Pattern Review

Claire Donnelly is awesome! She gave me a bunch of vintage patterns like this one, Retro Butterick #B6582. I really like the way it sewed up. I did have some issues with the darts. I had to unpick them twice and in the end I repatterned them a little differently. I also had some fit issues having to do with my big booty and large bust, but overall, I was pleased. I've been watching a lot of Mad Men lately and I feel a little like Joan in this dress. I love the evergreen dupioni and I couldn't resist putting the bows on the shoulders. Thanks Claire, I love my dress.

Fall Fashion

Leena printed out some pictures of the fall runway shows. I love this Oscar de la Renta dress!
I made one for myself.

I like the way it turned out, but I will probably make another and pattern it a little differently.
This Bottega Veneta dress is so simple, but the crepe de chine drapes so beautifully

and it feels like a dream. Thanks for the silk Leena, I love it

I love this vintage look!

Emily was one of the first brides to come through Yellow Bird Fabrics. She's been married for a year now! I can't believe how quickly time flies. Congratulations Emily! I wish you many more happy years!

Just a Reminder

Pencil Skirt Class Tomorrow and Thursday

Date and Time: Wednesday, August 25^th 6:00-8:00 pm and Thursday, August 26^th 6:00-8:00 pm

Objective: Sew the perfect skirt for this fallwhile practicing some pattern making. Not only will you get a beautiful skirt, you will also get a customized pattern from your own measurements.

Cost: $50 + the cost of materials

better late than never

Amber showed these beautiful clothes at the last Fashion Stroll. They are absolutely impeccable. Amber is an amazing designer, tailor and seamstress. I asked her if I could collaborate with her for the fashion show.




These are some of the clothes that I made for the last Fashion Stroll. I never got any pictures so I decided to take some today. Thank you Amy and Amber. You are beautiful models!

Amber's coming back!

Amber has been in New York for the past 2 months and she is finally coming back! We have missed her so much! I don't know what we would do with out her at Yellow Bird Fabrics. Thanks for all you do Amber. We can't wait to see you!

Congratulations Jessie!

On August 12th 2010, Jessica Dunn became Jessica Dunn Parker. Jessie is my oldest and dearest friend. She is a beautiful person and I have been blessed to have her in my life for almost as far back as I can remember. I feel honored that she asked me to make her wedding dress. I don't want to brag, but I think she looked absolutely gorgeous! Then again, she always does.

Best wishes to you Jess, I hope you and Travis have a long and happy life together!