Category Archives: McCalls

McCall 6506 v.2 – Hana Honey version

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Gorgeous Fabrics

I have been busier than the proverbial one-armed paper hanger recently, what with DS the elder’s impending graduation, traveling to the Haute Couture Club of Chicago’s fashion show, working about 70 hours a week, and just doing “stuff”. So I … Continue reading →

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Pattern Review: McCalls 6707 Fashion Star Pants

Posted on March 30, 2013 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Pattern Description: “MISSES’ PANTS: Semi-fitted, tapered pants (below waist) have contour waistband, side front pockets, side back seams, mock fly zipper and hook & eye closure. A: edgestitched crease.” I made view A, without the edgestitched crease. Sizing: 6-22. I … Continue reading →

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Misson Maxi/McCalls 6556 in Action!

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Last night was the Winchester Hospital gala, and we had a great time! The party was a blast, but man, I’m too old to party like a rock star any more. I now have several requests for McCalls 6556 for … Continue reading →

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Pattern Reviews, Sort Of – Gala Dress Finished!

Posted on October 13, 2012 by Gorgeous Fabrics

I can’t believe it. The gala is 4 weeks from today, and for the first time ever I’ve finished my outfit well in advance. This year I decided to go for comfort and ease over couture. I’ve made both of … Continue reading →

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The Gala Top is Done!

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Here it is on Shelley. I’ll do a review when the dress is finished Holy cow – can it be? I’m done with my dress sooner than the night before????? Woot woot! Happy sewing!

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Next Up – The Winchester Hospital Gala Dress!

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Gorgeous Fabrics

This year I decided to go the easy route. I’m going to make a dress from a pattern that I already made once, McCalls 6556. This time, I’m taking their suggestion to make it as a top. I’ll lengthen the … Continue reading →

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Pattern Review – McCalls 6044 Men’s Shirt

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Here’s the back story. We have another set of videos in post-production, and in one of them, I show an example of a shirt that “I’m making for my husband.” The other night, DH saw the video edit and turned … Continue reading →

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Pattern Review – McCalls 6556 Fashion Star Dress

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Pattern Description: Pullover dresses have narrow hems. A: loose-fitting, tucked front and back extend into armhole drape. B: very close-fitting, bias self bindings (armhole extends into shoulder straps). I made view A. Sizing: 4-20. I made a 14 Fabric Used: … Continue reading →

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Fashion Star Patterns from McCalls

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Gorgeous Fabrics

I was drinking my coffee this morning and I saw these patterns posted on McCalls’ Facebook. These are the new patterns from the “Fashion Star” TV show. I hate to admit that I haven’t seen the show. I’m a little … Continue reading →

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Pattern Review – McCalls 6506 Dress

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Just in time for the weather in Boston to drop from the upper 70s to 20 degrees, I finished my summer dress! Pattern Description: MISSES’/MISS PETITE DRESS: Dress has collar, collar/front band, fitted bodice with darts stitched on right side … Continue reading →

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