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Silk Edwardian Ballgown
2 commentsNormal 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
3 commentsThe 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
3 commentsI 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
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
4 commentsThis 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
2 commentsThis 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
2 commentssome more photos from the lace festival.enjoy!
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Bright Fun Orange Indonesian Silk Batik Dress
Design, pattern, and sewing by Sweet Nichan of Nichancraftroom
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Felt like Irises Blouse
7 commentsFelt 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
5 commentsThis 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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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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