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Lone Star Quilt

Jmccombs, member | February 3rd, 2012

I decide to use this quilt as a wall hanging in my master bedroom it is quite the focal point.

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The VIOLET COUTURE design show in Pittsburgh, Pa for GWENS GIRLS at the Frick Mansion

lsldesign, member | January 30th, 20121 comment

Design show "VIOLET COUTURE" in Pittsburgh, Pa. The theme was from work to dinner/cocktails. My design was to create a dress you can wear to the office and still look professional and add a skirt...

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Granddaughter new dress

lvstosew, member | January 16th, 20124 comments

this is my first kids dress that i have made ,, its a mccalls pattern

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Salvatore Ferragamo Inspired Coat - Simplicity 2812

Mahogany_Stylist, member | December 1st, 20114 comments

Black and white houndstooth is every where this fall. I guess we can credit Salvatore Ferragamo for that. The fabric was a gift and this fall I decided to go ahead with sewing it...

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Alabama Channin Inspired Slouch Hat

GreenTrunkDesigns, member | November 18th, 2011

I was recently introduced to the design work of Natalie Channin, creator of Alabama Channin. I instantly fell in love with her style, and her “Slow Design” philosophy. After reading...

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A Salute to Navy Uniforms!

GodSewedFirst, member | November 4th, 20116 comments

The military paid my way through college. Thank God I was in the Navy because out of all the military services and uniforms, I think the Navy's fit the best! Yes, I took a pattern off my...

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And Old Buttons!

GodSewedFirst, member | November 4th, 20115 comments

Along with sewing I enjoy making porcelain buttons. I taught myself how to make plaster molds of my antique button collection and buttons from designs I have made. Using antique books I...

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Italian Chic

nancynancy, member | November 3rd, 20112 comments

Who says you need to break the bank to look chic and sophisticated during the holidays? My head to toe outfit was inspired by the latest runway looks from Italy's top designers (Armani, Gucci...

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Mary Poppins

jnageotte, member | October 31st, 2011

This halloween I decided to be "practically perfect in every way" and dress as Mary Poppins! Inspired by both the classic film and the Broadway Production, I made a coat using Simplicity 2581. The...

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Star Burst Quilt

Jmccombs, member | October 31st, 2011

This large throw was hand pieced. The quilting stitches are a deep purple. It measures 64"x45".

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Puff/Biscuit Quilt

Jmccombs, member | October 31st, 2011

This quilt has individual squares that are hand stuffed. The top is cotton. The back is flannel. Fabrics include zebra print, fuchsia, black and green. It measures 36"x36".

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BooBerry Cereal Ghost Costume

crystalMHL, member | October 30th, 2011

Boo Berry is super easy to make! Just paper mache a helmet, cut the eyes, nose and mouth out. Glue while fleece cut to drape to the knees (I airbrushed it very lightly with blue) and glue circle...

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Ashley's first pageant

prairietn1, member | October 17th, 2011

This is a gown I made for my six year old's first pageant. We found this pic online and I decided to copy the design. I did make a few changes. I felt I needed to scale it down so the ruffles...

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Shiny silver lame' zipper-front bodysuit.

spacey09, member | October 15th, 2011

This is a very shiny liquid silver lame' single-piece bodysuit with short sleeves, a collar and a zipper in the front for zipping and unzipping for easyness when it comes time to put it on or take it...

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Bubbles Dress

appleanniefabrics, member | June 19th, 20112 comments

Apple Annie wearing Sandra Betzina V1210 dress made from an AAF knit that is 90% poly-microfiber, 10% lycra. Loose-fitting, pullover dress, below mid-calf at center front, curving downward into an...

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Crazy Shirt

deChez, member | June 12th, 20112 comments

There's a reason why it looks like I mugged a couch, and drapes to make this shirt. I purchased this fabric on-line to make a pillow, but once I had it in my hands, I wanted to wear it. I used...

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Chanel-style Jacket

GorgeousThings, member | May 24th, 20116 comments

This jacket is a Chanel-style, based on Vogue 7975. Using Susan Khalje's techniques from "Inside a Chanel Jacket", I made several modifications to the pattern. You can read all about its construction...

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60's ring scarf

PoshGirlFriday, member | January 10th, 2011

This is my sewing pattern for a 60's ring scarf. Very easy to create and the rosette instructions are included as well. my shop is www.poshgirlfriday.etsy.com

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Things I love to sew and design.

SusieHomemaker, member | October 12th, 20105 comments

I enjoy making and designing handbags special order. I have collected material in my travels. Curtain fabric inspires me to create my bags with linings and lots of pockets. Originally I wanted to...

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black jacket by Georgette Pedigo

gettegorge, member | July 22nd, 20101 comment

black jacket in suede and silk one side shows the silk as contrast, sleeves are white black, arrow design.

