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Last night I baked and froze my packet mix cakes. Tonight I've assembled the cake and done the crumb coat. Here's the book's version of how the assembled cake should look: And here's my best effort at keeping it on one platter so it'll fit in the fridge: I tried turning the top layers upside down so they'd be flat but...

Red is the color of fire and blood, and is a very emotionally intense color. This is why it is associated with passion, desire, and love. Studies show that red can have a physical effect, increasing the rate of respiration and raising blood pressure. Wear red when you want to stand out from the crowd and be noticed. Here's how to...

I added 20 new pieces at Couture Allure this week, including fabulous party dresses, designer coats and dresses and a few suits. Be sure to check out all the new things under the What's New tab at the website! Here are a few highlights: 1950s Fred Perlberg red tulle party dress. 1950s black taffeta party dress with big plaid bow. 1960s...

Today I cut the dark charcoal wool /cashmere blend fabric and interfacing for this winter coat: The interfacing is non-fusible hymo which has horse hair in it. I looked for it, and yep, it's really there. There is black hair wrapped around the thread. It's the hair from the horse's tail and it helps keep the fabric and the interfacing snug...

I use to be a magazine junkie! I love them, and one might say I sort of horded them too. But for the sake of eliminating clutter, I can't even begin to tell you how many I tossed out. And after having repeated talks with myself about seriously cutting back on magazine purchases/subscriptions, I rarely buy any at all now, not...

Shown here in rust rayon velvet. Fabrics: Medium-weight Cotton, Linen or Denim, Stretch Velour and Velvet. For more information on Vogue 1147 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...

Shown here unlined in red, boiled wool. Fabrics: Silk Tweed, Gabardine, Cotton Twill, Lightweight Wool, Velveteen, Linen and Boiled Wool and Waterproof Fabrics. For more information on Vogue 1097 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...

Afraid of color? Don’t be! Vogue 1060 Coat, shown here in Cotton. Fabrics: Cotton, Boiled Wool, Upholstery Fabric and Linen. For more information on Vogue 1060 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...

Fabrics: Boiled Wool, Upholstery Fabric and Linen. For more information on Vogue 1060 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...

Here made from an embroidered table covering from India. Fabrics: Boiled Wool, Upholstery Fabric and Linen. For more information on Vogue 1060 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...

If you’ve been thinking of tackling the Lady Grey coat but need a little guidance, this might be perfect for you. Gertie is hosting a Lady Grey sew-along on her blog, complete with instructions for planning, fitting, construction, along with additional tailoring techniques for coat-making. Pretty awesome, huh? I’m also offering 20% off on the [...]...

Sew-alongs are in the air. .. and I want in on the action! Would you be interested in a Gertie-hosted sew-along? I posted the idea on my Facebook page yesterday, and the response was quite positive. Now I'd like to hear from the rest of you too! Here's what I'm thinking: Coats for fall! I know coats are an advanced project,...

The Fall-Winter 1950 Simplicity Pattern magazine is loaded with plaid looks for sewing projects. Care to be inspired for your own home sewing for fall? Above: Green topper coat, Simplicity 3327. Red vest, Simplicity 3298. Plaid skirt, Simplicity 3027. Add a little Louis Vuitton and you're set to travel! Oh, and a sealskin purse. Plaid wool blouse with velvet collar and...

Posted by Susan Khalje An elegant couture opera coat from the 60's inspires and educates...

This Sunday are pages from an Excella Catalog. Enjoy!...

  This easy dolman sleeve coat was a real challenge when made in vinylized leather with faux fur trim. The coat is also lined in rayon. Fabrics: Boiled Wool, Upholstery Fabric and Linen. To purchase Vogue 1060 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet …...

This unlined raincoat is made from vinyl coated linen. Because the coat is unlined, the hem is faced with ribbon to give the inside a bit of pizzazz. Velcrow cuff detailing has also been added. Fabrics: Silk Tweed, Gabardine, Cotton Twill, Lightweight…...

    This is a very wearable coat. Shown here in metallic textured silk. The coat is fully lined in silk charmeuse. Fabrics: Silk Tweed, Gabardine, Cotton Twill, Lightweight Wool, Velveteen, Linen and Boiled Wool and Waterproof Fabrics To purchase Vogue 1097 click here. Return to Sandra’s…...

Yesterday, I showed you some business and dressy looks from Bergdorf Goodman's Fall 1985 catalog. Today, casual pieces from the same catalog. Would you wear any of these looks today? Left: Ralph Lauren gold metallic lurex and wool knit hooded sweatshirt and sweat pants. Pearl choker with detachable pin by Ralph Lauren for Miriam Haskell. Right: Cathy Hardwick purple wool jersey...

I am working on making this beautiful coat for winter and I have a question. I have made a muslin and purchased the wool, but I am wondering if I should interline it in flannel to make it warmer? I have a poll here on my blog, or leave a comment here! I appreciate any advice or thoughts!...

I sewed a muslin this weekend. Boy that was a lot of work! Just the pattern adjustments took a few hours with scissors, paper, tape, pencil and ruler. This is the first time I have sewn a Butterick pattern since who knows when; all I know is they never fit. I got out a pattern (out of Bernina My Label) that...

Hem, originally uploaded by fmirela. It is my coat, or bits of my coat for the BurdaStyle Book. I hope I’m not showing too much, just the details of the stitching that went into it in 5 days. Actually a day and 4 evenings. Back vent and hem details Lining Pleat detail Hanger chain Hem [...]...

I sewed this repro pattern of B4928, I had several problems when I was sewing it, first after I choose my size it was too big, then I had troubles with the hem, this is the result ....

New at Couture Allure this week are some fabulous vintage dresses and coats. Coats are flying out the doors here, so don't miss your chance! Speaking of chances, just a few short days remain to shop our Last Chance Sale and grab a great vintage dress for just $50! 1960s strapless illusion cocktail dress with shoulder drapes. 1960s embroidered mohair coat....

I've made an executive decision today. Friends, you will like it. Trust me (because this is standard dialogue for a politician). I will kiss babies. Lots of babies. I will even give them raspberries on their milk-filled little tummies. And *smile* for the camera. I've decided to go into politics. I'm going to run for election. My policies I hear you...

I really like how the BurdaStyle book coat ended up. It has a somewhat military trench coat feel. It was finished last Friday and I’ll get another chance to see it again on Monday before it is off for 18 months at BurdaStyle. I don’t think I’m allowed to post pictures of the finished product [...]...

I think technically I’m barred from showing you any pictures of the BurdaStyle Book coat along the way until BurdaStyle gives me the okay to do so (which may not be until after the book is published- I don’t really know).  But I figured it wouldn’t hurt to give you a teeeeny tiny taste of [...]...

Is sewn! All I need is to add snaps and sew on the belt loops. I realized last night that the snap fastener I have does not match the snaps I got, so this means another trip to the store. I also need some buttonhole thread for the belt loops, I do not have the [...]...

New this week at Couture Allure are lots of wonderful vintage dresses, a few coats, and a wonderful sweater set! I added 31 new items to the site this week, so this is just the tip of the iceberg. Check out all the new things by clicking the What's New tab at the website. Vintage 60s red and gold jacquard cocktail...

The pattern: The coat: It's winter in Melbourne and Mai li, my 13-year old dog has arthritis. I decided to make her a wool coat from this amazing vintage pooch pattern I bought last year. It has a black wool lining, pearlescent press stud closings and black braided trim. Very silly and cute! More photos on my blog here ....