tag: velvet
Ruby Corset
I created this corset from recycled fabric from an old design school piece.
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Dickens Holiday Party Outfit
3 commentsI made all items from my own self drafted patterns. This vintage style ensemble is for a Dickens themed Holiday Party held as part of a yearly celebration. Guests are all urged to dress in period...
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Wool Retro Purse
1 commentThis is a design by Emma Brennan which I have modified. I love her designs, but find them needing additional upgrading like zippers, interlinings, and strap designs. This is a style from...
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Velvet Mermaid
This is my original gown that earned the Fashion Group International award for Eveningwear in 2000. This gown is ruched and lovingly hand stitched and done in a deep plum velvet.
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Red Velvet Siren Gown
4 commentsThis elegant ruched velvet gown was patterned and designed by yours truly, Magita Story,an homage to the designs of the great Erte. The shawl is worn as arm gloves flowing behind the dress, it can...
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Imprinted Purple Velvet Swing Coat
1 commentPurple velvet swing coat made from a vintage 1948 pattern is faced with purple and gold brocade, partially lined with coordinating gold satin. Sleeves are split at cuff...
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Red 'letter' jacket for Valentine's Day
Red lame-based black velvet is beautifully shaped into a cropped jacket with asymmetrical front. Appliqued ‘love letters’ and foreign postcards are complemented with imprinted...
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Fancy Fabric Projects by Rachael Pitts
The front and back of the red paisley jacket (McCall's #3792) are made of a cotton corduroy paisley print with gold metallic details. The sleeves are dark red velvet with red bridal satin linings...
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Enter to Win: Fancy Fabric Challenge
3 commentsWe want to see your fanciest garments made from the fanciest fabrics. Enter for your chance to win great prizes from Ottlite and The Ribbon Store.
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Lush, Embossed Velvet
2 commentsDesign your own unique fabrics with rubber stamps and an iron
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Video: Do-It-Yourself Crushed Velvet
Use your iron to enhance the texture and bring out the color of this elegant fabric.
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