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A Novel Idea
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This was one of those last minute sewing projects as the Summer weather was
threatening to disappear but I felt the need to make just one more
sundress. ...
new/old denim skirt
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hello! I’ve made a new skirt, using all bits and pieces from old denim
jeans .. or should that then … Continue Reading →
The post new/old denim skirt ap...
Netherlands Tour
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I just returned from the Threads Magazine tour of European Couture Design
and Sewing in the Netherlands. The tour started in Amsterdam, and continued
t...
Cover a stain with embroidery
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Out of nowhere (so it seamed) a stain had appeared on one sleeve of this
cardigan. It looked like toothpaste, but it clearly wasn't, since washing
did...
The Pogonip Pullover
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*I love my Pogonip Pullover by Friday Pattern Company. It is my second
adventure using Friday Patterns and I find their quality is consistent and
Great!...
How to choose between Olive & Olive Curve
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If you find yourself in the crossover 14-20 sizes and are struggling to
choose between the Olive & Olive Curve patterns, today I will be sharing a
visual...
They grow up so fast!
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Do you see the cute little blonde girl completely enthralled with Robb's
story?:) She turned 30 yesterday!!!Happy Belated Birthday Maddy!! I love
you!* I...
Block By Block Quilt || The Final
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The Block by Block quilt is finally done!! This quilt has been in the works
for what feels like FOREVER! I mean yes the idea is that I could work on a
bl...
Come to the Oldest Church in Town!
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It’s been a while since I have written a blog post. It is partly because I
have found it increasingly difficult to come up with original content, but
al...
Just in time for warm weather - Cashmerette Stanton
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The Sewjo has been Slowjo since my last post. And that means I probably
won't have much chance to wear this before next winter, except for taking
Cyrus out...
This and That for March
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February was a very interesting month of weather for us. We broke all
kinds of cold temperatures and low snow levels. I am hoping March is a bit
kinde...
What it's Really Like to be a Broke Single Mom
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Writing this post is a bold move, but I want this reality to be put out
there. There are a lot of people living it, and I want them to know that
they...
Grandma Pat and Trixie
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Here is my latest shoot for Advanced Pets featuring the always gorgeous
Grandma Pat and Trixie. By the way I just started selling prints and totes
on Soc...
Seamwork Taylor Dress
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Seamwork just dropped 2 new patterns yesterday and as an ambassador, I get
early access. I chose to make the Taylor dress this month.
I am 5'3" with fu...
Selain Oploverz dan Anoboy, Cara Nonton Anime
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oploverz one piece Tidak ada 'matinya', anime atau animasi jepang masih
terus memerankan salah satu tontonan nun digandrungi di Indonesia. Nonton
anime kin...
While shopping in Nordstrom's...look what I saw
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It's been a while since I've been to a mall. Today while returning shoes
purchased on line, I saw this set up. They actually have an alterations
statio...
Sticker Art!
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I’ve got quite the selection of stickers in my shop - all but two are
holographic . Which one is your favorite?
If you want to find that favorite in your ...
A 1920s Christmas
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Merry Christmas Eve!! I'm delighted showcase my new 1920s dress.
This is actually my FIRST 1920s make (even though I sewed up another dress
at the same t...
Silver Denim Jacket - Simplicity 8845
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Hi friends, I interrupt my tailoring posts to bring you my silver jacket,
which is actually sort of a tailoring post in disguise, because hand sewn
but...
Last Post & New Adventure – Esther Andrews Bridal
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Hello old friends,
It feels strange writing this post after starting this blog over 11 years
ago when I was only 14-years-old. I remember starting this ...
I'm still sewing!!
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I'm still here! I'm just on IG now! Follow me there! @two_on_two_off . This
is my newest pattern and it's a JUMPSUIT!!
View this post on Instagram
My f...
Challenge For This Weeks Food for the Family
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It’s been a while I know.
Life happens, keeps us busy, and you even forget you have a blog let alone
write in it.
So here it is...a CHALLENGE.
I would lo...
Paying Homage to Black Pattern Designers...
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...for years February has been set aside as a special time to learn about
and recognize accomplishments of African Americans and other people of
color. Th...
PR Challenge #2: Zippers!!!
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*"Sew an article of clothing with the zipper(s) being the primary focus.
Show us how you incorporate them not only for function but also as a
creative elem...
IKEA backpack (Kanken backpack knockoff)
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Once in a while, I make something just because of curiosity. Like this
backpack that I made a couple of days ago. Perhaps you’re familiar with the
general ...
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surrounding...
Stretch Velvet Blue Mermaid Prom Gown.....
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Hey Everyone much apologies for my hiatus. I'm just now catching up after
launching my Image Consulting business a few months ago. This is a custom
go...
Knit Top - Vogue 1567 by Paco Peralta
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I love this top! First, it's purple. Second, it's designed by the
phenomenal Paco of Barcelona. Go HERE to see the pattern. Third, the knit
rayon/lycra f...
Visit My NEW Blog!
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Okay, big news. I have started a new blog. It's hard to believe that it's
been a decade since I started Gertie's New Blog for Better Sewing! Starting
my i...
A Plethora of Hand-Knit Socks
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Prior to now, I’ve only ever made 2 pairs of toe-up socks. Back in 2014, I
made one test pair for myself and the “real” pair was for my
grandmother-in-l...
A new version of Petal Yoke Cardigan
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I finished the second version of this cardigan, this time I made a
sweater from the same pattern, I simply worked it following the pattern
until th...
Come one come all!! Part 1!
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Hello!!! Gosh darn it I did it again! Here we are 19 months after my last
post!! I said I was going to post more often and I can't believe that much
tim...
Minoru Jacket: Five Ways
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We’re in the middle of some gorgeous summer weather. On those cooler summer
evenings by the beach, hikes through the forest or just a rainy day, a
jacket...
Simplicity 1163 Modified
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Aloha! Surprise.....I've made another skirt! This is made with another 2
yard cut of knit fabric that I received from Girl Charlee a while ago.
This fa...
lumberjack
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You may recall, I made Mr. AFS a plaid flannel shirt a little over a year
ago from Simplicity 1544. Since then I’ve gone on to make more versions of
the sh...
Productivity
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Productivity in the Cole house is through the roof.
Annie has 2 YouTube channels, Max & Mark Adam have one too. Matthew is in a
theatre production, Lily & ...
Kirsten Kimono T-Shirt
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Seems like the only thing I know how to sew anymore is t-shirts. I used to
think I would have more time to sew when I got older and when the kids were
old...
Burda 11-2012-118, Classic Trench
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So last Spring, almost a year ago now, I was in a mood to tackle a big
project and to do it right. I don't know why t...
DIY bird watching kit for kids
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I haven't posted anything in a very long because, well, frankly ....I
haven't sewn anything ...but also because I focused on my other blog: Non
Toy Gifts. ...
Thank You!
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I was surprised as the number of responses to my most recent post! I am
thankful to have you as readers, and would like you to know how special
each one o...
my favourite room.
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As usual, it has been ages since I posted. Strangely, in my last post,
there were these funny colour "patches" which I cannot remove nor replace.
I even t...
Butterick 5602 - the shapely shift!
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As my last two makes were useful wardrobe basics I gave myself permission
to indulge myself with another dress – I just love to make dresses! Since
finishi...