Jackets complete total look
The fashion magazines when talking about a wardrobe like to refer to it as “the total look.” The most important fashion piece in your wardrobe is the jacket. I [Read More]
Keeping You In Stitches
Playing piano and sewing a lot alike
Is it possible that playing the piano is similar to sewing? I was taking my weekly piano lesson when my teacher said something that made light bulbs go off in my brain. And [Read More]
The meaning of ‘Haute Couture’
We’ve heard this term, but what does Haute Couture literally means. It means, “sewing at a high level” or “finest high fashion sewing.” Let’s just say that there [Read More]
Plus sizes – what’s good, what’s not
Let’s tackle the subject of plus sizes. When choosing a pattern it helps to have a few guidelines. Dresses are the most flattering garments for the woman with an ample [Read More]
All about those sewing terms
Sometimes when I write my sewing column, I assume that everyone knows the basic terms that are involved in sewing. But I think I need to step back and re-evaluate that line [Read More]
Bare facts about bathing suits
By SALLY COWAN What am I describing “Made out of serge, alpaca or flannel in dark blue or black and usually trimmed with white braid with a fitted bodice, high neck and [Read More]
Hints on activewear
Active wear – this could include hiking, camping, running or in my case, biking. When you select outerwear fabrics they should provide efficient protection without [Read More]
Choosing the right active wear fabric
Active wear – this could include hiking, camping, running or in my case, biking. When you select outerwear fabrics they should provide efficient protection without [Read More]
Keeping You in Stitches: Activewear
Let’s talk about activewear. This could include hiking, camping, running or in my case, biking. When you select outerwear fabrics they should provide efficient [Read More]
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