I had an initial look through British Vogue and made notes to myself as I did so. I don't buy Vogue very often but the September issue is good because it has the Autumn Winter collection high lights and I can decide what references I want to take forward into my sewing. The UK climtae is such that the winter clothing...
I have to make a disclaimer here and say that I sew very infrequently from the Big 4 Patterns. I’m so used to the skeletal directions provided by Burda that I find myself almost confused when sewing from Big 4 patterns. So many words! So many markings on the pattern! I pretty much buy every Tracy Reese pattern from Vogue that comes [...]...
I have to make a disclaimer here and say that I sew very infrequently from the Big 4 Patterns. I’m so used to the skeletal directions provided by Burda that I find myself almost confused when sewing from Big 4 patterns. So many words! So many markings on the pattern! I pretty much buy every Tracy Reese pattern from Vogue that comes [...]...
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 in black denim, lined in light-weight cotton. Fabrics: Denim, Linen and Tapestry. For more information on Vogue 1036 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...
Here as a striped sweaterknit vest cardigan. Fabrics: Two or Four-way Stretch Drapey Knits Only. For more information on Vogue 1124 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...
Black open weave lacey knit cardigan with sleeves. Fabrics: Two or Four-way Stretch Drapey Knits Only. For more information on Vogue 1124 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...
Orange linen skirt (Vogue 1045) with red, polyester knit top (Vogue 1085). Fabrics for Skirt: Shantung, Crepe and Linen. Fabrics for Top: Two-way Stretch Knits Only, Drape Knits, Rayon Lycra, Cotton Lycra and Light-weight Silk. For more information on Vogue 1085 click here. For Vogue 1045 click here. Return…...
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...
Our very own Nasrin from Tessuti Chatswood store, is eagerly awaiting news on the arrival of her first grandchild this week.... very exciting!!!! To calm the nerves, Nasrin's been keeping herself busy sewing and last Friday wore this latest creation into work. Using this wonderful Italian double wool knit from a few winters ago - she'd kept this knit in her...
Fabrics: Medium-weight Cotton, Linen, Wool and Stretch Wovens. For more information on Vogue 1110 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...
Fabrics: Shantung, Crepe and Linen. For more information on Vogue 1045 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...
Fabrics: Drapey Knits. For more information on Vogue 1197 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...
Fabrics: Shirting, Linen, Silk Dupioni, Stretch Woven, Chiffon and Georgette. To purchase Vogue 1173 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...
Fabrics: Shirting, Linen, Silk Dupioni, Stretch Woven, Chiffon and Georgette. To purchase Vogue 1165 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...
From (today) 16th - 29th August Vogue are offering you this terrific value offer - Buy 1 Vogue pattern and get a second pattern (of your choice) for FREE ! Now's the chance to stock up on some great new patterns!...
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 …...
Shown here in light-weight denim. Fabrics: Denim, linen, brushed twill, stretch denim and broadcloth. To purchase Vogue 1034 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...
World’s greatest bias skirt with enough ease to camouflage any figure liability. Shown here in a wool plaid cut on the bias. Fabrics: Wool Crepe, Rayon, Challis, Pre-washed Linen and Silk Crepe de Chine. To purchase Vogue 2945 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet …...
Shown here in a silk knit. Fabrics: For moderate stretch knits only: matte jersey and lightweight wool jersey, nylon tricot and stretch tulle. To purchase Vogue 2945 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...
Shown here in a stretch tulle. Fabrics: For moderate stretch knits only: matte jersey and lightweight wool jersey, nylon tricot and stretch tulle. To purchase Vogue 2945 click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet...
Shown here in a wool jersey and closed with an antique pin. FABRICS: Double knit, fleece, sweater knits, boiled wool, lightweight knits and lightweight wovens To purchase Vogue 2949 directly from Vogue Patterns click here. Return to Sandra’s Closet …...
Handkerchief hems and side drapes. You either love 'em or hate 'em. I'm in the love 'em camp. Oh I'll admit that I wasn't at first. I found them a bit odd looking. Until I purchased a top with that hemline treatment. It's one of the most flattering knit tops I own. And trendy. Especially considering the fact that the entire...
