More New Fabrics August 2011
Orange Sherbet Linen
60″
100% Linen
$13.00
This is an Italian dress weight in a beautiful orange sherbet color. Make a classic blouse or a lovely A-line dress.
Sewl Mate
Rust/Turquoise Tribal Print
60″
100% Cotton
$10.00
Construction in Progress
Buttons: Gumdrop 7/8″ $6.00
Tango 3/4″ $.70
Gutermann Thread #460
Rayon Hem Tape Orange
YKK Invisible Zipper #523
Sweet Inspiration
Burda Style 8/2011 #119
Pattern Suggestions: Butterick 5558, 5640, McCalls 6332, 6349, Simplicity 2365, 2373, Vogue 1175, 8755
Sewing Tip: Linen is a great fabric for bias cut skirts or dresses.
Orange Sherbet/Natural Stripe
60″
Linen/Rayon
$15.00
This is a wonderful woven stripe linen blend from Italy. Dress weight with soft drape, the colorway is orange sherbet, natural and off white. This coordinates with the orange sherbet and natural linens. Make an A-line skirt, tunic or dress.
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Orange Sherbet Linen
(see above)
Construction in Progress
Interfacing-Bosal-Sheer Fusible Interfacing
Buttons-Orange Clay 7/8″ $4.50
YKK Invisible Zipper #572
Gutermann thread #030, 460
Sweet Inspiration
Burda Style 8/2011 #117C
Pattern Suggestions: Butterick 5612, 5620, McCalls 6346, 6354, Simplicity 2177, 2191, Vogue 1246, 8725
Sewing Tips: Stabilize this woven fabric with fusible interfacing.
Natural Linen
60″
100% Linen
$13.00
This is an Italian dress weight in a beautiful natural color. Make a classic blouse or a lovely A-line dress.
Sewl Mate
Orange Sherbet/Natural Stripe
(see above)
Construction in Progress
Buttons- Linked with Taupe 7/8″ $4.60
Buff 7/8″ $2.75
Gutermann Thread #70
YKK Invisible Zipper #572
Sweet Inspiration
Burda Style 8/2011 #109
Pattern Suggestions: Butterick 5490, 5556, McCalls 6122, 6401, Simplicity 2215, 2226, Vogue 1236, 8658
Sewing Tip: Prewash linen for softer hand.
Orange Tweed
60″
Linen/Rayon
$15.00
This linen blend from Italy is a great transition fabric for heading into fall. The tweed is tightly woven with a smooth surface and a nice drape. The colorway is amber, red violet, black and cream. Sew a jacket or sheath dress.
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Floral/Paisley Stretch Georgette
49″
97% Silk 3% Lycra
$20.00
Construction in Progress
Interfacing-Bosal Sheer Fusible Tricot
Buttons-Cinnamon Swirl Cowgirl 1-1/8″ $2.50
Half and Half 7/8″ $2.20
Gutermann Thread #504
YKK Invisible Zipper #893
Sweet Inspiration
Burda Style 8/2011 #125
Pattern Suggestions: Buttterick 5455, 5598, McCalls 5927, 6286, Simplicity 2155, 2227, Vogue 1222, 1233
Sewing Tip: Use Stay-Tape for shoulder and neckline seams.
Navy/White Reversible Check
60″
$17.00
Reversible fabrics offer lots of creative options. Suit weight, the colors are classic navy and white. The checks are 1/2″ which makes matching easier. Make a sheath dress, pencil skirt, jacket or vest.
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Navy Stretch Sateen
45″
97% Cotton 3% Lycra
$12.00
Construction in Progress
Rayon Lining-Navy
Buttons-Navy Sparkle 13/16″ $.65
Navy/Pearl 7/8″ $2.50
YKK Invisible Zipper #071
Gutermann Thread #021, 278
Sweet Inspiration
Burda Style 8/2011 #127
Pattern Suggestions: Butterick 5520, 5601, McCalls 5887, 6394, Simplicity 2229, 2340, Vogue 1237, 8687
Sewing Tip: In place of facings, use bias binding in a matching or contrasting color to finish the edges.
