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abelfamily

Mooresville, IN, US
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Began sewing early, took a break for my sucessful systems career and got back into sewing with vigor. I now digitize, teach the software I use and teach 4H sewers and sew most of my clothing and household stuff. I am also very active in ASG, the American Sewing Guild.

craft interests: embroidery, fashion, sewing

Member Since: 02/02/2010

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Shraket - Shrug Jacket

Apr 11, 2012
2 comments

This is a "Shraket" a label I devised to describe a combination jacket and shrug. It is made from a shawl. I digitized the design from a cross stich magazine I purchased. I also placed small pieces...

Double Coth Jacket

Apr 10, 2012
1 comment

This jacket is made from double cloth. I recognized it from an article from Threads number 123. The fabric is absolutely fabulous. It was a labor of love, but well worth the time. I didn't realized...

In the Hoop

Feb 2, 2010

It took quite a bit to develop this class. It would have been faster to just sew it. I did learn a lot. When I develop my own classes and teach them I learn a lot more than just...

Re: Custom couture: using unexpected fabric

I love it. Nice job. I sew with home dec often. It is a great place to shop. Look at their silks sometimes you can get a great deal.

posted: 12:03 pm on April 11th

Re: bridsmaid dress for my 2 year old granddaughter

So adorable!

posted: 11:58 am on April 11th

Re: Quilted Coat

This looks fabulous.

posted: 11:57 am on April 11th

Re: Embellished Wool Cardigan

All I can say is just lovely!

posted: 1:04 pm on March 10th

Re: Video: How to Sew a Three-Thread Rolled Serged Edge

I use my serger quite a bit and I liked the tip on moving the blade over and the use of the stabilizer. Maybe more people will use their sergers if the instructions are as easy as these. LindaD

posted: 10:20 am on October 5th

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