What are some timeless fashion classics?
[2010-03-16 06:37:26]

Q: I am trying to get together a list of some timeless fashion accessories/clothing: For example the quilted Chanel handbag, and the gold chain prints (on scarves etc).Can you help me think of some more things that have been around for a long time and never

A: the bootleg cut... it's always in and flattering. Drifted out in the late seventies and came back with a bang in the 90's and it still hasn't been completely cast out since the skinny jean arrived!

The little black dress

Dolly

Decorating & Remodeling »

What kind of Fabric do I use for a duvet cover?
[2008-03-07 13:20:09]
Bohemian Mannequin

We rarely use the sheets so i want something soft..on the fabric websites i see that they divide into catagories. Home decor, apparal and fashion, quilting etc. What should i use?
I want to be able to wash it
what kind of cotton? these websites

Plain cotton fabric will breath well and wash endlessly. The easiest trick is to buy two sheets and sew 3 1/2 sides then add velco dots on the unsewn portion for closure. Or a zipper or attach fabric ties. You can also use flannel sheets/fabric for

Events from blitz to walk

19.05.12

CALLING ALL QUILTERS and everyone who cares about young girls. The Covering House, a place of refuge and restoration for girls 6 to 18 who have experienced sexual exploitation and trafficking in St. Louis, is sponsoring a “Quilt Blitz”. Their goal is to create 18 handmade log cabin patterned quilts for the girls who will stay at the new Covering House. The quilts are to be made by teams of 4 to 5 people who will design and stitch from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, May 19 at the IBEW Hall, 5850 Elizabeth Avenue, 63110. Central Reform Congregation and First Unitarian Church of St.

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what is the difference between a contemporary and traditional quilt?
[2009-03-13 13:21:24]
Kites & Quilts

My wedding is coming up and there are some ladies that want to make a quilt for us. They want to know if I want a "contemporary" or "old-fashioned" quilt. I think I would be in the middle...I don't want it to be crazy, but not old-granny

http://contemporaryquiltart.com/ourGalle ry.htm

Here's a website that should actually address the issue. I think the big difference is in contemporary quilts, it's not the traditional pieced top with certain blocks (patterns), with a muslin

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I have been wanting a homemade county quilt forever. Does anyone know where I can find one...for low cost?
[2010-04-15 18:44:17]
Bohemian Dress

I've been wanting an old-fashioned quilt for so long and I cannot sew. I do not know anyone who can sew, and at the same time, I do not want to pay a factory to mass-produce a quilt that will fall apart in a year. Does anyone know know where I can find

Fashion Quilts - News
A fashion portrait of women's history
HeraldNet - May 19, 2012
The clothing in the "Waistlines and Hemlines" exhibition in Stanwood's Norgaard Center is grouped by eras, including the '50s, above. Washington state Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen is not so much a slave to fashion as she is a student.

Life lessons with Betty at CallyCo
Cambridge News - May 19, 2012
Life lessons with Betty at CallyCo I come from a creative background, as my mum was a dressmaker and made lots of my clothes, quilts and toys when I was growing up. The first garment I remember making was a simple A-line skirt made in Hello Kitty fabric! - Last summer I made a bespoke

Rehrersburg church to host quilt and comforter show
Reading Eagle - May 19, 2012
The Paws and Pose champagne brunch and fashion show will be held Sunday at the Animal Rescue League of Berks County in Cumru Township. At noon, champagne will be served on the patio, with adoptable animals showing off doggie fashions for sale.

Lake 4H members take medals
Orland Press Register - May 19, 2012
Clarissa Wetz and Hannah Wetz, both of Lake 4-H Club near Orland, won in their quilting categories at the Glenn County 4-H Fashion Review and Quilt Show held the Federated Church in Orland in April. ClarissaWetz received a medallion for her win the

Runway ignites with hot summer styles
QNotes - May 19, 2012
Runway ignites with hot summer styles by Daniel Stroupe Queen City summer fashion is heating up with the third annual FashionSOUL. Coordinated by Joey Hewell, this event was a fantastic mix of local fashion and talent at Amos' SouthEnd on May 5 benefiting the Humane Society of Charlotte.

Augusta Auction Company
Antiques and Arts Weekly - May 19, 2012
Augusta Auction Company volumes of wearable vintage clothing from the 1950's, 1960's, 1970's & 1980's, 19th C clothing, many 19th C. quilts, coverlets, hand embroidered & woven textiles, quantity of handmade & machine made paisley shawls, men's garments and accessories,