tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6117637235305149532024-03-14T01:16:25.611-05:00Sewing With TrudyTrudyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11649677045881448393noreply@blogger.comBlogger161125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-611763723530514953.post-48108400884856938972023-02-16T15:06:00.000-06:002023-02-16T15:06:16.515-06:00Date Night Blouse<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6bcE0c2ftA8X8msBk-mEoWxyGPgc6hHB88C4qA2zURAZyRVnxKt8cvbHqZQRgXLfwDoV5YBSZ6WMFCOvS2Ss2bdGyk4VgeccLTunBkn7dE-VJgrAA01o3GPgzud3vqpoVyFGL6A4NtNyU1ZR2gEO7GugH99IzBk1aQiRKGaxYr7t9w40_TCVTVCeX6Q/s1800/IMG_20230216_124053_083.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6bcE0c2ftA8X8msBk-mEoWxyGPgc6hHB88C4qA2zURAZyRVnxKt8cvbHqZQRgXLfwDoV5YBSZ6WMFCOvS2Ss2bdGyk4VgeccLTunBkn7dE-VJgrAA01o3GPgzud3vqpoVyFGL6A4NtNyU1ZR2gEO7GugH99IzBk1aQiRKGaxYr7t9w40_TCVTVCeX6Q/s320/IMG_20230216_124053_083.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5843LPUU9-HsHcH84_kPVVJ2LtV4jCb2JfAigW_xl5jGw9xIjPt82k5X_BpMpGM-nQUe4-jdKfRNCcl42AbqJcwDSXPKKhDdW8mD3LCzUPDJhBn9i2g7d8jTBAJ3d_OWu6yP05MqimMq7PH5nYXUIj172HiHoMdUra4huHy-mmKTNP19mQTrfT5608Q/s3857/20230216_113413.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3857" data-original-width="3018" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5843LPUU9-HsHcH84_kPVVJ2LtV4jCb2JfAigW_xl5jGw9xIjPt82k5X_BpMpGM-nQUe4-jdKfRNCcl42AbqJcwDSXPKKhDdW8mD3LCzUPDJhBn9i2g7d8jTBAJ3d_OWu6yP05MqimMq7PH5nYXUIj172HiHoMdUra4huHy-mmKTNP19mQTrfT5608Q/s320/20230216_113413.jpg" width="250" /></a></div><br />For date night I wore this blouse I made using a 1983 vintage pattern, 8802 Stitch 'N Save by McCall's. Comfy, classic style. Jeans and Roper Boots were thrifted.<p></p>Trudyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11649677045881448393noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-611763723530514953.post-48090139749743582132017-02-20T08:55:00.001-06:002017-02-20T08:55:44.706-06:00Ribbon Blanket for my Granddaughter<p dir="ltr">I made a ribbon blanket for my granddaughter. She loves it. The last two pictures are in progress. </p>
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Sew Chic Pattern Company is now taking sign-ups for Simplicity 8167. This tutorial will be for lessons beginning September 19th through October 12th, 2016. No cost. Could be cancelled for lack of Interest. So sign up <a href="http://www.sewchicpatterns.com/tutorials.html" target="_blank">here</a>, and please spread the word.<br />
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My sewing space is on one wall in the family room. My patterns are organized with skirts in one box, pants and jumpsuits in one, blouses and another, vintage dresses in one and modern dresses in another, and miscellaneous items like aprons, swimsuit, robes, nightgowns, et cetera, in one. The magazine holders house the larger patterns. To the left is an Ikea storage unit for fabric, thread, interfacing, et cetera. <span style="background-color: #f6f7f9; color: #1d2129; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"> </span><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" style="color: #1d2129; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">I am very thankful I was able to carve out a little spot for my sewing. It's the next best thing to having a dedicated room, and it keeps me out amongst the family when I'm working on a project.</span><br />
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This is currently my favorite book on Refashioning clothing. I've been following <a href="https://therenegadeseamstress.com/" target="_blank">Beth's blog</a> for years now. Her ideas are unique, practical and things I would actually wear! Each project turns out looking professionally done. I don't know how she does it, but she never seems to run out of ideas. She must come up with them in her sleep. She basically shows her readers how to take what is already in their closet and no longer working for them and revamp it. There are 19 stylish projects. She shows step-by-step how to transform easy-to-find secondhand items into one-of-a-kind fashion statements. I strongly encourage you to check it out. I can promise you that you will not be disappointed. As a matter of fact, I know that You Will Love This Book as well as her blog, <a href="https://therenegadeseamstress.com/" target="_blank">The Renegade Seamstress!</a></div>
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My daughter Emily of <a href="http://emilyfashionista.blogspot.com/">Fashionista Emily</a> and her sewing student made Matching Tartan Skirts. Aren't they cute? </div>
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My daughter Emily of <a href="http://emilyfashionista.blogspot.com/">Fashionista Emily's</a> sewing student made this cute apron last Halloween. She chose spider fabric. She's only 8. Isn't she adorable. How old were you when you first started sewing?</div>
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My 15 year old daughter of <a href="http://emilyfashionista.blogspot.com/">Fashionista Emily</a> teaches private sewing lessons. This is a purse and matching coin purse one of her students made as a gift for a little girl. The fabric is gorgeous. Do you or have taught others to sew? I have passed this skill on to three of my girls and one of my sons so far, as well as two of my nieces.</div>
