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G.I. Jane
1 commentUsing a pink camo corduroy, my little gand-girl is a Diva's dream. Using a basic A-line jumper pattern (actually a retro Simplicity 6951)I then cut a square of cloth for a front pocket. Using...
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Jump Suit
My project began when I fell in love with a raw silk from Jab. This is the yellow woven jacket material of my two piece jump suit. I had in my closet, an old jump suit that I loved, so I...
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MAD Hatter
I made this Mad hatter costume for a friend of mine, Brian Brady(in the pictures). I made the entire costume from my own pattern I made. I made the long, coat out of cordoroy. The cuffs are...
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Linen Pants
2 commentsI was so excited when I heard about this contest. It was the perfect challenge for me to practice my newfound knowledge on fitting techniques. To make these pants I used McCalls...
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Umbrella Linen Skirt and Jacket
2 commentsUmbrella Skirt and Jacket My 8-gored skirt and matching short-sleeve jacket are constructed from a white antique linen tablecloth that I found in Buenos Aires. The linen is a...
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Easy Summer Linen Jacket
2 commentsFor easy summer sewing I used Loes Hinse's Bolero Jacket #5106 which I had used before and liked the casual fit & ease of construction - no interfacing, no lining. The fabric is a medium weight...
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Express Yourself in Linen
3 commentsCool summer dress in natural linen with boxpleats and tucks in front and pockets made from antique table runner. I modified Simplicity pattern 2933 View A by lowering the neckline and adding...
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Coffee N Cream Long Sleeve Men's Shirt
The fabric used for this beautiful shirt is georgette. I like the look and flow of georgette for men's shirts because it is light and airy but not "see-thru" I love making shirts out of unusual...
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Strike It Rich Gold Trenchcoat
5 commentsThis was an easy and versitile coat to make, I made it out of gold drapery taffeta that has jaquard lines throughout the fabric. I found the most beautiful rhinestone buttons and it just so...
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1950 Belted Topper
4 commentsVintage Butterick pattern, "Boxy or Belted Topper," 1950. I sewed this in a coat-making class at Treadle Yard Goods, St. Paul, MN, Nov.-Dec. 2008. Excellent for warmth and fashion while...
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1941 "Misses' Mannish Jacket" (#3 of 3)
One of a three-jacket project to build tailoring skills.
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1941 "Misses' Mannish Jacket" (#2 of 3)
2 commentsOne of a three-jacket project to build tailoring skills.
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1941 "Misses' Mannish Jacket" (#1 of 3)
6 commentsI fell in love with the drawing and the classic lines of this jacket based on a man's sportcoat. My sewing teacher challenged me to cut and sew three versions at once to...
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Pam's Evening Hobo
7 commentsThis is my updated version of the hobo bag with a snap closure. It's a great evening bag and perfect for the woman that needs to carry more than just a lipstick and cell phone. The bag is...
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Hell in a Handbasket Hoody
15 commentsHell in a Handbasket Hoody has a completely finished basketweave center back and cuffs. This looks incredible! Wherever I wear my jacket, peoples heads turn my way without fail! This particular...
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