If you envision frilly little girls’ dresses, crisp sheer collars, or a translucent evening concoction when you hear the name silk organza, reconsider. Silk organza is a fabulous workhorse fabric that you can layer inside a garment to add invisible, weightless support and strength. Among other things, silk organza will hold the shape of an edge, sleeve cap, or buttonhole. Marla Kazell shows you several ways it can greatly improve the results of your sewing.
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Know Me 2064 Vest and Jacket
Know Me patterns offer stylish and versatile designs, including the ME2064 rain jacket, which combines a cropped jacket and a vest that can be worn together or separately. The boxy-fit jacket features a hood, snap closure, and multiple pockets, while the vest has a zippered front and cargo pockets. This sewing kit includes templates, fabric recommendations, and instructions for sizes 44-52, proudly made in the USA.
The Hendrix coat sewing pattern from Style Arc is an unlined, panelled design with long two-piece sleeves, a button or snap front, and optional top-stitching. It features binding along the neck, hem, and sleeves, along with angled patch pockets and dropped shoulders. Recommended fabrics include wool, linen, faux fur, or velvet, with fabric estimates and trim details provided for sizes 4-30.
The casual, loose-fitting Atelier Jupe Billie Top & Finn Shorts pattern consists of a basic T-shirt with cut-on sleeves and pull-on, elasticized waist shorts.
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