Monthly Archives: September 2010

1930 Flower Garden Quilt

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Sew Craftful

There are 25 patterns in this series, although only 24 are used in the quilt.  Twelve embroidered blocks are sufficient for a quilt 75″ X 96″ if you set the blocks together with alternate plain blocks and 12″ strips and … Continue reading →

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Why I Wish I Could Knit

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Sew Craftful

While browsing through a vintage Woman’s Day magazine, I came across this magazine page for ordering a knitting patterns for these Estonia mittens and gloves.  I love the bright colors.  Oh how I’d wish it would snow…if I could knit.  … Continue reading →

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Inserting a Zipper Into a Dart on a Skirt

Posted on September 22, 2010 by Sew Craftful

1. Mark the dart using tailor’s chalk. The upper horizontal line marks the end of the zipper. The lower mark the end. Mark the center of the dart with basting. 2. Finish the dart with a piece of lining fabric. … Continue reading →

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Graceful Spanish Dancer

Posted on September 17, 2010 by Sew Craftful

Spain with its gray, colorful life is interpreted in the dancing miss pictured on this block of my new quilt series of 20 nationalities:  Costumes of Nationalities” (more details coming later). Tight fitting bodice, short and full skirt with contrasting … Continue reading →

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