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Tag Archives: Crafts
Tank Top Dreams and Gout
I had some great summer sewing plans, but as sometimes happens life gets in the way. More about that below. Using Pattern Master Boutique, I wanted to perfect the fit of a tank top and also test other tank top … Continue reading
Posted in Babylock, Bernina, Pfaff, Sewing, Sewing Patterns, Sewing Projects
Tagged Babylock Evolve Wave, Crafts, Fiber Arts, Halo Thread, Hem, Kwik Sew, Lousie Cutting, Pattern, pattern master boutique, Sewing, Shopping, Sleeveless shirt, Supplies, Tank Top, wild ginger, YLI Thread
14 Comments
Vogue 1291 Sandra Betzina’s Todays Fit
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July 18, 2012
Tagged Blouse, Crafts, knits, Neckline, Pattern, Patterns, rayon, Sandra, Sandra Betzina, Seam allowance, Sewing, Shopping, Supplies, Textile, todays fit
4 Comments
True Bias
Although I’ve been sewing for many years, I’ve just completed my first bias skirt. A medium weight tightly woven cotton print is the fabric. I did much research on this and found some basics. Most of the advice was to … Continue reading
Not meant to Sew today.
Most of you know I’m a Bernina girl. My 830E sewing machine is exquisite but I admit I was annoyed with the needle threader only working ‘sometimes’ ::sigh:: Today I was going to sew all day and finish a lounging … Continue reading
Posted in Bernina, Pfaff, Sewing Machines, Sewing Projects
Tagged Bernina, Bernina Iron, Business, Crafts, Gathering foot, Machinery and Equipment, Pfaff, Sewing, Sewing machine, Shopping, Textile, Textiles and Nonwovens, Threads
2 Comments
Shoulder Princess Shirt with Pattern Master Boutique
I’ve spent the past few weeks working on my slopers for Pattern Master Boutique and Pattern Master Boutique for knits. This software is made by Wild Ginger and I’ve owned it for several years. The software has been updated and enhanced … Continue reading
Posted in Babylock, Bernina, Brother, Sewing, Sewing Machines, Sewing Projects
Tagged Blouse, Buttonhole, Clothing, craft, Crafts, Customer service, Design, Measurement, muslin, Pattern, patternmaster, princess seams, sew, Sewing, sewing pattern, sewing patterns, Shopping, sloper, Supplies, Textile, wild ginger
7 Comments
Dolls Dolls Dolls
I love to make dolls! I’ve been making dolls since the 80’s and I remember the meticulous planning that went into it. The first one was a soft sculpture ‘cabbage patch’ type from a McCalls Pattern. How carefully … Continue reading
Posted in Sewing, Sewing Projects
Tagged Art, Crafts, Doll, Doll Making, Julie McCullough, Pattern, Sewing, Shopping
3 Comments
Fun and Easy Pillow Cases
Pillow cases are easy and fun to make. If you need to use up some of your “stash,” pillow cases fill the bill perfectly. They make wonderful gifts and even kids love them. You can use whimsical fabrics, or artsy … Continue reading
Posted in Bernina, Sewing, Sewing Projects
Tagged Arts, Bernina 830, Crafts, Embroidery, Fiber Arts, Pillow, Sewing, Shopping, Supplies
5 Comments