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byhandolondon Victoria Blazer

New pattern by BY Hand London. Super cool and versitile.. I call my MC Hammer... surely.. " yu cannot this.." lolUntil May 30th, 2013, There is a chance of winning this pattern on my blog.…
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History Under Cover - My 1920's Tap Pants

      An interesting facet of fashion history is the rather quiet and not so well known area of what is the first layer, what goes hidden -and often forgotten- under peoples' clothing.  I personally would consider it a good thing to bring back at least some of the beautiful and practical vintage lingerie, especially tap pants (or tango shorts  and French knickers as they are also called).   There was, and still is,  an easy decency, discreet fashion, and happy practicality about these pairs of…See More
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margueritedesigns replied to Arnika knight's discussion Pattern ideas, 1 yard of canvas weight fabric
"I reckon it would look great as some kind of travel bag, if that's not too obvious!"
May 9
Arnika knight replied to Arnika knight's discussion Pattern ideas, 1 yard of canvas weight fabric
"Yeah I think I'm going to go with a bag...I really wanted something wearable! But I think a bag is probably the best...thanks!"
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Pattern ideas, 1 yard of canvas weight fabric 4 Replies

I got a little carried away buying this fabric and now I don't know what to do with it! After shipping costs and customs charges it was really expensive but I think its super cute and too scared to commit to cutting something out.Originally brought…Continue

Started by Arnika knight in Resources and Such. Last reply by Kristine Fachet May 13.

London Sewing Meet up

Im running a sewing meet up April 20th. You are invited to join me and other 30 talented sewist for a day of sewing chatter and fabric shopping.Date: April 20, 2013.10:30 Met at V&A. I will be waiting for you at the museum grand entrance.…Continue

Started by Rachel Pinheiro in Meet & Greet Apr 9.

Your favorite pants (trouser) pattern?

I have the worst time finding pants (trousers, for my English friends) that fit properly.  I think I'm going to bite the bullet and start making my own.    I'm an average-sized curvy figure with wider hips and thighs so I like wide-leg trousers or…Continue

Started by Kristine Fachet in Resources and Such Mar 18.

Embellishing purses 3 Replies

I can't seem to break out and add embellishments to make cute little wristlets. I want to, I have beads, buttons, laces and many threads to use. I just don't get it. Need help!!! Any takers??

Started by Bonnie Godwin in Sew Weekly Themed Sew-Alongs. Last reply by Dionne G. Mar 17.

 
 
 

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