nancynancy
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craft interests: fashion, sewing
Gender: Female
Member Since: 05/14/2010
Hobo handbag
I worked for three weeks on the pattern for this hobo handbag. It's based on a high end designer bag I saw on a specialty store website. The bag is made of Ultraleather and is fully lined. I ordered...
Denim Motorcycle Jacket
This past spring I became obsessed with a gray silk motorcycle jacket from Akris, a top European fashion house (see bottom photo). Even though the $3,500 price tag was lightyears beyond my budget, I...
"Fur" Trimmed, Prequilted, Apres Ski Jacket
I've never set foot on a ski slope, but after reading the current issue of Sew Stylish, I thought it would be fun to sew a faux fur trimmed, apres ski jacket especially for...
Zipper Snap Tote
If you look at the photo carefully, you'll see the eye catching metal accents on this totebag are ordinary sewing notions -- giant silver snaps and a metal jacket zipper from the local fabric...
Winnie the Pooh Delightful Day Nursery Hand Painted Canvas
BellaBambiniDecor | February 13th, 2012
Pafu XXV - Fabric and beads brooch / pin
I_Want_my_Hobo | February 13th, 2012
DIY safety pin bracelet
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My craft idol
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Re: "Fur" Trimmed, Prequilted, Apres Ski Jacket
Thank you for your kind comments. By the way, if you'd like to learn more about this project and see additional photos, please follow this link: http://sewing.patternreview.com/cgi-bin/readreview.pl?readreview=1&reviewnum=56249
posted: 9:57 pm on October 20thRe: Brown Chenile Jacket
What rich looking details.
posted: 10:31 pm on October 18thRe: Debys Fleece Jacket Challenge Entry
Very resourceful changes.
posted: 10:29 pm on October 18thRe: "Autumn Military Plaid Jacket " for Fall 2010 Jacket challenge
So creative!
posted: 6:14 pm on October 18thRe: Upcycled Jacket for Kids
Adorable.
posted: 4:45 pm on October 18thRe: 1939 Vintage Reproduction Rayon Coat
Very elegant.
posted: 4:44 pm on October 18thRe: Circle Skirt and single shoulder top
Lovely skirt. The fabric drapes so gracefully.
posted: 4:40 pm on October 18thRe: Cherry Hill Tartan Capelet for Jacket Challenge
What a fun look with many surprising details.
posted: 4:37 pm on October 18thRe: Recrafted Sweatshirt Jacket for Contest
Very cute, especially with the details you added.
posted: 4:33 pm on October 18thRe: Embroidered Linen Jacket for Challenge
Another great look for you.
posted: 4:31 pm on October 18thRe: Houndstooth Trench Coat for Challenge
Very flattering style.
posted: 4:29 pm on October 18thRe: Jacket Challenge
The jacket fits perfectly, and the pinweaving is lovely.
posted: 4:26 pm on October 18thRe: [Jacket Challenge] Ombre Dyed White Trench Coat
The pink hem is a very nice surprise.
posted: 4:25 pm on October 18thRe: Denim Military Jacket for Fall Jacket Contest
Great jacket, very stylish.
posted: 4:24 pm on October 18thRe: "Can I wear post-punk to work?" Jacket for Jacket Challenge
Very clever design and use of recycled wool.
posted: 4:20 pm on October 18thRe: Larissa Earhart jacket for Jacket Challenge
The cuffs and exposed seams are a great addition to your jacket.
posted: 4:13 pm on October 18thRe: Reversible DeepGreen Corduroy-Fur Jacket
Very ingenious.
posted: 4:09 pm on October 18thRe: houndstooth fall jacket for jacket challenge
The jacket turned out beautifully.
posted: 4:04 pm on October 18thRe: Multi-zipper Jacket for Jacket Challenge
Love the zippers!
posted: 4:03 pm on October 18thRe: blue canvas motorcycle jacket for jacket challenge
Great looking jacket.
posted: 4:02 pm on October 18thRe: Last Chance to Enter the SewStylish Jacket Challenge!
