Project Details:Pattern: Simplicity 2440, View ADescription: Misses'/Miss Petite Dress sewing pattern in three lengths with skirt variations. Separate patterns included for B, C, D, cup sizes. Fit For Petite.Pattern Sizing: 4 - 20. I cut the 4 and blended it out to the size 10.Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, it...
I'm currently working on a slightly modified version of Simplicity 2440, View A. These are the fabrics that Amber picked from Hancock Fabrics. I completed the bodice (late) last night. I'll do the skirt and the organza flowers today. Pictures to come this weekend! ...
This is what I wore today. The dress is Vogue 8379 and the shoes are Tahari 'Becky' wedges.There was a question posed to me by one of the readers as to what I wear day-to-day. Well, since I sew 90% of my wardrobe, I found that odd. It's not like I sew formal wear, so I was thrown that anyone would think I...
Here a few of the new Vogue Patterns for Summer!Two BEAUTIFUL dresses from one of my favorite designers -- Kay Unger!1182The portrait collar on this one is beautiful! This dress retails for $300 at Nordstrom. I may not make this anytime soon, but this is a must have for my pattern collection. You just never know when you'll have a need for a...
Spring is in the air! It was a gorgeous 70 degrees today! So I'm not in full-blown spring-sewing mode! According to magazines and fashion experts, jumpsuits and rompers (which are not for me) have become a must have attire for every women’s wardrobe. Best feature of this piece of clothing is that it can be worn by person of any size as these...
This is my contribution to the gray trend for Spring 2010! Project Details: Pattern: Vogue 1159Description: Fitted, above mid-knee length dress has front pleated at back dropped shoulder, crossed fronts forming drape effect, lined skirt and topstitched seams.Pattern Sizing: 8 - 22. I cut the 16.Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? I...
I had been wanting to attend the Original Sewing & Quilt Expo, but hadn't had the opportunity. It totally slipped my mind last year and before I knew it, it had come and gone. So this year, I made it my business to be in attendance. It's held in the Atlanta Metro Area -- Duluth at the Gwinnett Center, which made it just...
Project Details: Pattern: Butterick 5284, View A Description: Shirts A, B, C, D have front band, collar, collar band and sleeve variations. A: self-double ruffles and cuff with slit. B: flounce, front and back darts. B, C, D: gathered sleeves with continuous lap and cuff. C: front panel with tucks. D: front and back darts, ribbon sash. Pattern Sizing: 8 - 22. I...
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