Category Archives: Vintage sewing

Pea Coat Nouveau

Posted on January 21, 2016 by

Fabric: Navy Blue Wool and silky turquoise lining Pattern: Vogue 8884 View B Year: Classic (this design dates back to the 1700’s) Notions: Gold metallic buttons with a blue center Accessories: Hand crocheted scarf (made by me) Time to complete: a few weeks First … Continue reading →

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All Sewn Up in 2015

Posted on December 30, 2015 by

Just some of the highlights of 2015! I pledged not to buy RTW clothes and made all of my own. I posted my makes to The Monthly Stitch, Kolabora, and Sewist as well as to my blog at Zibergirl.com. I … Continue reading →

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Holiday Coat Made in 2012

Posted on December 3, 2015 by

This is my go-to holiday coat! I wore it today 12-2015 and still got tons of compliments! I didn’t wear the silly hat, or fancy shoes. 🙂 This is how we used to set up our weekly blog posts for … Continue reading →

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Sewist: The New Sewing Social Network

Posted on November 22, 2015 by

It’s been a little over a month since the new Sewist.com site opened. It’s a place where members can share sewing and crafting projects, review and comment on projects, and socialize in groups. You can search through hundreds of patterns in our growing database … Continue reading →

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So Long, Marianne!

Posted on November 5, 2015 by

I love this cute knit dress designed by Christine Haynes. The Marianne has a 60’s vibe and can be made up easily in a variety of knits and styles.   The one I’m wearing is a practice muslin that I made to  check … Continue reading →

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Let’s Start the Party with a Giveaway and Blog Hop

Posted on September 16, 2015 by

I have way over 500 followers either through email, Bloglovin, or other ways that you might follow, so it’s time to start the party! I’ll be giving away at least 10 cute little handmade business card holders to folks that comment … Continue reading →

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Classic and Casual Carolyn Pajamas

Posted on August 6, 2015 by

Update: I was eliminated in round four. 😦 One of these talented ladies: Leah, Shannon, or Teresa, will win the grand prize during round 5. Here’s my entry for Round Four of the Super Online Sewing Match II: The Carolyn Pajamas … Continue reading →

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The Best Thing I’ve Ever Sewn

Posted on July 29, 2015 by

I’m competing in the Super Online Sewing Match II hosted by Sew Mama Sew and I have made it to Round Four. In between each round the contestants are asked to answer a sewing related question. For Round Four, the … Continue reading →

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Cuna Caravan Tote and Pouch

Posted on July 23, 2015 by

Here’s my entry for Round Three of the Super Online Sewing Match II: The Caravan Tote and Pouch. Kudos to Sew Mama Sew for coming up with another project that allows us to give it our personal touch. I’m thoroughly enjoying competing with such … Continue reading →

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The Marianne Dress for Round 2 of SOSM

Posted on July 8, 2015 by

Here’s my entry for Round Two of the Super Online Sewing Match II. All eight of the remaining contestants were sent the Marianne Dress pattern by Christine Haynes and a gift certificate to purchase fabric at FabricWorm.com. I love their selection … Continue reading →

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