tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57954300107487605182024-03-14T14:01:47.970-04:00Apple Dumpling GearGreen Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-57042650406186506122011-06-19T12:08:00.000-04:002011-06-19T12:08:31.492-04:00Farbenmix Manhattan Special Occaision Dress Tutorial<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_hT2Bv3oVC6UTnyR34E4vwrFMAs290D84XR5x5WBwd9bDHqXYu_XMgQtR50ZDr4hzEVclDkCH35NLhPE6JwZS2nZdW9Ed1mONVVq0FrL_6W5Ivjmyo-zPd9gUvcpbUaZgVCiD7568su4/s1600/IMG_7259.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_hT2Bv3oVC6UTnyR34E4vwrFMAs290D84XR5x5WBwd9bDHqXYu_XMgQtR50ZDr4hzEVclDkCH35NLhPE6JwZS2nZdW9Ed1mONVVq0FrL_6W5Ivjmyo-zPd9gUvcpbUaZgVCiD7568su4/s320/IMG_7259.jpg" width="257" /></a></div>This fabulous dress is from the book "<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Sewing-Clothes-Kids-Love-Instructions/dp/1589234731">Sewing Clothes Kids Love</a>" by Nancy Langdon and Nadine Pollehn. There are fantastic color photos of many different examples of this dress in the book, also included are full sized patterns and diagrammed written instructions.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Note: If you are buying this book double check that the pattern sheets are made from thick white paper and not the tissue from the original printing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">I found the instructions to be pretty clear but I thought I might make a tutorial for those that found them challenging. I hope this helps someone:)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Picking a size:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">Read the sizing chart at the beginning of the book to decide on a size, keep in mind that each pattern size is actually two sizes, for example the first size is 18m/2T (Euro sizing 86/92) </span> </span>even though the sizing chart at the beginning of the book has all the sizes separated. The benefit of this dress is that you can cinch the back (or sides) a lot or a little so it can fit over a very long period of time. I usually go by chest size when choosing a dress size, however, with this pattern that is a little tough since it is designed to be larger in the chest and be cinched in. You can also take into account height, Euro patterns often go by height. Because of the lacing I would err on the large side when choosing a size.<br />
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I chose to go with 3T/4T (98/104) for S. even though I knew it would be a tad big. She is 2 1/2 and a little big for her age. I did have to take 2 1/2" off the hem.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Picking Fabric:</span><br />
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This pattern is great for using up some scraps. The tiny pieces in the bodice can be made from all sorts of fabrics to create a very unique look. I'm not sure why most of the dresses in the book are made from almost entirely one fabric, I chose quite a different look. So far I have only made one size but I found the fabric requirements to be in extreme excess. Don't choose your amount of fabric with these guidelines in mind or you will end up with far too much!<br />
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I suggest drawing a quick sketch of the dress to plan out which fabric goes where since there are so many different pieces. Try combining all sorts of prints and solids for an interesting look. Include any ribbons or trim that will also enhance the dress.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Tracing the pattern pieces:</span><br />
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Find the pattern sheet with the Manhattan pieces on it and spread it out flat on a solid surface (I always use the floor). Get your tracing medium (I like to use painting tarp from Home Depot, large nuts to hold the plastic down and sharpies to trace) and place it over the pattern sheet. Trace each piece, be sure to trace the correct size and to indicate what letter corresponds to each piece. Many of them look very similar and you don't want to get confused! Additionally, make sure to transfer all pattern markings, particularly where the top of each piece is. I cannot emphasize enough the importance of marking which letter each piece is and where the top is. (Don't cut the pieces out yet!) <br />
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Below are some pictures of how the pieces lay out so that you can get a feel for what goes where are where the top is of each piece.<br />
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Front: <br />
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Make sure to make note of the grain lines. If you are using a stripe or plaid at all it will be important so that everything lines up. <br />
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Add a seam allowance to the pattern pieces before cutting them out. I added a 1/4" seam allowance but you could add more if you wanted.<br />
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Finally cut out the pattern pieces.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Cutting the Fabric:</span><br />
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Here is a list of all the pattern pieces and how many to cut for each piece:<br />
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A Bodice center front - cut 1 on fold from shell fabric and 1 on fold from lining fabric<br />
B Bodice side front - cut 2 from shell fabric and 2 from lining fabric<br />
C Bodice lower side back - cut 2 from shell fabric and 2 from lining fabric<br />
