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I've got that issue Glenna Jo!
So sorry about your lap top.....we'll try to be patient but we do love your articles!
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« Reply #21 on: September 02, 2010, 01:36:14 PM » |
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Bless your heart, thanks Sherry. I'd better get off line and start writing, right? :-)
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I am leaning more toward a cotton print based on the fabric pattern as well as the style of dress. Glenna Jo Christen [/quote] Thanks, I'll definitely stick with cotton then. I've found another one on Kay's website, but have to wait until next month for more fabric allowance  I'll email you with my contact info about the magazine. Angela |
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« Reply #23 on: September 05, 2010, 08:06:39 AM » |
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« Reply #24 on: September 08, 2010, 04:02:18 PM » |
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Hi all, I'm in need of a little help. I recently dug up an old dress out of my closet that I'm hoping to re-purpose for infant boys' clothing in the future. Ignore the color in the photo--it's actually a light blue. The fabric itself is a firmly-woven cotton, something like Pima cotton and maybe a tad lighter weight than quilting weight, if that makes sense. But, I'm more concerned if that diamond-weave texture is period correct or not. It is woven in, and is raised just a bit (more apparent on the wrong side). If it's not correct I won't be offended; I made the dress too small to begin with and was never in love with it anyway...so it'll make some pretty rags if it can't be used for baby dresses!   |
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« Reply #26 on: September 09, 2010, 06:25:06 AM » |
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Mary, I have some of the same fabric, and I plan to (eventually) use it for girl's dresses. I would say you're ok. It is very similar to the fabric that Donna D's original green Polonaise was made from. Same hand.
And Liz, If you don't buy that I may steal it from you!!!!
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« Reply #27 on: September 09, 2010, 07:22:19 AM » |
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WOW! That is the most beautiful fabric ever! I can't wait to see what you make with it. |
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Mary, IMHO I think the cotton fabric would be fine for infants/children. And repurposing is probably PC!
Liz, I love the color and the size of the plaid. Both look ideal. My only question is weight/hand: it doesn't say taffeta, although it looks like it might be. Can you find out before you buy? You don't want a "charmeuse" soft, limp kind of silk.
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« Reply #29 on: September 09, 2010, 12:28:57 PM » |
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Liz, that taffeta (and it is said to be taffeta, Veronica  looks nice, just know that its 40" wide unlike most silk goods which are usually in the 54"-60" range. |
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« Reply #30 on: September 09, 2010, 06:27:09 PM » |
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Thanks Rachel. I didn't see the written description down below the ads for other fabrics. Have never bought from them, but that sure looks nice. (I have put myself on a voluntary 6 month fabric buying moratorium just to see if I can really do it, because I have enough now for 3 lifetimes!)
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« Reply #31 on: September 10, 2010, 01:07:00 AM » |
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Thanks! I absolutely love the colour of it and wanted it instantly I actually started out looking for a wool plaid, but taffeta is acceptable  I'm thinking of making a fairly plain dress with it, coat sleeves with maybe some self fabric trim, but I want to let the fabric speak for itself since it's so nice. I might get a little extra and make a swiss waist too. Liz |
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« Reply #32 on: September 10, 2010, 03:55:13 AM » |
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Liz - get it now before others who see this here - there are lurkers who will do that!!
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« Reply #33 on: September 10, 2010, 12:59:53 PM » |
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Hello all,
This is a question regarding color of fabric, so I hope this is the right place to post this question.
I am considering a piece of tropical weight wool for a day dress or wrapper. It is forest green with a slight blue undertone. The weight is just right, but I'm not sure if this is an appropriate color for the 1860s.
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« Reply #34 on: September 10, 2010, 01:19:16 PM » |
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Thanks! I absolutely love the colour of it and wanted it instantly I actually started out looking for a wool plaid, but taffeta is acceptable I'm thinking of making a fairly plain dress with it, coat sleeves with maybe some self fabric trim, but I want to let the fabric speak for itself since it's so nice. I might get a little extra and make a swiss waist too. Liz That fabric is Thai silk. "Thai silk" isn't just a description of where it comes from, it's a type of silk (just like "china silk" means a particular weight and weave of silk fabric). It's not exactly like taffeta (the seller is a little confused about the differences between fiber and weave) but that's not necessarily a bad thing. The Thai silk I've handled is very similar to taffeta, but slightly lighter, not quite as stiff, although still with lots of body. It usually has slight slubbing, but very slight - well within the range of normal for period fabrics. It is pretty much always a "shot" silk and can be even more iridescent than normal changeable or shot taffetas. It is known for its intensive, beautiful colors. |
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« Reply #36 on: September 12, 2010, 09:22:29 AM » |
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Amorette, it looks lovely. Might be almost *too* sheer for a sun bonnet although I guess the brim would be at least double fabric or lined with something heavier (a white muslin?). Others will chime in on this, I'm sure.
For what it's worth, I have read that fabrics from India and some other "3rd world" countries can be very nice for 19th c. reproductions because they actually use a lot of the older looms and equipment that more modernized countries sold them in early or mid 20th c.
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« Reply #37 on: September 13, 2010, 11:29:24 AM » |
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Jessamyn, It would be alright though? Because I followed everyone else's advice and bought some It would be awhile before I make a dress with it, seeing as though I am a novice seamstress, but that doesn't mean I can't buy fabric Thanks! Liz |
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« Reply #38 on: September 13, 2010, 12:23:08 PM » |
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This is OT, but LizC, is that you in the avatar by your name? That is lovely! Hair, dress, everything perfect!
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« Reply #39 on: September 14, 2010, 04:58:14 AM » |
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Jessamyn, It would be alright though? Because I followed everyone else's advice and bought some It would be awhile before I make a dress with it, seeing as though I am a novice seamstress, but that doesn't mean I can't buy fabric Thanks! Liz Short answer: Yes! |
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