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My 1940’s Suit

February 17, 2016

The Aeroplane Blouse

September 9, 2013

Completed: Green Bobble Jumper & a Skirt to Match

March 4, 2013

Completed: The Macaron Redux Dress

February 18, 2013

Completed: Aqua Waves Jumper

November 19, 2013

Sewing Buddies

Sewing Buddies

March 26, 2012

I've been sewing up muslins for the Quaker Oats dress with the polka-dot fabric, and it's been going pretty rough. …

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Lacey Sweater Blouse Pattern

Lacey Sweater Blouse Pattern

March 23, 2012

Today's knitted pattern comes from To Knit and Wear published by Women's Day in 1950. There are a bunch of great…

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Winning Combination for the Stash Busting Challenge

Winning Combination for the Stash Busting Challenge

March 22, 2012

Hey Guys, I just wanted to make a quick post today as I'm getting ready to run out the door…

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Which Fabric/Pattern Combination Should I Create Next?

Which Fabric/Pattern Combination Should I Create Next?

March 19, 2012

Once again I find myself in need of your expertise!  I'm hoping you can help me decide on my next…

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First Springtime Blouse

First Springtime Blouse

March 19, 2012

I'm happy to report that I've completed my blouse after that horrible day 2 weeks ago, with collar and all.…

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Knitting Pattern: 50’s Ribbed Shrug

Knitting Pattern: 50’s Ribbed Shrug

March 16, 2012

Today's free knitting pattern comes from the Knit It Yourself booklet I snagged from an antique mall while I was in Florida. …

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Spring Wardobe Drooling aka Katie Ermilio’s Spring 2012 Line

March 15, 2012

I've mentioned it sporadically, but I love pinterest and have tons of pins and favorites since it's my ONE source for housing inspirational images (besides having a few magazine pages torn out and stored on random bookshelves). So it came as a surprise that when I was digging a bit…

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“Sewing Green” Skirt

“Sewing Green” Skirt

March 14, 2012

This Week at Sew Weekly is all about Green, to celebrate St. Patty's Day but instead, I am sewing "green".…

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WIP: Mad Men Dress

WIP: Mad Men Dress

March 13, 2012

Hey guys, I have an issue I need help with. For starters, I'm working on my Mad Men Dress.  Next…

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Knitting WIP: Sun-Ray Ribbing Jumper

Knitting WIP: Sun-Ray Ribbing Jumper

March 12, 2012

It's been a really long time since I've done a knitting update on what I'm currently working on, so today…

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I'm Liz, a seamstress and knitter from Chicago. I'm happiest when I'm creating or learning something new. I have a penchant for all things vintage and I love mixing it up.

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