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Patterns Printed on Custom Fabric

Posted on November 20, 2017 by emarch

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 →

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Project Runway Recap, Season 16: Finale, Part 2

Posted on November 17, 2017 by emarch

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 →

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Project Runway Recap: Episode 13 Finale, Part 1

Posted on November 10, 2017 by emarch

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 →

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Top Cardigan Pattern – Sew News Staff Picks

Posted on November 8, 2017 by Amanda Carestio

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 →

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Project Runway Recap: Episode 12 Snow Business Like Sew Business

Posted on November 3, 2017 by emarch

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 →

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Houston Sewing Meteorologist – See Lisa Vaughn’s Cloud Dress + Q&A!

Posted on October 31, 2017 by emarch

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 →

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Project Runway Recap: S 16, E 11

Posted on October 27, 2017 by emarch

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 →

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Project Runway Recap: Episode 10 Driving Miss Unconventional

Posted on October 20, 2017 by emarch

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 →

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A Look Into Steampunk: Fashion, Art & Technology

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Jill

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 →

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Project Runway Recap, S 16, E 9: A “Little” Avant Garde

Posted on October 13, 2017 by emarch

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 →

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Remembering John Denver With Anna Zapp

Posted on October 12, 2017 by emarch

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 →

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Project Runway Recap: S16, E 8 Client On The Go

Posted on October 6, 2017 by emarch

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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Project Runway Recap: Season 16, Episode 7

Posted on September 29, 2017 by emarch

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 →

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Project Runway Recap: S16, E6

Posted on September 22, 2017 by emarch

Project Runway Recap Season 16, Episode 6: Models Off Duty

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Project Runway Recap, S16, E5

Posted on September 18, 2017 by emarch

Project Runway Recap Season 16, Episode 5: Descending Into Good and Evil

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Project Runway Week in Review S16, E4

Posted on September 8, 2017 by emarch

We’re Sleeping Wear? Season 16, Episode 4 The designers must incorporate surface embellishment techniques into sleepwear fashions for Heidi Klum’s Sleepwear Collection. The winning look will be mass produced for Heidi’s line. photos courtesy of mylifetime.com. I was super excited … Continue reading →

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Project Runway Week in Review–S16, E3

Posted on September 1, 2017 by emarch

Project Runway: Week in Review A Leap of Innovation Taking inspiration from the movie Leap. I’ll start off by saying: I don’t get it. The winning look from E3 looked like a sloppy, ill-fitting oversized men’s shirt with button loop … Continue reading →

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