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Cennetta Burwell
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craft interests: crochet, fashion, sewing

Member Since: 05/04/2010

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Copy That Trendy Top using Sandra Betzina's Vogue 8151

Dec 28, 2012

It's been a long time since I posted to the reader's closet.  But this is one I think is a good project to share with others.  I was able to copy my inspiration top using Sandra Betzina's Vogue...

The Stripe in the Jacket - Mc Call 6294

Feb 6, 2012
7 comments

Stripe Challenge Garment and Palmer/Pletsche contest entry. I wanted to share a few photos of my stripe challenge garment. Enjoy! Cennetta  

New Look Pleated Bodice Dress

Dec 19, 2011
10 comments

This is a recent dress made using New Look 6067.  I love the obi belt and the pleated bodice.  Very stylish dress for work or play.  More on how I made it on my...

S4356 - Faux Leather/Shearling Coat

Dec 19, 2011
7 comments

Two years ago, I started thinking about making a faux leather/shearling coat.  Well last weekend I finally made it.  It was a breeze, and I love results.  It's fashionable and...

Salvatore Ferragamo Inspired Coat - Simplicity 2812

Dec 1, 2011
5 comments

Black and white houndstooth is every where this fall.  I guess we can credit Salvatore Ferragamo for that.  The fabric was a gift and this fall I decided to go ahead with sewing it up.  It was...

New Look 6824 Summer Dress Sew Along

Sep 13, 2011
8 comments

This summer I participated in the Summer Dress Sew Along.  I decided to make a special dress.  A dress that included some special sewing techniques.  Susan Khalje's article in the May...

Cennetta's Passion - Vogue 1205

Jun 9, 2011
9 comments

This is my favorite dress of the season.  I used a knit from Joann's Fabric for the dress and an animal swimsuit knit for Hancock's.  I purchased the tricot lining from Vogue Fabrics in...

Cennetta's Passion - Vogue 1250

Jun 9, 2011
3 comments

This is one of several dresses that I made this spring (2011).  I call this the easiest dress ever.  Only three pieces that sewed up in two hours.  I plan to make it again.  Next...

Refashion - Fur and Leather

Feb 13, 2011
1 comment

One of my goals is to make something made of leather. This year that goal was met. The project was fun. It allowed me to experiment with refashioning two different materials. This was a very fun...

Cennetta's Passion

Jan 31, 2011
3 comments

This is my first dress made in 2011.  I used Simplicity 2282, Project Runway.  The fabric is from the Chicago Fabric Sales Company on Wabash (Chicago).  This is a double sided...

Cennetta's Passion

Jan 3, 2011
6 comments

These dresses were made by me using NL6824.  I wanted a new LBD; this is the result of that desire.  The fabric is from Vogue Fabrics on Roosevelt Rd in Chicago.


recent comments

Re: Pretty in White Shirt

Lovely shirt.

posted: 9:27 am on April 3rd  

Re: How to Reduce Collar Bulk

Excellent! I planning to make a few button down blouses this season. This will come in handy. It's also illustrated in Sandra Betzina's tool kit.

posted: 9:23 am on April 3rd  

Re: Striped Sweater Set

Well done, Diana. I am really into stripes for the past few years. Love the look of your ensemble.

posted: 7:11 pm on March 5th  

Re: Eggplant Dress

Nice dress. Congratulations!

posted: 7:08 pm on March 5th  

Re: The Faux Ruffled Tiered Skirt

This is a great looking skirt. I saw this in real life at the Saturday, March 2, 2013, Haute Couture Club meeting. One of our members showcase this skirt in "Sew and Share". Two snaps up, Rhonda.

posted: 7:06 pm on March 5th  

Re: Hanging On A Cliff, A Draped Dress

Love this dress.

posted: 1:34 pm on February 7th  

Re: Mimi's Fingerless Gloves

Nice.

posted: 11:42 am on October 8th  

Re: Blouse with Gold Top Stitching

Beautiful blouse. Great topstitching detail.

