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Simplicity 9182

by almondrockon January 26, 2023March 4, 20252 Comments on Simplicity 9182

Hello everyone! In case you missed it, I set myself a little task to keep pushing my style choices with new silhouettes every few makes to see if I find something I love. Spoiler alert: I’m not really sure it worked with this make. The project has all the markings of things I like. A …

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How to sew satin fabric

by almondrockon January 15, 2023January 26, 2023Leave a Comment on How to sew satin fabric

Previous Next Satin is a luxurious and elegant fabric that is often used in party clothes and formalwear. However, it can be difficult to work with due to its slippery texture and tendency to fray. Here are some tips for sewing with satin: Follow a nap layout: Satin can shine differently and colour appear different …

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McCall’s 7948

by almondrockon December 6, 2022May 6, 20251 Comment on McCall’s 7948

Sometimes you see a fabric and you think wow. I love it… then, you stumble across the designer dress and you say, oh yes I like that!! This Zadig and Voltaire dress is £755 featuring a beautiful handkerchief hem, shirred sleeves and button neckline. It looks like it’s been made out of crepe but the …

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Simplicity 8843

by almondrockon October 31, 2022March 4, 20252 Comments on Simplicity 8843

Today I’m sharing a long overdue finished make! I made this jacket early in the year and then totally forgot to put it online. It’s the perfect rainy day jacket because it’s waterproof and so bright, it’s like instant sunshine! Simplicity 8843 is an easy to wear, drop shoulder jacket with drawstring waist, 2 styles …

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How to sew sweatshirt fabric

by almondrockon October 26, 2022January 26, 2023Leave a Comment on How to sew sweatshirt fabric

Sewing with sweatshirt fabrics can be a bit challenging, as they are typically made of a combination of cotton and synthetic fibers, and can have a stretchy texture. Here are some tips to help you sew with sweatshirt fabrics: Use a ballpoint needle: Sweatshirt fabrics are knit fabrics, and can be easily damaged by a …

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McCall’s 7974

by almondrockon October 7, 2022May 28, 20252 Comments on McCall’s 7974

Chartreuse is one of those colours that scares people. It’s slightly acidic looking but I find it so vibrant and exciting. Fun fact!! The colour actually comes from the alcoholic drinks. Green Chartreuse gets its colour from chlorophyll, whereas Yellow Chartreuse gets its pigment from saffron. Both colours are naturally occurring. The two shades then …

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