Fabric Sewn Into Fashion

  • Spring Green Linen

    9th Feb 2021

    Spring Green Linen

    Remember this great top? Well, Samina made wrap-around palazzo pants in Spring Green Linen to complete this easy-breezy look. Don't you agree this tangy, lemon/lime color combination looks grea…

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  • Red Faux Leather

    15th Jan 2021

    Red Faux Leather

    A beautiful faux leather jacket adds a lot of sass to any outfit! Pat made this jacket for herself but her niece quickly put in an order for one! Pat says, "I love the look and feel of this faux lea…

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  • Patchwork Print Viscose Knit

    4th Jan 2021

    Patchwork Print Viscose Knit

    Mixing prints when done well adds so much interest to an outfit! Paula says "I’ve decided to mix and match some prints with this pattern that I loved so much. I’ve always liked this baby doll style.…

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  • Burgundy Rayon Jersey Knit

    4th Jan 2021

    Burgundy Rayon Jersey Knit

    Andrea is definitely working in her creative space! She just completed the jumpsuit from Butterick 6600. Such a pulled-together look for wearing at home or running a few errands!…

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  • Black Rayon Jersey Knit

    23rd Nov 2020

    Black Rayon Jersey Knit

    Eileen says, "Burda 5/2013/105A was made with SEW MUCH FABRIC 11 oz black jersey knit. I made this pattern as a dress in 2013 and recently rediscovered the pattern and notes made to myself, “recomme…

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  • Royal Blue Ponte Knit

    17th Nov 2020

    Royal Blue Ponte Knit

    This was the text message I received from Ann this time last year:Ann: I just got an invite to a fundraiser for Dress for Sucess at Tootsies. What do I wear?Me: When is it?Ann: In one week….When a…

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  • Brocade-Spice Wine/Gold Foil

    9th Nov 2020

    Brocade-Spice Wine/Gold Foil

    Did I hear someone say jumpsuit and pockets?  My sister sporting her holiday outfit.  A modern take on a traditional silhouette!Fabric: Brocade-Spice Wine/Gold Foil Pattern: D…

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  • Purse Pocket

    5th Nov 2020

    Purse Pocket

    Hello, what is that appendage on the front of my pear shaped neon yellow top? Why it’s a vintage style coin purse!  The inspiration is a Bonnie Cashin design from the 60s.  Se…

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  • Artistic Viscose Jersey Knit

    25th Oct 2020

    Artistic Viscose Jersey Knit

    Eileen says, "Burda 7/2020/114 was made with SEW MUCH FABRIC Artistic Viscose Jersey Knit (Sold Out). Knit Stay Tape in white was critical for the back neckline and shoulders stabilization. I modif…

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