posted: 11:41 am on October 8th  

Re: The Geometric Dreams Jacket

Great looking jacket. Thanks for free pattern.

posted: 11:39 am on October 8th  

Re: Ladies Who Lunch

Outstanding! I saw it in person. Great looking bag to say the least.

posted: 3:01 pm on June 6th  

Re: How to Make a Lovely Pleated-Ribbon Trim

Excellent! Thank you.

posted: 4:00 pm on May 15th  

Re: Gorgeous Winter White Coat with Embroidery and Long Red Velveteen Gloves

Beautiful.

posted: 4:20 pm on March 15th  

Re: The Stripe in the Jacket - Mc Call 6294

Thanks so much, Grandcarr.

posted: 4:16 pm on March 15th  

Re: Boxy Cosmetic Bag

Love it. Super cute.

posted: 10:13 am on February 27th  

Re: New Look Pleated Bodice Dress

Thanks, ladies.

posted: 9:42 am on February 22nd  

Re: The Stripe in the Jacket - Mc Call 6294

Thanks, Sewista. I did win. Pati Palmer contacted me last Wednesday with the great news. Thanks again.
Cennetta

posted: 9:41 am on February 22nd  

Re: The Stripe in the Jacket - Mc Call 6294

Thanks, Maddle.

posted: 10:31 am on February 10th  

Re: How to Make Ribbon Trim

Wow! Thanks for posting this. It's a great way to embellish a garment.

posted: 11:06 am on February 6th  

Re: Felted Houndstooth Bag

Lovely bag. Thanks for sharing the details about how it's made.

posted: 11:03 am on January 24th  

Re: Hand Embroidery Tutorial

Beautiful bag.

posted: 11:01 am on January 24th  

Re: Party in Red

Absolutely gorgeous. Job well done.

posted: 10:58 am on January 24th  

Re: S4356 - Faux Leather/Shearling Coat

Good morning dolldivafunity,

This is actually my eleventh coat made: 7 for me; 3 for sisters; and 1 for my daughter.

Thanks,
Cennetta

posted: 11:10 am on January 3rd  

Re: Multi Color Tapestry Tote Bag

Pretty bag.

posted: 1:58 pm on December 29th  

Re: S4356 - Faux Leather/Shearling Coat

Thanks, ladies.

posted: 12:21 pm on December 29th  

Re: New Look Pleated Bodice Dress

Thanks, ladies.

posted: 12:21 pm on December 29th  

Re: New Look Pleated Bodice Dress

Sewista, Thanks. The belt is one of my favorite things about this outfit.

posted: 12:31 pm on December 21st  

Re: S4356 - Faux Leather/Shearling Coat

Thanks, MegY.

posted: 12:30 pm on December 21st  

Re: New Look Pleated Bodice Dress

Thanks, Andrea545.

posted: 9:04 pm on December 20th  

Re: My first jeans

Excellent job on the jeans.

posted: 8:16 pm on December 16th  

Re: Thistle Cottage Studio Hosts Jasmin Zorlu's Hatblocking Workshop

Excellent! Beautiful hats.

posted: 5:43 pm on December 16th  

Re: Leather and Lace

Beautiful bag. I really like the combination of leather and lace. Unique.

posted: 5:42 pm on December 16th  

Re: Palmer/Pletsch is Holding a Contest

I have used Palmer-Pletsch patterns for many years. My oldest pattern is from the 80's. I'm also a fan of their fitting books which have helped me fit other patterns. Here is a link to my flickr Palmer-Pletsch collection: http://www.flickr.com/photos/themahoganystylist/collections/72157628347656019/

Thanks,
Cennetta

posted: 12:58 pm on December 9th  

Re: Salvatore Ferragamo Inspired Coat - Simplicity 2812

Thanks, ladies. And please do stop by my blog. Comments and questions are welcome. Happy Sewing!
Cennetta

posted: 10:51 am on December 9th  

Re: Creating a Minifacing

Excellent tutorial. Thanks, Ms. Khalje.

posted: 9:44 am on December 6th  

Re: Gifts for Sewers - A Gift Guide to the Holidays

Great gift ideas. I see at least five I would like to have.

posted: 5:45 pm on November 28th  

Re: New Look 6824 Summer Dress Sew Along

Thanks, ladies.

