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molly-sews
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29 August, 2012
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03:38 PM
molly-sews added the project called Shiny Snakeskin September Swimsuit
I made this from a 70s Vogue pattern for a 2piece swimsuit connected with a ring at the stomach. This is the first swimsuit I have ever made, but I am pretty happy with my result. It is made of gol…
10 December, 2011
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02:54 PM
molly-sews commented on the project Mardi Gras Madness Maxi Dress
Haha thanks!
7 December, 2011
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03:07 AM
molly-sews favorited the project Plaited Rag Rug
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03:03 AM
molly-sews commented on the project Men's Vogue 8720- Trench coat
It’s a cotton sateen that I underlined. It was really difficult to find a fabric at Jo-Ann’s w/ t…
25 November, 2011
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04:40 PM
molly-sews added the project called Mardi Gras Madness Maxi Dress
I made this from Simplicity 6057, a girls pattern from the 70’s. I made it from a vintage polyester I found at an estate sale with a crazy Hawaiian border print. It’s pretty bold, but I plan on wea…
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04:31 PM
molly-sews added the project called Vintage Lace Refashion
I bought this dress several years ago and the lace was falling apart. I pieced it back together using hand sewing and fray-chek and then re-fit the bust. It’s a pretty cool dress, you can see more …
18 November, 2011
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07:00 PM
molly-sews favorited the project Velvet Mermaid Dress
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03:13 AM
molly-sews added the project called The Dog Coliseum
I made this dog bed for my dog out of two yards of fabric, a 5lb box and a half of fiberfill and the stuffing from one pillow. My boyfriend did the actual stuffing and the dog loves it so far!
I…
16 November, 2011
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10:28 PM
molly-sews added the project called 1970's double zipper pants
I made these from Butterick 4646, a 70’s pattern. They were easy to make and are perfect for Fall, I think. Theya re constructed from brown corduroy, with brown metal zippers.
More pictures on …
6 November, 2011
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11:03 PM
molly-sews commented on the project Fall jacket- Minoru, Sewaholic patterns #4
yeah at sewaholic.net, Tasia sells them
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03:58 PM
molly-sews added the project called Full skirted silk dress with stripes
I made this 50s/early 60s pattern with a piece of colorful striped silk I got at an estate sale a few months ago. I have made this pattern before, so it was super easy and it fits really well. More…
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03:52 PM
molly-sews added the project called Fall jacket- Minoru, Sewaholic patterns #4
I was a pattern tester for Tasia’s new jacket pattern. I love it! It is the perfect casual jacket, but still looks cute and feminine. I made it out of army green cotton twill, underlined it with fl…
1 November, 2011
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07:47 PM
molly-sews favorited the project smocked peplum blouse
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07:46 PM
molly-sews favorited the project Nautical & Tweed Handbag. Gathered Cotton Purse or Tote Bag.
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07:42 PM
molly-sews favorited the project Gather Peter Pan Collar Dress
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07:42 PM
molly-sews favorited the project Raspberry sorbet dress
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07:40 PM
molly-sews favorited the project Paisley Halter Jumpsuit
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07:39 PM
molly-sews favorited the project Peacock Print Bombshell Dress!
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05:11 PM
molly-sews added the project called Napoleon BONEaparte- Dog Halloween costume
I made this for my dog. I started it last year, but actually finished it this year. It is made of blue velvet and the underside is cotton. It has gold buttons and ribbon trim. The cravat/necktie is…
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04:33 PM
molly-sews added the project called Men's Vogue 8720- Trench coat
I made this for my boyfriend for his birthday. He chose the fabrics, a polished brown cotton for the outside and a green and brown plaid for the underlining. I did all the suggested topstitching an…
28 September, 2011
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12:47 AM
molly-sews added the project called Simplicity 4256- Vintage blouse w/ vintage fabric
I made this vintage pattern with vintage cotton from an estate sale and with vintage red buttons. triple vintage! It was really easy to make and I can see making more blouses like it. Yay! More pic…
17 September, 2011
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03:26 PM
molly-sews commented on the project Another Cup of Lady Grey
That is a great coat!!
16 September, 2011
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03:16 AM
molly-sews added the project called McCalls 6203- A 50s/60s wardrobe pattern
I made the blouse and skirt from a sheet. The blouse fits and is a keeper, but the skirt turned out huge. My own fault, as I was experimenting with pleating. My buttons and two zips were vintage fr…
15 September, 2011
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12:08 AM
molly-sews added the project called Vogue 1161- An awesome dress w/ vintage fabric!
I made this dress form V 1161, which is a great pattern! I cut a 6 and it is really slim fitting and sexy. I want to remake it in red silk! I got the fabric for 1 dollar at an estate sale a few wee…
14 September, 2011
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08:02 PM
molly-sews ’s status has been updated to:
time to sew some pants for Fall!
11 September, 2011
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08:49 PM
molly-sews added the project called Butterick 6944- 1970s dress
I made this 70s pattern out of corduroy. I’m just not happy with it, the collar and pockets are too big. I do think it’s cool that the pockets also form the belt loops and I did a great job on the …
4 September, 2011
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09:02 PM
molly-sews added the project called Vintage fabric Man-Apron
I bought some great vintage food-themed at an estate sale last weekend for a dollar. After making dining room curtains out of it, I had just enough to make an apron for my boyfriend. I bound all th…
2 September, 2011
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09:51 PM
molly-sews commented on the project glittery mermaid
I would have LOVED that as a child! Great work!
28 August, 2011
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10:58 PM
molly-sews added the project called McCalls 6331: Reversible scalloped dress
I made the dress as given, but I lined it fully in another cotton print. This made the fold over neckline contrast as well as bits of the skirt peep out as I walk. It is really cute and all cotton,…
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06:43 PM
molly-sews commented on the project Krazy Klown dress- Marian Martin 9279
Ha! So says a tall girl!! :) Generally they go near my ankles…
More about molly-sews
I love to sew! My mom taught me as a child and I have been sewing seriously since about 2007. I like to sew from vintage and modern patterns and sometimes draft my own. I lived in New Orleans for the last 9 years, but I am now in Chicago!
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Member since
- August 27, 2010
- Birthday
- February 23, 1984
- Skill Level
- Intermediate
- Sewing Machine
- Singer 15-90
- Website
- Molly's sewing and garage...
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