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Cynthia Rowley Pattern Giveaway
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2012-05-19T11:49:37.000Z
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<p>Our New Giveaway is a pattern, that has been chosen as one of the <a href="http://sewing.patternreview.com/article/020712" target="_blank">best patterns 2011 on PatternReview.com</a>:</p>
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<div><div><p> Simplicity Cynthia Rowley Misses Dresses…</p>
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<p>Our New Giveaway is a pattern, that has been chosen as one of the <a href="http://sewing.patternreview.com/article/020712" target="_blank">best patterns 2011 on PatternReview.com</a>:</p>
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New Giveaway
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2012-05-01T12:00:00.000Z
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<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">The Butterick Retro pattern winner is <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001697712105" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kate Hope</a> . It is a beautiful fitted dress pattern, absolutely stunning, I really hope she will enjoy making and wearing the dress- it is very flattering for any figure. I would love to see the final results, go for it Kate, email me some pics, if you do make it- we can feature them here!!!!! Congrats! <br/> <br/> <br/><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://shop.aroundtheworldnyc.com/images/lamiadec.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://shop.aroundtheworldnyc.com/images/lamiadec.jpg" width="235"/></a></div>
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Now our next giveaway is quite good as well- it is a november 2011 issue of La Mia Boutique magazine. Here i just a little peep of what is inside- I think this issue is absolutely fabulous, hate to give it away, honestly:<br/> <br/> <br/>
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Betty J. Paper Bag Skirt
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2012-04-25T19:44:31.000Z
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<br/><u style="font-weight: bold;">Inspiration:</u> originally made by Rachel from <a href="http://houseofpinheiro.blogspot.com/2012/04/making-of-betty-jacksons-paper-bag-vol3.html" target="_blank">House of Pinheiro</a>, based on <a href="http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/autumn-winter-2009/ready-to-wear/betty-jackson/full-length-photos/page/2#/image/21" target="_blank">Betty Jackson Paper Bag skirt (Ready-To-Wear AW 2009/10 collection)</a> ,<br/><b><u><br/></u></b><br/><b><u><br/></u></b><br/><b><u>Pattern:</u></b> As you know I have only started seriously working with CAD pattern drafting, and I have encountered a few issues with drafting on the screen. To start with as it looks quite scaled, it is much harder to judge the measurements and distances. So what you "draw" on the screen can be different when it is printed out in real size. I had to alter the pattern three times before the final version. I probably had all those alterations avoided if I was drawing on a piece of paper.</div>
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<li>The ribbon must be no wider than 4cm, and it should be sewn ON the right side of each flap, about 3-4 cv into it, and not into the seams of the flap, like mine. Also my ribbon is way too large- i am going to look for a more suitable one and will change it later.</li>
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<p><i> </i> <br/> I am very happy to offer yet another <a href="http://www.burdastyle.com/patterns" target="_blank">PDF pattern</a> and I would absolutely love to see more versions of Betty J skirt! So if you decide to whip yourself up one of them, you can upload your Betty J project and connect it to me on Burdastyle.com (just choose "based on existing project" <u style="font-style: italic;">Betty J Paper Bag Skirt</u> ) or you can upload it on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sewingandstyleden" target="_blank">Sewing And Style on Facebook</a>.</p>
<p>And just before I go- our <a href="http://sewingandstyle.blogspot.com/p/april-giveaway.html" target="_blank">April Giveaway</a> is still on, so don't miss out!<br/><i><br/></i></p>
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Gwyneth Skirt review and Free Pattern
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2012-04-19T14:00:14.000Z
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<p><b><u>Pattern Sizing:</u></b> I used 34</p>
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<p><u><b>Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?</b></u> As I was recreating a different skirt type, I have to say that I am very happy with the final result.</p>
<p><b><u>Fabric Used:</u></b>Double knit jersey, satin bias tape, brass zipper</p>
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<p><b><u>Technique used:</u></b> <a href="http://sewingandstyle.blogspot.com/2012/04/bias-tape-and-mitered-corners-tutorial.html" target="_blank">Bias tape and Mitered Corners</a></p>
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<p><b><u>Pattern alterations or design changes:</u></b>I transferred the side darts into pleats on the waste in the front. Then I added 5" (15cm) extra to the centre front for a wrap effect piece. The left side of the zipper is attached directly to the skirt panel beside the pleat, the right side is sewn under the edge of the wrap. I placed the right pocket a little higher than the original, as it was pulling the back of the skirt out of shape, probably due to the fabric difference. (Originally suiting flannel is used)</p>
<p><b><u>Conclusion:</u></b>I love the pattern and the skirt came out quite nicely- I wore it to do some shopping and noticed how every female passing me was eyeing the skirt- what a great feeling! Also the original price must be somewhere around £££ when I ended up spending around £10 - some value!!!!</p>
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Bias Tape and Mitered Corners- Tutorial
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2012-04-13T11:27:09.000Z
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<div><p>A quick definition: <b>Bias tape or bias binding</b> is a narrow strip of fabric, cut on the bias (UK cross-grain). The strip's fibers, being at 45 degrees to the length of the strip, makes it stretchier as well as more fluid and more drapeable compared to a strip that is cut on the grain. </p>
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<div><p>Before applying the bias, it is a good practise to prep it by stretching it under the steam (using your iron). It is trickier when the bias tape is pre-made (commercial) as you might have to fold and press it back to shape. In case of a pre-made tape, try pulling it lengthwise to stretch. The prepped bias will be narrower than unprepped version, but it will be ready to apply to the garment without the risk of it pulling the fabric or distorting the shape later on. It is absolutely vital to prep the bias for finishing curved edges, like armholes and necklines. </p>
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<div><p>Fold the bias tape over the seam allowance, make sure that folded tape is wide on the inside. Pin inside the seam and check on the inside, that the pin caught the edge of the bias tape. That is precisely why having one side wider is important. Tuck the corners in creating a lovely neat milted. Pin frequently. </p>
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<p><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-A8rMXvYEOF8/T4W5CUyUZhI/AAAAAAAABDY/9iF0ZgMUF5M/s1600/bias_with_corners_tute-trio.JPG"><img border="0" height="544" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-A8rMXvYEOF8/T4W5CUyUZhI/AAAAAAAABDY/9iF0ZgMUF5M/s640/bias_with_corners_tute-trio.JPG" width="640"/></a></p>
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<div><p>Topstitch in a seam ditch, but always make sure the tape on the inside is overlapping the seam! That is why careful pinning is so important. Backstitch. P.S.: Some seamstresses like pinning along the bias tape, but with the satin tape, I found the pins leave the hole marks, so try to pin into the seam ditch, rather than the tape itself.</p>
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<div><p>This technique is super easy to apply, even for beginners, just take your time and pin, pin, pin! </p>
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Sewing And Style Den - APRIL GIVEAWAY!!!!!
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2012-04-04T11:30:00.000Z
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<p>This month (April 2012) we are giving away this wonderful sassy retro dress pattern:…</p>
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<p>This month (April 2012) we are giving away this wonderful sassy retro dress pattern:</p>
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<div><br/> It is a gorgeous semi-fitted dress, mid-calf has gathered shoulders and back zipper. Very elegant indeed!</div>
<div><p> The GIVEAWAY runs through the whole month of April with a deadline at Monday 30th April 2012 at midnight GMT. The lucky winner will be announces in the first days of May and will be chosen at random. This giveaway is open internationally and includes shipping!!!!</p>
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