OOTD- On a Safari

I hope you guys have a fabulous weekend. I will be going on a safari this weekend. You see I already have the vest, my hat is waiting nearby, there's an SUV ready to go (nevermind that it isn't mine, minor details) and I have reading material ready. Now I just need a flight to maybe Kenya, some rugged boots and time off.

Actually, my weekend will more likely involve this:

My honey and I went to Ikea last Sunday, I spotted this little baby and he was wonderful enough to buy it for me. I've been thinking about getting a sewing machine for awhile, but with a lack of proper space and a fear of it sitting going unused, I put it off for another day. Not anymore!! So hopefully, I will be victorious in producing a skirt that is wearable by the time the weekend comes to an end. It might have some stitching that isn't exactly in a straight line, but if I can put it on and not be embarrassed by the results, I'll be a happy camper. :)

Do you  have any exciting weekend plans? Do you sew or think about sewing your own clothes?

Outfit Details:

Vest- Old Navy (this year's version here)

Chambray shirt- J.Crew outlet (alternative here, cool alternative here, polka dot option here)

Lilac skirt- Forever 21 (dark purple alternative here)

Colorblock flats- Shoemint (cute wedge alternative here, flat alternative here)

Brown belt- thrifted

Brown quilted handbag- Rebecca Minkoff "Quilted Affair" (similar here and here)

Get your own sewing machine here, mini version here, regular size version here