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Challenge – 2/28/11

posted February 28, 2011 / No Comments

We're working with Colette Patterns this week and sharing our Spring Palette! Get 15% off in March by using the code: SWSPRING at the [...]
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The “As Good As It Gets” Dress

posted February 28, 2011 / 35 Comments

The Facts Fabric: Floral cotton from Alameda Antique Fair – $7.50 for 3 yards, Navy fabric for bodice – $.25Patterns: Colette Patterns CeylonYear: c. [...]
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The “Crazy Bright Springtime” Dress | Sarah Gabbart

posted February 27, 2011 / 45 Comments

Fabric: 2 yards of red broadcloth ($9) and 4 yards of printed cotton ($30) both Fabric.comPattern: Colette MacaronYear: c. 2009Notions: Invisible zipper (16") – thriftedTime to complete: 5 [...]
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The “Floraide” Frock | Adey Lim

posted February 27, 2011 / 26 Comments

Fabric: 3 yards of cotton blend ( I think) fabric from Spotlight US$20 Pattern: Colette OolongYear: c. 2009Notions: Lace US$0.50Time to complete: 5 hoursFirst worn: February 2011Wear again? Definitely! [...]
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The “Bye Bye Summertime” Dress | Veronica Darling

posted February 27, 2011 / 38 Comments

The Facts Fabric: Tablecloth, thrifted $3, Lining Grey Lawn $.20Patterns: Colette Patterns RooibosYear: c. 2009Notions: Vintage zipper $1Time to complete: 7 hoursFirst worn: February [...]
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The “Everybody Loves Parfait” Dress | Debi Fry

posted February 27, 2011 / 31 Comments

Fabric: Purple lightweight curduroy (been in my stash for ages–I think I actually bought it in the States and brought it over with me!!): [...]

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posted June 20, 2012 / 226 Comments

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posted June 19, 2012 / 1 Comment

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posted June 18, 2012 / 38 Comments

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posted June 1, 2012 / 3 Comments

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10 Things I’ve Learned: Cheryl

posted May 29, 2012 / 8 Comments

Tempest over at Fanbloomingtastic wrote a neat little piece on the ’10 Things Learned’ whilst participating in the Sew Weekly Challenges. Seeing as that reflection is key to [...]