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Unsuccessful

04.16.08

Sewist’s Block Sarah the Sewist, Unsuccessful | (7)
You probably remember my Hot Patterns Jeanious Jeans that I was so gung-ho about... The ones that were looking totally awesome? Well, I finished them up, complete with the hot pink pocket and waistband lining. And some funky pink twin needling on the hem. Pretty fresh, huh? I thought so, too. And they fit great. Seriously, Hot Patterns' fit works really well for me. Anyway, I wore these jeans/trousers to work the day after I finished them. I got a number of compliments on them, including my favorite, You made those didn't you? I can tell because there's hot pink lightning bolts on the ass. I ...
01.24.08

Mamma Mia! Finished Projects, Sarah the Sewist, Unsuccessful | (1)
Or, sometimes sewing projects just don't work out for a reason... If you remember, this fall I participated in the Great Trench Coat Sew-Along on Pattern Review, and I mentioned that I had e-mailed the pattern company, Indygo Junction, and let them know that there were a few (minor) issues with the pattern that I had used. I just thought that was being helpful, letting them know that there were some issues, thinking that they'd want this information for future editions of the pattern. They were super-receptive to my input and even sent me a free pattern---the Retro Raglan Jacket---for my ...
08.09.07

No So Charming Sarah the Sewist, Unsuccessful | (3)
from sarah the sewist I should have quit while I was ahead. Last weekend I picked up the Betsy Ross Patterns' "Charmed Dress" pattern. It's not really anything that unusual or special, but it seemed like a nice, classic style dress produced by an independent pattern company. I regularly read the designer/owner's blog and really like supporting the independent companies, so I'd wanted to try one of her patterns. This should have been my first clue that this simple, straightforward dress wasn't meant to be. If you could see my face in the photo, you would notice that I'm absolutely perplexed. The pattern pieces ...