maxi Wrap Dress

I absolutely LOVE wrap dresses. Add that to my love for maxi dresses and the maxi wrap dress is a no brainer. I made this black one last year and it got a LOT of wear. I knew I needed a printed one (or two) in my...

Marsala Draped Coat

, DIY, Sewing & Fashion , 8 Comments

I look forward to Pantone announcing the color of the year EVERY year. I'm always aware of the trends, but I'm not defined by them. I was excited to see that Marsala was the color of the year because it's just burgundy/maroon and that is...

Little Red Dress

, DIY, Sewing & Fashion , 20 Comments

There is nothing more classic than a little red dress. I made a red dress last year that I fell in love with. I needed a "new" dress for my anniversary so I made this one. Too bad I couldn't save it for my anniversary. It is...

Tailored in Glacier Gray

, DIY, Sewing & Fashion , 27 Comments

Nothing like starting the new year off in a perfectly tailored glacier gray dress. I absolutely love the gift that God has given me and I'm blessed that I can share that gift with you. I fell in love with the color Gray last year and it has...

Organize your 2015!

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Happy New Year guys!!! I decided to share these old links to help you organize your 2015. I hope they help! Here is a YouTube video I did early last year about balance. I always want to do better with YouTube and just slack off. Who knows...

Interview with my college daughter Part 2

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You guys loved the first interview I posted with Jaelyn. Here is part 2 now that she has finished her first semester of college :) FinessV asked: Question for Jaelyn: When I was in school, all we had was one cafeteria and no fast food options (except...

2014 Sewing WrapUp!

, DIY, Sewing & Fashion , 18 Comments

It's that time. Can't believe the year is almost over. Here is a link to my 2013 Sewing WrapUp. Last year was fun lol. You can see ALL the garments I've sewn by clicking HERE. I didn't have many items that would fall under the category of "why...

2014 Yearly Wrap-up

, Faith, Lifestyle , 4 Comments

Every year I highlight the year. So if you are new to the blog have a look at my 2014 Yearly Wrap up and if you missed the 2013 wrap up you can read that HERE. My favorite Soul Food Entry We celebrated our 17th Wedding Anniversary! I merged my...

Journal Winner(s)

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Congrats to Neauxlah, Joyce in NC and NonSuperwoman! Email me (essentialsbya@gmail.com) your mailing address so I can get them out to you all before the new year! ...

Pink Pleated Skirt

, DIY, Sewing & Fashion , 7 Comments

Can you believe it's almost Christmas!? This year has gone by so fast it's kind of amazing! I was going through my fabric stash and ran across this gorgeous Pink Silk Dupoini. How fabulous is it as a pink pleated skirt!? I love how this fabric holds...

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