As seamstresses we get to be our own stylists, for better or for worse. Therefore, as part of my Silhouette Project, I asked stylist and print guru…… Read more “Talking Print Selection with a Stylist”
Tag: Clothing
Silhouette Project-Ideas and Lists
Since my closet busting a few weeks ago, I’ve been doing my research. There are so many books, articles, and how-to’s that it blows the mind. So…… Read more “Silhouette Project-Ideas and Lists”
The A-Line Skirt-My First Silhouette Project Piece
The A-line Skirt, a universal basic for every woman, is something I can’t remember ever making. When I was watching The Great British Sewing Bee, I realized…… Read more “The A-Line Skirt-My First Silhouette Project Piece”
Re-stitching Infinity
My favorite well-loved “Infinity Dresses” have kicked the bucket. My black one (my LBD) was so thread-bare you could see through it and I had to chuck…… Read more “Re-stitching Infinity”
Fitting and pattern adjustment for my Jacket with a SNAFU
This jacket is Burda 11/2011 Plaid Wool Jacket #115, and I don’t even like the magazine photo. See? The styling is really sloppy. But when I looked…… Read more “Fitting and pattern adjustment for my Jacket with a SNAFU”
Muslins, muslins, muslins!
Finally, I have internet! Though without Facebook, I’ve gotten quite a few things done. Rather than just shoving a ton of stuff into one post, I’m going…… Read more “Muslins, muslins, muslins!”
How to Make an Easy Facing
First, welcome to my first tutorial! This is the method I developed to make facings on patterns that don’t come with them. I hope this is clear…… Read more “How to Make an Easy Facing”
My graduation dress!
Before I left for the US, I mentioned a UFO that needed a zipper and hemming. I packed that dress up, finished it by hand around writing…… Read more “My graduation dress!”
