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1810 Regency Gown

izodiea, member | November 10th, 20105 comments

I draped this gown based off an 1810 gown illustration in The Cut of Women's Clothes, by Norah Waugh. The gown is made from Swiss dot Voile and is 100% cotton. All of the ruffles are hand rollhemmed...

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My Baby Totoro

ladymelinda, member | November 10th, 2010

We love Hayao Miyazaki's cartoon "My Neighbour Totoro". I thought my 8 month old son would be an adorable Totoro. I designed this hooded sleeper out of grey fleece and white furry fleece. I...

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Glenda the Good Witch

Ocrafty1, member | November 2nd, 20103 comments

My sister phoned and asked me to cut off her 1990's wedding gown and cover it with pink tulle to make her costume. I refused to cut her gown and drove the 60 miles to her home...

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Reader's Closet

JoyceDS, member | October 29th, 20103 comments

Inspired by the suit from the Western Costume Company which was featured on the back cover of Threads, November 2010 issue, I chose to make the jacket out of London wool crepe. The sleeve...

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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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Inside My Chanel Jacket

nanasue, member | October 24th, 20106 comments

I learned to sew at a young age and was always fascinated by the gowns and suits that were worn by celebrities and models. As a teen I would sit for hours in our hometown library...

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Vintage Vogue Gown

Laura_Mae, member | October 12th, 20104 comments

Pattern Description: Vintage Vogue Model, Original 1948 Design, Close-fitting dress, evening-length, has shoulder pads, front extending into single-layered drape (wrong side shows), inset, front...

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Inspired By Threads: Issue 64 ~ Ribbonwork Flowers/In Detail

Kathleen_Noll, member | October 7th, 20103 comments

In 1996, when I was 17 years old, I was inspired by Threads Issue #64 to make my Senior Prom dress. The issue featured an article and an "In Detail" back cover image on Ribbonwork...

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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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Reconstructed linen skirt with wool felt embellishment

StormyBoo, member | September 1st, 2010

If I would have known that I was going to join and start posting I would have taken pictures of this project in progress. As it is, you'll have to settle for a description! I had this skirt that I...

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GIVEAWAY @ StitchnStudio

tamk, member | August 15th, 2010

Come by and enter for a chance to win this Orange Felted Bucket Bag. Entering is easy! http://stitchnstudio.blogspot.com

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corset top made from an old shirt

cuddlypersephone, member | July 25th, 20106 comments

This is a corset top I made using one of my husbands old shirts, it was my second attempt as the first one didn't work out(a problem with the rigilene boning that I rectified in this one). It was my...

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Men's Jacket Repair

GeoaDesigns, member | July 8th, 2010

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

tamk, member | July 7th, 2010

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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Handmade Ring Bearer Pillow

tamk, member | July 3rd, 20102 comments

Beautiful 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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Whimsical Fairy Skirt

KrystalTigerMarie, member | June 16th, 20103 comments

I made this skirt especially for my niece, who is a vibrant 1 year old! Also, I create children's garments out of my testing phase, because it is cheaper and much faster! i have to see if it will...

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Vintage lamp recreated with Victorian style lamp shade

shadezofmichelle, member | June 15th, 20102 comments

This is a wonderful vintage lamp that I refinished, rewired and created a handsewn Victorian style lamp shade for. The techniques I used for creating the lamp shade include hand stitching...

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DIOR necklace DIY

IvaMessy, member | June 2nd, 20101 comment

DIOR Necklacce DIY details @ http://www.ivamessy.com/2010/06/mise-en-dior-necklace-diy.html

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DIY Fabric Bracelets

IvaMessy, member | May 24th, 2010

DIY Fabric Bracelets. Super easy 5 minutes max! All materials from your closet! detals @ http://www.ivamessy.com/2010/05/diy-fabric-bracelets.html

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DIY Sequin Tank Top

IvaMessy, member | May 17th, 20101 comment

I picked this tank top up at Target fairly recently for $10 {also got it in army green as well}. Unfortunately I did not have enough different colors of strung sequin fabric at home, and I just...

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