Tag Archives: Modern Garments

Dressmaking Course in 8 Easy Steps

Posted on April 5, 2012 by

Thursday’s Book Review: Dressmaking Course in 8 Easy Steps by Singer Rating 5 stars = Shiny Description This is a vintage 1961 dressmaking manual produced by Singer, as presented in their sewing centers. It promises just eight easy steps to … Continue reading →

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The Fashion Designer’s Directory of Shape & Style

Posted on June 9, 2011 by

Thursday’s Book Review: The Fashion Designer’s Directory of Shape and Style by Simon Travers-Spencer & Zarida Zaman Rating 4 stars = Satisfactory Description A visual guide to the main aspects of fashion design. This book includes a myriad of mix-and-match … Continue reading →

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Guard Your Lingerie!

Posted on May 31, 2011 by

Tuesday’s Tips & Tricks Guard Your Lingerie! We’ve all had a blouse or dress whose neckline simply wouldn’t stay in place. Every time it shifts, your bra straps peek out, causing embarrassment and awkwardness. What can be done? Well, you … Continue reading →

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Sewing 911

Posted on March 31, 2011 by

Thursday’s Book Review Sewing 911: Practical and Creative Rescues for Sewing Emergencies by Barbara Deckert Rating 4 stars = Satisfactory Description A self-help guide to fixing all sorts of sewing mishaps and accidents. It gives 280 tricks for mending things … Continue reading →

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Portfolio

Posted on March 9, 2011 by

For those who’d like to take a quick look at the things I’ve sewed recently, I’ve added a portfolio. It contains Doll Clothes, Modern Garments, and Historic Costumes. Enjoy!

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Fit For Real People

Posted on March 3, 2011 by

Thursday’s Book Review Fit For Real People: Sew Great Clothes Using Any Pattern! by Pati Palmer & Marta Alto Rating 5 stars = Shiny! Description A book that digs deeply into the mechanics of properly fitting garments. It breaks down … Continue reading →

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Business-Casual Blouses

Posted on February 27, 2011 by

Sunday’s Someday Project Business-Casual Blouses I’ve recently realized the shortage of business-suitable attire in my wardrobe. I’ve already discussed my plans to make a couple of blazer-style jackets, but for warmer weather I’m going to need some lightweight blouses to … Continue reading →

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Slate Blue Blazer

Posted on February 13, 2011 by

Sunday’s Someday Projects Slate Blue Blazer I recently finished a brown corduroy skirt which is embroidered with slate blue flowers. My original idea was to pair the skirt with a matching slate blue jacket.

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Professional Sewing Techniques for Designers

Posted on January 27, 2011 by

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 →

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Green Dotted Dress

Posted on January 26, 2011 by

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 →

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