Easy Guide to Sewing: Tops and T-Shirts, Skirts and Pants Marcy Tilton, The Lynn R. MacIntyre Trust, Lynne R. MacIntyre
Publisher: Taunton Press, Incorporated

Sep 25, 2013 - Read our guide on cardigans, wrap dresses and other recommended clothing to wear to help you look confident at any age. Their family Step 3: Lay pieces flat on top of each other, then cut in half, starting in the middle of the folded edge. Always the cut the elastic one inch shorter than the length you need because It will stretch a little as you make the skirt and you do not want it too big.. You will need to handsew the elastic ends together. Posted: 10:21 pm on April 18th. User-1127959 writes: I've been trying to educate myself through the Threads website and archives to prepare for making a custom jacket for my daughter in She is learning basic garment sewing and it seems like the book would be an excellent guide for her. Katie writes: I sew stuffed animals, purses, wall quilts, tops/pants/skirts for myself, and lots more. Feb 11, 2013 - One thing to keep in mind is that it can be pretty humid, especially in the rainforest (duh), so while I always aim to pack light, I'd recommend taking a couple more pieces than normal, as clothing doesn't dry out quite as fast as it may in more .. TIP: Wear with a silky blouse, a T-shirt or a tank with a cardigan or jacket. Look for frosting at the thrift store, but I've done very well since I started looking for things like work pants and knits (items that I can't or don't want to sew) instead of dresses and skirts (the things I'm most excited about sewing, that are often easier, too!). Apr 10, 2012 - And because I don't supplement my wardrobe with shopping, buying up those solid pants and skirts to go with the novelty tops, I have a closet full of frosting. I made a Renfrew t-shirt in a fun pink floral that I love! Take your shoes to the store (and to the tailor, if necessary) to get a perfect fit. Tee Dubya · Harvard University. Look for pants made by Theory, Tahari, Joseph, Banana Republic, Wear it with jeans, skirts, dresses, pants — everything. Apr 7, 2014 - tooold writes: I am working on knit T-shirts and a jacket. Jul 22, 2013 - Had I known how easy it would be to whip these little puppies up, I would have tried it a long time ago. Dec 22, 2013 - Bottoms: convertible pants, silk leggings, knee length skirt, shorts, gym/sleep shorts, ADDED: skirt I bought in Guatemala.