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Re-use Dress and Bolero

izodiea, member | January 14th, 20115 comments

This is my final entry to the Discarded to Divine Charity Auction : The outfit consistence of a Faux 17th century bolero (complete with cartridge pleated sleeves) over an empire wasted dress with a...

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Vintage Fabrics

deChez, member | January 13th, 2011

More from the box of vintage fabrics I was given. I love the way these fabrics drape so softly, yet shape so nicely.

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60's ring scarf

PoshGirlFriday, member | January 10th, 2011

This is my sewing pattern for a 60's ring scarf. Very easy to create and the rosette instructions are included as well. my shop is www.poshgirlfriday.etsy.com

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crazy christmas stocking

runwaygal, member | December 5th, 2010

Using the crazy quilt techinique I have made stockings for all my children, their spouses, and then grandchildren as they came along. Using all kinds of material scraps coordinating with chirstmas...

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A crazy christmas skirt

runwaygal, member | December 5th, 2010

Years ago I learned how to do the crazy quilts from a class at my local sewing store. Over the years I have made stockings for all my children, their spouses, and then grandchildren as they...

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Doctor Who -- The Fourth Doctor

KBthreads, member | November 14th, 20104 comments

For this costume I made the 13-foot-long scarf out of thrift store sweaters (see detailed instructions below), dyed the hat brown and attached a hat band, made the necktie, and restructured...

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The Defenceless Musketeer

wendyl2010, member | November 8th, 2010

It was two weeks before Halloween when my friend finally pursuaded me to make a costume with her this year. I had no idea what to be so as I was flipping through the Simplicity Catalogue, I saw...

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Things I love to sew and design.

SusieHomemaker, member | October 12th, 20105 comments

I enjoy making and designing handbags special order. I have collected material in my travels. Curtain fabric inspires me to create my bags with linings and lots of pockets. Originally I wanted to...

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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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60's inspired suit with pillbox hat

balcsgirl, member | October 6th, 20101 comment

I have been admiring vintage looks for quite a while. My husband made me a beautiful sewing room that is finally finished and this is the first garment that I made in my new room! The pillbox...

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Pillows - Re

christophernejman, member | September 20th, 20101 comment

Pillows: Designer Techniques Using Your Sewing Machine book by Christopher Nejman Use fibers, fabrics, and thread in new and original ways Learn how to use a needle punching machine like the...

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Cotton Candy Dress

VerityClothing, member | September 2nd, 20102 comments

This was made using parts of a vintage dress, and some recycled materials. If you would like more info: http://verityclothing.wordpress.com/2010/08/31/cotton-candy-dress/

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I Love the '80s Dress

VerityClothing, member | September 2nd, 2010

For more info on this creation, please feel free to check out this entry on my blog: http://verityclothing.wordpress.com/2010/08/28/i-love-the-80s-dress/

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Birthday Sundress

VerityClothing, member | September 2nd, 20104 comments

For more info about this reconstruction, please check out the entry on my blog: http://verityclothing.wordpress.com/2010/08/21/birthday-sundress/

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Christening Ensemble Made from Vintage Pattern

Ogden, member | August 27th, 2010

For my granddaughter's christening, I created a three-piece, lined ensemble made with light weight ivory wool and accented with pearl trim on the hat and dress. The coat and hat (shown) were made...

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1887 Silk Bat

EvaDress, member | August 25th, 20105 comments

I draped and drafted pattern pieces to create this silk bat costume. I began this project by building an 1886 corset pattern from another issue of 'La Mode Illustree'. I adapted it to...

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Fabric U Puts a World of Fabric at Your Fingertips

smcfarland, contributor | August 12th, 20102 comments

App for iPhones and iPads offers is an on-the-go guide to fabric

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New Book Looks at Rare Luxury Bags

smcfarland, contributor | July 29th, 20104 comments

"Exotic Skin Handbags: Alligator & Crocodile" is an amazing look at beautiful bags from the past

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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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