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elisabetsy
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13 March, 2012
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elisabetsy ’s status has been updated to:
Spring-ing Forward!
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elisabetsy added the project called Vintage Modern Design Challenge Dress
This is the “Jumper Dress” free e-pattern from Indygo Junction made from a color blocked mix of fabrics for interest. The sleeves and center front seam were eliminated. Pockets are inset instead of…
6 January, 2012
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elisabetsy favorited the project 12/2011 Long sleeve maxi dress
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elisabetsy commented on the article New Patterns: 7 Ways to Wear Green
Fantastic silhouttes!
5 January, 2012
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elisabetsy ’s status has been updated to:
up for the challenge!
28 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 28 - Win BAGGU Bags! 5 Winners!
Yes, indeed! My husband was inspired to make his own pajama pants. A friend was inspired to get o…
27 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 27 - Win the 2011 Threads Magazine Archive DVD-ROM from Threads Magazine!
No room for a dedicated space so I usually use the coffee table for sewing stints.
26 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 26 - Win the Newest Sewing Titles from Chronicle Books!
I couldn’t pick just one style or silhoutte! There are so many I like.
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 25 - 5 Winners will Receive a Copy of Sweat Shop Paris!
Anything that I’ve ‘upcycled’ is pretty crafty—usually combines draping and pattern pieces. Also…
24 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 24 - Win Sewing and DIY titles from STC Craft|Melanie Falick Books!
I wish there was an indie shop right in my neighborhood! Fortunately I’m in NYC so lots of places…
23 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 23 - Win a Spoonflower $100 Credit!
I’d choose something from the photographic treatments. Cool stuff!
21 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 21- Win a H|CLASS™ 100Q Sewing Machine by HUSQVARNA VIKING®! [U.S. Only]
As space is scarce in my NYC apartment, I usually set up my machine on the coffee table, or stora…
20 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 20 - Win an "OLFA Essentials PLUS" Gift Pack from OLFA! [U.S. Only]
0 times — I do not own a rotary cutter
19 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 19 - Win $100 Gift Certificate from BritexFabrics.com!
I like to make dresses best. A dress is a whole outfit, and your whole body can be the canvas for…
18 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 18 - Win a Focus Iron from Rowenta! [U.S. Only]
I’ve set aside my sewing projects until after the hectic holidays. There is a dress hem that woul…
15 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 15 - Win Pendleton Fabric!
I generally choose wool yarn for knitting and wool crepe is one of my favorite fabrics that I’ve …
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 14 - Win a $100 Gift Certificate from Indygo Junction!
Hard copy patterns. There’s something about the tissue paper of a ‘real’ pattern that nothing els…
13 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 13 - Win a 5234PRW Project Runway™ Limited Edition Serger from Brother!
I’ve always liked to learn how things work, so when I was little and I saw my mother sewing, I de…
12 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 12 - Win a Library of Sewing Titles and Canvas Tote from Random House, Inc.!
I turn to books for tips and techniques, but love to find inspiration in fashion magazines like W…
10 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 10 - Win Two Thread Collections from Coats & Clark!
My well-used measuring tape.
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 9 - Win a TG1600 SmartIron from Oliso!
I like my tried and true old tools! But maybe I need to get out of the same old and try some new …
8 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 8 - Win a Signed Copy of Embroidered Effects, an Ultimate Kit, and Glow-in-the-Dark Floss from Sublime Stitching!
I am always starting on something and then moving on to the next thing before I am finished. I’ve…
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 8 - Win a Signed Copy of Embroidered Effects, an Ultimate Kit, and Glow-in-the-Dark Floss from Sublime Stitching!
I am always starting on something and then moving on to the next thing before I am finished. I’ve…
7 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 7 - Win a Holding Pattern Overnight Bag from ModCloth!
Well, if I didn’t keep it for myself I’d give it to my crafty artist friend who is afraid of her …
6 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 6 - Win the BERNINA Holiday Gift Basket!
Haven’t taken a class because some of what I enjoy about sewing is figuring things out on my own….
5 December, 2011
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elisabetsy 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 truffle dress recently featured on the Coletterie blog, but all of the patterns are fab!
4 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 4 Win $100 worth of items from Oilcloth By The Yard!
I was thinking rain coat or poncho too! I hate carrying an umbrella, so I wonder if this would wo…
3 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 3 Win a Craftsy "Hall Pass"
The perfect dress has a flattering neckline, showing the collarbones, a flattering length—I like…
2 December, 2011
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elisabetsy commented on the article Holiday Giveaway: Day 2 - Win a Three-Year Subscription to Selvedge Magazine!
Too difficult to pick a favorite!
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elisabetsy commented on the article Our Terms Section Needs YOU!
Ooh! Words and sewing?! I’m in heaven. I’ll try to get in a few submissions.
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