reader's closet - fitting - Threads
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Georgia
3 commentsA yellow moleskin lycra underlay with matching mesh overlay on bodice. An attached panty with double layer skirt in georgette. Hand painted and decorated with Swarovski crystals.
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Drapped suite
3 commentsUnusaul drapping of fabrics that usually are not considered drapping fabrics, burlap and upholsery fabric. I hand wove and hand painted shawl that goes with suite.
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Classic Summer Dress
2 commentsA classic summer dress that has fit, proportion and great silouette
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Sarah Dress
2 commentsThis is a wrap dress that ties to the side. I made the pattern from an old shirt. The fabric is acrylic.
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Frosted Florals
9 commentsThis original design is draped and sewn from hand dyed, and handwoven rayon.
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Constructed/Deconstructed Corset
1 commentVendala, a very dear friend of mine, had a vision of what she wanted for her photo shoot and she requested a constructed/ deconstructed for the shoot. I was thrilled that she asked me do the...
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Vintage pattern, McCall 8944, published 1936
7 commentsThe words "dapper" and "natty" come to mind when I wear my 1936 seersucker jacket. This was the first project my sewing teacher helped me with, six years ago, when I was despairing of ever...
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1941 "Misses' Mannish Jacket" (#3 of 3)
1 commentOne of a three-jacket project to build tailoring skills.
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1941 "Misses' Mannish Jacket" (#2 of 3)
2 commentsOne of a three-jacket project to build tailoring skills.
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1941 "Misses' Mannish Jacket" (#1 of 3)
6 commentsI fell in love with the drawing and the classic lines of this jacket based on a man's sportcoat. My sewing teacher challenged me to cut and sew three versions at once to build experience and...
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Mireille's coat
3 comments1st project completed this year.Quite a demanding one as far as fit is concerned.I was happy of result when finished but now when I am considering the picture I am not too sure about the bust and the...
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Vogue 1036 white denim jean jacket
1 commentToday's Fit By Sandra Betzina jean jacket for Vogue in white denim. Finally!
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REVERSIBLE DRESS
2 commentsI wanted to create something that is stylish and helps a girl in this horrible econmy. 1 CUTE DRESS 2 great DESIGNS!!! 3 layers of soft Indian Voille & cotton Lawn... A sweet, sexy...
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Embroidered Denim Jacket
3 commentsPurchased brushed denim print from upholstery store. Altered a Palmer Pletsch jacket pattern. Since I'm triangle shape had to alter the pattern to fit my hip size. Chose the peacock feather designs...
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1860's Silk Ensemble
13 commentsA 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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