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Mu
Madison, NJ
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From Head to Toe
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I finished the socks! These were my first pair and as such are not that bad. A few small mistakes along the way caused that each fits slightly different ... or it might be my feet. Well, I have a... Continue reading
Posted Mar 22, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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Knitting
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Good news and bad news ... the kimono I was working on was all finished but had to be completely undone. I was twisting stitches all along which resulted in whole another garment ... not flattering on me whatsoever. Good... Continue reading
Posted Mar 15, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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Antro Top
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I was seduced by the Antropologie mania and made my own version of the stripy top. I would even wear it if it were not for one small detail. I did not take into the consideration stretchiness of the knit... Continue reading
Posted Mar 2, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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The serious version
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Previously I posted about a pair of pants I made of richly maroon fabric. Well, they were my muslin version. Yesterday I finished the "real" thing. Made of gray corduroy, with a lot of nifty details. Alterations: a slightly narrower... Continue reading
Posted Feb 27, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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Future projects
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I cut the pieces for another pair of pants. identical to the previous maroon pair. Now they ferment to become a pair of pants. ... meaning, I don't feel like working on them now. Also: I have a piece of... Continue reading
Posted Feb 18, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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My Raspberry Man
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Well, my man had a favorite pants. Unfortunately, as all in life, they reached the end of their useful life. I used them to practice my sewing/drafting skills. Following is the photo story: I apologize for this picture, they are... Continue reading
Posted Feb 15, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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Baaa
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A new yarn shop opened in our town. I could not resist. Plus it is always nice to support local business, even more so, knowing that the owner is our neighbor. The snow storm that hit New Jersey came in... Continue reading
Posted Feb 11, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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Linen Refashion
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I adore old linen. Co-incidentally, our local antique shop announced 50% sale on all items. I had the luck of being there at the right time and finding very soft old bed sheet large enough for our windows. I shortened... Continue reading
Posted Feb 9, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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Butterfly Blouse
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Friday last week I had finished the butterfly blouse. It was very easy to use the Patrones pattern, even in spanish which I do not speak. I am happy with it and will wear it when the warm weather comes.... Continue reading
Posted Feb 8, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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My problem is usually finishing it once it is almost done--if I can "see" the finished product, to me it's often easy to quit! Dumb, huh, if I can't wear it! Donna, I noticed this about myself likewise. In my case, I can get easily discouraged if the item does not look the way I wanted it to or I thought it would. I noticed also though, that it is the finishing touches that the item needs to look the way it is supposed to. Needles to say, I also have a few half finished projects laying around. Previously I posted a picture of a navy blue skirt ... I started this one last year in August, I just finished it a week ago. I does give me a feeling of completion to take something to the end ... go figure!
Toggle Commented Jan 28, 2010 on On my table at Wardrobe Refashion
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Hi Donna, not yet. I just washed it, will iron it and cut into it. I might finish it sometime next week. I will post. Thanks for the input. Back to your previous reply ... it is greatly satisfying to be able to make one's own clothing. I highly recommend it! I myself started sewing again (being on a break since I was 10),and it is one of my favorite activities now.
Toggle Commented Jan 28, 2010 on On my table at Wardrobe Refashion
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On my table
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I just finished tracing the pattern for this blouse from Patrones Winter 2009. This is the first time I am using Patrones. So far I worked with BWOF and Hotpatterns with not so satisfying results. Back to the blouse ...... Continue reading
Posted Jan 28, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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Hi Sigrid, Thank you. Yes, the neck is hand finished. I simply rolled it in and whip stitch it.
Toggle Commented Jan 28, 2010 on Over time at Wardrobe Refashion
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These are some good looking and well done bras. I wish I could make my own ... especially given that a good bra can be rather costly item. Can you post a link to who organized the workshop? A tutorial, please?
Toggle Commented Jan 27, 2010 on New bras !!! at Wardrobe Refashion
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NEAT!
Toggle Commented Jan 27, 2010 on Hello! This was my project I made last week, just... at Wardrobe Refashion
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Over time
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These are some of the item I made since I singed up. The T-shirts are traced from old Gap long sleeve T. They came out great and are super easy to make. I guess Gap lost one customer. The skirt... Continue reading
Posted Jan 26, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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This is really stunning. Great craftsmanship.
Toggle Commented Jan 26, 2010 on Baby birdie quilt at Wardrobe Refashion
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I rather like this also. Would you please post a picture of the finished project?
Toggle Commented Jan 24, 2010 on fabric made from scraps at Wardrobe Refashion
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Finally!
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I started this baby blanket 4 months ago. Normally it should not take so long but life happened meanwhile. I managed to finish it yesterday! Feeling accomplishment and closure. It was a lot of top stitching and a lot of... Continue reading
Posted Jan 22, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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Japanese got it right again
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I was planning lots of sewing today, but managed to make just these 2 skirts. They are great though. I am very happy with my work. They will go to 2 lovely girls. Plus a preview of one of 2... Continue reading
Posted Jan 22, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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Japanese got it right again
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I was planning lots of sewing today, but managed to make just these 2 skirts. They are great though. I am very happy with my work. They will go to 2 lovely girls. Plus a preview of one of 2... Continue reading
Posted Jan 19, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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I love it! I like how "structural" it is. The white gives is softness.
Toggle Commented Jan 17, 2010 on not actually done yet: botanical wool max/owl helmet hat at Wardrobe Refashion
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really great top. beautiful fabric too. I also like the Japanese touch to it. Very well done.
Toggle Commented Jan 15, 2010 on 3/4 pants to a top at Wardrobe Refashion
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Big pants to small pants
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My old cords shrunk over the years of washing and the thighs were all worn out so with a helping of a scraps I turned them into a play pants for our friends daughter. She is fond of Pippi. I... Continue reading
Posted Jan 11, 2010 at Wardrobe Refashion
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I love your work on ETSY. What do the bags feel like to the touch after they are finished?
Toggle Commented Jan 6, 2010 on Latest upcycled bag at Wardrobe Refashion
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