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Today's tutorial is sweet and simple, but ads big impact to your project.  We're talking trim - lace trim to be exact.  There are a gazillion different trims out there which can add completely different looks to your project.  I love the look of lace becasue it is such a classic look and can easily go vintage, boho, or elegant depending on the type of lace you choose and the fabric you pair it with. Here are some fun lace resources: Lace Heaven Lace Place Trim Fabric (If you know of other awesome lace&trim resources, post a link in the...

It is December and we are celebrating 25 Days of Christmas here at Winter Wear Designs. This week it is all about the Magnolia Fit and Flare Dress and Top.  This knit pattern is a quick and easy sew with a ton of variations to keep your wardrobe current and comfy.  All this week, Dec 5-9, you can join in the Magnolia Sew and Tell! What is this 'Sew and Tell'????  Well my dears, it is pretty simple.  You sew up a Magnolia and tell us all about it.  EEEEEKKKK - I love seeing what you all sew.  But WAIT,...

I am so excited by all of the people participating so far in the Blazer Sew Along.  If you are still on the fence about getting involved, join in - you aren't behind! Here is the official schedule - don't feel confined by the deadlines, this is simple the order and speed at which I'll be going over things with you all.  The key is to GET STARTED!!!!!  Cause it is kinda hard to finish something if you never start.  If you need the Patterns, head over to the website before I remember to make them back up to full...

SEW ALONG!!!!! Yay, it is that time again, time for a Sew Along.  So what is this 'sew along' of which you speak.  Well basically it just means that you sew along with me as I sew the Phresh Blazer (you can also sew the Giverney, I'll be giving tips for both).  Through out the time frame I'll have tips for how to do things, funny anecdotes to prove I'm human, and of course a time line to give you motivation to get it done. Today and over the weekend these are your goals: 1 - Print the pattern 2...