| Pattern Review | 5/30/11 1:51 AM |
Vogue Patterns - 7819 CHILDREN'S JACKET AND DRESS
This is my second go-round with this pattern. I used it before as the base for a Princess Tiana Costume. This time around I was making two flower girl dresses for my sister's wedding. Only minimal changes with these dresses.
Fabric Used
Body: Ivory poly satin from Fabric.com. Good weight and...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 12/16/10 3:39 AM |
Simplicity - 5366 Western Shirt/Vest Mens Boys
NOTE: This pattern was used as the basis for a costume. There were a lot of modifications, so it is not a traditional review of the pattern.
We like to do themed Halloween costumes and we came up with Toy Story for the 3 of us. My daughter was thrilled to be Jesse, and my husband was Woody. (I ...more... |
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Sewing Machine Review |
11/1/10 9:17 PM |
Brother - CS-6000i
Having grown up sewing on old relics that either didn't have basic features like a back stitch or were badly in need of servicing, this machine has been a dream! Love the auto threader, drop-in bobbin and how easy it is to thread. The walking foot and one-step button hole feature are very cool too...more... |
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| Notion Review | 10/28/10 3:49 PM |
Other - Creative Sewing Solutions 1/8" Rolled Hem Foot
What is this notion used for?
This foot is used to make a nice 1/8" finished hem on medium to lightweight fabrics.
Did you get your money's worth after the purchase?
Definitely! I used this on a costume I was making from a flower girl dress pattern. I was not up for pressing, stitching, and trim...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 10/28/10 11:01 AM |
Vogue Patterns - 7819 CHILDREN'S JACKET AND DRESS
After we saw the movie, the Princess and the Frog, my daughter decided she wanted to be Princess Tiana for Halloween. Since a licensed pattern wasn't available, I decided to tackle the project myself. Tiana's bayou wedding dress was a very full bell shape. I chose this pattern since it most close...more... |
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