Dress Sewing

Any sewing machinists, dress makers out there please?

I have a very old Singer sewing machine which was converted years ago to electric. At long last this very old friend has given up the ghost. Sewing machines these days seem so reasonable and I think it will cost more to service the Singer and buy new parts than buy a new sewing machine. The Singer only does straight stitch and new ones seem to have a wonderful variety to offer.

I have a Singer stretch and sew machine with an L K industrial surger and a Brother multi stitch machine and a Euro Pro surger. I prefer the Brother and Euro Pro combination. I also have a Husqvarna sewing machine for heavier fabrics. Over all the Husqvarna is superior but for the cost to performance ratio, the Brother.

Singer DF150 Adjustable Dress Form, Red, Small $108.00 The Singer Adjustable Dressform allows pattern adjustments before cutting. Set necklines, sleeves and collars easily. Perfect for linings, hems or total construction. More professional results Allows pattern adjustment before cutting Perfect for storing partially finished clothing Allows you to check draping and hang of fabrics Set necklines, sleeves and collars easily Perfect for linings Foam-bac…

New Female Jersey Dress Form with Base & Necktop Size 5-6. Medium. $70.00 The actual torso is made of fiber glass and is covered with foam and white material – The stand is stained wood. Great for displaying shirts, and dresses. This dress form can also be used for basic sewing….

Singer DF150_G Adjustable Dress Form, Gray, Small $109.00 The Singer Adjustable Dressform allows pattern adjustments before cutting. Set necklines, sleeves and collars easily. Perfect for linings, hems or total construction…

Clotilde’s TV Teaching Segments Series #3 (A Sew Smart Video) [VHS] Clotilde’s tips for sewing the “$500 Look,” including: Correct buttonhole placement and solutions to other buttonhole problems, designer finish for unlined jackets, perfect double welt pockets and flaps, how and why to reduce sleeve cap ease and how to control the remaining ease, designer all-in-one tailored sleeve vent for blouses, tucks and pleats – marking and stitching for perfection and how t…

Antique Sewing Machine Decorative Switchplate Cover $4.99 Handcrafted to the highest standards using the artistry of the decoupage technique, artwork is triple sealed with a special sealant to ensure durability,easy cleaning and obtain an enamel like finish. Artwork will not fade. Our switchplates are heavy duty plastic nylon that is virtually unbreakable and hardware is included. A cinch to install. Each one of our switchplates is handcrafted with great…

#7 Linings A to Z $29.95 Power Sewing Skill Series: #7 Linings A to Z* Sleeveless top and dress linings * Vest linings * Clean finish facings * Jacket linings * Partial linings * Underlinings * Pant liningsThis product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com’s standard return policy will apply….

9 Classic Sexy Star Mae West Old Time Radio Broadcasts on DVD (over 25 minutes running time) $11.99 This unique old time radio DVD collectible features 9 digitized reels of classic Sexy Star Mae West radio broadcasts and over 25 minutes of total running time on 1 DVD. Take a journey back through radio broadcasting history with this large audio library of OTR memorabilia. The golden age of old time radio has been rescued, digitized, and packaged into a gift set that any classic radio lover can ap…

New Male Torso Mannequin Form-Black $40.00 Brand New male torso. Available in Black Gray and Flesh colors. If You have any questions please email us….

PROFESSIONAL DRESS FORM SIZES 4 TO 12 MISSY TYPE $350.00 Professional dress form with height adjustment, metal base with wheels and collapsible shoulders. Surface is pinnable…

Dress Form: Black Female Pinnable Sewing Dress Form Black Stand $65.00 MEASUREMENTS **** Height (of torso only): 27 1/2 Inches **** Width: 14 1/2 **** Inches from shoulder to shoulder **** Bust: 34 Inches **** Waist: 24 1/2 Inches **** Hips: 29 1/2 Inches **** If you have any questions please contact us through amazon….

Sewing $13.49 Sewing

Sewing for Dummies $15.98 Do you love to sew—or want to learn how? Then this book will have you in stitches in no time. There’s nothing like the feeling of completing a project using beautiful fabrics and great timesaving tools and then sharing it with your family and friends. Plus, learning to sew will save you money too! Before long, you’ll be stitching your own hems, repairing split seams, sewing on buttons, and much, much more. Sewing For Dummies is a book for both absolute beginners and experienced sewers. If you’re a stone-cold beginner, you’ll find everything you need to know to sew beginning-level projects—and the book doesn’t assume that you’ve ever even picked up a needle and thread before. If you’ve had some experience with sewing, you’ll find tips and tricks that it took author Janice Saunders Maresh, a nationally known sewing and serging instructor, years to pick up! You’ll discover how to: Master hand and machine stitches Read a sewing pattern Hem a variety of fabrics Negotiate sleeves and pockets Install zippers, buttons, and other fasteners Shape garments with tucks and pleats Adjust projects for better fit and function This updated edition features a fresh 8-page color insert of all the new home decorating projects, including new patterns and instructions for a traditional living room with slipcovered couches and throws; a French country dining room with drapes and slipcovered chairs; and a bedroom with shams, duvets, dustruffles, and window treatments, as well as: a bathroom with a shower curtain and towels hip and funky tote bags the perfect little black dress Complete with lists of quick fix-it tools, sewing fundamentals, and sewing resources, Sewing For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is the fun and easy way® to get the basics and stitch up a storm in no time!

