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05 Mar 3 Dresses 3 Fits 3 Looks

Posted at 10:18h in Ruffles, Sewing Books, Sewing Dresses, sewing patterns, The Tunic Bible, Tunics, Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 47 Comments

Maybe you go through color phases like I do. I don't know where they come. Two years ago I was all about orange but lately I've been partial to blue and green. Recently, the delightful fabric designer Jennifer Paganelli sent Julie and me selections from her Hotel Frederiksted collection. We each made a tunic for one of our book signings at Quiltcon in Savannah last week. The fabrics are quilting cotton which isn't always recognized as garment friendly, but one can have fun with the great prints found in quilting cotton, and create cute casual garments! Here's mine. I decided to make a...

11 Feb A Contest and A Giveaway!

Posted at 07:16h in Goodbye Valentino Giveaway, Mood Fabrics, Mood Sewing Network, Sewing Books, Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 80 Comments

Actually the header should read a contest and two giveaways! Last month several of the Mood Sewing Network members sewed projects from African Waxed Cotton. The store liked the results so much it decided to host a Facebook Contest. The winner receives two $50.00 gift certificates. One to keep and one to share with YOU! Click HERE to vote for your favorite! The contest runs through February 15th, and obviously, I hope I receive the certificate to share with you ;) ______________________________________ In the meantime Beth Byrge, from 110 Creations and author of A Sewist's Notebook has written a new book entitled A Sewist's Swatchbook designed to help...

06 Feb Style Arc Head to Toe!

Posted at 06:00h in Mood Fabrics, Mood Sewing Network, Sewing Tops, Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 74 Comments

This week of sewing has been all play and no work ;) I simply love sewing with no agenda, deadlines, hardcore plans, and all of the other issues that can pile on the pressure. I have been beyond eager to sew a cold-shoulder top. I see them everywhere, and after one attempt and mediocre result last spring I'm at it again. Fortunately, the pattern companies now offer many more selections, and I had a better vision. For this top I selected the Style Arc Cold Shoulder Knit Top. I have no affiliation with Style Arc Patterns, but now that I can buy them with...

29 Jan African Waxed Cotton Challenge

Posted at 12:28h in McCall's Sewing Pattern, Mood Fabrics, Mood Sewing Network, Ruffles, Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 62 Comments

What's better than a little black dress?...

17 Jan McCall’s 4710 Silk Skirt and a Ruffle Neckline Top

Posted at 07:32h in Mood Fabrics, Ruffles, Sewing Skirts, The Tunic Bible, Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 54 Comments

We've just returned from Miami and while there we anticipated limitless photo possibilities for my latest make, but the stars didn't align for us...

09 Jan Wintertime in McCall’s 6802

Posted at 06:03h in sewing with knits, Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 102 Comments

After taking time off to promote The Tunic Bible, it's w o n d e r f u l to be blogging for The Mood Sewing Network and Goodbye Valentino again :) Happy New Year !!!! I completed my first make of 2017 just in time for our annual one-inch snowstorm, and if this fabric is wool then I'd like to be a sheep in my next life...

01 Nov Houston, Atlanta, and a Giveaway from……!

Posted at 08:24h in C&T Publishing, Sewing Tunics, The Tunic Bible, Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 281 Comments

It's true. We had no idea how time consuming our first book would be, yet it's an accomplishment Julie and I are proud of. I encourage anyone with a book idea to pursue it since you never know who might be interested in publishing your work ...

17 Sep New Website and Giveaway!

Posted at 12:48h in C&T Publishing, Goodbye Valentino Giveaway, Sewing Tunics, The Tunic Bible, Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 33 Comments

It is with great excitement that Julie and I announce a companion website to our upcoming book, The Tunic Bible, thetunicbible.com. Not only is the website designed to enhance your tunic sewing experience, thetunicbible.com will allow me to post far less tunic material on goodbyevalentino.com. So you might say this is one of my last tunic posts on Goodbye Valentino ;) Julie and I have sewn over 60 tunics during the last 16 months, and became intrigued with several tunic designers. In the beginning it was Sail to Sable, followed by Tory Burch , then Gretchen Scott and others. We accumulated a...

13 Sep Butterick 4735 With a Twist

Posted at 10:16h in Butterick Patterns, Sewing Tops, The Tunic Bible, Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 102 Comments

It’s a girl :) Greetings from Scottsdale where I’ve been since September 3, celebrating one of life’s greatest miracles ~ the birth of little “Birdie” born September 1. Hubby and I are truly thrilled to be first-time grandparents to such a precious bundle of joy! Can you believe it, dear Readers? I started Goodbye Valentino as a new empty nester. In 5 short years, I’ve gained two son-in-laws, a new puppy and a granddaughter. My husband and I have each lost a beloved parent, and I’ve written a book to be published in 18 days. Please accept my heartfelt gratitude for hanging with...

20 Aug Oprah Magazine’s 13 Top Fit Tips

Posted at 17:30h in Butterick Patterns, Sewing Skirts, Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 64 Comments

In the current issue of The Oprah Magazine, Adam Glassman, O's creative director shares his guidelines for looking your best, no matter the trends. 1. Start with a Good Foundation - Check 2. Wear Your Actual Size ...