Monthly Archives: October 2010

Three Muslins Later…

Wherein the corset for the Winchester Hospital Gala is mostly done, and I can start on the dress and lining. Continue reading

Posted in BCC, Couture, Vogue | 20 Comments

Happy Halloween!

Wherein Ann attempts to avoid the Reeses Peanut Butter Cups. Continue reading

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Working on the Gala Dress

Wherein Ann gets to sew for herself for a change! Continue reading

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Gunn Misfires

Wherein Tim Gunn leaves his halo at the door and comes out bitch-slapping. Continue reading

Posted in Books, Reviews | 7 Comments

Peeps Alert!!!!

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Some Critters are Worth It

Wherein Ann gets her vegan on. Continue reading

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Halloween Sewing and Sundry Stuff

This year, DS the younger wants to go as an elf from Bored of the Rings Lord of the Rings. So I told him I would make a cape for him to wear. This being costume, not couture, I took … Continue reading

Posted in Hoover, McCalls | 11 Comments

Tips and Tricks for Sewing with Knits, Revisited

Wherein Ann shares some of her favorite tips for making it work with knits. Continue reading

Posted in Knits, Tutorials | 19 Comments

Adding a Bellows “Wind-Shield” to Coat Sleeves

Wherein Ann shows you how to increase comfort and warmth in wide-sleeved coats and jackets without sacrificing style. Continue reading

Posted in Tutorials | 21 Comments

Pre-Shrinking Sew-in Interfacing

Wherin we try to head off heartbreak. Continue reading

Posted in Plugs, Tips | 8 Comments