This week, it’s all about the colors! This was the process I went through to dye the three complimentary layers of my dress’s silk circle skirts - some tricks I learned along the way, and the error in judgement that resulted in the most wonderful wedding arch drapery.
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Baby Gifts for Practical Parents
This week, I’ve got a whole set of baby clothes to share with you! Their intended recipient is already nearly grown out of the first size range, but it’s a good thing I’ve made multiple sizes for him!
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Embroidered Tulle Cut-On Sleeve Shirt
A quick and easy cut-on sleeve top - perfect for summer, in the middle of winter. As you do.
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Summer Sewing for the Beach
In Which our blogger is not at all still at the beach - but also in which there are a lot of pictures. Also: Unselfish Christmas Sewing!
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The Monthly Draft 4: A Great Big Body Block Resource Post
In which our blogger tackles drafting and fitting the most basic of patterns - and arguably the most important of all - one wrinkle at a time.
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The Monthly Draft: Ep 2, A Five Panty Drafting Party
In this episode of The Monthly Draft, we're making undies! I'll show you how to draft a basic block, including a look at stretch factors, and then give you four variations to get you on your way to making a whole drawer full of fabulous panties!
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Garter Belt: Testing, 1..2...
In Which our Blogger continues to make foundation garments, investigates the history and social connotations of those foundation garments, and this time employs a (plastic) model to help with the photography. Also - warm legs are had by all.
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Moto-Hacking the Ginger Jeans
In which our sewist makes metal-studded motorcycle jeans - and guides you through the process to make your own!
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Antique Pink: Attempting 'Neutral'
In which the goal is not achieved, but the result is pretty nonetheless. Our Blogger makes an antique pink bra with strappy detailing, and considers a comparison to the partial band bra.
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My Capsule Wardrobe, and MMMay Wrap-Up
A Successful Me Made May, and the completion of the Capsule Wardrobe! Plus, an investigation of the wardrobe planning tool Style Book, and many, many outfit photos.
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