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"Ethereal"

jdjola, member | January 6th, 20091 comment

This is a small collection of dresses i designed and made for my college graduation fashion show.

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1860's Silk Ensemble

alotofstitches, member | December 10th, 20084 comments

A delightful lady wanted me to create a new 1860's ensemble for her. We designed it together having been been influenced by photos, research and her likes & dislikes. 40 yds. of silk...

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Hand Painted Ultrasuede Journal

Sue_Bleiweiss, member | December 8th, 20081 comment

Hand painted ultrasuede journal. Painted with Lumeire paints. The journal closes with a black suede cord and has a cotton batik fabric lining. Inside there are 3 signatures made of a combination of...

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Shibori Design on Silk

jbertha, member | December 6th, 20081 comment

A simple form of Shibori using plastic, paint brush, straws, eye droppers, small cups, several colors of dye-na-flow, thread, string, 1 yard light weight silk fabric and kosher salt. Fold fabric in...

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Redondo and Hermosa

Laurel1982, member | December 3rd, 20086 comments

I loved this pattern by Studio Tantrum. I had to try it out on my daughter, it was fun to make, and she loves wearing it! I did it in all designer cotton, so it's really soft, but a huge pain to iron!

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Samplings of Weft Knit and Warp Knit Fabrics

Threads Magazine, editor | November 19th, 20081 comment

More examples of weft knit and warp knit fabrics:Take a look at a few common types of readily available knits.

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Master Class: More Great Fabric Manipulations

Threads Magazine, editor | November 18th, 2008

Raveling fabrics and cloth tubes can take your garments to a new embellishment level.

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Sources for Chic, New Eco Fabrics

Threads Magazine, editor | November 12th, 2008

Learn how to sew greener with these alternative fabrics.

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Fabric Printing with a Brayer

Threads Magazine, editor | November 9th, 2008

This easy-to-find graphic-arts tool makes textural design on fabric as simple as using a paint roller.

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A Figure-Flattering Tee

Threads Magazine, editor | November 8th, 2008

Learn how to make a custom-fit surplice top that elongates the body and slims the waist.

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Bias 101

Threads Magazine, editor | November 6th, 2008

Master the tricks of sewing bias-cut garments with a simple style and foolproof fabric.

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Yo-yos by the Hoopful

Threads Magazine, editor | November 5th, 2008

Learn how to turn your embroidery machine into a yo-yo assembly line.

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Fabric Shopping with a Pro

Threads Magazine, editor | November 4th, 2008

Simplify making decisions at the fabric store by systematically comparing swatches.

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Sheer Seams and Edges

Threads Magazine, editor | November 4th, 2008

A contemporary couturier shares techniques for making neat, narrow finishes on sheer and lightweight fabrics.

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Making Sense of Stabilizers

Threads Magazine, editor | November 3rd, 2008

Fabric stabilizers are rewriting the book on decorative sewing techniques, and new ones appear daily. Here's how to sort through the maze.

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Easy and Elegant Linen

Threads Magazine, editor | November 3rd, 2008

Linen does wrinkle, but once you get past that, you can start assessing its many charms. In this article Susan Khalje sings the praises of linen and explains how to get the most from this ancient fabric.

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Introducing Decorator Fabrics

Threads Magazine, editor | November 3rd, 2008

There's an astounding fabric source out there that most sewers don't know a thing about. Here's how to find it and shop it.

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A Primer on Sewing Knits

Threads Magazine, editor | November 3rd, 2008

A guide for easy-to-make knit garments that look like ready-to-wear

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Video: Straightening the Grain On Fluid Fabrics

Threads Magazine, editor | November 2nd, 2008

Before cutting, the crossgrain and the lengthwise grain need to be ruler straight. In this video, fashion designer Sarah Veblen demonstrates the technique.

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