Author Archives: Lisha Vidler

About Lisha Vidler

I am a sewing instructor living near Memphis, Tennessee.

Ivory Privacy Curtains

Posted on June 26, 2013 by

Wednesday’s Project: Ivory Privacy Curtain Our front door has a large glass window, which we need to keep covered for privacy. Until recently, we had a cafe rod mounted at the top of the window, draped with a sheet. Now, … Continue reading →

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Accommodating Bulk When Layering

Posted on June 18, 2013 by

Tuesday’s Tips & Tricks: Accommodating Bulk When Layering Accommodating bulk is something everyone knows about in theory, but you might not give it due consideration when sewing. I recently made a Victorian evening suit for a 16” fashion doll: trousers, … Continue reading →

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Crazy Quilt Pincushions

Posted on June 10, 2013 by

The author of the blog Ivory Blush Roses teaches how to make gorgeous pincushions using miniature crazy quilts. But first, you need to know how to make a crazy quilt. In the first half of this two-part article, you’ll learn … Continue reading →

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Eighteenth Century Embroidery Techniques

Posted on June 6, 2013 by

Thursday’s Book Review: Eighteenth Century Embroidery Techniques by Gail Marsh Rating 5 = Shiny

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Empire Ballgown for the Gene Doll

Posted on June 2, 2013 by

Sunday’s Someday Projects: Empire Ballgown for the Gene Doll I recently fell in love with and purchased an evening gown for the 15.5” Gene Marshall doll. It’s a textured copper chiffon with an empire-waist bodice and a princess-seamed skirt with … Continue reading →

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1913 Day and Evening Dresses

Posted on May 24, 2013 by

Friday’s Fashion Plate: 1913 Day and Evening Dresses Today we have two dresses from Journal Des Demoiselles, 1913.

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A-Z of Silk Ribbon Flowers

Posted on May 16, 2013 by

Thursday’s Book Review: A-Z of Silk Ribbon Flowers by Ann Cox Rating 4 = Satisfactory Description If you enjoy silk ribbon embroidery and specifically want to learn how to create flowers, this is the book for you.

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Pre-Washing Fabric & Trims

Posted on April 28, 2013 by

Why is it necessary to wash your fabrics before starting a new project? In this new tutorial, you’ll learn three reasons why you should always pre-wash your fabric and trims. You’ll also learn tips and tricks for hand-washing fabrics, pressing … Continue reading →

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Point d’Esprit

Posted on April 27, 2013 by

Saturday’s Stash of the Day: Point d’Esprit Point d’esprit (pronounced pwan deh-spree) is a finely woven net lace. Most often found in black or cream, it resembles a soft tulle, but with dots woven into the mesh. Because it comes … Continue reading →

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Boning Alternatives

Posted on April 9, 2013 by

Tuesday’s Tips & Tricks: Boning Alternatives Boning is a notion that can be used for many purposes. Corsets and bustiers come to mind first, but strapless bodices are often made with supportive boning, as well. If you’re making a garment … Continue reading →

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