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MCCALL'S 6744

Pattern Description: Pull over dress with elasticized waist.

Pattern Sizing: Large

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I liked the whole pattern, nothing to dislike.

Fabric Used: polyester knit

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I did not use a narrow a narrow hem for the neck and arm holes. I decided to use the fashion fabric to make bias binding.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes

Conclusion:  This pattern was very simple and easy to make.

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I love this vintage style!

      

  

Pattern Description:
Misses' dress and sash/scarf.
Pattern Sizing:
Size 16
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow?
Yes
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
There wasn't anything that I disliked about the pattern. I liked the ease of the pattern.
Fabric Used:
Cotton
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I had altered the pattern in the waist for my measurements.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes

Conclusion: I will definitely make this one in a maxi.

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MY PATTERN HAUL

This weekend I bought some patterns that I cannot wait to make. Fall is around the corner, and although I don't do too much sewing for cold weather due to geographical location, I am still excited.

M7186

M7196

M7191

M7206

B6243

B6256

B6242

M7185

B6259

Hello Dezigners, I have been very busy with all my sewing projects. It has been a long time since I have been soo inspired and so amped to make so many things. Because of the energy to create, I have not had alot of time to blog. SO I am starting again today.  

For so many years I used to look in catalog and wish I had the money to buy those things or make them. Now that I have the money, I prefer to make them. I started back in May as I was preparing for my trip to Chicago for my youngest son's Naval graduation. And the mojo has not stopped.

And yes!! I am going to show pictures of my son, because I am proud of him.

This is the inspiration photo.

 

This is my version

McCall's 6744

Pattern Description: Misses dresses: pullover dresses have bodice variation, elasticized (seamed) waist, and narrow hem.

Pattern Sizing: Large

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow?Yes

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
There was nothing to dislike. The pattern was easy an quick.
Fabric Used: Cotton/poly Knit

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Yes already have.

Conclusion: Highly recommend this pattern.

I'M BACK!!!

This is a happy moment for me. It is when you look back over your old photos and see how far you have come in my getting fit journey. You don't always realize it until you look at your pictures.  All i can say is WOW!!

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christophernejman: Make A Sewing Machine Extension Table: Ergonomics is so very important when we sew. Having your sewing machine recessed into a cabinet, or sitting on the table with an extension...

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THOUGHT OF THE WEEK - Towel Mentality

Jesus said, “Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should was one another’s feet.”.....John 13:14

When we face trials, it’s easy to focus on only our own problems.  While we wait on the Lord to answer our prayers or while we search for answers, we often become impatient and ask God when, why, or how?  Instead, we could simply search for opportunities to serve and bless others.  When we take on a “towel mentality” and humble ourselves, we become the hands and feet of Christ.

Brad Richardson

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THOUGHT OF THE WEEK - Lay Aside Your Garments

Jesus, knowing that the Father had given all things into His hands, and that He had come from God and was going to God, rose from supper and laid aside His garments, took a towel and girded Himself.  After that, He poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded....John 13:3-5

When Jesus launched His ministry on earth, he laid aside His garments.  That’s what ministry is all about. It requires you to lay aside your personal ambitions and visions of grandeur. True ministry is birthed when you are stripped down to your heart’s desire, when something inside says, “I want my life to count for God.” It is the kind of prayer that pleads, “O God, don’t let me try to impress anyone but the One to whom I give my life.” If you work in the Kingdom trying to bring souls to God, you need to be sure you’ve given yourself to the God you teach about.

Your garments are the personal agendas you have set for yourself. The Lord often uses trials to realign us with His plan. Everyone who finds real purpose will, sooner or later, go through some adversity that will cause them to let go of the temporal and cleave to the eternal. Job discusses this terrible stripping that seems to be characteristic of the call. He goes through a brief but painful period that yanks away everything that appeared to be important in his life. (see Job 19:14-20). His only shade beneath the blistering sun of adverse circumstances is the fact that he can only be stripped down to what he started with before. He can be stripped of the temporal but not of the eternal.

It is possible to lose your money, your health, your friends, and your social status. But these are mere imitations of life. It is your character, your class, and your Christianity that will survive.

T.D. Jakes

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THOUGHT OF THE WEEK

“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” ...John 16:33
Everything is in a panic! Everybody wants a piece of you, there’s far too much to do, and there are never enough hours in the day to do them. Your head is cluttered with all kinds of junk, and your heart is about ready to break. So where his He when you need Him? Is He asleep?
You feel like those disciples on the Sea of Galilee when the storm came up, and the winds and the waves rocked their boat. Your cry is the same as theirs: “Somebody go get Jesus! He’s asleep in the back of the boat, and we’re about to drown out here!”
The storms of your life have all but sunk your ship. You can’t take much more. You need Jesus, your Prince of Peace.  You need Him, your Father who never slumbers, never sleeps. You need the peace that comes only by the Spirit of the Living God. Ask the Lord to speak to your storm. Just say the words, “Peace, be still.” Let yourself find in Him a still and quiet place - a place where the gentle breezes of His love blow softly across your face, a place where just one touch from Him takes all your tensions away, a place where you can rest your head upon His breast, hear His holy heartbeat - and be at peace.
T.D. Jakes

MY FAVORITES - Butterick Summer Collection 2015

B6206

 

B6204                                                                                                   B6209

B6213                                                                                                               B6211

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B6216

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THOUGHT OF THE WEEK - Things We Take For Granted

Paul wrote, “Pray for us that the message of the Lord may spread rapidly and be honored.” ..2 Thessalonians 3:1 (NIV)

We have freedom to pursue our faith today because of choices people made yesterday. We have the freedom to attend church, to read the Bible, and to share our beliefs. While enjoying these privileges, some people today face rejection and death threats from their own families for following Jesus Christ. Others are persecuted, Imprisoned or killed for their faith.

Knowing all this, we should pick up our Bibles with renewed reverence. Sing with a grateful heart and pray for fellow believers in other countries who are suffering for their faith.

Ruth L. Snyder

MY SIMPLICITY & NEW LOOK FAVORITES (Summer 2015)