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The Portrait Blouse, from “Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing”

The Portrait Blouse, from “Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing”

Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing is a fun new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author Gretchen Hirsch’s fresh take on vintage style. I was lucky enough to be able to pick one out to share with you all! I chose The Portrait Blouse because it’s a classic and many body shapes look good in this cut. If you end up using this pattern, I’d love to see pics of the finished top. Enjoy!

How-To: Burlap & Buttons Shirt Embellishment

How-To: Burlap & Buttons Shirt Embellishment

Hani of Craftionary used an old embroidery technique called couching to create this intricate embellishment on a plain white shirt. She built braids with burlap string, and then attached them to the surface of the fabric with bands of stitching. Combined with some buttons and machine embroidery, the result is dimensional and very pretty. Get […]