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Category Archives: Fashion
Project Runway All Stars Season 6, E 2 Recap
Project Runway All Stars Season 6, E 2: Damsels in Distress This week, the designers were tasked with creating a distressed look. They had to concoct a story for their model that included some sort of tragedy–a reason why her … Continue reading
Wardrobe Planning with Riva la Diva: 4 Steps to Developing Your Style
We’re so excited to launch a brand new column for 2018. Clothes Minded will focus on wardrobe planning, style considerations, finding your style and more, featuring a great list of sewists, bloggers and fashionistas. First up is Riva la Diva, … Continue reading
Project Runway All Stars Season 6: Episode 1 Recap
Project Runway All Stars Season 6, Episode 1: Rookies vs Vets All Stars is BACK and I’m excited to see some of my favorite personalities from past seasons of Project Runway. photos courtesy of mylifetime.com. My top 3 from the … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion
Tagged Alyssa Milano, Casanova, Isaac Mizrahi, Melissa Fleis, Project Runway All Stars
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Sewing Inspiration – Cruise Wear For Dress and Casual
The week before Christmas, I was lucky enough to take a Caribbean cruise with several family members. We had been planning the cruise for almost a year, so of course, I had it in mind as I sewed over the … Continue reading
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Patterns Printed on Custom Fabric
Create one-of-a-kind embroidered garments using BurdaStyle digital patterns printed directly onto custom Spoonflower fabrics. There’s no need to print the pattern onto sheets of paper, tape them together and cut out your size. The size you need is digitally printed … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Project Inspiration
Tagged BurdaStyle, fashion sewing, garment patterns, Spoonflower fabrics, Sprout patterns
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Project Runway Recap, Season 16: Finale, Part 2
Project Runway Recap, Season 16: Finale, Part 2 Here we go! We finally discover who wins Project Runway after a grueling month of having too many designers as finalists. photos courtesy of mylifetime.com. I was convinced that Brandon would take … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Sewing Inspiration
Tagged Ayana Ife, Brandon Kee, Heidi Klum, Kentaro Kemeyama, Margarita Alvarez, Project Runway finale, Tim Gunn
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Project Runway Recap: Episode 13 Finale, Part 1
In this week’s episode, we learn who will move forward to NY Fashion Week. Seem like a repeat of last week?…sort of. The designers went home for 5 weeks to work on 10-piece collections, and Tim Gunn did the obligatory … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion
Tagged Ayana Ife, Brandon Kee, fashion, Heidi Klum, Kentaro Kameyama, Kenya Freeman, Margarita Alvarez, Project Runway, Sew News, sewing, Tim Gunn
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Top Cardigan Pattern – Sew News Staff Picks
The Luxe Layer pattern from Oct/Nov Sew News has got us all in the mood for cardigans! From structured sweater knit cardis to lightweight cardigans for layering, cardigans are the perfect transition piece. They’re great in cooler weather, obviously, but … Continue reading
Project Runway Recap: Episode 12 Snow Business Like Sew Business
Project Runway, Season 16, Episode 12: There’s Snow Business like Sew Business This week really confused me. I have no idea why the challenge was so simple: The designers were to create a winter look that any fashionista would be … Continue reading
Houston Sewing Meteorologist – See Lisa Vaughn’s Cloud Dress + Q&A!
Weathering Heights by Ellen March When Lisa Vaughn garnered national attention for her handmade cloud-print dress, the Houston meteorologist was shocked and flattered. Although she doesn’t credit sewing for her successful career (she holds two masters’ degrees after all), she … Continue reading
Project Runway Recap: S 16, E 11
Project Runway Recap: Season 16, Episode 11: Warrior Fashion photos courtesy of mylifetime.com. This episode of Project Runway was near and dear to my heart. The designers were brought to a boxing ring and met breast cancer survivors, who told … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Project Inspiration
Tagged Ayana Ife, Brandon Kee, Breast Cancer Awareness, fashion sewing, Heidi Klum, Kentaro Kameyana, Kenya Freeman, Margarita Alvarez, Project Runway, Sew News, Tim Gunn, warrior fashion
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Project Runway Recap: Episode 10 Driving Miss Unconventional
Project Runway Recap, Season 16, Episode 10: Driving Miss Unconventional photos courtesy of mylifetime.com. This week the designers had to use “safety” materials to create a look in the Lexus unconventional challenge. A collection of caution tape, bungee cords, … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion
Tagged Ayana Ife, fashion sewing, Heidi Klum, Michael Brambila, Nina Garcia, Project Runway, Sew News, Tim Gunn, Zac Posen
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A Look Into Steampunk: Fashion, Art & Technology
Steampunk, for the uninitiated is a sub genre of science fiction that masterfully blends Victorian and futuristic elements. Don’t confuse it with Goth or Emo. Steampunk in my opinion is far more artful. Here is a mini primer on Steampunk … Continue reading
Project Runway Recap, S 16, E 9: A “Little” Avant Garde
Project Runway Recap -Season 16, Episode 9: A “Little” Avant Garde photos courtesy of mylifetime.com. This episode started off as a continuation of last week. Did Claire cheat? Or was she the clear winner of last week’s challenge? I’ll just say: … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion
Tagged Batani-Khalfani, Claire Buitendorp, designer, fashion sewing, Heidi Klum, Margarita Alvarez, Michael Brambila, Project Runway, Sew News, Tim Gunn
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Remembering John Denver With Anna Zapp
Today marks 20 years since the passing of John Denver, who was tragically killed in a plane crash off the coast of California on Oct 12, 1997. We celebrate the life of the humanitarian, political activist, award-winning songwriter and performer … Continue reading
Posted in Costumes, Fashion, Garment Sewing, Meet the Designer
Tagged Anna Zapp, costumes, John Denver, Sew News, sewing, western wear
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Project Runway Recap: S16, E 8 Client On The Go
Project Runway Recap -Season 16, Episode 8: Client on the Go There are only 9 designers left, and the front runners are really separating themselves from the flock. This week’s challenge was sponsored by Dixie cups. The designers had to … Continue reading
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Tagged Claire Buitendorp, fashion sewing, Heidi Klum, Project Runway, Tim Gunn
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Project Runway Recap: Season 16, Episode 7
Project Runway Recap -Season 16, Episode 7: The Ultimate Faceoff The challenge this week was to create a menswear-inspired look using fabrics from JC Penny menswear fashions. The perfect challenge for Brandon and Kentaro, who already do menswear-inspired designs for … Continue reading
