Category Archives: Vogue

It’s Coming Along, and Happy Birthday to My Darling!

Posted on March 2, 2013 by Gorgeous Fabrics

I haven’t posted much because my next project is still in process. It would normally not take too long, but I had to take care of orders from the end of the Birthday Sale at Gorgeous Fabrics (thank you all … Continue reading →

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Pattern Review – Vogue 8825 Dress

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Subtitle: Never Give Up; Never Surrender! (Can anyone name the reference? 100 points on the nerd scale if you can!) Several people have made this dress. The version that inspired me most was Cennetta’s fabulous version from late fall. I’ve … Continue reading →

Posted in Fabrics, Reviews, Vogue | 31 Comments

Pattern Review: Vogue 8742 Dress (OOP)

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Pattern Description: Close fitting dress, sized for knits, has shoulder princess seams and ruched side-front panels. Sizing: 8-22. I made a 12. Fabric Used: Cotton/Lycra Jersey in Plum (sold out, sorry) from Gorgeous Fabrics. This is the same fabric I … Continue reading →

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Pattern Review: My Perfect LBD – Vogue 8787

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Gorgeous Fabrics

I saw Mimi G.’s review and I decided I really liked the look, so I picked it up. I realized recently that since I lost a little weight, I needed a new LBD, and I figured this would fit the … Continue reading →

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LBD Progress So Far

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Couple of pictures, hopefully I’ll finish it tomorrow. More to come… Happy sewing!

Posted in Vogue | 7 Comments

Eva Addendum, and Next Up

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Sherril commented on the fact that the gathers in my Eva top seemed to pretty much disappear. Here’s a picture of the pattern pieces for the bodice front and the neckband: As you can see, the pattern piece for the … Continue reading →

Posted in Patterns, StyleArc, Vogue | 6 Comments

Pattern Review: Vogue 8663 Dress

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Pattern Description: Dresses A, B have fitted, pleated bodice, front neckline finished with bias tape, back zipper, flared skirt and stitched hems. A: armholes finished with bias tape. B: three-quarter length sleeves and purchased belt. Sizing: 6-22. I made a … Continue reading →

Posted in Fabrics, Reviews, Vogue | 21 Comments

Pattern Review: Vogue Basic Design 2218 Skirt (OOP)

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Happy August, campers! Before I begin, I have to tell you a story. As you might have guessed, I have been incredibly busy recently. Between business, family, summer and just stuff, I haven’t had a lot of mojo. Last weekend … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Reviews, Vogue | 22 Comments

Pattern “Review” – Vogue 1250 DKNY Dress

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

Did you have a nice Thanksgiving? I did. It was pretty low key. I hosted it this year, which is unusual. Most years, my sister hosts Thanksgiving and we do Christmas. But she just moved into a new place and … Continue reading →

Posted in Reviews, Sewing, Tools, Vogue | 9 Comments

Did You Get Yours Yet?

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Gorgeous Fabrics

I got mine! Patterns, that is. Club BMV is having a huge sale through Saturday. For club members only, all patterns are $4.95 each (limit 10 per customer). Here’s what I got: I need a few fabulous dresses, ad this … Continue reading →

Posted in Fabrics, McCalls, Patterns, Uncategorized, Vogue | 7 Comments