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{review} Husqvarna Viking Jade 20

04/5/2017

Hi, friends! If you follow me on Instagram, you probably know that I got a new sewing machine a few months ago.  I had been looking at sewing machines for a couple of years as I figured out what my needs are vs. my wants and decided on a machine that would suit me and […]

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{review} Heirloom Sewing: Essential Techniques by Susan Stewart

05/25/2016

Disclaimer:  Although I am a Craftsy affiliate, I purchased this class on my own.  This post contains affiliate links.  These are my honest thoughts and opinions. Good morning, friends! Today, I’m sharing my experience with Heirloom Sewing:  Essential Techniques by Susan Stewart.  As soon as I saw this class on Craftsy, I knew it was […]

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{review} Sewing Bras: Construction and Fit with Beverly Johnson

02/22/2016

Hello there, friends! It’s Lingerie Month over at the Curvy Sewing Collective and I’m happy to report that I have finally delved into the art of bra-making!  I’ve been interested in sewing my own bra for a few years now, and I have had a bra pattern and two kits to try my hand at […]

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How I Plan My Sewing Projects: A Review of the Curvy Sketchbook

07/29/2015

Hi Folks! Although I’ve had the Curvy Sketchbook since it’s release, I wanted to play around with it for a little while before I showcased it on my blog.  This plus size workbook is the brainchild of Jenny (Cashmerette) and features not only pages to sketch and plan your projects, but pages to organize your […]

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{review} Plus-Size Pattern Fitting and Design with Barbara Deckert

09/11/2014

Disclaimer:  I am a Craftsy affiliate and I received this class for no cost.  This is my honest review. I recently had the opportunity to take a Craftsy class and after perusing through the titles and reading about classes that interested me, I decided to take Barbara Deckert’s Plus-Size Pattern Fitting & Design.  This was […]

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  • The 1920’s Egyptian Revival Gown
  • The Embroidered Zig Zag Dress
  • The 1929 Pansy Dress
  • The 1930’s Silk Velvet Dress
  • Sailors are My Weakness [The Dorothy Lara Dress]
  • The California Poppy Blouse
  • The 1950’s Robin Hood Dress
  • The Broderie Anglaise Birthday Dress

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