I have joined a group of lovely ladies from around the globe (I think many are from Australia and New Zealand) in a new sewing collective known as The Monthly Stitch. Each month we are given a challenge theme to … Continue reading
Tag Archives: something in silk
Tutorial: Self-covered belt hack
I nearly forgot to make the self-covered belt to go with my Something in Silk Dress! I ran out to Jo-Ann Fabrics last night but sadly I couldn’t find any belt interfacing. The employees didn’t even know what I was … Continue reading
WIP: Something in Silk lapped zipper placket
I’ve been working hard on my Something in Silk Dress and I’m pleased to say that it’s currently hanging on my dress form, Ena (EE-na), who is named after the woman who so kindly gave it to me when she … Continue reading
WIP: Something in Silk Dress facings & french seams
I’m making progress on my Something in Silk Dress. If you’ve missed the other posts, catch up here: WIP: Something in Silk WIP: Something in Silk Test Garment Yesterday I interfaced the facings using a featherweight fusible because the only … Continue reading