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The Un-Mermaid African Panel Skirt

posted June 29, 2012 / 12 Comments

Apparently Mermaid is big this year. It seems like a rather obscure inspiration, but I found some really great images of mermaid-y iridescent garments [...]
Contributor Creations On Trend Challenge
The “Pretty Ways” Cropped Hoodie

posted June 28, 2012 / 14 Comments

I really really wanted to participate again in June, but my first skirt idea using some stashed wild floral fabric fell flat when I [...]
Contributor Creations On Trend Challenge
The “Three, Three, Three Trends in One!” Ensemble

posted June 28, 2012 / 30 Comments

Can you spot all three trends?? Pattern mixing? Check! Cropped top?? Check!! Bold prints??? CHECK!!! Little ole me is all trendy!! The Sew Weekly [...]
Contributor Creations On Trend Challenge
The Sweeet and Tender Hooligan Bralette

posted June 27, 2012 / 18 Comments

Pattern: Self Drafted Fabric: strapless bra and mens shirt from thrift store $3 Notions: just thread First Worn: Saturday Wear Again: probably Total Price: [...]
Contributor Creations On Trend Challenge
The “Snow White” Cardigan

posted June 26, 2012 / 10 Comments

The Facts Fabric: about 1 metre of wool/nylon blend knit, $1.50 from the Arthur Toye remnant bin years ago Pattern: self-drafted Year: current Notions: [...]
Contributor Creations On Trend Challenge
The “Better Luck Next Time” Shorts

posted June 25, 2012 / 19 Comments

The Facts Fabric: Orange broadcloth from Halloween last year $2 Pattern: Simplicity 0635 from mom’s stash Year: 1990s Notions: 2 buttons, and hook/eye from [...]
Contributor Creations On Holiday
The Whispers in the Dark Dress

posted June 22, 2012 / 22 Comments

Pattern: Du Barry Perfect Pattern 5245 view 1 and Simplicity 4319 for the collar Year: 1941 and 1953 Fabric: 3yds printed poly chiffon $13 [...]
Contributor Creations On Holiday
Purple Patch

posted June 21, 2012 / 30 Comments

The Facts Fabric: 2 metres 100% purple cotton bought on the East Anglian Fabric Trail Pattern: New Look from stash (can’t remember the number [...]
Contributor Creations On Holiday
The “Bad Romance” Slip

posted June 20, 2012 / 14 Comments

The Facts Fabric: about 1.5 metres of lingerie stuff, ~$0.50 from Fabric-a-brac Pattern: Vogue 9350 Year: 1957 Notions: about 1.5 metres of pink ribbon [...]
Contributor Creations On Holiday
The “Staycation” Lounge Pants

posted June 20, 2012 / 19 Comments

The Facts Fabric: The last of my grey striped jersey $4 maybe? Pattern: Simplicity 8088 from mom’s collection Year: 1998 Notions: Ribbon from stash [...]

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Win Indygo Junction’s Coronation Clutch Pattern!

posted June 20, 2012 / 226 Comments

It’s been ages since I’ve hosted a giveaway on The Sew Weekly! Well, readers, I have a treat for you: as part of the [...]
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Upcoming Theme: On Trend

posted June 19, 2012 / 1 Comment

Next week’s theme calls for us to integrate real Fashion (with a capital “F”) by being inspired by runway trends. While the following guide [...]
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10 Things I’ve Learned

posted June 18, 2012 / 38 Comments

I started writing in second person narrative because it felt most comfortable to me. I hope it doesn’t come across as domineering, but rather [...]
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More Diamond Jubilee Inspiration

posted June 1, 2012 / 3 Comments

Here’s a great piece from Vogue about Queen Elizabeth II’s lifetime of wardrobe choices. If you’re still trying to figure out what to make [...]
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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 [...]