October 25, 2007
Old Turns New Again!
One of the many things that I love about sewing is how versatile patterns can be. When you are creating, don't just stick to the pattern envelope. Get creative, use the lines and shapes of the pattern to create a one-of-a-kind look that's all your own!
The Plaza Jacket & Pant is one of those patterns where you can do just that! Recently, Linda has come up with a great new garment for fall. Linda has recreated the Plaza Jacket pattern into a wonderful Vest! Make it in a warm Sweater Knit, medium-weight Raw Silk or Novelty Weave Wool. We are offering a FREE DOWNLOAD to create your very own Plaza Vest. Download the measurements & instructions here. The Plaza Jacket & Pant pattern is needed to create the Plaza Vest.
We hope you enjoy this free download. Happy Sewing!
~Erin
October 12, 2007
Metallic RiRi Zippers!
We just received our latest RiRi Zipper design to compliment the Daily News Bag. We chose two colors that are eye-catching, unique & bold, but they go with everything! It will give your zippered pocket an extra kick! Choose from Brushed Silver and Antique Gold.
Don't forget to coordinate with the matching Flat Rectangular Ring in Brushed Silver and Antique Gold!
~Erin
October 05, 2007
Plaza Pants - to line or not to line
Even though I have made many pairs of Plaza Pants, I took some extra time last night to really think about the right treatment for the specific fabric that I was using. The fabric was a very light summer-weight fine wool - the kind of wool that my husband would have in a summer suit. I thought they needed to be lined, just to give them a nicer look and to obscure my lumps and bumps. I thought I wanted to use something like chiffon, but ended up with Bemberg rayon because it was all I had on hand. I also reinforced the front of the waistband, the part that is flat, with a fusible interfacing to give it a firmer look. I can usually make a pair of Plaza Pants in about four hours, but by taking extra care in sewing, and adding the lining, it took me an extra hour, but I am really happy with the results. I have an exquisite pair of pants that are worthy of the cost of the fabric.
