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Notions, Interfacing, and more Notions, oh my!

October 29, 2015 by Curvy Girls are Chic

Hello Hello Hello! I'm back again! This will be the last post before we get into actually sewing the coat. WE will discus specific notions and interfacing as it applies to tailored coats. My coat Vogue 1467 is actually completed but I am still providing information prior to us actually … [Read more...]

To Muslin or not Muslin, Pattern Layout, and Cutting

October 25, 2015 by Curvy Girls are Chic

Hello! This is week three of Vogue 1467 Sew-Along, if you are just joining us you can read week 1 and week 2. This week we will talk about creating a muslin or not, your pattern layout, guidelines and cutting. Create a Muslin or Not I generally do not create a muslin for my garments, I … [Read more...]

All About Fabric Choices – Vogue 1467 and a SURPRISE!

October 15, 2015 by Curvy Girls are Chic

Hi! Today we will speak about fabric selection for your coat. Coats are a necessity depending upon what area of the country you live in. I was born in Jersey and therefore it was much needed! I moved to the District of Columbia area with thoughts that I would escape some of that need.. … [Read more...]

Vogue 1467 Pea Coat Sew Along Sew Along

October 9, 2015 by Curvy Girls are Chic

Hello Fam! Its that time again to prepare for the Fall / Winter Seasons (2015)! Well I have already begun, I completed one coat last night Vogue 9136 in the most beautiful Chocolate wool/cashmere. Just need to find buttons and I will post that later.. The fabric I used is sampled … [Read more...]

Fabricmart Fabricista Week 2 Challenge — The DVF Wrap Dress

September 23, 2015 by Curvy Girls are Chic

Congrats to me I made it through the first week of the challenge and now I am onto the second week! This weeks challenge is to create a Diane Von Furtensberg (DVF) Wrap Dress - You can VOTE HERE .. what inspires the wrap dress? The crossover style across the bodice that simple enhances any … [Read more...]

Fabricmart Fabricista Week 1 Challenge — Handmade Do-Over

September 16, 2015 by Curvy Girls are Chic

The Week One Fabricista Challenge is done and ready to vote! We had to take a project that was a "fail" and re-do the project.. I choose a pair of culottes below to "do-over." Tell us about the project – Culottes made a comeback this summer although they never left some fashionistas wardrobe. … [Read more...]