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Pastel Bomber Jacket

mollytov, member | May 18th, 2013

A little bomber jacket that I made as part of a school project. It's A wonderfully cheesy 80's throwback. For more projects and sewing tutorials, feel free to visit me at mollytovcom...

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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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I bought this jacquard fabric from Regency Rags off eBay and thought it would be great to have both sides showing in the dress McCalls 6698 – hence the middle flounce is the reversible side and you...

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diamond mom's project

diamondmom, member | May 14th, 2013

I enjoy creating tote bags using sailcloth fabric and appliquing designs on them. I also enjoy creating vests for my son's Irish Dancing.

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Everyday jacket with a little something....

sofil, member | May 13th, 2013

I liked the front of this Vogue 8845 jacket. I used a burgundy Ponti (just LOVE Ponti fabric), I made 3/4 lenght sleeves.

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Princess Party Dress

aunrea79, member | May 11th, 2013

I made my daughter a special birthday dress. She and I designed it together, then I used a pattern that was similiar to what we wanted and I altered it. It was my first time trying something like...

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Dulce Dress

Dulce28, member | May 10th, 2013

I'm a high school student and this year we were challenged to create an outfit that was inspired by someone we know. My inspiration was my mom, who was born in Mexico. I entered the dress into the...

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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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Vogue 8787 - Stripes!

PoldaPop, member | May 8th, 2013

I had some fun playing around with stripes in this version of Vogue 8787. Please visit my blog post for more photos and information! http://poldapop.blogspot.com/2013/04/vogue-8787-stripiness.html

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Awesome Upcycle

Sewista, member | May 8th, 2013

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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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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With Love - Prom Dress 2013

MDesign7, member | May 2nd, 2013

My passion is sewing and I was thrilled to be able to create another one of a kind Prom dress for my grandaughter. I love to dabble in Haute Couture sewing, so this gown lent itself to being able...

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The Gathered Camisole

Sewbussted, member | April 27th, 2013

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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Good Luck at Goodwill!

JanMade, member | April 24th, 2013

I bought a shopping bag full of fabric at Goodwill for $5.75 which contained 38 yards of assorted fabrics! I made this simple straight skirt for my daughter with about 3/4 yard of a poly/cotton blend...

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BJD - Spring Goddess

Arkathwyn, member | April 20th, 2013

A hint of fantsty in this latest BJD outfit, inspired by the first few days of spring. It was made with my new pattern Agrippina. The skirt is a flowing chiffon & the bodice is a...

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Wild Witchy Hat & Apron

user-567829, member | April 19th, 2013

I had fun designing one of a kind witch hat with the apron for Halloween.

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Simple Little Dark Blue Dress with vintage twist

RedPointTailor, member | April 10th, 20134 comments

Simple Little Dark Blue Dress with vintage twist based on the Butterick pattern B5396. The dress is fully lined and have kick pleat at the back hem. Check my blog http://wp.me/p2yS5n-By

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Dark Blue Jacket

RedPointTailor, member | April 10th, 20131 comment

Dark Blue Jacket based on Vogue pattern V8161 (OOP) with my adjustments and I have made the full lined version. http://wp.me/p2yS5n-By

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Fluted ribbon jacket trim

user-794565, member | April 7th, 20134 comments

I am always inspired by Kenneth King's articles (my favourite Threads contributor), and especially his article on "fluted ribbon trim" in the December 2012/January 2013 Threads magazine. Suitably...

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Tailored jacket with a difference

Madame_Mooshi, member | April 5th, 20133 comments

Tailoring is one of my favourite sewing genres. I love working with wool and the smell it gives off under a steamy hot iron. This is the first tailored wool jacket I made as fashion student back in...

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My Karen Kane Knockoff

Linda74Sews, member | April 2nd, 20134 comments

This is a shirt I copied using the rub-off method.

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Blue Chambray 40s Shirtwaist Dress

VerityClothing, member | April 2nd, 20132 comments

I made this dress for the Sew for Victory sew along challenge, hosted by Rochelle from Lucky Lucille. I used a vintage pattern from the 1940s, Simplicity 4036. I had to make a lot of alterations to...

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Beaded Cargo Pants Purse

Erica_M, member | March 25th, 20131 comment

This upcycled bag made out of a child's cargo pant is perfect for a everyday purse. It is ready for rugged wear but still feminine with the cute beaded detail and the floral buttons. It is...

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Quilted place mats and table runner

SewMusical, member | March 22nd, 20131 comment

I'm not a quilter. However, I was helping in the sewing classes at the high school a lot and they were sewing quilts. I decided to use some of my scraps to make quilt blocks - made some between...

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Cute A line

SewingDenise, member | March 22nd, 20131 comment

I used my TNT skirt pattern. With no darts or waistband,it sews up crazy fast. I added a lining and fun red top stitching. I almost changed my mind on the buttons but I'm glad that I stayed with the...

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Repurposed Pant and scarf to Red Floral Bag with Sequins

Erica_M, member | March 19th, 2013

Upcycled from a old pair of wool pants and a floral scarf this cute little bag is great when you need something special when going out! I lined it using a pair of upcycled silk pajamas. It has...

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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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Tank Top Remake

deChez, member | March 6th, 2013

This light-weight vest, or cover-up was fashioned from a flared bottom tank top that was once attached to a blouse. The shoulder seams had to be cut in order to remove it, and I was afraid that...

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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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Exposed zipper knit top

Linda74Sews, member | February 14th, 2013

Easy knit top from Vogue #8854. I modified the pattern to feature the exposed zipper closure at the front and on the sleeves giving the top a more rustic style. Made in an easy to work with medium...

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Fleece top

Linda74Sews, member | February 14th, 20131 comment

Easy Vogue #8854 made in an easy to work with fleece. Great for cool days and nights.

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Photographic Prints

dean13, member | February 13th, 20131 comment

These were designed and produced by Dean Renwick Design Studio from fabric we had printed at Spoonflower 3 years ago. The prairie skirt was a photograph by local photographer Caroline Piach, and...

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1890's walking suit of fine Pendelton wool

patwilliams, member | February 12th, 20132 comments

this is an 1890's walking suit, the pale green check and the perwinkle trim are a very fine Pendelton wool. I made the skirt from fine wale cotton corduroy. the trim on the front of the overskirt...

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Guitar Straps

deChez, member | February 11th, 2013

I just wanted to make something different, and while browsing around for inspiration I found a banjo strap someone had made. It was designed, and constructed quite differently from the straps I made...

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