Chiffon hem
This technique was given to me by a friend and I’ve used it for everything ever since. It works wonderfully but it really works well on chiffon! Change to a straight stitch plate if you have one. Sew...
View ArticleMonday Morning Musings
Just musing about what my day and this week is going to present in line with the 1912 Sewing Project. Head on over to my blog Mimi O and check it out. Monday Morning Musings Enjoy your day… ~mimi o
View Articlethe pleating board
Hello, I am sorry but I am not Lynn… I am Shelly… <<<NOW FOR THE FUN>>> THE PLEATING BOARD (sorry no Yardage given, It all depends on the finished size you want. Any size goes)...
View ArticleSpring Hat Completed Mock-up and Photos.
New to the VPLL1912 Project, I began with the easy-to-download Spring Hat. Included were a hat illustration, wire armature diagram and minimal instructions, with suggestions for fabrics. It was...
View ArticleTurned Lapped Seams
I really need someone who can draw to illustrate this! I will try, but no promises! For a lapped seam the person must know how to use the stitching line as a guide for seaming. Start with the...
View ArticleFrench Seams: A Tutorial
French Seams: A Tutorial I have written a photo tutorial on french seams. It is in .doc format and can be found in my blog.
View ArticleFinishing the Ladies Duster Vintage Pattern Lending Library 1912 Pattern #0402
It has been a while since I posted any progress on my coat. There were several setbacks, so I continued with other projects while I rethought aspects of the duster. The further I went down the...
View ArticleSoutache Trimmed Skirt – Vintage Pattern Lending Library #E0162
I was hesitant to make this pattern and took a lot of time to decide on the fabric. I was afraid the style would not be flattering on my figure. I was wrong to be so hesitant…and thrilled with the...
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