We're really almost there. Well, I was anyway until I realized I had an awkward buttonhole at the top of my apron which I covered with an awkward tab. ~:O)
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Thursday, June 13, 2013
Adele Sew-Along Last Day
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Today we finish our dresses...
We're really almost there. Well, I was anyway until I realized I had an awkward buttonhole at the top of my apron which I covered with an awkward tab. ~:O)
We're really almost there. Well, I was anyway until I realized I had an awkward buttonhole at the top of my apron which I covered with an awkward tab. ~:O)
Adele Sew-Along Day 6
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Day 6! Yes! Today we'll work on the apron (if you're adding one) and the skirt.
Aprons...
There are so many cute variations when it comes to the apron. You can use the measurements found *HERE* for purchased yardage or upcycle. Here are a couple of examples of upcycled aprons.
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Aprons...
There are so many cute variations when it comes to the apron. You can use the measurements found *HERE* for purchased yardage or upcycle. Here are a couple of examples of upcycled aprons.
Perfect! Just hem the sides.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Adele Sew-Along Day 5
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Hi there! It's day 5 and I'm sure you've noticed by now I'm not exactly following the instructions in your patterns. I hope it's not confusing, I just want to show you all some variations to the pattern and let you show me some too. So far, good work! I'm loving all the pretty bodices you've posted. Thanks so much for sharing!
Let's get started...
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Let's get started...
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Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Adele Sew-Along Day 4
Monday, June 10, 2013
Adele Sew-Along Day 3
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Good Monday Morning!
I'm hoping everyone found the exact fabric they were looking for.
I plan to mix it up here, combining new with old and a little bit of everything - a plaid shirt, a white eyelet shirt, a pretty little bird print and a tiny dot.
I have a confession. Adele was one of my first patterns. That was over a year and a half ago. I've learned a few things since then so there are some things I would certainly do different now. I plan to use the Sew-Along as a starting point for revamping this pattern - tweakin' it here and there. I think I'll add the apron and the maxi views as well.
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I'm hoping everyone found the exact fabric they were looking for.
I plan to mix it up here, combining new with old and a little bit of everything - a plaid shirt, a white eyelet shirt, a pretty little bird print and a tiny dot.
I have a confession. Adele was one of my first patterns. That was over a year and a half ago. I've learned a few things since then so there are some things I would certainly do different now. I plan to use the Sew-Along as a starting point for revamping this pattern - tweakin' it here and there. I think I'll add the apron and the maxi views as well.
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Friday, June 7, 2013
Adele Sew-Along Day 2
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Here we are on day 2 and you've just entered the glamorous world of sewing tools and used clothing. Wooo Hooo!
Tools
When it comes to my sewing tools - I keep it pretty simple. Here's a picture of the the tools I think are helpful when sewing the Adele. Not all of them are necessary - just desirable ...
Then there's the cute pattern weights. You can find the tutorial for making your own *HERE*.
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Tools
When it comes to my sewing tools - I keep it pretty simple. Here's a picture of the the tools I think are helpful when sewing the Adele. Not all of them are necessary - just desirable ...
Then there's the cute pattern weights. You can find the tutorial for making your own *HERE*.
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Thursday, June 6, 2013
Adele Sew-Along Day 1
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Welcome to this Sew-Along! This is my first ever Sew-Along so I'm crazy excited.
The Adele was one of my first pattern ideas. She's been around from the beginning and is still one of my favorites.
I love the concept of a Sew-Along. I couldn't possibly fit every idea I'd like to in a PDF file, they're stuffed full as it is! This gives me a chance to show you some variations on the pattern, upcycle a little and share (and receive) tips and tricks that can be used with other patterns as well.
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
New Release - Forget-Me-Knot Dress
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Here she is...the Forget-Me-Knot Dress!
I get excited about all the patterns I make. For one thing, if I didn't get excited, I don't think there's any way I'd make it through the process. It's tedious, to say the least.
Anyway, I was "extra" excited about this one so I'm glad it's done and listed! Pin It
You can find it here... http://www.etsy.com/shop/RubyJeansCloset
I get excited about all the patterns I make. For one thing, if I didn't get excited, I don't think there's any way I'd make it through the process. It's tedious, to say the least.
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Monday, January 7, 2013
Tea Rose Home Giveaway
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Two winners will pick 5 patterns each!
