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A few weeks ago we met with our fabric rep, Diana, and ordered some fantastic new fabric. I mentioned that Nan and I fell in love with this brown corded sequins net, mostly because the swatch was ...
Read moreThis must be the millionth Datura blouse I’ve made, but it’s one of my favorite patterns, so I’ll probably make it another million times. This one I lengthened by 3″ so I could wear it with legging...
Read moreWe’ve got some great new fabric, trim, and buttons coming!! Here’s a sampling of some we’ve already received: First is a polyester knit with a large floral tropical print. This would make a great t...
Read moreMy sister asked me to make her a laptop case. Here it is! I found a tutorial here. It was very easy to follow, and the author provides great images. The outside pocket was of my own invention. The ...
Read moreThe Deer & Doe Sureau pattern is described as a “mid-season dress.” To that I say, “Not if I make it out of wool!” So here is my wintery Sureau. Mid-season in Cleveland can get pretty cold, so ...
Read moreOkay, I know I probably won’t be able to see grass or dirt for another two months at least, but I am already planning my garden!!!! I found a community garden near my apartment, and even though I d...
Read moreIt’s cold in Cleveland. Need something to keep you busy indoors? How about a faux-furry circle scarf! Honestly, this probably won’t help, because it took me a half hour to make. But it’ll be great ...
Read moreWe’ve got new fabric! Nan and I met with a fabric rep from Michael Miller a couple weeks ago, and the first shipment just came in yesterday! You can view all of our new fabrics in our online store ...
Read moreInspired by the translucency of the petticoat I made for my friend’s skirt, and how beautifully the light came through the skirt that draped so elegantly over it, I made a new skirt for the pettico...
Read moreNeed a quick gift idea? If you can sew a straight(ish) line, you can make these belts! Here’s how: Select a ribbon that you love, preferably one that’s not wider than your belt loops, and pair it w...
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