Monthly Archives: November 2010

ABdPM 20013: The Lining

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Noile

Wow, polyester, how do I hate thee?  Let me count the ways:  There’s the permanent factory crease down the center of your yardage that no amount of ironing will remove; the fact that you hate all thread tensions known to … Continue reading →

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Lauren

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Noile

It’s official:  My 25 (or so)-year-old White Super Lock 523 serger is dead, in spite of a valiant attempt at resurrection by a diligent craftsman, and two decades of faithful service.  I may buy a Juki MO 654 DE in … Continue reading →

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ABdPM 20013: Miscellaneous Report

Posted on November 27, 2010 by Noile

Things are progressing here — the jacket’s got pockets: I don’t like raw edges on the insides of my patch pockets, so I lined these with a thin, slippery polyester.  And I interfaced them as well, because that will help … Continue reading →

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DIY Serger Trolley

Posted on November 25, 2010 by Noile

.  .  . courtesy of IKEA: It’s their inexpensive, lightweight dolly; handy for everything, and just right for this job, too.   Cheaper and more versatile than the purpose-built carts.  Bungee cords recommended.  I couldn’t find mine, but I didn’t really  … Continue reading →

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Disaster!

Posted on November 23, 2010 by Noile

I’ve got the pockets done on my ABdPM jacket; the body assembled; the sleeves attached.  (Yeah, I’m a little behind on posts.)   I’m merrily serging along, finishing the armholes, getting them trimmed neatly and finished. And then, this: Well, it … Continue reading →

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ABdPM 20013: The Hood

Posted on November 22, 2010 by Noile

Once I’d fit the jacket, and cut out the interlining, it was time to tackle the “exterior” fabric:  the wool the world would see. This pattern calls for “serge” or “”twill” (it’s not clear to this English reader which) for … Continue reading →

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ABdPM 20013: Fit and Interlining

Posted on November 21, 2010 by Noile

From Au Bonheur des Petites Mains, this is the “Veste effet boule, à capuche”, (or “Jacket ball effect, hooded” per Google Translate).  I’m a little unclear on exactly what the “ball effect” is, but that’s OK.  It’s a jacket with … Continue reading →

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OT: New Life for a KitchenAid Mixer

Posted on November 18, 2010 by Noile

This is off-topic, but it’s such a handy thing to know that I’m sharing anyway.  My KitchenAid mixer — a 4.5 quart model — is at least 30 years old (I inherited it), and it is a workhorse. A while … Continue reading →

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Anticipation

Posted on November 17, 2010 by Noile

I’m expecting my first batch of Au Bonheur des Petites Mains patterns any  minute now, and am beside myself with anticipation.  ABPM, as they’re known in a number of French blogs, are patterns with a very different twist.  (See the … Continue reading →

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Felted Wool Tunic/Vest

Posted on November 16, 2010 by Noile

Thanks to Shams, I’ve been introduced to the wonderful world of Fawbush’s, where I saw this marvelous vest from Angel: Here’s the description: Since 1985 Angel has been providing customers with unique, fashionable, high quality womens apparel. Their garments are … Continue reading →

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