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Marijayne Favata commented on Susan's album

Sewing with Tulle

"Thank you so much for the Tulle Tutorial. Just in time for my next project. Thanks again"

Sep 24, 2014

Karen commented on the blog post 'Fur Coat Alteration'

"Hi Marijayne I googled and found this page with several links and suggestions which may help. http://artisanssquare.com/sg/index.php?topic=1691.0 Best of luck! I'm still putting off making the new lining for my vintage faux leopard skin…"

Jan 2, 2014

A blog post by Marijayne Favata was featured

Fur Coat Alteration

Hi All,I need to learn how to work with fur. Real Fur. I have been involved in Alterations for longer than I care to remember however I have never worked with Real Fur. I have looked on the internet etc and I though perhaps some one out there know of a text book or video etc that can help me Thanks mjSee More

Jan 2, 2014

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Susan commented on the blog post 'Fur Coat Alteration'

"Some very good fur sewing tips from Julia Garza at Craftsy to keep in mind as you begin your fur sewing project: [read the rest of these great REAL fur sewing tips right here]"

Jan 2, 2014

Susan commented on the blog post 'Fur Coat Alteration'

"Here is a little video by Wendi Gratz that you can watch here at SWN, demonstrating how she handles FAUX fur. I will keep looking around for REAL fur info and any more faux fur info that might be just as helpful or relevant."

Jan 2, 2014

Marijayne Favata left a comment for Terry Newberry

"Terry, The cutest bear. I need to alter a fur coat. Do you know if there are any books out there with the basic fur instructions. Need to add an additional piece of fur to lengthen sleeve. Thanks mj"

Dec 31, 2013

Marijayne Favata commented on Susan's video

Cute Necktie Onesie Tutorial for the Little Man in Your Life!

"Very Very Creative. Suggestion when attaching the tie to the onesie use a walking foot,"

Feb 19, 2013

Marijayne Favata liked Susan's video

Cute Necktie Onesie Tutorial for the Little Man in Your Life!

Feb 19, 2013

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I am an awesome:: I have sewn all my life. It is a gift passed down from Grandmother to Mother to me. I make Women's and Men's Clothing/Tailoring, Wedding Gowns, Doll Clother, Communion Veils and Dress for both child and their doll I am a co-leader of the local American Sewing Guild Neighborhood Group Clifton Clippers.
I love to Fabric shop and any activity related to sewing

My sewing interests are:: garment, drapery, home decor

My sewing machine(s):: Bernina 1230, Singer Featherweight. Bernina Deco Embroidery,Bernina Serger and a Singer Serger

I am interested in patterns such as:: All. Because I am a Plus size I find all patterns need to be altered in order to fit properly No two body shapes are the same

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Fur Coat Alteration

Posted on December 31, 2013 at 10:44am 3 Comments 0 Likes

Hi All,

I need to learn how to work with fur. Real Fur. I have been involved in Alterations for longer than I care to remember however I have never worked with Real Fur. I have looked on the internet etc and I though perhaps some one out there know of a text book or video etc that can help me Thanks mj

Bridal Gown Creating a French Under Bustle

Posted on December 1, 2009 at 3:13pm 1 Comment 0 Likes

Last month my customers brought her purchased Wedding gown wanting a French Under bustle. Her maid of honor suggested to mark the ribbons and loops with a marker so that the lacing would be easier for her. My solution is as follows.

At the anchor points parallel to the botton of the zipper I made 4 loops on either side. I used contrasting 3/8" ribbon (White and Baby Blue) alternating white/blue. Then on the bottom of the skirt at the pick up points I used the same the alternating… Continue