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Twin Spruce Dress: Inside Out

Twin Spruce Dress: Inside Out

By on October 26, 2010 in Finished Sewing Projects, Projects

I had a few requests to see the inside of the Twin Spruce Dress, so here are some inside-out shots! It’s like school – ‘Show your work, Tasia!’ Although I agree, there are so many pretty projects on the internet, with beautiful photos, and sometimes I’m curious see how it all came together on the [...]

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Twin Spruce Dress: Simplicity 3965

Twin Spruce Dress: Simplicity 3965

By on October 21, 2010 in Finished Sewing Projects, Projects

I’m really, really happy with this one! All of the hard work and extra care I took while making this dress has paid off – it fits wonderfully, it’s soft and comfortable to wear, and it’s beautifully made! (If I do say so myself.) Here’s the finished dress – what do you think? I’ve named [...]

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Finishing Simplicity 3965

Finishing Simplicity 3965

By on October 20, 2010 in Work in Progress

Ok, enough daydreaming about sewing tools and sewing books under the Christmas tree – and back to the Simplicity vintage dress! If you’re just joining this series of posts, here are the first few posts: This is what the muslin is for! How to make a muslin for a dress bodice Altering the Dress Bodice: [...]

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Using Stay Tape on Necklines and Seams

Using Stay Tape on Necklines and Seams

By on October 15, 2010 in Tips, Work in Progress

Stay tape is applied to necklines and other garment edges to stabilize and support them, avoiding the dreaded stretched-out gaping neckline! Stay tape also prevents shoulder seams from stretching out as well. I picked this up at Fabricana’s last half-price notions sale, figuring it would come in handy. And look, it did! For this dress [...]

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Mr Sewaholic’s Christmas Shirt: Pattern Picked!

Mr Sewaholic’s Christmas Shirt: Pattern Picked!

By on October 14, 2010 in Work in Progress

Yay! I’ve picked up a pattern for Mr Sewaholic’s Christmas shirt. In case you’re just catching up, I’m planning to make Christmas gifts this year, starting with a very special handmade shirt for my guy. (Click here to read my post about gifts and the great comments in response!) It’s not a surprise, he does [...]

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How To Underline A Dress Bodice

How To Underline A Dress Bodice

By on October 13, 2010 in Tips, Work in Progress

I knew underlining existed, but never understood the need for it unless you’re working with sheer fabrics. After reading Couture Sewing Techniques, I learned that most couture garments are underlined, but most aren’t lined! I was surprised – wouldn’t you rather line something and hide all of the construction details? It was an interesting and [...]

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