Hey Craftnistas (a fashionable crafty chic), I have started something new over at my blog and would love to have YOU come participate. This month i am focusing on recycling…
For beautifully faced edges, you need to eliminate bulk. It’s not glamorous, but a few simple steps produce amazing results.
My dear friend let me choose any type of dress for her wedding. To complement her halter-style, backless, very sleek and slim gown, I chose a halter-style, backless but very…
After seeing this circular vest in the January 2010 issue of Threads (#146, p. 69), I thought I'd try to make one with all the "extra" fabric I've accumulated.…
This garment is pearl grey Moire Taffeta with grey Satin bands and trim, with lace sleeve insets and collar and was made for a Civil War Era Re-enactment Ball. The…
Take a fresh look at some old sewing rules with these thread and needle tips.
I just finished making this fitted womens shirt with French cuffs and decided to put ruffles on the front. I learned how to make the ruffles from a recent issue…
I was looking for the whale of a costume. This year I envisioned a sleek, sensuous, silver fish. I wanted to make an easy-to-wear mermaid costume by adapting a fit-and-flare evening...
I collected things over a few years, and had thought I might make the dress originally into Victorian or Edwardian, but I am so glad I chose French Court. The Burgunday…
The blanket stitch is primarily used decoratively as an edge stitch.
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