Tag Archives: sewing

To Muslin or Not to Muslin

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Barb

Burdastyle raised this question this week with a how-to article.  I was surprised at the reaction of some of the commenters on the blog. I am always interested in what my readers have to say. Do you muslin?   I don’t recall … Continue reading →

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Choosing the Right Fabric for Your Vision: Pants

Posted on October 25, 2010 by Barb

You’ve decided you want to make a new pair of pants.  You know the general style you want, but have not yet limited yourself to one pattern.  Of course, if you have a successful fit pattern (sloper), then you can … Continue reading →

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The Starting Point… Pattern or Fabric?

Posted on October 2, 2010 by Barb

Some of the most common problems discussed among sewers, new or experienced,  is the challenge of matching pattern to fabric.  We hear this a lot from our customers and I thought I would take a few posts over the next … Continue reading →

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Essential Elements: Fit

Posted on July 4, 2009 by Barb

In my opinion there are four essential elements to producing a garment that you will love.  First, there’s the vision–the creativity of your minds eye. Then there’s the fabrication and findings–top quality breeds top quality, no exceptions. Thirdly, fit–who wants … Continue reading →

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Fabric Stash Encore

Posted on May 21, 2009 by Barb

I've written about the "stash" before, but I thought it was worth re-visiting just to quote another person on the subject. In addition to sewing, I love to cross-stitch.  It's a comfortable craft that requires less of me, especially if … Continue reading →

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How to Sew a Tee

Posted on October 9, 2008 by Jennifer Stern

Visit jsterndesigns.com to view and purchase the tee shirt pattern Jennifer will be making in our Sew Along. The style is fresh and distinctive. It looks so comfy! In the video you’ll see it made up in all three versions … Continue reading →

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Sewing and Self-Reliance

Posted on July 1, 2008 by Barb

What draws us back again and again to the sewing room?  I’m always fascinated with the sewing journey that many have taken.  Some of us started as children and went through the dreaded home ec classes to eventually find our … Continue reading →

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An English Tailor

Posted on March 18, 2008 by Barb

For those who love tailoring, you’ll enjoy this short video about a Savile Row tailor who moved his business north to the countryside.  There’s a delightful visit to a cloth merchant which showcases a cashmere suiting along with some nice … Continue reading →

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See It, Sew It

Posted on January 10, 2008 by Barb

What fun to see a fabric we carry, made up in a darling outfit!  We love it when we get pictures from our customers and we try to share so all can see.  But this time, we spied the fabric … Continue reading →

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The Tailor

Posted on June 29, 2007 by Barb

Well, it was time for a new suit and hubbie and I went off for the hunt last weekend.  I knew the hunt would not last long.  He’s a decisive hunter and wants none of the "gathering" techniques of his … Continue reading →

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