Everyone once in a while you come across a pattern that is an absolute dream to put together. The pattern pieces match, the rating is accurate and the outcome is just as you pictured. As you sew you swear the stars must be aligned. Vogue 1027 is one of those patterns. As I sewed I only had one question " why...
I just want to start this post out by confessing that yes...I'm delusional! See, I look at the drawing on the front of this pattern and I see me. In no way am I tall and thin with a flat belly and a small chest...yet I see me in this drawing/outfit! Delusional, right?! *LOL* This is the pattern I'm using for...
Pattern Description: vintage vogue re-issued pattern. halter dress that can be worn strapless with below-the-knee skirt, button front and boned bodice. Pattern Sizing: 4-6-8-10. i cut a 4 at the top and graded out to a 12 at the waist (my actual size) and the bodice across the bust was STILL TOO BIG. i have no idea why there is so...
Does this fabric look familiar? It might, as I posted a photo last February as soon as it arrived in my order from Fabric Mart Fabrics. In fact, that posting was dated just days before we discovered my son had a brain tumor. Last February feels like a lifetime ago, yet in reality it was only five months ago. Five months...
Oooooh.... thanks to Erica for the link to the new Vogues ! DKNY Vogue 1194 : I will absolutely be making this! I have a 3/4 sleeve black knit Ann Taylor dress which has similar lines that I wear to work quite a bit, and I was thinking recently how to make myself a copy. Here we go. Tracy Reese Vogue...
I saw this posted over at View From the Hamster Wheel. I think it will be a big help to me when I'm trying to decide what really needs to be done that day and in which order should it be done. The Mayonnaise Jar and the Coffee When things in...
Happy Fathers Day to the daddy in our house. He got a nice sleep in A mug from Lucy that she made at pre-school A bookmark and card made by Charlotte...
I headed off to the country today with Mr X and Moo Moo in tow, to celebrate my mums birthday Gypsy the mini shetland It was cold and windy and wet.......
I did it! The crumb coating worked like magic. Today's work on icing and decorating the cake was another two and a half hours, which adds up to six and a...
It's only a few days left before the Eid celebration, and I'm down to the last two of this year's order. I am recording them for future reference. I had so...
My three love a good party and this morning the bribe for good behaviour during church was the party we were going to afterwards! And it worked......plus a bag full of...
This Sunday are tons of accessories to finish that vintage look. Enjoy!...
Vanessa from V and Co. shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make colorful bowtie pasta for a child’s play kitchen out of scrap fabrics. These are sooo cute! And...
The rain is pounding against the windows of the bus and because there aren't any window seals, it's pouring down the inside of the vehicle and soaking everything within a five-foot...
That's how I'm feeling — upside down. Don't you think Chili is illustrating that perfectly? ;-) I miss talking to my son. I miss knowing that he's going through all sorts...
Sometimes ,I make a garment that I think is just the “cat’s meow” after I try it on,a few minute after it comes f the sewing machine. Truth is ,I should...
Like? I do. This is Lila Tueller’s Bohemian Bag. The fabrics are all from Anna Marie Horner’s Garden Party line. This was a 2-day project, mainly because you have to wash...
Here is the latest picture of my sewing room. As you may notice, I've made an addition. When my sewing room was highlighted on The Blue Gardenia blog, I mentioned that...
Just a few pics to quickly update you on my Doll Quilt Swap 9 quilt-and then its back to work for me! Here it is with all the pieces fused down...
In October I made up New Look 6802 & really liked how it came out. I promptly pulled out another another knit to make it in, and then ended up packing...
OK so admittedly it was back in August (I've been a TERRIBLE blogger) but back in August my guy & I visited my fave Aussie city for a few days. Four...
This is the cushion cover front I made at Sewjourn. A gorgeous wool felt background and wool scrap circles and this is the arty wobbly shot that is meant to distract...
By now you're very aware that I have been busily sewing for the Living Smart Festival which is on next Sunday at Speers Point Park. Today (Sunday) we are experiencing gale...
I know that everyone is looking for a new garment but somehow I never manage to sew my first day of vacation. Today I actually spent a considerable amount of time...