tag: edge
Making hand made thread loops
Some 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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MAGAZINE GIVEAWAY: Threads issue #158
56 commentsLeave a comment on this post, and you could win a copy of our latest issue.
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Star Burst Quilt
This large throw was hand pieced. The quilting stitches are a deep purple. It measures 64"x45".
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Lions and tiger and bears OH MY!
For my 3rd grandsons first Halloween I fell in love with a pattern for a lion, McCalls 8938 pattern. I made the pattern with soft flannel fabric, using some of the slipper sole fabric for the...
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Kelly's custom party dress
I made this custom fit dress for my friend for her Christmas party. For my design I made the center in black silk and the rest in a mix fabric silver grayish semi stretch fabric. Having the dark...
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Steal Your Face Jean Applique Jacket
1 commentInspired by the festivals I went to last summer and the music of the Grateful Dead, I created this upcycled jean jacket, going for a real bohemian marakesh style feel. This jean jacket has been...
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Facing a Facing
18 commentsThe inside edges of facings might be for your eyes only, but you still want them to look clean and pretty.
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Keep These Seam Finishes in Your Bag of Tricks
12 commentsHere are a couple of simple and efficient ways to beautifully finish seams.
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2010 Halloween Iron Chef(s)
Miss P insisted on being Iron Chef Michael Symon for Halloween. She also insisted that I had to be Iron Chef Cat Cora. I've never modified patterns (other than just basic stuff), so this was a...
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Double Bias Length Extension
14 commentsExtend your sleeves with bias fabric insets. This technique could also be used to extend the hem of a pair of pants or add interest to a straight skirt.
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Bags - Clutch bag
2 commentsLearn 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
1 commentPillows: 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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Designer Handbags - Trapunto Faux Metallic Leather
1 commentLearn 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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Men's Jacket Repair
Please visit my blog at http://www.geoadesigns.com/blog.html to find out how I tackled this project. Feel free to post comments here or email me.
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Studio Wristlet Giveaway
Want a chance to win a new wristlet in Amy butlers Lotus collection? This is a great little bag for a quick trip out the door or a date night. Entering is easy, visit my blog for more...
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StitchnStudio Wholesale
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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Handmade Ring Bearer Pillow
2 commentsBeautiful mixed textiles in creams and white. Vintage 2 1/2 in. metal rose pin makes a statement at center stage. Cream hand crocheted romantic trim measures 4 inches. White pillow center. Round...
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Vogue 2556 Issey Miyake
I made this skirt 6 years ago out of a striped blue poly-cotton-lycra blue fabric and an orange cotton knit. Color inspiration from blue jeansnbspnbspnbspThe...
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Retro Relived
2 commentsThis 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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Perfectly Pink
2 commentsAfter seeing a similar outfit in a magazine, my daughter decided she would like one. I used New Look pattern 6532 for the pink tank and bolero jacket. The twin set was made out of a matte satin. I...
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