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The Shirred Drawstring Sleeve

Sewbussted, member | June 15th, 2013

The shirred drawstring sleeve. Easy to draaft and gives a lovely, soft look to the sleeve. You can see the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/06/sleeves-on-saturdays_15.html

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The Terraced Sleeve

Sewbussted, member | June 8th, 2013

A sleeve that adds fullness to the cap without adding gathers. It also gives you the opportunity to add interest with the style lines. You can see the post here...

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Pleated Shoulder Sleeve

Sewbussted, member | June 4th, 20132 comments

A lovely sleeve that is such fun to draft. You can find the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/06/sleeves-on-saturdays.html

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Playing With Napkins Skirt

Sewbussted, member | May 31st, 20132 comments

Your napkins are no longer safe in the drawer. Make a fun little summer skirt out of a set. http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/05/fabulous-free-pattern-friday_31.html

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The Dressed Up Clothespin Bag

Sewbussted, member | May 24th, 2013

The cutest clothespin bag that I have ever seen. This design comes by way of Spain. You can see the post and find the instructions...

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The Twisted Petal Sleeve

Sewbussted, member | May 18th, 2013

A traditional petal sleeve that extends from the underarm and forms a band. You can see the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/05/sleeves-on-saturdays_18.html

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Pixelated Quilt - The Tenth

KristyDaum, member | May 17th, 20131 comment

For the unfamiliar, this is a pixelated quilt titled THE TENTH, that I made of David Tennant as the 10th Doctor from BBC's Doctor Who. I had seen some pixelated quilts previously and knew that one...

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How to use fabric in the picture for a project.

jani6567, member | May 9th, 2013

The fabric above describes about 10 yards or more of 60" wide cotton blue and white checked material and I would like some suggestions on what craft or sewing projects I can make with it. It's not...

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Variation on Simplicity 2580

PoldaPop, member | May 8th, 2013

This is one of my favorite knit dress patterns and I've made several variations on it. In this variation, I lengthened the bodice and added a waist/back band. For more photos and information...

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Awesome Upcycle

Sewista, member | May 8th, 20131 comment

This is my attempt to upcycle an old but shrunken crocheted lace sweater into a knockoff of a very expensive top I saw online. The tee fabric is a sheer batiste of 100% cotton. I added center front...

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How to Design Custom T Shirts with a Little Help

emilyssmith, member | May 6th, 2013

How do you customise a t shirt? If you want to print 'I love you mom' on the tee, you may do it at home with a little effort. However, this may not create the look and feel you want. Moreover, this...

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Taking Flight Skirt

Sewbussted, member | May 3rd, 2013

A very easy skirt made from 4 rectangles. You can see the complete tutorial here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/05/fabulous-free-pattern-friday.html

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Fixing Jewelry

Faboosh, member | April 28th, 2013

Fixing a piece of broken rose gold jewelry .

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The Gathered Camisole

Sewbussted, member | April 27th, 20132 comments

This little camisole was made using vintage linens, but it could easily be replicated with a lovely cotton and rows of gathering stitches. You can see the post...

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The Magic Rectangle Dress

Sewbussted, member | April 12th, 20133 comments

This dress is so simple to make, just 2 rectangles. The gathering stitches make a faux cap sleeve. A perfect project for someone who is learning to sew. You can find the full post...

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WORKING WITH ONE WAY PATTERNED FABRIC

Vernelle, member | April 2nd, 20132 comments

WORKING WITH ONE WAY PATTERNED FABRIC Introduction It's easy to figure how to lay a pattern when you are working with a simple one-way fabric. Working with plaids or horizontal...

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A Peg Skirt Tutorial

Sewbussted, member | March 23rd, 20131 comment

A lovely skirt that is easy to draft. You can see the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/03/a-peg-skirt-tutorial.html

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The Yoking Butterflies Sleeve

Sewbussted, member | March 16th, 2013

A fun and flirty sleeve with a yoke. You can see the post and find the instructions here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/03/sleeves-on-saturdays_16.html

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The Stylized Dolman Sleeve

Sewbussted, member | March 2nd, 2013

The Stylized Dolman Sleeve is an easy sleeve to draft and great for color blocking. You can see how to draft the sleeve and the entire post here...

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Kitty's Lunch/Makeup Bag

Sewbussted, member | March 1st, 2013

A wonderful bag with a plastic lining, perfect as a lunch bag or travel makeup bag. You can see the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/03/fabulous-free-pattern-friday.html

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Harem Pant Tutorial!

mollytov, member | February 24th, 2013

Quck and easy harem pants with a yoga style waistband. The crop top I styled it with is pretty loud, but if you're interested in making the pants, I posted a tutorial on my blog. Feel free to check...

