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Ellen commented on Stavroula Frantzeskou's video

Basic Bodice Pattern Making Tutorial

"Thank you Stavroula , I will be visiting your site. I too would love to have these printed out."

May 5

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Jan 18, 2011

Ellen commented on the group 'Sewing for Weddings'

"I have made a couple of wedding gowns. I have a book called Bridal Couture by Susan Khalje that I found invaluable. I first made the gown, according to her instructions, out of inexpensive muslin and used that as the pattern for the finished dress.…"

Aug 14, 2009

Ellen commented on the group 'Pattern Making'

"jodijean Thank you so much. The sites you gave were just what I was looking for. http://community.livejournal.com/corsetmakers/1598940.html This site was the most helpful. Thank you again. Ellen"

Jul 25, 2009

Ellen commented on the group 'Pattern Making'

"The hip curve ruler."

Jul 24, 2009

Ellen commented on the group 'Pattern Making'

"I bought a 24 inch curve stick to use when altering the side seams of a skirt. I do not know the correct way of using it however. I have used it to make smooth curves for some projects but would like to know the correct way of using it for side…"

Jul 24, 2009

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Jul 24, 2009

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Jun 25, 2009

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I am an awesome:: I have been sewing for many years. I do drapes, upholster, children's clothing and costumes, and bridal dresses. I have dabbled in quilting but prefer machine quilting for speed.I also do alterations for friends and family.