Burda Style For people who sew

17 January, 2012

• 10:59 PM

  ealis commented on the article Comment to Win "Fabric-by-Fabric One Yard Wonders!"

  I’m currently working on fitted slipcovers for my sofa and loveseat and new window coverings. In…

  

31 December, 2011

• 07:16 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 31 - Win a Thread Box from Gütermann!

  I have a stash of nursery-printed cotton remnants that I will be turning in baby quilts for my lo…

  

30 December, 2011

• 04:30 PM

  ealis commented on the project Black and White Bridesmaid Dress

  Lovely dress……. The belt is a cute additional.

  

• 04:18 PM

  ealis commented on the article Stay Tuned for the "Vintage-Inspired, Modern Style" Design Challenge!

  Sounds exciting and the timing is perfect. I get to work on my sewign goal and compete in a chal…

  

• 04:10 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 30 - Win a Prize Pack from Westcott!

  This is an awesome giveaway. Scissors for every occasion. I’m already picturing the projects ea…

  

29 December, 2011

• 05:18 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 29 - Win The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook! 5 Winners!

  Dresses, lots of dresses. I haven’t worn one in over 15 years and I feel nows the time to add th…

  

28 December, 2011

• 08:24 PM

  ealis commented on the project Missoni-inspired birthday dress

  Love the dress design and the print. And you look is very well put together!!!

  

• 08:20 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 28 - Win BAGGU Bags! 5 Winners!

  I’ve taught my son to sew and crochet, since they’re both good rainy day activities. And I insp…

  

27 December, 2011

• 03:58 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 27 - Win the 2011 Threads Magazine Archive DVD-ROM from Threads Magazine!

  The dining area of my kitchen has been my dedicated sewing area for nearly thirteen years. In al…

  

25 December, 2011

• 05:21 AM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 24 - Win Sewing and DIY titles from STC Craft|Melanie Falick Books!

  SAS Fabrics in Hawthorn, CA and Rimmons Fabric in West LA are two little shops that I like to vis…

  

23 December, 2011

• 03:55 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 23 - Win a Spoonflower $100 Credit!

  I love Spoonflower fabric. I’ve been thinking of adding the Tea Towel Calender print to my stas…

  

22 December, 2011

• 05:16 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 22 - Win a Tailoring Supply Kit from A Fashionable Stitch!

  I always have problems finding zippers in the right lengthn for back closing garments. I’m tall…

  

21 December, 2011

• 04:38 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 21- Win a H|CLASS™ 100Q Sewing Machine by HUSQVARNA VIKING®! [U.S. Only]

  My dining room has been my dedicated sewing area for nearly 13 years, but occasionally my sewing …

  

20 December, 2011

• 04:02 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 20 - Win an "OLFA Essentials PLUS" Gift Pack from OLFA! [U.S. Only]

  Currently 0 times a week. I currently don’t own one, but I have been researching different brand…

  

19 December, 2011

• 04:19 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 19 - Win $100 Gift Certificate from BritexFabrics.com!

  I love making skirts. They’re a quick and easy way to build up my wardrobe. Although in the com…

  

18 December, 2011

• 07:21 AM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 17 - Win a Gift Bag from Blumenthal Lansing!

  Rutherford B Hayes was president; and from what I remember, his path to that position was somewha…

  

16 December, 2011

• 10:44 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 16 - Win a Thread Case from Amann Group Mettler!

  I was taught at home by both of my parents. My father taught me how to hand sew when I was abou…

  

15 December, 2011

• 06:23 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 15 - Win Pendleton Fabric!

  I love working with light-weight wools. In college I made a plaid wool pencil skirt, that I wore …

  

14 December, 2011

• 04:18 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 14 - Win a $100 Gift Certificate from Indygo Junction!

  I love hard copy patterns. When it comes to ease of use, they win hands down. They’re easy to t…

  

13 December, 2011

• 04:44 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 13 - Win a 5234PRW Project Runway™ Limited Edition Serger from Brother!

  I began sewing when I was about 8-years-old to supply my dolls with new clothes and accessories,…

  

12 December, 2011

• 10:10 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 12 - Win a Library of Sewing Titles and Canvas Tote from Random House, Inc.!

  Most of my inspiration comes from movies, mostly the classics ( TCM or AMC). I also read women’s…

  

• 12:55 AM

  ealis commented on the project Khaki Floral Print Dress

  The dress looks great and very comfortable. Love the buttons and yoke detail.

  

• 12:29 AM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 11 - Win 2 Seam Allowance Guides and a $200 Tessuti Fabric Voucher from SeamAllowanceGuide.com!

  I wish there was an easier way to transfer pattern markings to fabric.

  

10 December, 2011

• 08:53 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 10 - Win Two Thread Collections from Coats & Clark!

  Nothing beats a good pair of scissors. I’ve been using a pair I inherited from my mother and the…

  

7 December, 2011

• 08:59 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 7 - Win a Holding Pattern Overnight Bag from ModCloth!

  This would be a great gift for the sister, Shandra; and my sewing buddy, Carrie. Both are avid s…

  

6 December, 2011

• 07:26 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 6 - Win the BERNINA Holiday Gift Basket!

  I’ve never been to a professional sewing class, although I’d love to go to one. What’s my excuse…

  

5 December, 2011

• 11:00 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 5 - Win The Colette Sewing Handbook, Three Patterns, and a $25 Gift Certificate from Colette Patterns!

  I love the Crepe and the Chantilly, but I’d have to buy the Jasmine. It’s just too cute….

  

3 December, 2011

• 05:54 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 3 Win a Craftsy "Hall Pass"

  The perfect dress is the one that make you feel great. Be it classic or trendy, made with silk o…

  

1 December, 2011

• 11:13 PM

  ealis commented on the article Tips From The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook: Getting to Know Your Fabric

  Just picked up Burda’s book and I’m loving every page. Even though I’ve been sewing for over 30 …

  

• 11:08 PM

  ealis commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 1 - Win a Collection of Titles from Fox Chapel Publishing!

  I’ll always be a fan of the classic day dresses of the 40’s and 50’s. Simple, stylish and able t…