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The Psychedelic Circle Sleeve

Sewbussted, member | February 23rd, 20132 comments

Take an ordinary stripe fabric and turn it into something out of this world!! You can see the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/02/sleeves-on-saturdays_23.html

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The Faux Ruffled Tiered Skirt

Sewbussted, member | February 22nd, 20132 comments

Tiers of faux ruffles make this simple skirt constructed just from rectangles a must notice skirt. You can see the post here...

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The Haute Hippie Sleeve

Sewbussted, member | February 16th, 20131 comment

The Haute Hippie Sleeve. An easy detail that really sets your sleeves apart!http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/02/sleeves-on-saturdays_16.html

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The Skeleton Sleeve

Sewbussted, member | February 9th, 2013

An easy treatment that shows off a contrasting fabric in an interesting way. http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/02/sleeves-on-saturdays.html

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Kissed By the Wild Vest

Sewbussted, member | January 25th, 20132 comments

A wild little vest made from 4 rectangles. You can see the post here, http://www.rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/01/fabulous-free-pattern-friday.html

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threadfollower hand-sewing kits and patterns

threadfllower, member | January 18th, 20131 comment

Hi All, My name is Cynthia Treen and I am so excited to find this wonderful sewing community! I have been a freelance designer, developing sewing and craft projects for over 15 years, but a year and...

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Primitive Patchwork Table- Runner

SmilingCatDesigns, member | January 14th, 2013

One thing that all people who sew have in common is fabric scraps! I'm always looking for projects that put them to good use. Which is why I love patchwork, there are so many possiblities. I...

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The Flipped Over Draped Vest

Sewbussted, member | January 12th, 2013

An easy vest made from two rectangles, a casing and three drawstrings. You can see the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/01/fabulous-free-pattern-friday_12.html

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A Rag Bin Sweat Shirt Becomes a Skirt

Sewbussted, member | January 3rd, 20133 comments

A sweat shirt destined for the rag bin is given new life as a cute little skirt. You can see the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2013/01/what-to-do-with-rag-bin-sweat-shirt.html

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Hanging On A Cliff, A Draped Dress

Sewbussted, member | January 2nd, 20132 comments

A rather dramatic draped dress made from 5 rectangles. You can see the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2012/12/fabulous-free-pattern-friday_28.html

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Copy That Trendy Top using Sandra Betzina's Vogue 8151

Mahogany_Stylist, member | December 28th, 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...

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Pin cushion for sewing machine

ModaOri, member | November 17th, 20125 comments

Here's an easy pin cushion that can be used on your bobbin winder while not it use. It's out of the way and easy to reach when you are sewing and taking pins off as you sew.

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Watch Me As I Walk Away

Sewbussted, member | November 17th, 20121 comment

An interesting sleeve with all the design detail in the back. You can see the post here, http://rhondabuss.blogspot.com/2012/11/sleeves-on-saturdays_17.html

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Lace Back Top and Matching Skirt (Tutorial)

mollytov, member | November 11th, 2012

I posted a tutorial on my blog for anybody who might want to make the top and skirt themselves. http://www.mollytov.com/lace-top-maxi-skirt/The skirt's an easy project, a good intro to drafting...

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Katharine Hepburn Jacket

EvaDress, member | November 10th, 20122 comments

Years ago, I found this incredibly rare 1933 Butterick 'Starred' pattern at an estate sale. Butterick did a limited series of only four 'Starred' patterns featuring Hollywood designs worn by...

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Handmade Tim Burton's Corpse Bride Costumes

Shamps, member | November 8th, 2012

These are both handmade costumes inspired by the characters from the movie Corpse Bride, directed by Tim Burton. For those who are interested, I have explained the process how they were made below. I...

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Halloween 2012! Marie Antoinette!

channyduff, member | November 7th, 2012

For Halloween this year I wanted to be something super scary. I always go a little too far with costumes, but this one (though it doesn't look it) was incredibly easy, very light and comfortable...

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Eat more chicken!

lpollack, member | November 7th, 2012

Last spring my boyfriend decided he wanted to go as Colonel Sanders (y'know, from KFC) for Halloween this year. He hasn't dressed up in over a decade! At first I refused to be his chicken, because...

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Blue Sweater Dress

Sewmaster65, member | November 4th, 2012

This style was copied from a magazine picture (unknown designer) which was shown in a white sweater with white godets. I purchased the blue sweater and used a printed voile for the godets. The longer...

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