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Sep
Sep
Take a good look at the cutting layouts before you start. This blouse doesn’t take much fabric (hallelujah!) and the cutting layouts were designed to minimize your fabric usage.
25
Sep
Sep
Are you ready to get started on your Rita Blouse? One of the most important steps in making this blouse is analyzing your body measurements versus the Size Chart and the Finished Measurement Chart.
24
Sep
Sep
No tools required! Create a vintage-style fabric covered button in no time at all. I love covered buttons for both function and decoration. (The one above is just a sleeve detail set over a flat bow. Cute!) First, use the pattern on the back of the covered button kit to cut out a circle of […]
23
Sep
Sep
Hey Detroit, I’m coming your way in just two weeks! Come see me speak at the American Sewing Guild Annual Meeting luncheon. With dazzling talks like “The Evolution of Gertie” and “Gertie’s Garment Extravaganza,” how could you refuse?! I will have a selection of Charm Patterns, Butterick Patterns, and my books available for signing or […]
22
Sep
Sep
My absolute favorite fabrics for this blouse are rayons and lightweight cottons like lawn or voile.
20
Sep
Sep
Join me in a sew-along for my the Charm Patterns Rita Blouse. This is a perfectly vintage peasant blouse that pairs well with pants and skirts alike!