Tag Archives: News

Update: Doll Portfolio

Posted on December 8, 2013 by

I just updated my portfolio, so you can see most of the doll clothes I’ve designed and sewn over the last year. I changed the format a little, so there’s better descriptions of each outfit. I added a list of … Continue reading →

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Gene’s Empire Ballgown

Posted on November 14, 2013 by

Follow along as I create an empire-waisted ballgown for Gene Marshall, a 15.5″ fashion doll. The original design includes a matching petticoat and shawl. Gene’s Empire Ballgown: A Sewing Diary Enjoy!

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The Phantom of the Opera in Miniature: Hannibal Ballet Costume

Posted on September 18, 2013 by

This new sewing diary chronicles the making of the Hannibal Ballet Costume, one in a series of doll-sized costumes inspired by Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical, The Phantom of the Opera. Sewing Diary—The Phantom of the Opera in Miniature: Hannibal Ballet … 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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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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Hand-Dyed Lace

Posted on February 24, 2013 by

Have you ever wanted lace that matches your project? In this two-part tutorial, you’ll learn the secrets to successfully dyeing Venetian lace and lace appliques. Create watercolor ombré effects, make your lace look antique, or hand-dye appliques for pieces that … Continue reading →

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Basic Hand Sewing

Posted on February 21, 2013 by

Almost every sewing project requires some hand sewing, whether it’s stitching a hem, attaching snaps or hooks & eyes, or finishing raw seam allowances. In this new tutorial, you’ll learn everything you need to get started. Includes an illustrated glossary … Continue reading →

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Yesterday’s Thimble at deviantART

Posted on February 9, 2013 by

As part of our efforts to expand Yesterday’s Thimble, I’m proud to announce that we’ve opened a deviantART account. To those who aren’t familiar with deviantART, it’s a massive artistic outlet where members can post their drawings, paintings, photographs, and … Continue reading →

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Croquis: Fashion Sketches

Posted on December 9, 2012 by

Have you ever thought about making your own fashion sketches? Being able to draw a basic fashion sketch comes in useful when you’re designing your own garments, whether they’re modern or historical. In this new two-part tutorial, we’ll demonstrate the … Continue reading →

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Ruffler Attachment Foot Revisions

Posted on November 11, 2012 by

Today I realized I’d made a pretty big mistake when writing the article on how to use a ruffler attachment foot. I confused the two control adjusters, mixing up which one does what. This is now fixed, and as a … Continue reading →

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