D Lower center back - cut 1 on fold from shell fabric and 1 on fold from lining fabric<br />
E Bodice Upper center back - cut 1 on fold from shell fabric and 1 on fold from lining fabric<br />
F Bodice Upper side back - cut 2 from shell fabric and 2 from lining fabric<br />
G Bodice front shoulder - cut 2 from shell fabric and 2 from lining fabric<br />
H Cap sleeve - cut 2 from shell fabric and 2 from lining fabric, cut 2 from interfacing<br />
I Collar - cut 1 on fold from shell fabric and 1 on fold from lining fabric, cut 1 from interfacing<br />
J Skirt upper front - cut 1 on fold from shell fabric and 1 on fold from lining fabric<br />
K Skirt upper side - cut 1 from shell fabric and 1 from lining fabric<br />
L Skirt upper back - cut 1 on fold from shell fabric and 1 on fold from lining fabric<br />
M Skirt lower panel front, side, back - Cut 4 on fold from shell fabric and 4 on fold from lining fabric<br />
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note: I did not line the skirt so I did not cut the lining for these pieces. I omitted the cap sleeves and did not cut these either.<br />
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Fold each piece of fabric right sides together and trace each pattern piece onto the fabric with a fabric marker. Make sure to transfer all markings, pattern identification letters and where the top of each piece is with a marker that will not fade. Make sure to place the required pieces along the fold of the fabric before cutting. Pin each piece so that it does not shift while cutting. Cut out each pattern piece and transfer the markings to the backside of each piece so that each and every piece has the pattern info on it.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sewing Info:</span><br />
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A note on curved seams -<br />
Many of the pieces are curved, sewing along curves can be tricky, it is very important to pin the pieces together to insure that you do not get puckers in the seams if the fabric shifts mid-seam. When pinning a curved piece to a more straight piece place the more curved piece on top and put one pin at the top and bottom corners (where the seam will start and stop). Then place a pin where the middle of the seam will be. Place pins along the curve between the top and middle and the bottom and middle easing the fabric to distribute it evenly. This may seem like extra steps but you will be much happier with the outcome if you take the time to do this before sewing each seam.<br />
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A note on top-stitching -<br />
There is a lot of top-stitching in this pattern, every seam is top-stitched except for two (the side seams)! Top-stitching makes a garment look much more professional and adds strength to each seam. I would definitely recommend following the directions and doing the top-stitching, it does take longer but it is worth it in the end. Make sure to press each seam in the correct direction before top-stitching for a clean look.<br />
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I actually ended up top-stitching the lining pieces as well, you wouldn't have to do that; if you choose not to top-stitch the lining make sure to press each lining seam open.<br />
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Since the bodice is fully lined you don't need to finish the bodice seam allowances, however, because the skirt layers are not sewed together you will want to finish the seam allowances to prevent fraying.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sewing:</span><br />
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Always place right sides of fabric together unless otherwise stated. <br />
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1) If you want to embelish the front of the dress (Piece A) then do this now, that way all the raw edges of the ribbons and trims will be hidden in the seams.<br />
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Sew the bodice center front piece (A) to the two bodice side-front pieces (B). This is a curved seam so pin according to the instructions above. Repeat for the lining.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj68xGJPfN4rB7MWIDiMRpKZ0sdqX7Xd5B2dVvQmsl8rWiKG15HSwdwz96sTDHJN8MKw02QOl6jtrNqyTzPzfJ12ffn8F-v0OJRYz3eAFO0Dbyv0ACJQg2wVyUf-qZZD-qp5iUj8SMi-3Y/s1600/IMG_7203.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj68xGJPfN4rB7MWIDiMRpKZ0sdqX7Xd5B2dVvQmsl8rWiKG15HSwdwz96sTDHJN8MKw02QOl6jtrNqyTzPzfJ12ffn8F-v0OJRYz3eAFO0Dbyv0ACJQg2wVyUf-qZZD-qp5iUj8SMi-3Y/s320/IMG_7203.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>3) To create the ribbon loops for the back of the bodice (or the side if you choose it), cut two pieces of scrap ribbon that run the length of the outer sides of the lower center back piece (D). Divide the ribbon equally. Cut 8 pieces of the loop ribbon 2 1/2" long and pin each loop ribbon onto the scrap ribbon with the raw edges lining up on one edge of the scrap ribbon and the loops all hanging over the other. Sew along the scrap ribbon thereby sewing the loop ribbons down.<br />
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5) Sew the lower side back pieces (C) to the lower center back piece (D) as you did for the front bodice in step #1. Do not topstitch these seams for the shell, that will come later. Press so loops go towards the center of the bodice piece.<br />
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Sew the lining lower side back pieces (C) to the lining lower center back piece (D) and press seam to the center. Topstitch.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>8) Sew the front shoulder pieces (G) to the upper edge of the back bodice with the pieces angled outwards. Press seams towards the shoulders and topstitch. Repeat for lining.<br />