Sweet Sachiko at Tea Rose House is giving away my patterns on her awesome blog!
CHECK IT OUT! You'll love her blog AND you'll get a chance to win!
http://tearosehome.blogspot.com/2013/01/ruby-jeans-closet-pdf-patterns-giveaway.html
Sweet Sachiko at Tea Rose House is giving away my patterns on her awesome blog!
CHECK IT OUT! You'll love her blog AND you'll get a chance to win!
http://tearosehome.blogspot.com/2013/01/ruby-jeans-closet-pdf-patterns-giveaway.html
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Patterns in the works...sneak peek!
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Heading for a new year, I've decided to do what I always do this time of the year - get organized. I'm already a pretty organized person as far as "stuff" goes. I'm not a (hoarder) collector. I'm not even a keeper of things I already have. If I get something new, it must mean I needed to replace something old. So, out with the old and I don't feel a thing!
All my craft/sewing stuff is organized, with cubbies and baskets - everything has a place and (almost) everything is in it.
It's my creative juices that need some serious work. As soon as typed those words I realized what the problem was - ever try to arrange a "juice"? That's it in a nut shell and I'm the nut shell.
It isn't a lack of ideas that gets me. It's that I have too many ideas. Crazy random ideas. On a good day, I'm bombarded with random ideas. Like most creative people, though, my juices come and go, change gears in midstream and, sometimes, don't even show up for work.
Another problem we have (I'm assuming I'm talking about you, too. You're creative or you wouldn't be reading this blog ~:O) is staying on task. I have to work on what I'm in the mood to work on or it's just a big fat waste of time.
I have 157 sketches for new patterns. Yes, ladies...1.5.7. and I'm adding more everyday. I counted them and organized them. (I'll have to blog about how I'm doing that sometime) There are ideas for boys, babies, ladies and accessories as well as the center of my attention now, girls. Of course, not all of them will make the cut but I feel like at least half are worth doing. If I live to be 100.
So, after spending the day looking at my Ruby Jean projects to see where I stand, I have discovered, for one thing, that I have 9 patterns in the works - all in different stages of completion, but all pretty far along. That's 8 too many. Good grief. I know I should approach this job one pattern at a time but that's just not me. That's the "changing gears in midstream" part. I do think that putting them on a list will help me check them off.
I thought you might like to see so here they are. Obviously, in no particular order...
1. Forget-Me-Knot Dress - This dress just needs a little work on the instructions and to be tested. I wanted something a little different in a knot dress. A "Knot cho Mama's Knot Dress". I'm excited about this one. I pushed it ahead of several other projects because I was in the mood. See how this works?
2. Game Day Coat - I started this one at the beginning of Football season and I'm still not done with it! The instructions are done, the pattern needs a little work and I want to make a sample of girls...
3. Winter Berry Dress - I'm a ways from having this one done but because it's for winter, I need to push it and the coat to the top of the list.
4. Flutter-by Top - this pattern has been drawn but I made so many changes to the original pattern, I really shouldn't show these pictures.
5. Eloise Dress - Some really smart FB follower gave me the name for this one. (I owe you the pattern if you're reading this) I love this dress. It's with a photographer right now. A little work on the pattern and it's good to go!
6. Dorothy Ann Dress - I think all I need to do to get this one listed is put it all together! What is wrong with me???
7. Cosette Collar Dress - It's still in the fitting stages but enough finished on it to mention it. There are some really cool construction ideas with this one making it as easy as a pillowcase dress. It will have at least 2 collar options.
8. Berry Pie Dress - This dress was based on the Annie pattern. The lining was sewn to the wrong side of the dress and flipped to the right side to give it a faux bodice. Super easy, unique construction ideas! It's done - just have to put it all together and get it out!!!
9. I'm gettin' there. Photoshopped buttons...that's not a good sign...
I also need to add the bigger sizes for the Suzie Q dress. Soon. I promise. The directions are the same as the smaller sizes so it just a matter of finishing the pattern.
There are a few other things on my list for the New Year.
I want to do a blog series on pattern making, for one. That's a big one and I'm no expert but I thought it might be nice to share some things I've learned along the way.
I'm considering adding paper patterns so I need to research my tail off to figure that one out.
I need to work on the marketing part of this business even though it's not my thing and I don't think it ever will be.
