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Perfectly Pink

runwaygal, member | May 5th, 20102 comments

After 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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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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Carousel of Beauty

runwaygal, member | March 6th, 20102 comments

Little girls love beautiful dresses and this became a favorite. Using a mint green stripe for a basic girls dress, I trimmed it in lace and pink piping. I made an underskirt out of white and...

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Raw-Edge Bias Binding

LOUISE CUTTING, contributor | February 26th, 201017 comments

This binding can be used on any part of the garment--curved, straight, or on corners.

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Protect Your Handbag Investment

smcfarland, contributor | February 25th, 201011 comments

If you appreciate fine handbags, here's a quick project: Make a cotton cover to safeguard an expensive accessory.

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SWEET TALK

threadsquare, member | February 18th, 20101 comment

I used a designer cranberry red cotton poplin for the main fabric of the dress. The silk chiffon accent fabric was hand-dyed by me, and I used a brighter red silk charmeuse for the...

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Mimi

loyl, member | February 17th, 20102 comments

I recently made this very fun and romantic dress for another challenge. See the link below. I did not use a pattern for this, I made it myself. I used pink and red poly chiffon/georgette and black...

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Team Spirit

runwaygal, member | February 13th, 2010

To show team spirit for the MSU basketball team, my son got me to help. The star player is nicknamed "Swat". So, we developed a vest for a group to wear. Making these on a shoestring budget, I...

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QUEEN OF HEARTS - Costume for Alice in Wonderland Children's Theater Production

Lady_Jaydee, member | February 9th, 20108 comments

I made this costume for my grandaughter, Beth Ann when she played the Queen of Heartsin Alice in Wonderland, in a Youth Theater production in Austin, TX. This is the only picture I havenbsp...

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Ms. Pooh's Designers International Tradition Quilt

pwinbush542, member | February 4th, 20102 comments

The story behind creating the Tradition Quilt is as follows: The Tradition Quilt In January of 2004 my mother succumbed to leukemia after being diagnosed about a year earliernbsp...

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More Tips for Working with Boiled Wool

LOUISE CUTTING, contributor | January 11th, 201011 comments

I was inspired by Mary Ray's blog and the current issue of Threads to work with the boiled wool I had been saving for several years. Here are some tips I developed in the process.

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Civil War Era Ball Gown

SouthernBling, member | December 21st, 20094 comments

This garment is pearl grey Moire Taffeta with grey Satin bands and trim, with lace sleeve insets and collar and was made for a Civil War Era Re-enactment Ball. The fitted jacket features Satin...

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A Minimalist Finish for No-Fray Fabrics

MaryRay, contributor | December 14th, 200915 comments

Sometimes it’s best to let the fabric do the talking and with just a little help it can turn into a stunning oration.

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Velvet-lace party top

jdjola, member | December 9th, 200911 comments

Occasional top. Made of velvet and lace, embelished with swarovsky crystals and beads, sleeve's, collar and bottom edges done in crochet. The garment was put together in panels and joined with...

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Not Your Traditional Patch Pocket

LOUISE CUTTING, contributor | November 2nd, 20093 comments

The key to sewing a very flat patch pocket is where you place the interfacing and how the fabric is folded and sewn.

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Rooster Boy

adycakes, member | October 19th, 20093 comments

My grandnephew, Wyatt, wanted to be a rooster for Halloween. I found the perfect print for cutting and shredding to replicate the head and chest feathers. He is having the best time, chasing his real...

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Panties Sewing Pattern

sewinl0ve, member | September 23rd, 20097 comments

Ever wanted to make your own underwear? This is an easy project that only takes a few hours to put together and only has 2 seams! The design is a sexy semi-booty revealing boy short style...

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Create a Scallop with Pearl Cotton

stitchhappy, senior technical editor | September 14th, 20094 comments

Take a blind stitch and make it beautiful.

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Spanish Senoritas Apron - Gotta Love that Fabric!!

ApronOfTheMonthClub, member | September 5th, 2009

Two Times a Senorita: Reversible half skirt apron featuring our beloved "Las Senoritas" fabric. Our latest design is packed with tons of personality and a style all its own. The wide, red...

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Simple sewing projects

ukdame, member | September 1st, 2009

These are my newest project. Not done as good as I would like to be but is a start for small wall hangings for children and anyone really. Two small plastic rings sewn to back for hanging ease...

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