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10) Fuse the interfacing to the lining piece of the collar and pin the two collar (I) pieces right sides together. Sew around the outer curved edge. Grade the seam and cut notches.<br />
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note: Grading means cutting the lining layer of the seam allowance closer to the seam than the shell layer, this causes the lining to curl under slightly and gives a more professional look.<br />
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Notching the curved seam allowance reduces bulk and creates and nice curve in the finished garment.<br />
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note: You would repeat these steps for the cap sleeves (H) if you were sewing them. I chose to omit them for this version of the dress.<br />
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12) Pin the collar to the bodice shell neckline aligning the center of the collar to the center of the bodice. Make sure that the corner edges of the collar fall at the same location on both front shoulder pieces so that they will be even in the finished garment. Cheat the corners of the collar slight inwards towards the seam allowance to insure that they are caught in the seam and no raw edges will be peaking out. Baste the collar onto the shell.<br />
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13) Turn the bodice right side out and press all along the seam sewed in #12. Pin along the seam and topstitch.<br />
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14) Turn the bodice back inside out and pin the lining and shell shoulder pieces with right sides together. Sew along the armhole edges stopping at the side seams. Grade and notch seams.<br />
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19) Sew along the elastic casing lines on bodice lower center back piece (D). Sew through the shell and lining, thereby creating a casing between the two.<br />
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Baste down the raw edges of the bodice securing the lining to the shell at the bottom of the bodice.<br />
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note: the wider side of the side pieces goes towards the back of the skirt. <br />
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note: Sew one row of basting stitches at 1/8" from the raw edge and one at 1/2". Then when you sew your seam you will enclose the first row of basting stitches and you can pick out the second one.<br />
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note: if you are using a lined skirt you will sew the skirt lining to the bodice lining and the skirt shell to the bodice shell so that the raw edges are all facing each other and are hidden between the shell and lining.<br />
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30) Try it on an enjoy!!!<br />
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These ones are a green khaki twill with burgundy top-stitching. The next ones will be chocolate with yet-to-be-determined top-stitching color...any suggestions?<br />
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<img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-6564389713432413502011-05-06T11:41:00.000-04:002011-05-06T11:41:22.845-04:00Lisette Passport JacketI wanted a cute little jacket to wear with my more dressy shirts (as opposed to the Jalie fleece I've been wearing!). I thought the Passport Jacket had a unique look. I added two more buttons and lengthened the sleeves by 3" to make them full length. The pockets are a great size for my keys! I chose to make a size 12 because I wanted it to be big enough to fit over a long sleeve knit shirt and not just a sleeveless dress as pictured on the pattern. It is a bit on the large side, I probably should have done a 10 but I still love it.<br />
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I found that the instructions were well written but there were a few things lacking. For example, you need to finish the curved raw edges of the pockets before sewing them onto the body of the jacket or you will not be able to serge them all the way around. You need to finish the princess seam edges of the side-front piece and front piece after the welt piece, pocket and pocket facing have been sewing on. <br />
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Other than that everything went well. I did a ton of grading on the front facing and collar so that the floral fabric didn't show on the front. The floral is an Amy Butler print that I love. I wish I had used it for the welt pocket pieces just to add to the jacket.<br />
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All in all I love the jacket. The collar is very unique, slightly Asian but a little different. It is quite warm because it comes up so high.<br />
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<img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-18501733524546030472011-05-06T11:29:00.000-04:002011-05-06T11:29:25.604-04:00Lisette Patterns!I was so excited to find the <a href="http://www.sewlisette.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=SL&Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=AP">Lisette sewing patterns</a>! They are trendy but unique enough not too look like you were shopping at Old Navy:)<br />