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StitchnStudio Wholesale

tamk, member | July 6th, 2010

This is my first wholesale order for StitchnStudio. 1. Large Tote/Weekend Bag 2. Medium size clutch If you would like to read the entire story visit my blog...

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The Making of a Memory

tamk, member | July 2nd, 2010

I wanted to share a project with you that I just finished. I had a convo in my Etsy shop from a young lady who"s mother had passed away. She wanted to know if I could do a custom order for 3 bags...

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Learning to Sew A Regency Dress: From Scratch

Nargis25, member | June 30th, 20101 comment

This is a first attempt to make a Regency dress with a pattern that I had on hand. McCall M5696 is a great pattern for modern-day garments however I would love to get my hands on a Regency dress...

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Ruffled Aprons for Summer Party Fun

GeoaDesigns, member | June 21st, 20102 comments

At the end of every school year my daughters and I vote on gifts to give their teachers. This year's winner was aprons, mostly because their teachers talked about how much they loved to cook...

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Heirloom Hat

GreenTrunkDesigns, member | June 7th, 20104 comments

I wanted to create a hat reminiscent of the 1930’s, charming and a touch extravagant, but still practical. So I crafted this newsboy hat from white and cream vintage doilies, sprinkled it with...

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Retro Relived

runwaygal, member | June 2nd, 20102 comments

This was actually made last year for the linen contest but never could get the pictures to post. Using brown as basic and coordinating colors of linen I redesigned a simplicity pattern. On the...

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The Pink Bride

Luvat1stsew, member | May 24th, 20102 comments

I have sewed for many years but I learned so much when sewing my daugher's wedding gown. There is much to learn about the inside of a garment. She changed the design of the skirt and...

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Super Easy DIY Headband

IvaMessy, member | May 18th, 20101 comment

please visit http://www.ivamessy.com/2010/05/diy-headband.html for full details

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Green & more Green

runwaygal, member | May 5th, 2010

I Love color. My son was getting married and my daughter needed a dress for the big day. I walked into a fabric store and this pink and green pique jumped at me. I knew this would be her...

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Easter Trio

skayshack, member | April 10th, 20102 comments

Our grandchildren posing for their annual Easter photo. I made my granddaughter's dress as well as a butterfly for her hair cut out from one in the fabric. I carefully cut...

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Safari Red Sundress

runwaygal, member | March 15th, 2010

I am always inspired by great looking prints and material. I instantly loved the way the red flowers popped on this classic zebra print. This stretch pique was perfect for a summer...

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Soysilk Spring Scarf - Orchid

donnabgoode, member | March 9th, 2010

I ended the bottom (around face) with successive rows of single crochet which decreased the "tube" so it fits the face. Using Southwest Trading Company Soysilk makes the cowl for spring use and...

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Bernina V6 contest

runwaygal, member | February 6th, 2010

After purchasing a red dress trimmed in fur for my 18 month old grandaughter, I decided her 7 years old sister needed something to match. I used a stretch velour in a vibrant red and used pattern...

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Retro Marilyn style

CocoPassion, member | January 28th, 20103 comments

When designing swimsuit covers I thought how nice it would be to include styles from the past. I am aware that Marilyn wore her dress in white but this in red gives the dress a whole different...

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Claire's raincoat

Linnes, member | January 26th, 201012 comments

Claire's raincoat was made with a two sided, rubberized raincoat fabric. The stripe is actually the reverse side to the red, so there is no lining. I did use two layers for the collar and...

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Jump Suit

mjgreen, member | December 20th, 2009

My project began when I fell in love with a raw silk from Jab. This is the yellow woven jacket material of my two piece jump suit. I had in my closet, an old jump suit that I loved, so I...

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Metallic Trim

Marilyn679, member | December 10th, 20093 comments

The original idea for this Christmas and wedding attendee dress came from a preview of Chanel's 2010 Cruise Line Collection which featured a scarf-dress and stole. I teach and practice yoga and...

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Amanda's wedding dress

Sunchild, member | December 8th, 200911 comments

This is a mother & daughter collaboration to design the perfect wedding dress for my daughter Amanda. The fabric was a heavy Shanung in Taupe using the satin side rather than the matte...

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Just Clowning Around

runwaygal, member | November 6th, 20092 comments

Mamaw is recovering from pnuemonia at the rehab center. When she needed a Halloween outfit for their party, I had to get creative. Getting something on her easy was the objective. I decided to...

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Tea Time Rose Pink Floral Toddler Dress - One of a Kind

VintageBaby, member | November 5th, 20094 comments

This darling little dress starts with this gorgeous designer fabric .... a creamy back ground is sprinkled with the most beautiful rose print in shades of scrumptious pinks and sage green leaves. The...

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