Archive | March, 2011
Presenting the next pattern… the Crescent Skirt!

Presenting the next pattern… the Crescent Skirt!

By on March 7, 2011 in Patterns

I’m thrilled to introduce the next pattern from Sewaholic Patterns: the Crescent Skirt! It’s a fantastic gathered skirt, that’s both flattering to wear and easy to sew! Here’s the envelope front: And here’s the finished skirt! This is View B, the fully gathered skirt in the shorter length, with optional trim added along the yoke [...]

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And the 300 Follower Giveaway Winner is…

And the 300 Follower Giveaway Winner is…

By on March 4, 2011 in Inspiration and Everything Else

Happy Friday, everyone! Aren’t you glad it’s the weekend? Today I’m announcing the winner of the 300 Follower Giveaway. Stop in and see if it’s you!

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Simplicity 5669: Tartan Plaid Cape, Finished!

Simplicity 5669: Tartan Plaid Cape, Finished!

By on March 3, 2011 in Finished Sewing Projects, Projects

I finished the cape! Here are some photos of the finished Tartan Plaid Cape, made from a vintage pattern from 1964, Simplicity 5669. It’s cosy, warm, and feels fun to wear – like the best mix of comfortable and dramatic. What do you think? I had a hard time styling this cape, mostly because I [...]

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How to Sew On a Button

How to Sew On a Button

By on March 2, 2011 in Projects, Tips, Work in Progress

Using the Tartan Plaid Cape as an example, let me show you how to sew on a button! It’s the ‘joke’ task, when people talk about not knowing how to sew, they say they can’t even sew on a button. It’s amazing that people will throw out perfectly good suits, coats, and trousers, all because [...]

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Why I haven’t signed up for Me-Made-March

Why I haven’t signed up for Me-Made-March

By on March 1, 2011 in Inspiration and Everything Else

If you’ve been reading sewing blogs lately, you may know that the fearless and talented Zoe of ‘So, Zo’ is leading another Me-Made challenge! Starting in the month of March, participants pledge to wear ONLY handmade items, at least ONE handmade item, or a combination of handmade, thrifted and refashioned items. At last check, over [...]

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