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This is a fun instructional video created by Jen from Costume Bot on how to read a commercial pattern. Despite the constant interruptions from Tom, she does manage to get the basic information out about how to read the back of the envelope and the instructions. Enjoy! . . . → Read More: Thursday Theatrics: How to Read a Sewing Pattern There used to be a British TV series called The Secret Life of Machines. In the second episode, Tim Hunkin describes the history and the inner workings of the sewing machine. It is quite fascinating!
I just got back from venturing into our basement. First a little bit of information about our basement. For the most part, houses in Los Angeles don’t have basements. We have one because we live on the side of a hill. For 15 years, I was spoiled by our basements in New Jersey and . . . → Read More: Helpful Hints: Never Let Your Husband Organize Your Sewing Stuff Way back in May of 2006, I said I was going to sell my entire fabric stash. The plan was to sell it all off so that I could start over again. Well, it didn’t happen. But lately, that desire to just get rid of it has been itching me again. In part it . . . → Read More: Finally Doing the Unthinkable! Well, I went to create a podcast today and I goofed with the reinstatement of my account with Liberated Syndication (my podcast hosting company). Sooooooooooo……..as soon as I hear back from them and get it straightened out, I will upload a new podcast. Why am I back? I’m like a bad dream that won’t go . . . → Read More: Podcasting once again! Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start blogging! My fingers have been twitching. I spend too long browsing through vintage pattern websites. I ordered some home-dec fabric to recover the kitchen chairs. Soon, very soon, I will be sewing again. Or, else. Well, I haven’t had time to sew lately but my life is unfolding in a wonderful way…my dreams are coming true! It isn’t the sewing podcast, but if you want a “Julie fix,” I have started making new Fairy Godmother podcasts again and am writing almost daily musings. My brother is getting married in less . . . → Read More: Update on My Life Dear Friends,I want to express my sincere appreciation for your support and sharing your love of sewing with me. With all of the changes that have occurred in my life, some things have to be put on the back burner and other things have to be let go of entirely as I create my new . . . → Read More: Letting Go Hi gang, I know I’m a couple of days late getting these photos up. I’ve been working like a maniac to get my faculty development website ready for its “grand opening” today. It opened with just a little fanfare today. I appreciate all of the prayers and well-wishes I have received from . . . → Read More: Podcast #30: The Sound of Sewing |
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