I participated in a pattern test for Designer Stitch, once again, and this one… well, she knocked it out of the park! Home run! This dress has a vintage vibe, which you can carry through with a fabric choice that reflects that style; or make it modern while maintaining that classy cut of the dress. … More Vintage Style: Clara Dress pattern by Designer Stitch
Inserting an invisible zipper in a garment with lining or facing … More Inserting an Invisible Zipper in a Garment with Facing or Lining
Well… it’s been a bit longer than I expected it to be to get this post done. But as life is, things got busy all at once and now I finally have enough of a break to write again! So, here we are at Part 3, moving on to the making of the inner foundation … More Drafting an Evening Gown and Couture Sewing, Part 3
Warning! This post is photo heavy! It may take some time to load! We left off with my final muslin and pattern pieces finalized. You can catch up in Part 1 if you missed it. Based on all my research, I had decided it was best to underline the bodice pieces of my fashion fabric … More Drafting an Evening Gown and Couture Sewing, Part 2
Sedona shirt dress by Designer Stitch pattern test and review … More Sedona Shirt Dress – Test and Review
I am going to take you back to that time I went full speed into the realm of couture dressmaking. At least partly, anyway. Per my last post, I have enjoyed making my ball gowns for the Marine Corps Birthday Balls that we have gone to. Prior to the royal purple gown, I made a … More Drafting an Evening Gown and Couture Sewing, Part 1
The end of the year always keeps me busy. So as quickly as I got started on this blog, I drifted away from it. I finally have some time again, so here is something I am only a month late in sharing! November was the month of the US Marine Corps Birthday Ball. As an … More Having a Ball
