Month: April 2017

Felixstowe Sewing School https://www.felixstowesewingschool.co.uk Mrs Bowden’s top tip – playing about with ricrac Some of you may know how much I like ricrac and there is sew (!) much one can do with it.  This week’s top tip guides you through some decorative techniques which can be utilised to elevate this humble braid.  As you…
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Mrs Bowden’s top tip – the origin and application of ric rac I do love a bit of ricrac and find it immensely cheerful.  It’s very easy to use and actually far more versatile than you may initially imagine.  I’ve had a bit of a pootle around the ‘tinternet to find out a bit more…
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Felixstowe Sewing School www.felixstowesewingschool.co.uk Mrs Bowden’s top tip – horsehair One of the reasons we often are drawn to Vintage fashion is the lovely silhouette often seen on dresses from the 1950’s.  There is no better feeling, in my opinion, than swirling about in a full skirted dress.  I think we sometimes overlook the foundation…
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Mrs Bowden’s top tip – velvet ribbon waistband This is just a little tip as we are rather busy at Felixstowe Sewing School preparing for the Big 4th Birthday Bash Charity Sewathon. It made me realise the importance of comfortable clothing when one is up against it and jolly busy.  So here is this week’s…
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How to plan embroidery ….     There are so many lovely ways we can augment our clothes and embroidery can feature beautifully by using cloth which is embroidered to add texture and interest.  Or, we can add our own embroidered motifs and/or designs.  I love adding embroidery to garments and find it extremely therapeutic.…
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How to avoid unpleasant pinching across your upper arm! This is Rosie the Riveter, an American cultural icon from the Second World War.  Rosie represented women who worked in factories and shipyards throughout the states, many producing arms and munitions. Rosie is the epitome of strength and style from this period.  I dare say she also…
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