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Drape Yourself a Bodice

Ann Steeves, contributor | January 2nd, 20084 comments

Cornell University course Web site offers instruction on how to drape a basic bodice—from measuring a muslin to adding or subtracting the final darts.

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Subversive Seamster

SewStylish Magazine, | December 13th, 2007

Subversive Seamster is a guide on how to transform seemingly unwearable thrift-store finds into unique clothes and accessories.

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Where We Shopped

SewStylish Magazine, | November 29th, 2007

Our Embellishments issue had us sourcing gorgeous crafting supplies near and far. Here's what we bought and where.

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Prairie Girl Quiz

SewStylish Magazine, | November 29th, 2007

What kind of prairie girl are you? Take this quiz to find out if you rule the fashion frontier.

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American Fashion Review

SewStylish Magazine, | November 26th, 2007

American Fashion is visually stimulating and establishes thought-provoking connections to great movements in history that are not customarily associated with fashion. The timeline is extended over the past eighty years and delves into: cultural, political, economic, and social elements that have influenced fashion.

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The Latest Sewing Lingo

SewStylish Magazine, | November 20th, 2007

A dictionary of sewing terms straight from the pages of Sew Stylish Embellishments.

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The Golden Age of Couture

Ann Steeves, contributor | November 1st, 2007

This great companion to the display at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London covers many aspects of the couture industries in the 1950s.

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Chanel: Collections and Creations

Ann Steeves, contributor | October 17th, 2007

Designs by Coco Chanel teach and inspire in this book by Daniele Bott.

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Strike a Pose, There's Nothing to It Vogue

SewStylish Magazine, | August 13th, 2007

A well-edited volume by top-quality purveyors, Rizzoli, condenses the best of Vogue magazine into coffee-table format.

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Top 10 Sewing Books

Ann Steeves, contributor | July 12th, 2007

Here are the top 10 books everyone should have in their library.

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A Dress for All Occasions

Carol Fresia, contributor | June 25th, 2007

Start with a basic shift, and go from there to ... anywhere!

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Multiply your wardrobe options with Simplicity's shirt pattern

Carol Fresia, contributor | June 25th, 2007

This pattern is a must-have for creating an infinite variety of blouses and shirts.

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Yum! A Deliciously Comfy Dress that Looks Fabulous, Too

Carol Fresia, contributor | June 25th, 2007

Check out this design for an assortment of jersey dresses that are as soft as your favorite T-shirt, but pack enough style for just about any occasion.

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