A survey is in the works. I want to know stuff and you all have the answers. I want to know your preferences...zippers, buttonholes, button loops, etc.? If I do add paper patterns, I think I'll want to change from photographing instructions (don't panic) to illustrations. I'm curious as to what you type in on Etsy to search for patterns. Stuff like that. I need to pick me some brain...
So, it was a day well spent. I feel better (if not totally overwhelmed) just making a list...
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All my craft/sewing stuff is organized, with cubbies and baskets - everything has a place and (almost) everything is in it.
It's my creative juices that need some serious work. As soon as typed those words I realized what the problem was - ever try to arrange a "juice"? That's it in a nut shell and I'm the nut shell.
It isn't a lack of ideas that gets me. It's that I have too many ideas. Crazy random ideas. On a good day, I'm bombarded with random ideas. Like most creative people, though, my juices come and go, change gears in midstream and, sometimes, don't even show up for work.
Another problem we have (I'm assuming I'm talking about you, too. You're creative or you wouldn't be reading this blog ~:O) is staying on task. I have to work on what I'm in the mood to work on or it's just a big fat waste of time.
I have 157 sketches for new patterns. Yes, ladies...1.5.7. and I'm adding more everyday. I counted them and organized them. (I'll have to blog about how I'm doing that sometime) There are ideas for boys, babies, ladies and accessories as well as the center of my attention now, girls. Of course, not all of them will make the cut but I feel like at least half are worth doing. If I live to be 100.
So, after spending the day looking at my Ruby Jean projects to see where I stand, I have discovered, for one thing, that I have 9 patterns in the works - all in different stages of completion, but all pretty far along. That's 8 too many. Good grief. I know I should approach this job one pattern at a time but that's just not me. That's the "changing gears in midstream" part. I do think that putting them on a list will help me check them off.
I thought you might like to see so here they are. Obviously, in no particular order...
1. Forget-Me-Knot Dress - This dress just needs a little work on the instructions and to be tested. I wanted something a little different in a knot dress. A "Knot cho Mama's Knot Dress". I'm excited about this one. I pushed it ahead of several other projects because I was in the mood. See how this works?
2. Game Day Coat - I started this one at the beginning of Football season and I'm still not done with it! The instructions are done, the pattern needs a little work and I want to make a sample of girls...
3. Winter Berry Dress - I'm a ways from having this one done but because it's for winter, I need to push it and the coat to the top of the list.
4. Flutter-by Top - this pattern has been drawn but I made so many changes to the original pattern, I really shouldn't show these pictures.
5. Eloise Dress - Some really smart FB follower gave me the name for this one. (I owe you the pattern if you're reading this) I love this dress. It's with a photographer right now. A little work on the pattern and it's good to go!
6. Dorothy Ann Dress - I think all I need to do to get this one listed is put it all together! What is wrong with me???
7. Cosette Collar Dress - It's still in the fitting stages but enough finished on it to mention it. There are some really cool construction ideas with this one making it as easy as a pillowcase dress. It will have at least 2 collar options.
(I can't find the picture - Oh, no!)
8. Berry Pie Dress - This dress was based on the Annie pattern. The lining was sewn to the wrong side of the dress and flipped to the right side to give it a faux bodice. Super easy, unique construction ideas! It's done - just have to put it all together and get it out!!!
9. I'm gettin' there. Photoshopped buttons...that's not a good sign...
I also need to add the bigger sizes for the Suzie Q dress. Soon. I promise. The directions are the same as the smaller sizes so it just a matter of finishing the pattern.
There are a few other things on my list for the New Year.
I want to do a blog series on pattern making, for one. That's a big one and I'm no expert but I thought it might be nice to share some things I've learned along the way.
I'm considering adding paper patterns so I need to research my tail off to figure that one out.
I need to work on the marketing part of this business even though it's not my thing and I don't think it ever will be.
A survey is in the works. I want to know stuff and you all have the answers. I want to know your preferences...zippers, buttonholes, button loops, etc.? If I do add paper patterns, I think I'll want to change from photographing instructions (don't panic) to illustrations. I'm curious as to what you type in on Etsy to search for patterns. Stuff like that. I need to pick me some brain...
So, it was a day well spent. I feel better (if not totally overwhelmed) just making a list...
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