reader's closet - sewing machine

Puppets!

Stitchy, member | January 5th, 2011

I collect vintage toys. I get excited when I get hired to make anything that justifies having a box full of Barbies. I was asked to make puppets and I went wild. I made the patterns...

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Fast food at the MOCA

Stitchy, member | January 4th, 2011

I couldn't find polyester in the colors I wanted. I used super spandex on the matte side. I drafted the patterns but it was a basic T-shirt pattern that was color blocked and simple...

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Gloves

Stitchy, member | January 4th, 20112 comments

This is part of a showgirl out fit I designed. I made the patterns and mixed foil spandex with satin spandex. I used the same fabric for the bustier. Added bugle beads, seed beads and...

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Red hot chili pepper male apron.

JennaLynn, member | December 31st, 20103 comments

I made this apron for my younger male cousin who cooks with his family. I used red cotton duck, 100% cotton for the pockets, 2 one inch D rings to make the apron adjustable and I used a satin...

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A pink ruffle apron.

JennaLynn, member | December 31st, 2010

I made this girly apron with pink cotton duck, 100% cotton, rainbow rick rack, pink ribbon, and two 1inch D rings to make it adjustable. This is a gift for my 7 yr. old female Cousin

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Beaded Cherokee Ponies Pillow

foxsparrow, member | December 10th, 2010

This is my own design of Cherokee Ponies, and I call the flowers Western Cotton flowers. The pillow is faux suede. Great western feel.

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A crazy christmas skirt

runwaygal, member | December 5th, 2010

Years ago I learned how to do the crazy quilts from a class at my local sewing store. Over the years I have made stockings for all my children, their spouses, and then grandchildren as they...

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Doctor Who -- The Fourth Doctor

KBthreads, member | November 14th, 20104 comments

For this costume I made the 13-foot-long scarf out of thrift store sweaters (see detailed instructions below), dyed the hat brown and attached a hat band, made the necktie, and restructured...

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Wizrobe and Link

ASewingMom, member | November 14th, 2010

These are characters from my sons' favorite video game The Legend of Zelda, Wind Waker. The Boss Wisrobe, the villan on the left, and Link, the hero, on the right.

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Golden shades of green......

nanacosta, member | November 13th, 20101 comment

I use 3 different shades of this lovely silk chiffon to make this dress. It has the advantage that it changes it self, acordingly to your taste, because, from the hand pleated...

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Princess Allura

cynsew, member | November 10th, 20101 comment

This is my granddaughter. She picked out the material for this costume and I sewed it. On the mask, I started out with a simple over the eye mask for the form and added the embellishments...

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The Purple Goth Witch

Timetoburnthedinner, member | November 8th, 20101 comment

Sally wanted to be a cute but scary purple and black witch. I made the coat with a commercial pattern, adding the black faux leather details as designed by my daughter. The coat is made...

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ASH0534 Rags to Riches Clutch purse

Annemarie_asah, member | November 7th, 2010

All dressed up and ready to go…add an exquisite purse and now you are ready to go. A purse with freestanding lace and embroidery fill. Easy step-by_step instructions included. Contact me at...

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Little Bo Peep

Sewshable1, member | November 6th, 20101 comment

I sewed these costumes for my granddaughter age 8, and grandson age 5. The platypus costume was my grandson's own idea. The Little Bo Peep costume was a promise kept by my granddaughter who...

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Kali

Chely_Beans, member | November 5th, 2010

To put this costume together Imade 2 sets of hands. The 1st set I placed over my head using strong wire. The 2nd set I sewed to the side of my blouse then a thin string to my hands...

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Emperor Zurg and Buzz Lightyear

stichnjoy, member | November 3rd, 2010

My son decided to be Buzz Lightyear this year for Halloween. My husband graciously agreed to be the Evil Emperor Zurg. Both costumes are handmade. My son's was made from an old...

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The Dark Spirit 2010

bagpipegnat, member | November 2nd, 2010

My granddaughter and I love making things together. I sew the things and she comes up with the ideas. These photos show the finished product of the Dark Spirit of a Maid coming back to...