Stylish Sewing $5.48 Award-winning designer Patricia Nelson shares her techniques for transforming plain commercial patterns into sophisticated, flattering clothing for work, play, or evening. Simple quilting, surface design, and texturizing techniques create fabulous, one-of-a-kind fashion statements for any occasion. · Innovative quilting and sewing techniques to use in 16 step-by-step projects, including elegant vests, jackets, a dress, and even a purse · Easy methods for embellishing off-the-rack clothing to give even the simplest garments added flair · Fun tips on mixing techniques, textures, and embellishments for a personal touch

The Culture of Sewing $39.48 Throughout its long history, home dressmaking has been a formative experience in the lives of millions of women. In an age of relative affluence and mass production, it is easy to forget that just over a generation ago, young girls from middle- and working-class backgrounds were routinely taught to sew as a practical necessity. However, not only have the skills involved in home dressmaking been overlooked and marginalized due to their association with women and the home, but the impact home dressmaking had on women’s lives and broader socioeconomic structures also has been largely ignored.This book is the first serious account of the significance of home dressmaking as a form of European and American material culture. Exploring themes from the last two hundred years to the present, including gender, technology, consumption and visual representation, contributors show how home dressmakers negotiated and experienced developments to meet a wide variety of needs and aspirations. Not merely passive consumers, home dressmakers have been active producers within family economies. They have been individuals with complex agendas expressed through their roles as wives, mothers and workers in their own right and shaped by ideologies of femininity and class.This book represents a vital contribution to women’s studies, the history of fashion and dress, design history, material culture, sociology and anthropology.

Sewing Dolls’ Clothes $15.98 This complete and magnificently illustrated compilation brings together some of the best and most rewarding sewing projects from Dolls’ House Magazine. Even the beginner with limited sewing skills can jump in on the creative fun thanks to the detailed step-by-step instructions and traceable patterns. The 27 ideas emphasize the joy and freedom of “dressing up” and the endless possibilities therein. The inspiring fashions are all for the popular 1/12th dolls’ house, and feature subjects such as Fashionable Ladies, Dressing for Work, In the Country, Special Occasions, and Fancy Dress. Transform your dolls from humble flower seller into a fashionable Regency lady or maybe even a magical ballerina!

Modkid Frida Sewing Pattern $12.98 tunic-style dress and shirt sewing pattern. Sizes Small (2T/3T), Medium (4T/5T) and Large (6/7)Loosely inspired by a Mexican housedress, Frida is feminine, comfy and fun! Open side vents make it light and airy during warmer months and perfect for layering on cooler months. Pattern includes 3 versions in 3 different sizes plus an easy tutorial for a head scarf. Includes a full-size pattern sheet and a 12-page full color instruction booklet with dozens of detailed photographs to guide you along the project.Click here for pattern back.

Modkid Kyoko Sewing Pattern $12.98 Asian-inspired shirt and dress sewing pattern. Sizes 2T, 3T, 4T, 5T, 6 and 7 Chic and sophisticated with an Asian-flair, Kyoko will soon become a favorite in your child’s wardrobe. It features a criss-cross bodice with two sleeve length options and a very full attached stripwork skirt in two lengths. Kyoko has a loose-fitting style so there’s no need for buttons, zippers or snaps. A sweet obi-style sash pulls everything together and finishes the look. Includes a full-size pattern sheet and a 12-page full color instruction booklet with dozens of detailed photographs to guide you along the project.Click here for pattern back.

Modkid Isabel Sewing Pattern $12.98 Tie-Strap Double-Layer JumperSizes 2T, 3T, 4T, 5T, 6 and 7This European-inspired jumper dress features a tie-strap fully-lined bodice with an attached double skirt. The overskirt has a sweet curved hemline with a ruffled edge and a patch pocket that can be embellished with decorative trims to show your personality. The dress is light & airy for the warmer climates but looks adorable layered over a long-sleeved tee and tights during the cooler months.Includes a full-size pattern sheet and a 12-page full color instruction booklet with dozens of detailed photographs to guide you along the project.Click here for pattern back.

Zakka Sewing $22.45 Zakka Sewing

Downtowndiy Sewing $11.65 Downtowndiy Sewing

Dancing for dollars
— “It’s all about the dress,” said Rita Moreno, as our jovial group rolled along Interstate 4, headed back to Brevard County. We’d spent the afternoon trying on sparkly gowns at Designs to Shine by Maria McGill in Pinellas Park in preparation for this weekend’s Dancing With Brevard.