tag: buttons
Making hand made thread loops
3 commentsSome times, we need a very special finishing when closing a garment. In this case, I use the thread hand made loops, because the outer layer of this dress is make in a fine french lace, and to make...
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And Old Buttons!
5 commentsAlong 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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My Little China Tote
1 commentMade this lovely tote for my sister. I fell in love with this adorable chinese umbrella fabric wih a light peach background, found a few quilt fabric squares for the pockets. This is the second bag...
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Teach Yourself to Sew: How to Sew Buttons, Snaps & Hooks
15 commentsLearn how to sew on a button correctly the first time in the latest episode of our beginner sewing series.
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Retro Wrap Dress in Green Plaid Silk
3 commentsI chose this raw silk for my daughter Bethany, who has always loved green. The fabric cried out to be made into a retro fashion that would drape beautifully and show off its green plaidnbsp...
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Village Frock
10 commentsI love this garment for my little one because everything is made out of the linen--including the sleeve & neck bindings, the button loops, and the buttons. With so much detail in the design...
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A Visit to Waechter's Fine Fabrics in Asheville, NC
3 commentsWaechters is not only a great resource for fabrics, buttons, patterns, and more – it’s fabulous eye candy and a wonderful place to go for inspiration and education.
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Embellishing Vintage Textiles: Buttons and Buttonholes
Learn how to fashion these textile treasures into elegant creations for garments or home.
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