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The Peacock Chic Collection 2008: McCall’s M5478 Jacket

Posted in Finished Object 2008, tagged , on May 8, 2008 | 50 Comments »

Ok, the wait is over!!! Courtesy of bad lighting and the magic of exposure control and photo manipulation, I present to you the longest jacket EVER
Fabric: Red Plaid Worsted Wool/Cashmere Blend from the Scottish People
Inspiration: McCall’s M5478 Jacket, View B – Semi-fitted, lined, bias jacket with above hip-length. Has collar and lapels, princess [...]

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How Much Would A Jacket Like That Cost?

Posted in Chatting, tagged , , on April 28, 2008 | 18 Comments »

Wow!!! Thanks everybody for the wonderful compliments on my first Burda shirt. That post had the most comments at once EVER! I am very happy you like it and very happy I made it.
The next item set for completion is my Tailored Red Jacket by McCall’s. I am putting the lining and [...]

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Ahhh!!! I am on Fire!!!

Posted in Chatting, tagged , on March 29, 2008 | 8 Comments »

For project Spectrum that is!
Just when I had given up on participating in Project Spectrum for the Fire Theme (FEBRUARY / MARCH – orange, red, pink) , up pops my inspiration all around me.
McCall’s 5478 Jacket
Remember this?

Ok…I do understand that one mention of a W.I.P does not constitute a truly memorable moment on [...]

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Finished Object – Aprons Aplenty

Posted in Finished Object 2007, tagged , , on December 14, 2007 | 33 Comments »

I have been a crafting machine over the past few weeks, and producing some pretty kick ass gifts if I may say so myself…which of course I do. Not only am I crafting for the upcoming Super Holiday of Christmas, but there are also some birthdays and baby showers sprinkled in there for good [...]

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On the Bias

Posted in Chatting, Sewing, tagged , on October 5, 2007 | 11 Comments »

So as I have mentioned before, I am taking a women’s tailoring class. This class is pretty intense! Unlike my intermediate class which is all about learning the basic techniques and moving on, this one is about making the best alterations and changes to a pattern to get a “tailored” fit to the garment. [...]

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Finished Object – McCall’s M5053 Skirt

Posted in Finished Object 2007, Knitting, Sewing, tagged , , on May 9, 2007 | 26 Comments »

This is the second time I have worn my new skirt. This was my outfit to my sister’s graduation. I got quite a few compliments and was very happy when I was able to say that I made both the skirt AND the sweater. Hee hee, I am such a sucker for [...]

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