Category Archives: RTW Fast

The Corporate Look

Posted on February 9, 2014 by Fabric, Thread, Clothes?

Here’s the finished top on me. Generally, this is my uniform of sorts, a button down blouse, black pants and usually a belt.    I bought about 5 pairs of these pants from Ann Taylor a few years ago (maybe 3 … Continue reading →

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DONE!!!! Vogue 1387

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Fabric, Thread, Clothes?

YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!     The full pattern review is here:  http://new.patternreview.com/review/pattern/95236 I’m still deciding if I want the decorative X over top of the buttons.  Here’s a sample that I somewhat haphazardly made.   Right now, I think I’ll leave it plain, … Continue reading →

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HELP!!!! Starch Discoloration

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Fabric, Thread, Clothes?

My attempt at starching the fabric has led to some discoloration.  Am I out of luck with this fabric?? I put the full question here in the PR Fabric forum b/c I figured the most people would see it that … Continue reading →

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Vogue 1387 Muslin

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Fabric, Thread, Clothes?

I made my muslin today!  I was debating about even making one, but I really didn’t know how this shirt would fit, so thought it was wise to take the time. I used this icky polyester that I bought from … Continue reading →

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Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should?

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Fabric, Thread, Clothes?

Ehh, I’m still deciding.    It’s very furry…and purple…  It’s REALLY warm though!   Review here:  http://sewing.patternreview.com/review/pattern/94601   Ultimately, I decided on using the Kwik Sew pattern, just to try something different.  I think I’m done with furry vests for awhile.  🙂   … Continue reading →

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