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Category Archives: FIBER FASHION FUN
Not Just Any Old Seam Gauge
It’s all about the Button Spacer–that U-shaped appendage at one end. There are two that swivel plus the ruler itself.
You see, buttons need a thread shank, yes, even buttons with built-on shanks; more necessary for thick, bulky fabrics. The thread shank acts as a support for the button lifting it slightly off the garment, allowing space for the overlapping fabric to fit between the button and the garment. Ever seen garments that bunch up around the button? Not enough room under the button! Continue reading
Posted in FIBER FASHION FUN Tagged Amazon, button spacer, hemline gauge, knitting gauge, seam gauge 2 Comments
Hemline Sewing Knitting and Seam Gauge
Hemline Sewing Knitting and Seam Gauge A sewing gauge was the first sewing tool introduced to me in my 7th grade Home Economics class. Well, actually, it was probably the third or fourth, after scissors and pins. So it’s safe … Continue reading
Camo for the Metro Man
2016 Update Father’s Day is June 19, 2016. So, here’s my tip for the Perfect Father’s Day Gift. A Camo Shirt/Jacket is The Gift a Dad, husband, brother, boy friend, will wear. Whether he is a farmer or a Silicon … Continue reading
Posted in FIBER FASHION FUN Tagged Audi, BMW, Camo, Metro Guy, Metro Man, neupurposed, Perfectt Father's Day Gift, SF Marina, shirt jacket, Steam-A-Seam, ultra suede, Valentino, walking foot 134 Comments
A Book Review–The Lost Art of Dress–The Women Who Once Made America Stylish
The Perfect Mother’s Day Gift. Update–May 2016 Received as Mother’s Day gift in 2014 and immediately devoured it. Two years later it is still a recommended read. Enjoy the review; didn’t change a word for the original post! The Lost … Continue reading