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Professional Sewing Techniques for Designers
Thursday’s Book Review Professional Sewing Techniques for Designers by Julie Cole & Sharon Czachor Rating 5 stars = Shiny! Description A sewing manual that is anything but basic! While expensive, this book is worth every penny if you’re an aspiring … Continue reading
Green Dotted Dress
Wednesday’s Project Green Dotted Dress This dress began when I fell in love with a dotted cotton print from Jo~Ann’s. It was cream with shades of aqua, teal, lime green, and a very dark green. The fabric was just so … Continue reading
Easy Peasy Gathering
Tuesday’s Tips & Tricks: Easy Peasy Gathering There are several methods available for gathering fabric. The method we’ll discuss today is gathering with a cord. Until recently, I’d never used this technique. While writing an article that required an overview … Continue reading
Ideals Through the Ages
Monday’s Mish-Mash Ideals Through the Ages (Warning: This post contains images of classic art. If you’re allergic to the unclothed female body, please turn away now!) It’s interesting how much you can learn about history from paintings of nude or … Continue reading
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Tagged 18th Century, Medieval, Monday, Renaissance, Victorian
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Miniature Wedding Gown
Sunday’s Someday Project Miniature Wedding Gown A long time ago I had the idea to make and sell doll-sized replicas of wedding gowns, creating fashion dolls that resemble the bride. The idea never panned out, but I always wanted to … Continue reading
Welcome to Yesterday’s Thimble!
I am now retired from teaching sewing classes, but not from writing. This website is designed to help beginner and more advanced sewists alike! Sewing Basics Tutorials Articles Sewing Diaries You’ll find help with basic sewing, along with historical costuming and cosplay, home decor, … Continue reading