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Linen Jacket

SewMath, member | August 3rd, 20091 comment

This linen jacket was inspired by the article "Get Biased" in the June/July Threads. The concept of ruffled binding around the neck and down the front came before the "Shirring, Ruching & Ruffles...

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Men's Opera Cape

janissewcrazy, member | August 1st, 20091 comment

Black linen, lined with gold satin, 2 tier opera cape. Linen lends it's self to a vintage look and feel. Linen has a nice weight to help the cape flow with the movement. Simple lines make a bold...

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Pink Linen Jacket and Capris

SewsinOKC, member | July 31st, 20091 comment

When a small fabric store was going out of business I bought this piece of linen for $1.00. It was still on the bolt. I prewashed the fabric to soften, and to make it more economical to care...

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Salmon Linen Pants and Top

SewsinOKC, member | July 31st, 20091 comment

An acquaintance knew I sewed so when she gave me a large sack of fabric she no longer wanted, I was thrilled to find a couple pieces of lightweight linen in 4 yard lengths! Using McCallrsquos...

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Scrummy Bags

CateField, member | July 31st, 20092 comments

My bags are individually made using mainly recycled fabric. I collect all sorts of material from second hand and thrift shops. I will be posting the patterns shortly.

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Summer Tote Bag

ellenatstitchart, member | July 29th, 20091 comment

This bag is made with home dec. fabrics, is interfaced with fusible fleece, lined, and has one inside pocket I added a combination of two buttons to decorate the tab closure which actually closes...

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Vogue dress V1026- Badgley Mischka

rossyk, member | July 28th, 20091 comment

My husband took these photographs last evening, July 27, 2009. The dress turned out more beautiful than I had imagined. The fabric was purchased in Washington, D.C. from Equisite Fabrics...

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Mustard Linen Jacket & Slacks

NancySews, member | July 28th, 20091 comment

Mustard and black linens were used for the Flower Jacket Pattern by Barb Callahan Originals. It's a pattern that after the first making, is a snap for first time sewers as well as seasoned...

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help with new machine

m_poisson, member | July 28th, 20093 comments

i am going to buy a new machine, upgrading from a viking husky to a janome ( my local janome/singer shop is where i have made friends ) mostly interested in art to wear, fabric and design, i wanted...

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Linen Towel for healthy bath time!

LinenKids, member | July 28th, 2009

The perfect towel even for the child with the most sensitive skin – it’s a rare towel since few European companies weave terry cloth from linen. LinenKids is proud to present – from...

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Red Asian jacket

Susanrose, member | July 27th, 20093 comments

Vogue 2472 is a loose fitting jacket with raglan sleeves, well suited for wearable art. Simple construction helps highlight the textile and embellishments.

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They Call Me the Breeze!

rabaile, member | July 25th, 20092 comments

I used Vogue 8472 (actually a jacket pattern) to make this easy, breezy top. Last summer was SWELTERING, even by Nebraska standards, and all I wanted was something COOL for my walks. This...

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My Favorite Jacket

rabaile, member | July 25th, 20094 comments

I used Simplicity 2645 Threads pattern to make what is currently my favorite jacket! This pattern has separate front pattern pieces for B, C and D cup, which I really...

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Perfect Partners: Black and White

rabaile, member | July 25th, 20094 comments

I used McCall's 5433, Palmer Pletsch Perfect Fit Shirt, to make this shirt for my Aunt Anna Ruth, whose FAVORITE fabric is linen (she lives in Galveston), and she loves the blackandwhite...

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Siberian iris

Susanrose, member | July 24th, 20097 comments

This spring project was inspired by my favorite garden Siberian irises. They bloom later than some of my other irises and I look forward to their intense colours. Fiber reactive...

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Tunic made of printed cotton

Maamool, member | July 24th, 20092 comments

This is made from Simplicity 4190. I finished all around the edges with rows of double stitching.

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Black linen tunic with trim

loti, member | July 24th, 20091 comment

The base of this tunic is a lightweight linen. The yellow linen trim is lined so that the color maintains it's vibrant "pop". The lace tape is used more in Belgian lace than in the flat...

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Tiered Petal Skirt with Puffed Sleeve Top

hollyhousewife, member | July 24th, 20095 comments

This chocolate brown shantung petal skirt with red trim was my first attempt at designing a garment. I am very pleased with the result. It is paired with a blouse made from Vogue pattern...

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Boys linen shirt

LinenKids, member | July 23rd, 20091 comment

This vintage-style inspired shirt is made in an interesting, striped texture of 100% linen. It has a stylish, lace-up front. The sleeves are 3/4 length. This light, Thin shirt is perfect for summer...

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Tudor Linen Gown

dilly_dally, member | July 22nd, 20092 comments

This is a project I made several years ago, and recently gave to my friend (the model). I dyed the linen myself in some of my favorite colors (the green is called Goose Turd Green). nbspI...

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