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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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Get Your Garden On!

Posted on February 26, 2010 by Barb

Large Floral Trend:  this spring is all about large floral statements!  We’ve rolled it out slowly with some subtle selections that speak to the trend without shouting.  Manderley is a two-tone printed cotton twill.  Deep mint green and ivory partner … Continue reading →

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Wear Red Day

Posted on January 26, 2010 by Barb

Ah, the red months!  There are so many occasions to wear red from November through February. Red is a powerful color that excites and energizes.  We can all use a little bit of that in our lives and our wardrobes.  Whether … Continue reading →

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All That Glitters…

Posted on December 8, 2009 by Barb

Every holiday season brings with it glitter and glitz.  This year’s metallics are toned down to a very wearable brushed gold or pewter.  See our Spangle knit in The Bistro or Snow Globe in The Back Room for  a quick … Continue reading →

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Wild Thing

Posted on October 23, 2009 by Barb

Animal prints never really go away, but his year they have been hotter than ever!  We have a few fabrications in stock now that will help you follow this trend in your own voice. You don’t have to be a … Continue reading →

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Leather or Not

Posted on September 25, 2009 by Barb

Leather is very big this year for all sorts of garments.  Using the “real” thing is one way to go, but we’ve found that most customers are interested in the look without the cost, care issues and for some the  moral … Continue reading →

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Windowpane Plaid Pairing

Posted on September 18, 2009 by Barb

Check out this sharp button and fabric pairing! We’re thrilled with how these buttons pick up the mustard color in this sophisticated wool blend double cloth from Carolina Herrera.  The buttons look equally sharp on the deep charcoal solid reverse … Continue reading →

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Country Goes Western with this Duo

Posted on September 10, 2009 by Barb

Hello sewers!  Dixie here, with a trend blast from the button department. One of my favorite tasks at Sawyer Brook is matching buttons to fabric.  It’s fun to see how the button enhances the fabric and sets the mood for the garment.  … Continue reading →

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Welcome to The Bistro

Posted on September 7, 2009 by Barb

What is a trend?  Fads come and go overnight. They are temporary.   Trends are a movement in a particular direction. It’s fun to watch trends.  If you enjoy fashion, then watching the fashion trends can be a hobby and a … Continue reading →

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Yellow Fever in Fashion

Posted on July 4, 2009 by Barb

Yellow Fever?!? This is the good kind — lots and lots of yellow.  I read somewhere recently that the stand-by LBD (little black dress) has become LYD for the summer.  The “must have” color is yellow! As with any “must … Continue reading →

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