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Get perfectly coordinated fabrics from Vogue Fabrics
Vogue Fabrics by mail has created a program that helps you choose perfectly coordinated fabrics every time.
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Mini Twist Clutch
Small fabric clutch with "twist" detail on front panel. The pattern for the clutch is for sale through my etsy shop. I have posted a tutorial for how to make the leather tassel for the zip puller...
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Gingerbread Rag Quilt of My Own Design
3 commentsMost of These Fabrics are Out of Print. They are from Northcott, Designer, Sharon Reynold's - Tenderberry Stitches Line or Collection of Flannels Called: ''All Hearts Come Home...
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Some broochs
1 commentThis brooch is very automnal accesory. Can you put in your jacket, jersey or bag. I hope that you like it. Sorry but my english isn't too good.
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Support Independent Fabric Dealers
8 commentsDid you know that 95% of fabric shoppers shop at chain stores exclusively? Project 95 is out to change that with an online source of fabric independent retailers.
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Recycling and Keeping Fabric Clean
7 commentsThis is a great way to recycle those zippered plastic bags that sheets and blankets come in. I've always saved them thinking I'd find a use someday. Keeping fabric in these allows the fabric to be...
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DS Case/Cozy - Fancy Floral
This super-cute cozy will keep your DS or DSi safe!The cozy is made of durable floral cotton, and lined with soft solid cotton to protect your DS. Between the fabric layers, a layer of batting is...
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Silk Scrappy Jacket
3 commentsThis patchwork jacket is made of scraps of silk that I have saved. I serged the pieces together then designed the jacket from there. It has dolman sleeves and hangs to the hips. I sewednbsp...
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Wedding dress for Joanne
3 commentsWedding dress for Joanne: bridal satin with Georgette chiffon overlay. Embellishments of swarovski crystals and glass beads. Corset back with satin ribbon & bow
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Doll Fashionistas Headed for Hollywood!
The Doll Loft is a family affair and my mother will be sitting in for me at a book event at my childhood library in Los Angeles! How cool is that??!! The book event will include a wide...
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Sources for Chic, New Eco Fabrics
1 commentLearn how to sew greener with these alternative fabrics.
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Bias 101
1 commentMaster the tricks of sewing bias-cut garments with a simple style and foolproof fabric.
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Video: A Visit to a Fabric Store
1 commentA guided tour for new sewers reveals a fabric store that has a lot more than just fabric.
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Pipe-Wrapping Technique for Dyeing Fabric
1 commentYou can create exciting patterns by wrapping loose folds of fabric around a pipe and tying it with string.
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Wrap-and-Dip Technique for Dyeing Fabric
1 commentWrapping with string protects parts of the fabric surface from contact with the bleach, creating a tie-dye effect.
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Resist-and-Spray Technique for Dyeing Fabric
For a lovely patterned effect, place flat, detailed objects on a piece of fabric, then spray on a bleach solution.
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Dyeing with Bleach
3 commentsLois Ericson shows you how to create uniquely colored and patterened fabrics with ordinary household bleach.
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Seam Finishes for Silks
2 commentsTame the slinkiest of fabrics with these finishing techniques: French seam, double zigzag, turned and stitched seam, Hong Kong seam, and serged seam.
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Discover the Indian Sari
1 commentThe Indian sari is an ancient and classic fashion. Sari fabrics range from sheers to heavy silks and wonderful handwoven cottons, so they can be adapted for many uses in modern sewing as well.
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Online Fabric Shopping: A List of Resources
2 commentsBrowse some of the finest fabric shops on the continent-from the comfort of your own home.
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