Beatriz cac - I will complete the survey.

Thanks again,
Cennetta

posted: 8:00 am on September 28th  

Re: New Look 6824 Summer Dress Sew Along

Thanks ladies.

posted: 9:26 am on September 14th  

Re: Hand Understitching

Excellent tutorial.

posted: 10:21 am on August 3rd  

Re: Cennetta's Passion - Vogue 1205

Thanks Cheryl and JerseyQueen,

My apologies for such a late response to your question. I haven't experienced the snap or snag of the thread while sewing knits. Typically, I use polyester thread. I hope I'm understanding what you mean. The snapping and snagging occurs when you are sewing? If yes, I've only experienced skipped stitches or tangled thread on the underside. When that happens, I rethread the machine and/or change the needle (ballpoint or sharp depending on the type of knit fabric).

posted: 10:15 am on August 3rd  

Re: Cennetta's Passion - Vogue 1250

Thanks, ladies. Kafree2fly, you are so kind. Thank you,
Cennetta

posted: 9:49 am on June 22nd  

Re: Cennetta's Passion - Vogue 1205

Thanks, everyone.

posted: 9:48 am on June 22nd  

Re: Chanel-style Jacket

Outstanding. Your jacket is perfect. A chanel jacket is on my to do list this year. I'm hoping for beautiful results.

posted: 8:51 am on June 10th  

Re: Add Gradual Width

Thanks for the tip. This makes adding width at the hips easy.

posted: 8:47 am on June 10th  

Re: Cennetta's Passion - Vogue 1205

Thanks, Thomy.

posted: 8:41 am on June 10th  

Re: New Sewing Show, "It's Sew Easy," Starts June 30 on PBS

This is so wonderful. I see the Angela Wolf will appear in several episodes. Congrats to all.

posted: 2:48 pm on June 9th  

Re: New Sewing Show, "It's Sew Easy," Starts June 30 on PBS

Congratulations, Grety! I will definitely tune in.

posted: 2:46 pm on June 9th  

Re: High Fashion and Haute Couture in the Windy City

Wonderful. It was a great show.

posted: 9:59 am on April 20th  

Re: Smocked Dress

Beautiful dress.

posted: 10:32 am on March 3rd  

Re: Skirt Repair

Great save. The skirt has a fresh new look to it.

posted: 10:30 am on March 3rd  

Re: Facing a Facing

Thanks. This is a great tip.

posted: 4:41 pm on February 22nd  

Re: T Shirt Dress

Beautiful and so creative.

posted: 11:13 am on February 14th  

Re: Cennetta's Passion

eMMb - Thanks. I only wore this outfit once. I finished it on January 29, 2011.

posted: 3:13 pm on January 31st  

Re: Cennetta's Passion

Good morning ladies,
I'm so sorry for not responding sooner. Thank you for all the lovely comments. All of the details on these dresses are posted on my blog: http://themahoganystylist.blogspot.com.

posted: 12:09 pm on January 31st  

Re: 3 Neat Edge Finishes for the Sleeveless Styles of Summer

Excellent tips. Thanks,
Cennetta

posted: 4:47 pm on June 25th  

Re: 3 Neat Edge Finishes for the Sleeveless Styles of Summer

Excellent tips. Thanks!
Cennetta

posted: 4:46 pm on June 25th  

Re: Modernized VIETNAMESE "AODAI"

Absolutely beautiful. Very well crafted and the dress fits you to a "T".

posted: 10:55 am on May 4th  

Re: Field of Poppies

Adorable top. It suits you.

posted: 10:47 am on May 4th  

Re: Budding Green Jacket

Great jacket. Chartreuse is one of my favorite colors and a great way to brighten up the spring wardrobe.

posted: 10:43 am on May 4th