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JUST SEW-SO MANY!: August 2011
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Saturday, August 27, 2011. Fall 2011 Fashion Colors. Considering a SWAP - Sewing With a Purpose. Here are the basic colors that I am considering. I am perusing the fabic sites for a splash of colorful patterns and trendy designs to add a little punch to my basic colors. More to come on pieces and patterns. Friday, August 26, 2011. My Picks" Fall McCalls (New Patterns to Stash). McCalls 6443 - Such a cute jacket! Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). Wife, Mother, Educator, Counselor and Friend.
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JUST SEW-SO MANY!: October 2011
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Sunday, October 16, 2011. Vogue 8634 - A Best Pattern of 2010 - I just had to make it! On my way to work. MISSES' TOP: Close-fitting, pullover tops A, B, C, in two lengths, have collar and stitched hems. A: short sleeves. B: three-quarter length sleeves. C: long sleeves. Combinations: Y(XS-S-M), Z(L-XL). Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes, it did. Were the instructions easy to follow? Very easy; simple and quick to sew. Would you sew it again?
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JUST SEW-SO MANY!: April 2012
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Sunday, April 29, 2012. Baby Girl" Graduating from the College of Charleston - May 12, 2012. I am a proud Momma! Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Something Old Becomes New Again! I have had this dress for over 10 years, and probably only wear it once a year. For Lent this year, I decided to give away 40 items from my closet; and not to buy any new clothing items for 40 days! Yes, I was successful! I actually gave up over 100 items from my closet, including shoes! Here is one of my projects! Sunday, April 15, 2012.
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JUST SEW-SO MANY!: July 2011
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Wednesday, July 6, 2011. My Pattern Reviews - Simplicity 2213. Misses/Miss Petite Evening Dress (in 2 lengths) - Jessica McClintock. Sizes 4,6,8,10,12 - 20. Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes the dress looked very much like pictured on the pattern envelop. I made View B. Were the instructions easy to follow? I found the instructions very easy to follow. What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? Would you sew it again? My Pa...
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Eating Pins: April 2012
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I created this blog to share my sewing,knitting and crocheted creations with others. I have been inspired by bloggers and want to join in the fun. Vogue Cross Bodice Top. Weekend Wrap and Honest Opinions. Cincy, OH, United States. I am a DBA by day but I am happiest when I have time to create. View my complete profile. Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Vogue Cross Bodice Top. I finished my Vogue Cross Bodice Top, it's from the Spring/Summer 2012 issue. I machine stitched the seams, my hand sewing looks terrible.
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JUST SEW-SO MANY!: December 2011
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Tuesday, December 27, 2011. I grew up in a rural, southern South Carolina. While visiting for Christmas, my daughter who always visualizes herself in picturesque venues requested that we stop by one of the many cotton fields that we were passing close to my parents’ home and take a few pictures. What I have learned is that cotton is such a versatile fiber that can be woven with other fibers to create wonderful fabrics for fashion apparel. I am glad my daughter saw fit to request stopping by the cotton fi...
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JUST SEW-SO MANY!: September 2011
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Wednesday, September 28, 2011. No One Told Me I Was 4'11". But since I actually am (my ego tells me I am 6 feet tall), I decided to learn more about petite fashion and fitting. I found this video and wanted to share it on my blog. Thanks for stopping by. Http:/ video.about.com/petite/Petite-Fashion-Don-ts.htm. Wednesday, September 14, 2011. I am featured on McCalls Patterns Facebook page. Follow the link below to check it out! Sunday, September 4, 2011. Red and White All Over! I did not make any design c...
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JUST SEW-SO MANY!: May 2012
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Tuesday, May 29, 2012. The cutest pair of shorts. for under $10! Have you ever visited Kings Street in downtown Charleston, SC? For a pair of shorts! So here is my version of what I saw in that little specialty shop! I lined the pockets and the waistband in a contrasting yet complimentary fabric. I used Simplicity 1879. And the pocket design from Kwik Sew 3614. Aren’t they cute! Now that I have her design and fit, there are more to come in other cute colors and prints. I may just make some for me. I must...
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JUST SEW-SO MANY!: McCall's 6920 - A Wardrobe Builder!
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Wednesday, July 9, 2014. McCall's 6920 - A Wardrobe Builder! I chose to style the dress with natural and yellow accessories. MISSES'/MISS PETITE/WOMEN'S/WOMEN'S PETITE DRESSES: Dresses (close-fitting through bust) have neckline variations, princess seams and back zipper. B: self-lined sleeves. A and D: fitted through hips, back hemline slit. Designed for medium weight woven fabrics. SUGGESTED FABRICS: Cotton Blends, Poplin, Linen and Gabardine. Were the instructions easy to follow? I did make the petite ...
