Yay! I finished before the deadline. This post is primarily for other PR contest members who may be interested in some of the construction details. The contest rules don't allow for many photos. I think I can submit only 3 photos, one of which has to be the "inspiration" garment. A little sewing geekery..... Because the [...]
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Contest Sewing Update
It snowed here most of the day yesterday. So rather than risk a fender bender, or worse, I stayed in and sewed. I'm really making great progress, and feel pretty confident that I'll be able to finish before the deadline. Having made this jacket before is a huge advantage. I'm not exactly sure how these [...]
Ready, Set….Compete!
I should have my head examined! I've gone and entered my first sewing contest at Pattern Review. I've looked at these contests before, but they always strike me as impossible. One Pattern -- Many Looks. Oh, man, I'd be lucky to complete ONE look! Or something like, A Complete Coordinated Wardrobe. Seriously? Anyway, I've decided [...]
obsessing a little
Thanks to everyone on the Pattern Review message boards who advised me on the patch pockets. It was unanimous that I interface the entire pocket even though the instructions (just pictures) don't show it. I think they would have been very disappointing if I had merely lined them. I'm getting a lot of mileage out [...]
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