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lynnewill
WI, USmember
craft interests: quilting, sewing, knitting
Member Since: 01/30/2009
Silk Seersucker top
An easy top to make with glamourous results. This silk seersucker reminded me of whipped cream and I hemmed it with a narrow silk ribbon to help support the fullness at the hem. nbspThe...
Silk bucket bag
This bucket style handbag is from a Mary Jo Hiney pattern and uses her fabric packets, although it could certainly be made from your own scraps. I love a purse with a flat bottom so that it...
Summer Dress
Fun and easy wrap dress from a poly cotton fabric purchased at JoAnn's for the bargain price of $10.00.
Now that's a Houndstooth!
This is a retro Butterick pattern from 1936 Made from a wonderful wool and angora houndstooth. The top stitching was done by hand. It is fully lined in silk crepe de chine.
Spring Dress
A spring dress in Viscose Rayon. The pattern is Folkwear #233 "Glamour Girl Dress" This was an easy fitting dress due to the front cinch at waist. The pattern calls for the dress to...
Crazy Quilted Tote
A wonderful way to learn how to Crazy Quilt. This tote was made up from bits of upholstery fabric, and then embellished with decorative machine stitches, and trims. The rose on...






Re: Heirloom Linen Blouse
Sew beautiful! Love the details, as it combines feminine touches with a tailored look. Very well executed! An heirloom garment to be proud of.
posted: 7:39 pm on July 22ndRe: Red/Black Linen Sheath Dress
A really lovely fit on this dress. Very nice job. Where did you find the linen?
posted: 3:40 pm on July 3rdRe: Restyled T-shirts
These are some wonderful re-designs I will share them with my students. Well done, and very clever. I imagine your class went very well.
posted: 3:42 pm on June 25thRe: duct tape dressform - success!!!
These are a great tool! if you want to take it a step further fill it with 2 part expanding foam. You do need to fill it in stages though so that you don't over expand your form. When it is complete you remove the tape and glad wrap and now you have a duplicate body with out the additional bulk from wrapping the tape. I made a stand for mine by drilling a hole in the bottom upon completion and then gluing in a pipe using the same foam to set it. For the base I found a plant stand ( the kind with wheels that you set under large pots for on your deck) which had a center hole to feed the pipe through. You can then make a simple fabric cover for it by using a tube knit.
posted: 8:07 am on June 14thRe: Book Giveaway--Ribbon Embroidery: Simple Stitches for Easy Embellishments
I appreciate the very clear step by step instructions, with such clear photos of the process. The overall concept would be great to share with my students for updating their wardrobe instead of starting from scratch.
posted: 7:51 am on June 14thRe: Fabrications: One Pattern, Three Looks
I love this idea/feature. I am always encouraging my students to expand their creativity with a familiar pattern and will be so pleased to share this article with them.
posted: 9:49 am on May 30thMy only question is how can I get involved? I would love to be a designer/ordinary sewer if you are looking for help with this feature.
Re: Embroidered Cotton Shirt
A really cute top. Love the shirring at shoulder and nice job with the embroidery placement.
posted: 8:15 am on May 13thRe: Frosted Florals
Really lovely use of color with the proper scale in the embellishment. Well done and I look forward to seeing more.
posted: 11:00 am on May 9thRe: 1950 Belted Topper
You can just never have enough Jackets can you? Love the style of this jacket and the fabrication. Nice work, especially fond of the plaid on your welts.
posted: 6:25 pm on February 21stRe: 1941 "Misses' Mannish Jacket" (#1 of 3)
I applaude you for accepting this challange along with your instructors boldness. What a wonderful idea. Love all 3 fabric choices. Thanks for sharing.
posted: 6:21 pm on February 21stRe: Bushfire Bunnies
Your Bunnys are simply adorable, and a nice way to contribute.
posted: 10:24 am on February 19thRe: Guipure Lace Shell
A lovely work of art well worth the time, focus, and care involved. Don't you find that slowing down and enjoying the process brings a whole new level to your art form. I am really looking forward to seeing your next project.
posted: 10:22 am on February 19thRe: Pink Suit
A beautiful eyecatching suit, and I think you are right it would be lovely in a boucle as well. I am curious about your lining? Did you find a pink to match?
posted: 4:40 pm on February 18th