A design by Alexander McQueen, which appeared in the exhibit of his work and book Savage Beauty, was the starting point for this bodice. I plan to wear this for…
This is a dress I made for my daughter's prom. She liked the reference to the 1940's pinup style. The heavy ombre dutchess satin fabric gave the the mermaid train just…
A friend, having admired my own coat made from Vogue 8431, asked me to make her one. The fabric is a dark chocolate virgin wool that had a distinct nap…
My "french" jacket using Susan Khalje's techniques and constructed mostly in her 5 day class. I used Vogue 7975, turning the 2 piece sleeve into 3 piece. After completing a…
I love couture and couture techniques. It had a pleasure to follow the Craftsy class Couture Dress with Susa Khalje. I was planning to make a dress based on this…
I used the Lutterloh System for my jacket pattern. I used broadcloth for material and the lining matches the pink in the design. I chose kid-friendly snaps for closure. The…
A child's linen jacket echoing the shades of a slowly emerging fall. It was inspired by the Threads issue (#168) that showed a dress with feathers around the neckline in…
To celebrate my 60th birthday, I hosted a Royal Celebration at the Mighigan Renaissance Festival this fall. All guests came in costume, and I made this gown for myself. (note:…
The "lady-like" jacket is created from a basic jacket pattern I modified in my sewing class. The fabric is a waffle weave of a cotton blend. The lining is a satin. …
This is my most recent project, and also the one I am most proud of! I was flattered to be asked to make the wedding dress for a friend. The…
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