After going to Paris with Marcy Tilton I decided to work my way through her patterns. So far I’ve made the vest, tee shirt and skirt. I’ve been very happy with the results. Today I got a good start on the jacket pattern. The fabric is a beautiful purple and blue on a gray/black background. It’s available on Marcy’s website (click to link). It has a large repeat which I thought would work very well with the pattern. Most of the jacket pieces are straight so I could use different elements of the fabric (top section is purple hearts, lower section is more of a fleur de lis). I’ll be using other elements of the pattern for the collar and cuffs.
The pattern directions are very clear and take small steps so it’s easy to read the pictures and figure out what to do. Marcy also takes advantage of the serger-something many patterns don’t do.
Despite the bad weather we had a fair turnout and lots of great show and tell. One of the Treadle attendees got motivated to add four pieces to her wardrobe giving Marcy Tilton’s new tee pattern a try. A few of the Bloomington attendees were busy with children’s and American Girl doll garments.
One week later and the sun is shining. The last of the February Fashion Sewing Club meetings is this morning. The coffee in Dunn Bros smells great.
Jacket Techniques class met last night and everyone got at least one sleeve in.
Laurel and I attended the U of M Design Department Senior Style Show last weekend. It was amazing to see the progression of the students from sophomore to senior. There was a wide range of styles, and talent could be seen in them all. For only a $15 ticket and great parking it is definitely something to make sure you see next year.
With no major snow or electrical outages to put a damper on things, the January meetings of Fashion Sewing Club came off without a hitch. Here are the pictures of the garments plus a few show and tell items. If you are a subscriber and didn’t make it to the meeting, email us and we’ll send you copies of the sheets. Otherwise they are available for $3.
Enjoy!
Unfortunately, Zach’s vest is on its way to California and the Ruffled Pajama Top is on display at Treadle. Will do better next time.
If you watch…Christopher Straub will speak about his experience of being part of Project Runway. See the Shakopee native from Project Runway Season 6 at The Sampler on Friday, Mar. 12, from 7:00 to 9:00. Cost is $30. Call 952-934-5307 to register.
The Sampler is a few doors down from the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre and there are some good restaurants right across the street if you want to gather with friends and take in the event.
The Sampler also has a great idea:
Speedy Service Saturday
Saturday, February 20, 10-5
Drop off your machine (all makes & models) and get your machine cleaned and oiled while you shop!
$24.99
Call & make a time slot reservation!
For more details, here’s the link: www.the-sampler.com
In the event of bad weather, cancellation of Fashion Sewing Club will be posted on the website.
Hope to see you this week!
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Paris is a very happy memory, the turkey leftovers are fozen and now it’s time to move on with December. Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday.
We had our planning meeting yesterday and are very excited about our upcoming plans-we hope you find something to pique your interest.
November’s meetings had such great Show and Tell. This is very encouraging for us because that’s what we’re trying to do-Inspiring Creativity in the Sewing Sphere. Can’t wait to see what you’ve all done this month or maybe what you’re making for Christmas gifts.
Here are the results of our planning. As always, your comments are welcome as otherwise we can only guess at your interests.
Material Girls
December Calendar
FASHION SEWING CLUB
Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 10:30 and 6:30
Treadle Yard Goods, St. Paul
Thursday, Dec.10 at 10:30 and 6:30
Associated Sewing, Bloomington
Saturday, Dec. 12 at 10:30
Associated Sewing, Bloomington
Jan.-March dates are listed in Fashion Sewing Club Schedule in top bar.
WATCH FOR DATES!!!
January Class-Skirts that Fit
February Class-Jackets-Laurel’s Sleeve Head, Collars, Lining and more
Both are hands-on classes
January-Clear Your Clutter Stash Swap
*Start the new year right –clean out the old and bring in a few new pieces
*Fabric, notions, books, patterns, et cetera
March-Dress Your Best
+Get your colors done -this should be done periodically as “things” change ☺
+Make-up refresher
+What’s up for spring fashion trends-sewing for your spring wardrobe
NEW SUBSCRIPTION-JAN-FEB-MARCH-$25
Off to Paris
After a quick stop at the Saturday Club, I’m now in Cincinnati waiting for the plane to Paris. So excited and I got all of my sewing done-well ok, I do have one safety pin in my skirt.
I talked to Ben from the old Sew Amazing-he has abusiness and would be happy to fix your machine.
Phone number is 952-388-0608. Leave a message, he checks every day.
Email is tapiamachinerepair@yahoo.com or
website:tapiamachinerepair.yolasite.com
Treadle has a trunk show of Sewing Workshop patterns. You can try them on for size and there are several new patterns.
Laurel says she thinks the Decades of Design pattern she used(size 40) must refer to finished measurement of the garment. There’s always a lot to learn when you try a new pattern line but much to gain as it was a striking jacket.
Club pictures coming soon. I brought a plug-in for France but forgot the US one!
A bientot!
Material Girl Sewing 