Category Archives: sewing clothes

Superfly!

Posted on June 17, 2013 by

“You look like you’re still on vacation!” I know – I’m just in denial. My vacation was a blast.  If this Superfly fabric by Sis Boom doesn’t make me feel like I’m still on vacation then nothing will! I only … Continue reading →

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It’s June Too Soon!

Posted on June 4, 2013 by

Dear Readers, The conclusion of Me-Made-May ’13 was over four days ago, however, my Me-Made-May ’13 page fizzled out shortly after mid-month …….. hate it when that happens! I diligently wore my Me-Made clothes all month long but taking pictures … Continue reading →

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Anchors Away

Posted on March 8, 2013 by

“I don’t really know how to do casual clothes.”  Oscar de la Renta   I don’t know how to sew casual clothes –  the kind of knock around frocks you wear on the weekend – but I’m going to learn. I … Continue reading →

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A Movement?

Posted on February 9, 2013 by

I am thrilled, elated and joyous that the RTW Fast is catching on. Could  become a movement? In late September I was informed by a reader that the day after I completed my RTW Fast, a sew-a-long inspired by my … Continue reading →

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Le temps de nettoyage!

Posted on January 13, 2013 by

My sewing room looks like an absolute war zone. From pictures knocked off the wall to a floor covered with everything and anything. Would you believe my calendar is still showing August 2011? I started sewing my own clothes on … Continue reading →

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Thanks, Cherry Pix !

Posted on December 12, 2012 by

While waiting for my latest garment post to be published by Mood, I received a lovely surprise! The very clever and always witty Cherry Pix nominated me for the Very Inspiring Blog/One Lovely Blogger award!  Many thanks Cherry Pix!    … Continue reading →

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Lucky 13

Posted on October 28, 2012 by

Maybe it’s just my love of Halloween surfacing, but I often believe the number 13 gets a bad rap. Today I added the 13th committed person to the RTW Fasters’ page and decided it was time for an update.  These … Continue reading →

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From Grim to Grinning

Posted on October 25, 2012 by

What are your plans for All Hallows Eve? After wearing a ratty black cloak for 600 years, I was in the Mood for a makeover.  How do you like it? Since  I’m on call 24/7 , I need a dress … Continue reading →

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Tunic Time!

Posted on October 11, 2012 by

If my favorite garments were ranked by how much wear they receive, this one would get the Blue Ribbon, the Silver Cup AND the Gold Medal.Now I get to see if my most recent tunic dress will earn its place … Continue reading →

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Goodbye Valentino & Mood

Posted on September 18, 2012 by

I just returned from a wonderful two-week vacation and,  WOW, do I have news to share….!!!!!!! Yesterday Mood Fabrics launched its Sewing Network  and guess what? To say I was surprised when Mood Fabrics invited me to be part of … Continue reading →

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