|
|
| Pattern Review | 8/30/10 9:44 PM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 12-2008-131 Jacket
Tank Top reviewed here
Pattern Description: This jacket (which I'm sorry I can't link to on the new Burda website) is a simple jacket a single closure.
Pattern Sizing: 44-52
The thought behind this project: I had finished the lace class here on PR and wanted a way to show off some lace. I kne...more... |
| 7 comments |
| |
| Pattern Review | 8/30/10 9:23 PM | Butterick - 4986 Misses' Top & Camisole
Jacket reviewed here
The short of it: I needed a simple, woven tank top pattern for my grand project of a silk and lace "twin set." Instead of buying a new pattern, I flipped through my patterns, and thought the one for the twist top that so many folks have would be good. It was.
The thought b...more... |
| 3 comments |
| |
| Book Review | 12/28/09 9:32 PM | Strips and Strings: 16 Sparkling Quilts
Book Index/Chapter headings
Introduction and Quiltmaking Basics: covers, well, the basics: fabric selection and care, rotary cutting, machine piecing, string piecing and fusible-web applique. The directions are clear. I think a beginner would be fine with this but, as Sloppy herself says, making b...more... |
| 4 comments |
| |
| Pattern Review | 9/15/09 12:45 PM | BurdaStyle Magazine - 07-2009-135 Plus-Size Faux Wrap Dress
Pattern Description: "This delightful knee-nipping dress with wrapped-over front section could also present a seductive invitation to unwrap." Of course, since it's a faux wrap with a back zipper, that would be problematic
Pattern Sizing: 44-52.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern e...more... |
| 12 comments |
| |
| Fabric Glossary | 2/1/09 1:55 PM | Ballistic Nylon
Needle: I use a size 16 Jeans needle with good results
Thread: Upholstery thread works well for me.
Machine: A study machine is a must. Even with a sturdy machine, I use the handwheel to go over some bulky areas.
Stitch Length: Use a long (4mm stitch length).
Cutting: I use a rotary cut...more... |
| 1 comments |
| |
|
Conversations I am participating in
|
|
About Me
I started sewing in 2001 when I inherited my grandmother's sewing machine. Now I'm addicted. I teach full time, so I don't get to sew as much as I would like. When I do have time, I construct garme...more
 | my Blog |  | send me a PM |
| My Reviews |
| patterns: 40 |
| books: 5 |
| notions: 1 |
| tips: 3 |
| fabrics: 1 |
|
