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Silk Edwardian Ballgown

WickedStepmother, member | November 5th, 20092 comments

Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 This dress started as a love affair with a piece of silk organza. It was pale grey orchid with silver embroidery and sequins. I...

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Hand dyed silk charmuse coat

Nurgis, member | September 21st, 20093 comments

The coat "Honor" is hand dyed silk charmuse and a commercial purchased pattern. I used Dupont steam fix dyes to dye the cloth. But before I can start dyeing I draw the design, these are...

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Retro Wrap Dress in Green Plaid Silk

aliensnextdoor, member | August 5th, 20093 comments

I 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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Silk Seersucker top

lynnewill, member | July 6th, 2009

An easy top to make with glamourous results. This silk seersucker reminded me of whipped cream and I hemmed it with a narrow silk ribbon to help support the fullness at the hem. nbspThe...

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Edwardian Inspried Wedding Gown

DazeofLaur, member | May 18th, 20094 comments

This dress was custom-made for an Edwardian-themed wedding. It is a fully hand-customized creation that features the lace pattern to its full potential. The gown accentuates narrow hips and an...

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Silk Scarves Halter Dress

Stormee, member | April 6th, 20092 comments

This dress is made of handpainted silk scarves. It is lined with china silk lining. I serged the scarves together and created one piece of fabric then I cut and completely serged the dress together...

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lace festival Idrija 2008 part 2

tejka, member | February 27th, 20092 comments

some more photos from the lace festival.enjoy!

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Bright Fun Orange Indonesian Silk Batik Dress

nichan, member | February 10th, 2009

Design, pattern, and sewing by Sweet Nichan of Nichancraftroom

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Felt like Irises Blouse

mirela, member | February 10th, 20097 comments

Felt inspired one day remembering these iris flowers in from of my apartment building where I grew up. I knew that once they bloom spring time began. Memories and nature inspired me to make a flowy...

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lace festival Idrija 2008 part 1

tejka, member | January 3rd, 20095 comments

This project took place in Idrija, small city in Slovenija, where lace was and still is an important part of life there. Our job was to create a lace dress in a new modern way. Project lasted for 8...

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