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Seam Rip Like a Boss- In Half the Time
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No one likes ripping seams, but it must be done. I’ve had to hone my skills over the years to prevent the unsettling feeling of being in a fitting, all eyes on me in a tension filled silence until someone let’s out a frustrated sigh, the fit model starts stretching and eyes are starting to roll because the seam is taking forever to remove. Is it hot in here? Time is … Read More →
The Cabernet Cardigan: Sewing with Sweater Knits
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Two New Patterns!
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Today is finally the day that I can share my latest and greatest patterns with you!xxxx First up is the Cabernet Cardigan. Confession, I am not a knitter or crochet-er but I do love my sweater cardigans. Rather than spend a small fortune each season at Madewell or Jcrew, I took matters into my own hands to create an easy layering piece that is great for ponte knits or … Read More →
Slim it Down: Make a Wide Leg Skinny
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There are rules that I live by and, more often than not, blatantly break, shatter and reassemble. One rule that I live and die by is how to reduce/increase a pant leg. The Manhattan Trousers are a tapered leg, but not skinny or bootcut. If you would like to change the leg shape, for this or any other pant, this is my recommendation after seeing way too many Pinterest links that … Read More →
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Petite Origins: Hannah Troy
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Petites are rather a new-fangled concept in the context of fashion history. I used to think of the petite section of the department stores was limited to just my grandmothers demographic. However, in recent years petite fashion has had a resurgence and is gaining momentum as retailers (and SBCC patterns) looks to cater to the petite population which can theoretically represent 70% of the female market. It’s not that we are … Read More →
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