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Skirting the Issue
This spring’s skirt trend is one of my favorites. Why? Skirts are pretty easy to make so whether you are beginner or advanced, this is a garment that will work in your sewing room. Skirts can be created from a … Continue reading
Tango This Spring
We started a love affair with tangerine last year and this year its taken over the color palette! Everyone is talking about Pantone’s choice of Tangerine Tango as the color of 2012. We’ve seen it in our European prints since … Continue reading
Winter Light
Who said winter fashion has to be dark and drab? Wearing pale colors in the dead of winter is a great fashion trend this year. Did you see the Golden Globes? Lots of blush tones and soft pastels. It’s time … Continue reading
It’s a Necessary Accessory!
Scarf trends come and go, but one thing is certain, if you are not wearing a scarf this season, you’ve missed a fun trend. Whether they are long, square or shaped, adding that extra color or texture to an outfit … Continue reading
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Cordially Yours
Some historians tell us that Corde-du-roi was the name given to this cotton pile fabric in the 17th century. Worn by servants in the French royal houses, this durable fabrication gained popularity with the townspeople and spread to the … Continue reading
The First Print?
One of the most well-loved decorative designs is the paisley. Named for a village in Scotland (more on that later), the paisley claims roots in many cultures: India, China, Middle East and Europe. One legend I read reported the paisley … Continue reading
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Paisley Trend
Paisley is back and in full swing this fall. You can find this design in cotton prints, knits, jacquards and embellished fabrications. Read more about the history of this traditional design in Barb’s Blog. Through the years artists from all … Continue reading
White–The Forever Trend
It never gets old, it’s classic, it’s everywhere. That probably means it isn’t a trend by definition, but each year all the “fashion experts” extol the virtues of white as if it were a new idea! What is new are … Continue reading
Plaids for Every Season
Barb asked me to offer up some thoughts on plaid and fashion as I prepare to start a plaid sew along. I have a real weakness for plaid and striped fabrics, and the benefits of a plaid, as far as … Continue reading
Mad for Madras
Nothing says summer like madras…cool, refreshing in fiber (cotton) and color. Yes, we know you could make a patchwork yourself! But truly wouldn’t you rather have it all done for you and all you have to do is construct the garment? We … Continue reading
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