Month: September 2015

In defense of the polka dot; Vogue 9128

.Reading time 5 minutes.

When it comes to polka dots, I’m a true fan. To me, they’re a fun, easy-to-wear print; a timeless, classic look that’s fun and light.    So when I spied the polka dots on this cotton knit at Mill End, I couldn’t wait to throw that bolt of fabric in my shopping cart. Imagine my surprise when […]

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A Manly Shirt that you can sew in a day

.Reading time 6 minutes.

The last thing I sewed for my son was a vampire cape, black satin (of course) with a stand-up collar and red lining. That was awhile back. So when he said he would like a new shirt, I jumped at the chance to sew for My Only. Of course, once committed, I worried. The fabric…the pattern…what […]

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