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Londa Rohlfing commented on Susan's video

I am fusing labels into the 30 knit tops I have made in the last 2 months! New product line

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Realize also that the amount the elastic is pulled will determine how much the fabric gathers.

How To Sew Narrow Elastic Onto Fabric

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Londa's 5 Minute Center Front Pant Zipper Application

First - my 'soapbox' - I think for women - whose tops lap right over left - that the lap on the trouser should similarly lap the same direction: right over left. That said.....IMPORTANT: Always buy a 9'' nylon coil zipper - even if you desire only a 7'' opening..you'll see why''make sure center front is parallel to grain line of front. If it is not - you need to make it so, and take front tucks deeper or a dart to make up any difference.1. Cutting: change pattern front so that you have a…See More

A blog post by Londa Rohlfing was featured Jan 10

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Man’s Tie transformed to Cell Phone/Ipod/Credit Card Pouch

I recently took a precious tie of my late brother’s and transformed it into a little pouch to carry a cell phone and credit cards for my dear sister-in-law. I think it took me maybe 30′! Be careful though – if you have an iPhone – you’d better use the WIDEST tie you can find! I utilized this pattern: Tie Pocket Pouch from Indygo Junction…but I bet you can figure it out from the picture yourself! If not –…See More

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Melinda Sarpal commented on the blog post 'Londa's Baby Alyssa Ensemble'

Such a cute outfit. Very lucky baby girl indeed. I hope you will be able to post pictures of the little doll wearing it once it is received.

Oct 15, 2011

Londa Rohlfing commented on Renata's photo

You llook amazing in your dress. Tell us more about the article!

Renata Sarauer on the Cover of Queen Magazine

Sep 28, 2011

Londa Rohlfing replied to the discussion 'Fitting problems' in the group Everything Sewing!

Is it just your tummy, or do you need a width and LENGTH for the bust as well? Also - with the tummy - sorry, but realize you need LENGTH as well as width to get over it. I'll bet the front is still hiking up at the front hem. If…

Sep 9, 2011

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About Me:: I've sewn - all my life - which led to a B.S. in Home Economics, my own pattern line in Heirloom sewing in the late 80's, then my own retail storefront from 1990 - 2--3 - and now my website, www.londas-sewing.com.

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My favorite type of sewing has become my niche - Creative Sweatshirt Jackets - transforming a sweatshirt into a stylish jacket. In addition to my website, I travel the country to guilds, shops, and expos to sell my productsand embellishments and teach my techniques. I have a hubby, 2 grown children, and a grandson!

What type of sewing do you enjoy?: garment, home decor

What type(s) of sewing machine(s) do you have?: Pfaff 7550, Elna serger

What brands of patterns have you tried?: Vogue

Blog URL:: http://www.londas-sewing.com

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Londa's 5 Minute Center Front Pant Zipper Application

Posted on January 9, 2012 at 12:20pm 0 Comments 1 Like

First - my 'soapbox' - I think for women - whose tops lap right over left - that the lap on the trouser should similarly lap the same direction: right over left. That said.....

IMPORTANT: Always buy a 9'' nylon coil zipper - even if you desire only a 7'' opening..you'll see why''make sure center front is parallel to grain line of front. If it is not - you need to make it so, and take front tucks deeper or a dart to make up any difference.

1. Cutting: change pattern front…

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Man’s Tie transformed to Cell Phone/Ipod/Credit Card Pouch

Posted on December 20, 2011 at 11:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

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Londa's Baby Alyssa Ensemble

Posted on July 8, 2011 at 12:00pm 11 Comments 12 Likes

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It's Sew Easy, Series 100 Sewing Show

Posted on June 18, 2011 at 4:00pm 6 Comments 1 Like

It's Sew Easy, Series 100 is a NEW sewing show on the horizon offering Public Television viewers a novel approach to sewing through unique television experience.

The program is based on sewing and pattern designers featuring education that revolves around their expertise. Projects demonstrated are easy enough for beginners but creatively challenging for seasoned stitchers. The experts concentrate on easy ways to accomplish great sewing projects without the…

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DKNY Vogue 1250 knit dress in 2.5 hours

Posted on April 18, 2011 at 5:41pm 4 Comments 1 Like

This is just too much fun!

I've been working too darned hard - and decided to sneak in a new dress for myself this morning...as my Vogue patterns (see last post) arrived yesterday!

I am so fortunate to be able to not only have been taught to sew - but to have the $ TO sew,… Continue

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At 9:00am on June 1, 2009, Mary said…: Not exactly given the reins over. My daughter thought she would like to try and create a new Sew Whats New and did so with my blessing. Everything is her work and ideas. I visit to see what's new.

At 8:46am on June 1, 2009, Mary said…: Hi Londa, it's Mary from the "old" Sew Whats New. Your picture is great, and a second wedding gown too. What an undertaking. I remember the lovely job you did on the first one.

At 6:17am on June 1, 2009, Susan said…: Thank you for supporting Sew-Whats-New.com by purchasing a customized photo-based profile image!

At 4:29pm on February 2, 2009, Larisa said…: hi Londa, i wanted to look at your website but its says:
No web site is configured at this address. may be its just problems on internet, will try again tomorrow :)

At 11:08am on February 2, 2009, Larisa said…: hello dear Londa.
will look at your website later today, at work now,
i just made my page here, willput some photos later.
larisa :)