| Sewing Tip | 7/2/10 4:57 PM |
couching along the edge with solvy jump squares
When couching a piece of cord, thick thread or yarn along an edge to outline it the ends of both the fabric and the cord can sometimes get sucked down into the machine under the needle. It is particularly problematic on corners or pointed ends. Putting a two inch square of water soluble stablizer un...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 7/1/10 8:07 AM |
Self Drafted Pattern - 117833-1004 sculpting with flat knits
I must start with my usual intro ... an apology for not being succinct. I am a detail oriented person ... and sometimes that takes time! I'm trying to invite you into the creative process and go through the evolution of this design. I do explain some of the sewing process as well ... after all, th...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 9/29/09 7:10 PM |
McCall's - 5478
Pattern Description: This short fitted jacket has a portrait collar, something that gives it a decidedly feminine look. It is lined and has three different sleeve options, long flared, three-quarter length and a sleeve with a flared sleeve that ends in an elasticized casing at the wrist. It closes w...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 9/12/09 10:32 AM |
Vogue Patterns - 2925
Vogue 2925 is a popular pattern and for good reason. Each of the four garments is quite lovely and has just enough style to be better than basic. I recommend this pattern but I must add that it is out of print. Vogue still makes it available on the web site but you have to pay full price.
I made th...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 9/30/08 3:35 PM |
Self Drafted Pattern - 117833-1003 Basic Bag; plain or fancy
What I loved about this contest was the idea that I could put some of my old scrap materials into good use. I have a lot of upholstery fabric scraps which beg to be put to good use. Many of them are really too small to make much of anything but there are some exquisite ones, too many for a lifetime...more... |
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