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My 15 year old daughter Emily of <a href="http://emilyfashionista.blogspot.com/">Fashionista Emily</a> made this beautiful skirt. I originally got this fabric for myself, but I let her talk me out of it. Glad I did. </div>
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Another house dress for my aunt using McCall's 5640. After this I'll make her just one more for a while so I can do some other projects. She should be set. This will give her a total of four. The three I made several years ago have had to be retired. I'll probably make her one a year after this. I don't do a lot of sewing for others. I'm really good at setting boundaries. Do you sew for others? For who and what? Do you set boundaries? How do you handle requests? </div>
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Isn't this pretty fabric? I love the vibrant colors. Pink and purple are some of my favorite colors. I picked this up at Walmart on clearance. What are you working on right now?</div>
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We just found out that our daughter and her family will be adding a new member to their family in August. This is a great way to start the new year. Happy New Year!</div>
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Hope you had a wonderful Christmas! We went to my brother and sister-in-law's home. They live in town. My mom and sister come as well. Always nice to see family. How did you spend Christmas? I made these two hula hoops for a client. They are made to last, not like the cheap kid ones. Such great exercise too! I like variety. I enjoy walking, hula hooping, Yoga, weight training and Zumba. What do you like to do for exercise? Any New Year's resolutions? Happy New Year! Stay safe!</div>
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from me and my family to you and yours!</div>
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This is one of the house dresses I made for my aunt last year but it was a bit too short; so I added a contrast fabric to the bottom. I think it adds a nice touch. I actually like this version even more. What do you think? What are your plans for Christmas? Have a Merry Christmas, Everyone!</div>
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I made this sweet linen house dress for my aunt using McCall's 5640 for Christmas. This is the 4th one I've made her. I think I've spoiled her because she only likes house dresses, or moo moos as she calls them, that I make for her. Are you making gifts for Christmas? Leave a link in the comments so we can take a look. </div>
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Date night with the man of my dreams. My hubby of course. We went to see War Room. It was great. Everyone should see it. </div>
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How has everyone been? I think of you often. I have been crazy busy as usual. This has been a busier summer than usual with camps and water parks, as well as many, many other things. Whew! I have also been been doing a lot of research in the health and wellness arena. I'll be sure to share some of that with you at a later time.</div>
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With my babies, minus our two oldest who have flown the nest. Hubby is the photographer. This is after a day at the children's museum. </div>
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The kids had an amazing time. This was one of Samantha's favorite activities. </div>
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I made my 7 year old son a Curious George Blanket. We love Curious George in our house! We have the movie, books and stuffed animals. Our 3 year old Samantha gives him a hug and kiss and calls him "Monkey George." I made Emily and Martin, now 14 and 12, each one when they were babies, and Matthew has been sleeping with theirs. They've been very nice to share, but really would like them back before he wears theirs out. I finished it last night before going to bed while he was sleeping and left it on the sofa for him to find when he awoke this morning. He was so very happy as you can imagine. He had picked out the fabric and has been anxiously waiting for me to get to it this past week. The fabric on the other side is a bed sheet I picked up from Goodwill, a lot less expensive than yardage. I love the ombre effect.</div>
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My 14 year old daughter <a href="http://emilyfashionista.blogspot.com/">Fashionista Emily</a> has done a cute t-shirt refashion with lace! You can check out her project on her <a href="http://emilyfashionista.blogspot.com/2015/04/refashioned-shirt.html">blog</a>. I know she would love to hear from you. You can also follow her on Bloglovin and Google followers, all on her sidebar.Trudyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11649677045881448393noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-611763723530514953.post-73791533745079594372015-04-20T07:00:00.001-05:002015-04-20T07:00:00.077-05:003 Year Old Samantha Singing and Signing to "I Love You Lord."<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SMQOFHSZojg" width="480"></iframe><br />
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I know this is not a sewing post, but I wanted to share this 38-second video of Samantha singing and signing to "I Love You Lord." Hope you enjoy!Trudyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11649677045881448393noreply@blogger.com8