Three lovely SewBatik rayon prints were combined to create this Tabula Rasa Jacket with a Ruched Band from…
Three lovely SewBatik rayon prints were combined to create this Tabula Rasa Jacket with a Ruched Band from…
The Tabula Rasa Jacket is so versatile and in unlined rayon it is perfect as the weather transitions from winter to spring. So I recently added a new comfortable and colorful Tabula Rasa Jacket to my working girl wardrobe. The jacket was inspired by some scraps left behind after I…
We have some fun class experiences ready for you this winter into spring. Some are virtual and some are in person and we trust you will plug in as you are able to keep your sewing lively and challenging. OSQE Atlanta – Live Booth, Fashion Show, Classes, Sewing Fun Join…
Drumroll Please! The Common Fitting Adjustments for the Carpe Diem Dress are posted and ready to help each of you personalize your pattern if the fit needs a bit of tweaking. The best way to access the complete Common Fitting Adjustments PDF is in the Helpful Hints Tab at www.fitforartpatterns.com…
Sewing SewBatik Rayon into Fit for Art designs is a favorite pastime. When Diane, SewBatik’s co-owner agreed to let me make her a Carpe Diem, I worked hard to organize the long tunic she requested using the border print to its best advantage. Had to get it done to bring…
Plan to join us for one or more of our 2022 Sewing Adventures. We are cautiously optimistic that travel will continue to open up so we are offering you some Virtual and In Person sewing events for the new year. There is one remaining OSQE virtual class scheduled that…
In previous posts we teased you with plans to sew a couple of Tabula Rasa Knit Tees in fun SewBatik jersey. Finishing sewing projects takes more than planning, as you well know. We proudly featured the finished tops in our OSQE booth and in a knits class. Now it is your turn to…
Do pants anchor your wardrobe? Mine sure do and as I am packing this week for my first trip, I was reminded how essential they are. Organizing a wardrobe of clothes for a week in the Colorado mountains, I first identified which Eureka! Pants to pack. There is no need…
When exploring design ideas for a new piece or group of fabrics, sketching is a great tool. Not extravagant fashion sketching, but basic sketching. When it is done on a croquis or body model that reflects your proportions, the information is invaluable. Carrie and I both work on our personalized…
Are you sewing or designing in any new ways? The forced isolation of the last 14 months led me to take a virtual art quilt class. It’s part of my ongoing effort to develop a more abstract eye in relation to sewing and wearable art. My travel schedule has never…