Category Archives: StyleArc

Pippa vs. Pippa

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Aaaare you ready to RUUUUUUMBLLLLLLE!!!??? That’s right, ladies and gents! It’s the smackdown you’ve been waiting for! The two Pippas, going head to head in the bridal pattern cage-match of the year! Yes, for your viewing and sewing pleasure, I’ve … Continue reading →

Posted in Butterick, StyleArc | 30 Comments

Pattern Review – StyleArc Pippa’s Dress

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

This is what I call an “Epic Dress” (thank you for that, Georgene!) and the review is pretty epic, too. So pour yourself a cup of coffee or a glass of wine and bear with me as I tell you … Continue reading →

Posted in Couture, Sewing, StyleArc | 28 Comments

The Big Reveal

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

The gala was a blast, Pippa was a hit. Review to come later, I gotta get back to Susan’s class. Need coffee… Happy sewing!

Posted in BCC, Couture, StyleArc | 36 Comments

Did I Tell You, I Work Best on a Deadline?

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

I sewed like the wind, Esmerelda. Well, maybe it was more like the breeze. But every free minute I had today, I worked on Pippa. Thanks to BFF Barb who left a message asking, ” I just wanted to see … Continue reading →

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Pippa Progress

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

After doing one final muslin over the weekend I cut into the silk Sunday and late yesterday. The good thing about making several muslins of a garment before you cut into the fashion fabric is that, once you do, the … Continue reading →

Posted in BCC, Couture, StyleArc | 6 Comments

Pattern Review – StyleArc Paris Dress

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

I’ll just fess up right now. I’m a bad blogger lately. Not like I haven’t had legitimate reasons. First, we had a freaking snowstorm last weekend. 3 inches of heavy, wet snow, on trees that still were loaded with leaves. … Continue reading →

Posted in Ballroom, Patterns, Reviews, StyleArc | 12 Comments

It’s Been a Day

Posted on October 23, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

One of my favorite sayings is, “If you ever want to hear God laugh, tell Her your plans.” Yeah, my day was like that. I planned to spend all day sewing my Paris Dress. I fitted the final muslin and … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous, StyleArc | 9 Comments

StyleArc Paris Dress Muslin

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Pippa is still on the table getting work done to her, but I’m hoping to start cutting into the lining this week. In the meantime, I need a black dress. I have a couple, but they are both sleeveless, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Patterns, StyleArc | 10 Comments

Take Care of Your Ta-Tas, Ladies!

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Good morning and happy October! Today’s public service announcement is: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. If you are a woman over the age of 40, make sure to get an annual mammogram! I say this in all seriousness. Most … Continue reading →

Posted in BCC, Style, StyleArc | 3 Comments

Year of the Little Black Dress is Coming Up!

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Grettings, you fabulous blog readers! For any of you in the Boston/New England area, the countdown is on to the inaugural Year of the Little Black Dress meeting. Sue Bennett will lead a seminar on fitting as the kickoff. ASDP … Continue reading →

Posted in ASDP, Fabrics, StyleArc | 8 Comments