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10 Jan New Year’s Spirit! Vogue 8241

Posted at 11:55h in Mood Fabrics, Uncategorized, Vogue Sewing Patterns by goodbyevalentino 116 Comments

I started the New Year generous in spirit by making a dress for my daughter. It’s been over 15 years since I have heard “Will you make me a dress, Mom? ” and she wasn’t referring to a Children’s Corner or Martha Pullen pattern anymore. Mimi wanted a formal dress. Not only did I make a dress for Mimi, but I made a dress for Mimi with my Mood Fabrics allowance using this baby sequined fabric with a poly-knit mesh base lined with matching china silk. I bought the fabric at Mood NYC and understand there is a good amount available. I have linked you...

08 Jan Odds & Ends – Plus a New Top!

Posted at 20:45h in Craftsy, McCall's Sewing Pattern, Mood Fabrics, Ready to Wear Fast, Sewing Tops, Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 56 Comments

While I wait for my Mood Fabrics to publish my first garment-of-the-year post, I believe it's a good time to clarify a misconception among some readers. I have recently received several comments from readers who believe I have continued my RTW Fast into a second year. Not so...

31 Dec Hits – Misses – Reflections – Inspirations – Goals

Posted at 09:56h in Uncategorized by goodbyevalentino 73 Comments

2012 was a great year full of new adventures for me which included more sewing than I thought I was capable of. I know by now that even our mistakes are worthwhile, although it's the successes I like to celebrate. Below is my honest appraisal of the Best and Worst of 2012 :) HITS TOP FIVE HITS - NEW PROJECTS Vogue 8648 - The first thought that pops to mind is - "Thank you, Susan Khalje for teaching me how to make a dress that fits!" What a winner this is :) Vintage Simplicity 7715 - Though I don't have the opportunity to wear this...