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realsis, member | January 30th, 2012

the first photo is a sundress i just finished. This project was a joy to make. I shortened the pattern to suite my style. This dress has a pleated breast area and a zippered back. Its a wonderful...

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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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Tote & wristlet

lfinkenb, member | November 2nd, 2011

This is a tote & wristlet that I made for my best friend's mother in law, the pink portion was a dress she wore when she was pregnant with her son many yrs ago, so now it is a uable keepsake!!

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Thistle Cottage Studio's Artistic Director: Elsie Collins

orsinimedici1951, member | October 22nd, 20111 comment

Thistle Cottage Studio Blog Thistle Cottage Studio's Artistic Director: Elsie Collins Allow me to introduce myself. I apologise for not posting this biography a lot sooner. nbspIt...

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Squeaky Alien

ananda473, member | October 21st, 20111 comment

The Claw! Toy Story INSPIRED Alien 2011 Halloween Costume for my 10 month old son. Fleece sweatshirt and sweat pants with cotton/spandex ribbing for the neckline and cuffs. Sweatshirt has...

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Space Ranger

ananda473, member | October 21st, 20112 comments

To Infinity and Beyond! Buzz Lightyear INSPIRED costume. 2011 Halloween costume for my 3 year old son. I started with a basic tee pattern and some dollar store XL t-shirts (white amp...

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Lace

lilypadrose, member | July 28th, 2011

I make all types of items using a hand or machine needle or hook. Some are gifts, some I sell, a few I keep for myself. I have tried all types of needlework and kept with the ones that I excell at...

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A Little Bird Said

alittlebirdsaid, member | July 28th, 2011

Linen french style bag

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Wool Retro Purse

harrietheywood, member | July 5th, 20111 comment

This is a design by Emma Brennan which I have modified. I love her designs, but find them needing additional upgrading like zippers, interlinings, and strap designs. This is a style from...

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ANATOMY OF A HAT IN PROGRESS

orsinimedici1951, member | June 13th, 20116 comments

Thistle Cottage Studio Blog THE ANATOMY OF A HAT IN PROGRESS Having recently joined The Milliners of Etsy Team/ MOE (etsy.com) a few months ago, I have been so inspired to explore new...

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SUMMER SEWING AND CRAFTS CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN AT THISTLE COTTAGE STUDIO

orsinimedici1951, member | May 17th, 2011

Thistle Cottage Studio Blog SUMMER SEWING & CRAFTS CAMP FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN NOW ENROLLING!! It has been a very creative, exciting and productive year thus far at Thistle Cottage...

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Baby bag, made from any left over fabric you have, Embroidered with special message or name, Drawstring added, you can have these in any size - very handy for hanging on the door or taking with you...

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Spring Sheer Maternity Top

livestosew, member | March 7th, 2011

This sheer top has pleats and three quarter sleeves.

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Cute maternity top for Daughter

livestosew, member | March 7th, 2011

Pretty turquoise knit top with side pleats.

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3 Maternity Dresses for Daughter

livestosew, member | March 7th, 20111 comment

summer dresses that she likes. They all have room for growth.

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Daughter's Maternity Outfit

livestosew, member | March 7th, 2011

This is a sheer loose top for the summer with knit pants and a little jacket for spring.

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Refashion - Fur and Leather

Mahogany_Stylist, member | February 13th, 20111 comment

One of my goals is to make something made of leather. This year that goal was met. The project was fun. It allowed me to experiment with refashioning two different materials. This was a very fun...

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Quincinera

DeborahV, member | January 26th, 20116 comments

This sweet 16 gown was done in a pale blue satin and featured a draped and beaded bodice. The bolero jacket was made to match.

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Pink Panther

LucyClark, member | November 13th, 2010

Pink Panther costume was made from a pattern I bought years ago. I used embroidery and felting techniques on the head and face. The ears have wire to stand up. The mittens are threaded through the...

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The Lady of the Lake

Star55, member | November 7th, 20101 comment

This dress is inspired by my love of fantasy and historical movies. I used Simplicity pattern #2573 and made some adjustments such as removing the shoulder strap and using loops instead of...

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Hamburger Halloween Costume

sahx17, member | November 6th, 2010

This is the Halloween costume that I made this year. My dog and I were matching hamburgers. I designed my own pattern and only spent about $10 on fabric for the outfits.

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FAUX BOWS Dress

cloudyhn, member | November 5th, 20104 comments

I almost forgot this contest as I was so busy with other projects and Christmas stuff. Then yesterday I told myself I should've enter something cause I love Threads. And this is fornbsp25th...

