Tag Archives: lace

Simple Lace

Posted on May 18, 2020 by Calico Stretch

I didn’t notice this pattern (BurdaStyle 09/2018 #108) when the magazine came out – essentially it is a sweatshirt with a little bit of pleating in the sleeves.  Boxy and even slightly utilitarian. I do however love Sweet Shard’s version … Continue reading →

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Patterns patterns patterns!

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Calico Stretch

Oh my, this week is pattern intensive.  Very pattern intensive and in a good way. I have finally finished tweaking the BurdaStyle wrap blouse pattern and will tonight cut it out for real.  I am ever so proud of myself … Continue reading →

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Granny’s lace

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Calico Stretch

I was tidying my sewing room last night and I really should do it more often because I found a fascinating treasure in the bottom of a drawer.  A bag full of yards of different types of lace.  My grandmother’s … Continue reading →

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Some action finally

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Calico Stretch

There has been little action in the sewing room of late and that mostly for the kids.  Another set of merino jumpers are done, some with added bling ‘cos I am well bored by the basic pattern … Sequins, little … Continue reading →

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