Loyl, when I entered the contest a few days ago I simply clicked on the "ENTER NOW!" link above. Unfortunately, I just tested it, and this time I was surprised to see that nothing happened.
posted: 9:31 am on October 16thEntries were supposed to be allowed "before October 18th," which I assumes means up through the 17th. You might want to call the SewStylish office first thing Monday morning to see if they can help you. Here's the toll free number: 800-309-9262.
In the mean time, I recommend you enter your jackets in the regular gallery with a statement that you intended for these items to be included in the contest. Good luck.
Re: "Fur" Trimmed, Prequilted, Apres Ski Jacket
Thank you, Cacmo. A chest shield (the actual term is a chest piece) fills in the hollow in the upper chest and gives a smooth line to this part of the jacket. You can simply add a layer of fleece to the front edge of the shoulder pad as shown on page 90 of Jackets for Real People by Palmer/Pletsch. Page 35 of Podolak's Easy Guide to Sewing Jackets also shows a pattern piece for a chest piece, and can be seen at this link http://books.google.com/books?id=-tQrFaf9DLkC&pg=PA35&lpg=PA35&dq=what+is+a+chest+piece+sewing&source=bl&ots=4cVpS-RaFy&sig=w0l9Of7hsTQPZ3NA9WXjVZcKxaI&hl=en&ei=h_iwTIfZO4P7lwf5x_nkDw&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=7&ved=0CCoQ6AEwBjgK#v=onepage&q&f=false
posted: 7:31 pm on October 9thRe: Deep Orange Fall Jacket
What a beautifully made coat!
posted: 9:04 am on October 6thRe: Bubble Coat
What a charming little coat!
posted: 9:01 am on October 6thRe: "Fur" Trimmed, Prequilted, Apres Ski Jacket
Thank you, vblynn, for the lovely compliment. I've been sewing jackets for two years, and my advice is to just jump in and try a fairly simple jacket first. After a few projects, you'll be ready to tackle almost anything you can dream up.
posted: 8:58 am on October 6thThere are three excellent books on tailoring all of which can be found on amazon.com, and I highly recommend you acquire them in this order: The Easy Guide to Sewing Jackets by Cecelia Podolak, Jackets for Real People by Palmer/Pletsch, and Singer's classic book called Tailoring.
Re: clothes for Yorkie Chardonnay
How cute Chardonnay looks in her new outfits. I have two naughty little yorkies, and my male dog Pookie looks exactly like Chardonnay.
posted: 3:07 pm on October 1stRe: Blue with Black Lycra Spandex Unisex Zentai dress with pant full body spandex suit
This looks like advertising spam to me!
posted: 4:59 pm on September 30thRe: Black Velvet, Formal Highland Apparel
A true classic
posted: 4:50 pm on September 30thRe: White Brocaded Satin
Simply elegant.
posted: 4:50 pm on September 30thRe: Re-use Wool Coat
How creative!
posted: 4:49 pm on September 30thRe: Wool Vest with detachable cape
What a clever design!
posted: 4:48 pm on September 30thRe: Black Silk Jacket with Beaded Lapels and Pockets
So elegant
posted: 4:47 pm on September 30thRe: Blue Plaid Handwoven Jacket
Lovely jacket.
posted: 4:46 pm on September 30thRe: Knit and stretching jean jacket with matching dress
Very cute!
posted: 4:45 pm on September 30thRe: Prickly Heat Won at WOW
Wow is right! Our mutal friend Susan sent me the link, and I was amazed by your witty and beautifully executed design. Congratulations!
posted: 4:42 pm on September 30thRe: Choose the Winner in the Amp Up Your Accessories Contest
I agree with beachart.
posted: 8:47 pm on May 26thRe: Amp Up Your Accessories Official Rules
Where on the website do we go to cast our votes?
posted: 10:52 am on May 26thRe: Amp Up Your Accessories Official Rules
Many of us would like to know when the 5 finalists will be announced and voting will begin.
posted: 5:51 am on May 25th