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Vogue 8643 Apron

Posted on June 26, 2013 by

I wanted a nice apron pattern and found this vintage pattern I liked by Vogue (8643).  I have not purchased a Vogue pattern in many years and they were on sale at JoAnns for $3.99.  The regular price this pattern … Continue reading →

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Lila Tueller – Funked Out Peasant Blouse

Posted on May 26, 2013 by

My friend had purchased this pattern while it was on sale and made two for herself.  I really liked the pattern but had missed the sale so decided to wait.  Then I found out that she purchased the pattern for … Continue reading →

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Reconstructing Thrift Store Finds

Posted on April 29, 2013 by

It used to be that the thought of tearing apart a ready-made garment and altering it brought chills to my neck.  I would always say if I have to pay good money for something and then alter it, it was … Continue reading →

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Simplicity 1793

Posted on March 13, 2013 by

Well yet again I decided to sew a Simplicity pattern knowing all the issues I have had.  This one was no exception to the “I don’t care for Simplicity”.  I was able to fix the one huge problem I saw … Continue reading →

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Amy Butler Blossom Handbag – My Favorite Purse

Posted on December 19, 2012 by

I decided to make the Amy Butler Blossom handbag for my mother-in-law for Christmas.  This is my favorite purse and each time I make this pattern I seem to change a few things. I have been trying to figure out just the … Continue reading →

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McCall’s Pattern 9424 – Pioneer Bonnet

Posted on December 8, 2012 by

I don’t have a lot of little girls to sew for so when I have a chance I usually take advantage of it.  My neighbor was telling me all about her daughter at Thanksgiving time and how she had this … Continue reading →

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McCalls Pattern M6451 View E – Doll Apron Hat and Oven Mit

Posted on December 3, 2012 by

Patterns on sale for $.99 here I come.  I went to JoAnn’s to purchase a specific pattern, more to come on that later, but when patterns are $.99 I am always looking at the 18″ doll patterns. McCall’s 6451 was … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Purse Made with Recycled Jeans

Posted on October 9, 2012 by

I have been wanting to make another purse from my favorite purse pattern for months.  I even purchased several pieces of faux leather from Wal-mart when it was on clearance but just never got around to it.   After purchasing several … Continue reading →

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Jean Skirt with Recycled Pieced Jeans

Posted on October 3, 2012 by

If you have jeans with holes in the knees or frayed hems this skirt is made for those jeans.   I purchased several pairs of jeans at a clothing sale for $2 a piece and still have lots of jeans … Continue reading →

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Sling Bag – Free Pattern

Posted on August 13, 2012 by

My friend found this pattern on Pinterest and made one for herself.  Since I am headed to a Precepts training  I decided to make one too.  I have to carry a notebook, my bible, colored pencils and paper.  This bag … Continue reading →

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