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Simplicity 2059 and the Mersis Top from Pattern Fantastique
Here are the two tops I just completed and their pattern review. First we will do a fun design with lots of potential for creativity, Simpli...
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I love this little vest. I thought about it for a long time. I am excited to tell you it's story. Pattern: This is the Hanbok Vest by... -
For some time now I have wanted to do a post on washing silks. My dear friend Ima gave me some lovely silks she picked up "somewhere...
I like this one :)
ReplyDeleteThe "like an artist" is the key.
ReplyDeleteHe's right! Learn how to do techniques right and then figure out your short cuts or artistic deviant. You'll be much happier with your sewing. - RSmith
ReplyDeleteI thought this so applied to sewing. And who's to argue with Picasso?
ReplyDeleteSo true, I was on a rant about this today.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I'm at a level in my sewing at which I would know if this is true, although I believe it in other spheres, but it calls to mind the Frost line: "Writing free verse is like playing tennis with the net down." I tend to feel that just as in writing great poetry, there is behind-the-scenes elegance/structure/method in sewing that renders a final garment sophisticated and yet seemingly effortless (even a basic one).
ReplyDeleteI agree with this wholeheartedly!
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