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SEXY MARIE ANTOINETTE in Blue for ADULT

cloudyhn, member | November 1st, 20102 comments

My stepdaughter needed a costume for Halloween this year so she asked me to make one. I thought it would be kind of difficult but then it wasn't bad while I was cutting - I drated myself the...

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The Happy Back PakSak!

msvaughn, member | September 28th, 2010

With my children going back to school, I decided to create a pattern from various backpacks they had lying around and I made a pattern and wrote the instructions, took pictures too! My daughter...

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Fleur Di Lis Little Girl Dress

NanooDesigns, member | September 22nd, 20102 comments

I made this dress for a little Saints Fan for her 3rd birthday. I added piping along the front panel and an embroidered fleur di lis.

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Grey Gardens Dress

VerityClothing, member | September 10th, 20102 comments

This is a dress that I made by altering a vintage Simplicity pattern. For more information, please feel free to check out the entry on my...

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knit dress

che_d, member | September 10th, 20102 comments

My version of Butterick 5206.

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Cotton Candy Dress

VerityClothing, member | September 2nd, 20102 comments

This was made using parts of a vintage dress, and some recycled materials. If you would like more info: http://verityclothing.wordpress.com/2010/08/31/cotton-candy-dress/

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I Love the '80s Dress

VerityClothing, member | September 2nd, 2010

For more info on this creation, please feel free to check out this entry on my blog: http://verityclothing.wordpress.com/2010/08/28/i-love-the-80s-dress/

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Birthday Sundress

VerityClothing, member | September 2nd, 20104 comments

For more info about this reconstruction, please check out the entry on my blog: http://verityclothing.wordpress.com/2010/08/21/birthday-sundress/

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The Li'l Lizzy Hipster Messenger Bag

SundayGirl, member | July 7th, 2010

This bag measures about 9" high and about 7 1/2" wide. The strap is about 42". There is a zipper closure on the front. The bag is fully lined, and there are no exposed seams inside. There is a pocket...

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Whimsical Fairy Skirt

KrystalTigerMarie, member | June 16th, 20103 comments

I made this skirt especially for my niece, who is a vibrant 1 year old! Also, I create children's garments out of my testing phase, because it is cheaper and much faster! i have to see if it will...

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Vintage Blue

rqlmcc, member | May 29th, 20101 comment

Normal 0 I'm totally new to sewing but I love it!:) I hope you all like this project. This is a simple reversible vintage inspired tote bag. For side one I used a beige and blue plaid...

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Sunflower Garden Newsboy Hat

GreenTrunkDesigns, member | May 29th, 20102 comments

I fashioned this earthy hat from a vintage tablecloth, a McHat pattern, and embellished it with some buttons and my crazy quilting skills. The hat is mostly green, with the exception of the four...

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sewing inspiration

digisew, member | May 28th, 20101 comment

This is a horse rug i made for a friend, i used qiulted fabric and top fabric of a shower proof - i bound the edges with heavy bias tape,used a zig-zag stitch, held the 2 fabrics together with dog...

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Thistle Cottage Studio in N. Providence, RI Inspires Creativity

orsinimedici1951, member | May 17th, 2010

Thistle Cottage Studio Blog Thistle Cottage Studio's New Nantucket Hat Line on ETSY.com I confess! I'm an incurable "hat-aholic"!!!!!! Is there...

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wedding reception, baby, or event place card / favor wallet sized photo frame .pdf instructions to purchase, for 2 1/2" by 3 1/2" photo

FabricatedFrames, member | May 5th, 2010

purchase .pdf instructions for $1 at www.fabricatedframes.com/epatternInstructionsFabricPhotoFrames.html , for making washable, sewn, fabric photo frames, for wedding receptions, showers, events, and...

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Spring chartreuse/pink clutch

SewJoe, member | May 3rd, 20101 comment

I've been having lots of fun making these great clutches in many sizes using the kisslock frames. The textile is men's necktie fabric, woven in Italy. I buy it by the yard and have made...

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book on amazon.com and lulu.com : Instructions For Making Fabric Photo Frames

FabricatedFrames, member | April 26th, 2010

Check out httpwwwamazoncomFabricatedFramesInstructionsMakingFabricdp0557327792nbsp...

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My Own Little Corner of the World!

natsnasus, member | April 26th, 20102 comments

This is a really soft fake fur scarf I whipped up from a remnant after constructing the fur vest. I lined it with brown satin for a touch of elegance. I just love it! Don't you?

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