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Though we are still in the middle of Indian Summer here in Northern California, I can feel change in the air. The air is crisper in the morning and the sun is a little lower in the sky. This has got me thinking about my fall/ winter dress projects. I have pretty much fell in love with dresses over the past...

This weekend sewing project is almost finish.I haven't sewn the buttons on yet,but I can't wait to show it. Here it is,on Claire. I used Vogue 8515 .The fabric,chambray featuring window pane pin tucks, was given to me by a friend. I love textured fabric.but I certainly didn't want to do all that work. Here's a picture of the pin tucks....

Posted by Victoria North This week on Project Runway, the designers were challenged to turn bridesmaid dresses into something that really could be worn again. The designers were given $50 and a maximum of 2 yards of fabric......

V.I.P by Cranston has submitted this great project for National Sewing Month. The Ruffled Wristlet is perfect for  carrying essentials for a run to the market or a morning of errands, but can do double duty as a darling little bag for a night on the town. We love it!Our thanks to the folks at [...]...

Luvinthemommyhood wraps up Teacup Month with a round-up of teacup themed projects.  You can find links to a number of teacup pincushions, tea cozies, and even a tea wallet.  Go to the Teacup Month wrap-up. [photo from...

Our first project for National Sewing Month has been posted. This video tutorial featuring Abby Wright from American Sewing Guild headquarters shows you step-by-stop how to sew a Kindle or iPad Cover. See the video on the National Sewing Month website...

Se7en gives a list of seven sewing projects that can be done with a pillowcase.  There’s the classic pillowcase dress or skirt, but there are also several projects I wouldn’t have thought of before.  A cutting/assembly diagram gives an abbreviated how-to…...

as previously mentioned here I started a onsie project earlier this month. It posed few trials and is now complete. Read more about it here....

The Great Vintage Shirt Project - Vogue 7198 Introduction Now that I'm back to posting - school starts Wednesday, so no more trips or big family events - I need to work on this month's vintage shirt. I've chosen Vogue 7198 for this month: This blouse has some really interesting pieces, check out that yoke/sleeve piece: This pattern is an unprinted...

Project No. 4 ... My first footie ! ... ran out of yarn on this one... so I'll just have to play musical feet for a little while. Project No. 5 ... My first socks!! ... I just used what yarn I had on hand for this one. I wanted to test out the pattern before I bought more yarn...

Hello everyone! I've been following the Sew Retro community for ages, and don't know why it's taken me so long to join! I really enjoy reading about the variety of projects and ideas that spring up-I'm so glad I can finally jump in the fun. My name is Casey and I blog at Elegant Musings about sewing, vintage fashion, knitting, and...

See, I told you it wouldn't take long! Pattern : Wicked Lace Neckwarmer Yarn : Rowan Silk Wool DK Size : n/a Needles : US 6 circs I originally bought two balls of yarn for this project since I was following the yardage for the pattern, but I ended up needing only one ball instead. It was a nice, easy lace...

Erin, a reader in Michigan, sent me some photos of an embroidery project that she inherited from a friend. I bet many of us can relate to receiving a partial embroidery kit from friends or relatives, and not knowing where to find the missing elements. In Erin’s case, she has the fabric stamped with the [...]...

Readers, what a day I had yesterday! First laundry, which involved washing the approximately 40 dirty dog diapers we use weekly instead of wee wee pads for Freddy and Willy. (Don't ask and pass the Lysol.) Then the suit project, the suit project, the suit project! How did we leave it at the end of yesterday's show? Oh, yes: I...

Let's face it: anybody who blogs about a sewing project while the project is underway is asking for trouble. I liken it to a person who walks around their apartment naked with the blinds pulled up: there's no guarantee anybody's watching but chances are pretty good that somebody's got their eyes on you so you'd better pull your stomach in and...

My friend ange and I are stash busting, both patterns and fabric. This is to be my first project - I hope to finish it in the next week and put up pictures but I am undecided about somethings and wondered if I could get your opinion. 1. Should I pipe the pocket and/or anywhere else on the onsie in order...

Pattern : Jewel from Custom Knits by Wendy Bernard Yarn : Valley Yarns Southwick in Black (pima cotton/bamboo) Size : XS Needles : US 7 circs Love love love this project. I had an idea of a design for a simple tank in my head with a ribbon woven through the neckline so instead of drafting my own pattern, I used...

Here’s a round-up of some projects to get the kids ready for school. Can you tell I’m ready? Be sure to share links to your own back-to-school projects in the comments section. We love to see what you’re making!BACKPACKS, BAGS & POUCHESApple Print Backpack from Alpha Mom.School Bag from Make it Do.Personalize a Backpack from Simply Modern [...]...

I've always loved Audrey Hepburn's and Katharine Hepburn's timeless style. Crisp oxford shirt and trousers for Kate and slim cigarette trousers and ballet neck tops for Audrey. Beautiful! Thinking about their style, I decided that it would be the ideal project for my fall and winter sewing. For more details, including gorgeous vintage patterns, please click here. Don't forget to enter...

On Friday, August 6th, I will be unveiling my fall/winter sewing project for this year. I'm really excited, not to mention inspired, about it! I have been truly humbled and amazed by the incredible feedback you gave me and I'd like to show my appreciation for all of you by hosting a pattern giveaway. For more details, please visit my blog....

Today I am 'sick as a dog'! It's just a head cold but it has knocked me flat on my back. Unfortunately it decided to hit me right before I had to give a pretty important presentation yesterday - it was not my finest performance I'm afraid! So I am home sick today and maybe tomorrow too if I don't improve...

This is the latest joint project between my mom and me. She made the bag itself, I did the cross-stitch and appliqued it on. This was for my grandmother’s birthday (a milestone one), and actually my mom made another bag from the same pattern out of a different fabric to give to her as well. [...]...

The newest season of Project Runway starts tomorrow night at 9pm on Lifetime! Are you psyched? I've been seeing the promos all over my google ads and TV. LOVE, the TV ads. So edgy....

The Great Vintage Shirt Project - Advance 8413 I didn't forget about the Great Vintage Shirt Project - it just was at the bottom of the list for July! I did get it done and actually like it quite a lot. The main interesting features of this shirt is the double pocket and sleeve tabs which are cut on the cross...

I love Patricia’s work, she is such a creative lady and this project using the patterns from security envelopes is just super smart and lovely. Link to tutorial. Similar Posts: christmas embroidery pattern set | reuse sewing pattern tissue paper | how to: button bib necklace | stationery organiser | whipup roundup {Aug wk 3} [...]...

Today's exclusive project from Fa la la la Felt: 45 Handmade Holiday Decorations are these Sweet Trio embroidery hoop ornaments......

Can you believe how excited were were at DIYStyle to find out that one of favorite St. Louis area fashion designers is a contestant on THIS new season of Project Runway! Lucky for us that we snagged an interview with him for DIYStyle long before PR got hold of him Watch the video on [...]...

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I recently finished this 1940s day dress. More details can be found here. Pattern: Finished project:...

O kay after the disaster of my last project, which was a modern pattern (Vogue 2029), I am starting a new vintage pattern creation. ¡And I am excited! Here is the pattern and the fabric. I still need to decide what collar to buy for the collar. At first, I was going to make it out of the same fabric as...