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Little Girl's Pillowcase Dress

avgirl80, member | November 2nd, 2010

My first pillowcase dress I made for my friend's little girl. I got to use my new serger for this project. I love my serger!

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Julie the Cow Girl!!

TnSewingNewbie, member | October 29th, 20101 comment

This is my daughter, she wanted to be jessie from Toy Story, so instead of buying a plastic outfit from walmart i decided to make her one, The jeans were covered in cow print Minky and faux...

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A golden wedding dress!!

nanacosta, member | October 22nd, 201014 comments

This dress is made in silk duppioni color soft gold. It has a ballony skirt divided in 8 petals. At the center of each petal, I put a big tear that has been machine embroidered and...

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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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Lined Wool Dress With Curved Seams

Beresta, member | October 10th, 201015 comments

This is a fitted knee length wool dress with curved seams joining two solid colors. I developed the pattern from a Basic Torso Sloper. Threds article "Add Style with Graphic Fabric Insertions has...

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60's inspired suit with pillbox hat

balcsgirl, member | October 6th, 20101 comment

I have been admiring vintage looks for quite a while. My husband made me a beautiful sewing room that is finally finished and this is the first garment that I made in my new room! The pillbox...

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One Hour Art Deco dress

loyl, member | September 30th, 20101 comment

I made this asymmetrical dress from the crafty stylish tutorial. It took me a little longer than 1-hour, but worth it. I made it for a wedding rehearsal. It was very comfy. I cut a light weight...

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Chic LBD--2 way stretch knit

Bryan1977, member | September 28th, 20102 comments

This was a fun challenge for me. I'm no slouch when it comes to conventional sewing, but using a serger is something I haven't done much of. Pretty proud of the results. The pattern was...

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Million Pillowcase Challenge!!!!!!!!!

Fredwb, member | September 28th, 2010

There is a Million Pillowcase Challenge going on RIGHT NOW! Until the end of the year. Just go to http://www.allpeoplequilt.com/millionpillowcases/ Sign up and then make pillowcases. Go to the site...

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More Shoulder bags

Fredwb, member | September 28th, 2010

More Shoulderbags-fun and easy! Except pulling bag through handle! All have heavy interfacing and Muslin lining!

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Ladybugs...

elfstone, member | September 25th, 20103 comments

This blouse was made from Kwik Sew 3555. Very simple, quick to sew. I made one change to the pattern; I made it sleeveless. I chose two places to embroider on this blouse, the...

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Candlewick N Roses

elfstone, member | September 25th, 20105 comments

This pattern is Simplicity 3684 a "Thread Magazine Collection" edition. A simple bib front shirt. Very easy construction. I cut out all the pieces I wasn't embroidering firstnbsp...

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Bags - Clutch bag

christophernejman, member | September 20th, 20102 comments

Learn how to make high end designer bags under you home sewing machine. Includes 12 multi format embroidery designs digitized for metallic thread.

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Pillows - Re

christophernejman, member | September 20th, 20101 comment

Pillows: Designer Techniques Using Your Sewing Machine book by Christopher Nejman Use fibers, fabrics, and thread in new and original ways Learn how to use a needle punching machine like the...

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Pillows - Whisper Of Luxury

christophernejman, member | September 20th, 2010

Pillows: Designer Techniques Using Your Sewing Machine book by Christopher Nejman Use fibers, fabrics, and thread in new and original ways Learn how to use a needle punching machine like the...

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Pillows - Tropical Winds

christophernejman, member | September 20th, 20102 comments

Pillows: Designer Techniques Using Your Sewing Machine book by Christopher Nejman Use fibers, fabrics, and thread in new and original ways Learn how to use a needle punching machine like...

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Pillows - Sand Of Sahara

christophernejman, member | September 20th, 2010

Pillows: Designer Techniques Using Your Sewing Machine book by Christopher Nejman Use fibers, fabrics, and thread in new and original ways Learn how to use a needle punching machine like...

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Pillows - Harem Of Color

christophernejman, member | September 20th, 2010

Pillows: Designer Techniques Using Your Sewing Machine book by Christopher Nejman Use fibers, fabrics, and thread in new and original ways Learn how to use a needle punching machine...

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