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Tango This Spring

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Barb

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 →

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Winter Light

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Barb

  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 →

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It’s a Necessary Accessory!

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Barb

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

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Barb

  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 →

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The First Print?

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Barb

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

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Barb

 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 →

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White–The Forever Trend

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Barb

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 →

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Plaids for Every Season

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Barb

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 →

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Mad for Madras

Posted on June 17, 2010 by Barb

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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Mixers

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Barb

For a number of years the fashionista has been comfortable with mixing print and stripe in the same garment.  Here choosing fabrics that have common colorations and fabrication pulls the story together. Taken to the next level, mixing two prints … Continue reading →

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