Recently I was struggling with finding my place in the sewing instructions. It felt as if I spent more time trying to relocate where my last step was,then actually sewing. I realized I needed a way to temporarily highlight my spot. I discovered that the glow tape I use for my ruler works beautifully for this. I just cut a strip a few inches long and laid it on top of the line of instuctions I was currently working on, then reposition it for the next step. works like a charm and I never lose my spot now.

Lynne williams

Sew beautiful! Love the details, as it combines feminine touches with a tailored look. Very well executed! An heirloom garment to be proud of.

A really lovely fit on this dress. Very nice job. Where did you find the linen?

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.

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.

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.

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.

My 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.

A really cute top. Love the shirring at shoulder and nice job with the embroidery placement.

Really lovely use of color with the proper scale in the embellishment. Well done and I look forward to seeing more.

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.

I applaude you for accepting this challange along with your instructors boldness. What a wonderful idea. Love all 3 fabric choices. Thanks for sharing.

Your Bunnys are simply adorable, and a nice way to contribute.

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.

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?