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18

Fabulous Vintage Patterns

November 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment

So Vintage Patterns has absolutely exquisite sewing patterns. They are truly vintage, not reproductions. They stock over 4000 patterns from the 1900’s on up.
And, even have a huge assortment of Movie Star Patterns. These particular patterns from the 1930s and 1940s featured popular movie stars such as Carol Lombard, Olivia De Haviland, Betty Grable, Katherine [...]

Nov

5

Bunny Baby

November 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Part of the fun it seems to me in having babies, is to be able to dress em up. I have visions of myself with my own mini me dressed in matching ensambles lunching at a chic cafe. Ooh, does that sound very Joan Crawford? Ah, I guess that is why I have a dog!
Maybe [...]

Nov

4

Vote!

November 4, 2008 | Leave a Comment

I found this super Patriotic applique’ from A Treasures Nest.
I can’t think of a better way to remind people of the importance of voting than with sequins!
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Oct

24

When Fashion Meets Technology

October 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Fashioning Technology: A DIY Intro to Smart Crafting by Syuzi Pakhchyan is a new book brought to you by CRAFT.
This book demonstrates how to blend sewing and assembly techniques with traditional electronics to assemble simple circuits using conductive thread, solder joints for snaps, and switches for buttons. With the sewing machine as a viable substitute [...]

Oct

19

TipNuts for Sewing

October 19, 2008 | 1 Comment

I just came across this marvelous resource! Tipnut.com has a whole lotta lotta info on everything. But man o’ man do they have some great tips for sewers! My fave tidbit is: 50 Tips For Sewing - A Collection Of Timeless Wisdom- seriously offers some very classic sewing advice.
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Oct

17

Adventures of Diesel Contest!

October 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Maeg Yosef of Ranunculae is having a contest to inspire her. Come up with a new adventure for her trusty Diesel and you could win a custom tee shirt. Contest runs through 10/24.
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Oct

16

Is this the end of Project Runway?

October 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Last night was the Project Runway Season Finale. Or Bravo show finale, as the show is said to be moving onto LifeTime television. Last night’s show featured the famed runway show at Bryant Park. If you watch the show then you know Korto, Leanne and Kenley showed their collections.
Kenley’s collection was what she described as [...]

Oct

10

Printing by Hand

October 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment

I love to create printed fabric. I have used various silkscreens in my collections and just love the endless possibilities.
Printing by Hand: A Modern Guide to Printing with Handmade Stamps, Stencils and Silk Screens by Lena Corwin is a fabulous resource for various methods of fabric printing. The author offers some beautifully modern designs [...]

Oct

4

Dressed: A Century of Hollywood Costume Design

October 4, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Since I have reinvigorated my love for old Hollywood Glamour, I just got this book- Dressed: a Century of Hollywood Costume Design by Deborah Nadoolman Landis. Landis is a Hollywood Costumer whose credits include The Blues Brothers and Raiders of the Lost Ark.
This book is SO packed with inspiration! Gorgeous, glamorous gowns abound! Definitely a [...]

Sep

26

Nouveau Stitch

September 26, 2008 | Comments Off

For all you home decor enthusiasts, there is a fabulous new resource on the web. Nouveau Stitch is a Home Decor Sewing Forum that is dedicated to all things related to DIY home fashion. Members can post project info, resources and all their cool home dec sewing finds. It’s easy and free to join!
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