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I made my first "wearable" muslin for view C from the Traveller (Simplicity 2246) from a bedsheet from Goodwill. I wear a US size 2-4 and measured at a size 14 for the pattern. I know that Simplicity always adds a ton of ease to their patterns so I measured another rtw shirt that was a similar style and chose to make a size 8. The bust fit perfectly but the waist was a bit tight. I took out some of the seam allowance and a tiny bit of the back darts and the fit was great.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK_C2VBPXAvVc8Ryo8jmz-DtDLPY4klqK9tbrNiZfI813ZCODWkpA7vW-SjM4t7cwxvfp3anv2KHekEC8kmdeGEqmTuk0wu6ZcKlOiSdV4doKWVRVihRho39VpVVZcleGi9CcOEX5kqSQ/s1600/IMG_6920.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK_C2VBPXAvVc8Ryo8jmz-DtDLPY4klqK9tbrNiZfI813ZCODWkpA7vW-SjM4t7cwxvfp3anv2KHekEC8kmdeGEqmTuk0wu6ZcKlOiSdV4doKWVRVihRho39VpVVZcleGi9CcOEX5kqSQ/s320/IMG_6920.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>I also cropped the skirt portion to a shirt length and curved the edges. I really like how it came out:) The instructions were really well written but not over the top. Great pattern!<br />
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For my "good" version I chose to make view A. I decided to make the size 10 in view of the fact that the size 8 was a bit tight. The fit is perfect with no alterations!<br />
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All in all I love this pattern:)<br />
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<img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-27199191492581597452011-03-03T21:59:00.000-05:002011-03-03T21:59:50.061-05:00Farbenmix Pitt Sew-a-long! (Tutorial)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNM35IKRCElhBOrSRtSyMUlYQLlcD0EkEi3Iw8bQ3FO9Ld00yd84OvpH8P_rze17_mJ3I6X2TjOchl40Hy8rWaI4axrASAw_txScgzyhwP1w2FaYYdVCOlteAPf35sTVr1EanRyU6wJQ8/s1600/IMG_6451.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNM35IKRCElhBOrSRtSyMUlYQLlcD0EkEi3Iw8bQ3FO9Ld00yd84OvpH8P_rze17_mJ3I6X2TjOchl40Hy8rWaI4axrASAw_txScgzyhwP1w2FaYYdVCOlteAPf35sTVr1EanRyU6wJQ8/s320/IMG_6451.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
I really really love these pants but sadly the instructions are only in German and the photo tutorial on the Farbenmix site is not too hot - even if you use google translate! I decided to make a sew-a-long so that anyone English out there has a much better chance at succeeding with these pants. I'm going to include all the little tips and tricks I have learned about how to make awesome pants for your little one:)<br />
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There are quite a few steps so stick with me, you'll be glad you did when you get to the end! <br />
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So here goes....<br />
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<i>P</i><i>icking a size:</i><br />
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First of all you need to decide on a size. I like to compare the actually pattern pieces to a pair of RTW pants (or possibly another pattern that you have) just to make sure you get the right sizing. I find the Pitt pattern to be slightly baggy (a look I love!), keep this in mind. You won't need to a zipper fly unless your little one is a little on the fluffy side. This tutorial does not use a zipper fly, I will do that another day.<br />
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You can always adjust the length of the inseam by adding to the pattern.<br />
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<i>Materials:</i><br />
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1 1/2" elastic, 1" less then the exact waist of your child<br />
kid's glue stick (for holding seams down) <br />
Fabric for your pants (possibly more than one type if you want a mixed look)<br />
Fabric for lining the pockets<br />
twill tape, embroidery,...embellishments... (optional)<br />
Sewing machine<br />
coordinating thread<br />
serger (optional)<br />
scissors, needles, ....<br />
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<i>Tracing:</i><br />
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Here are the English translations for the different pattern pieces:<br />
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Some are direct translations, some are what I think they should be called. <br />
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<i>1) pants front, top - cut two of pants fabric</i><br />
<i>2) pants front, center (knee patches) </i><i>- cut two of pants fabric</i><br />
<i>3) pants front, bottom</i><i>- cut two of pants fabric</i><br />
<i>4) pants back, side pieces</i><i>- cut two of pants fabric</i><br />
<i>5) pants back, top</i><i>- cut two of pants fabric</i><br />
<i>6) pants back, bottom</i><i>- cut two of pants fabric</i><br />
<i>7) back of front pocket</i><i>- cut two of pants fabric</i><br />
<i>8) front pocket facing</i><i>- cut two of lining </i><br />
<i>9) back pocket - cut two of pants fabric, two of lining</i><br />
<i>10) side pocket (ruler pocket) - cut one of pants fabric</i><br />
<i>11) belt loop - DO NOT ADD SEAM ALLOWANCE - cut 5 of pants fabric or cut one 20"x 2" strip and cut into five after sewn</i><br />
<i>12) Fly sheild (not necessary for a faux fly) - cut one of pants fabric</i><br />
<i>13) waistband - cut one on the fold of pants fabric (if you are adding a real fly you will have to extend this piece for the overlap at the button)</i><br />
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Next you need to trace off your pattern onto something. I like to use 4 mil or 6 mil plastic painting tarp from Home Depot. You can get it in the paint department. It is thick and durable and you can easily see through it. I used sharpies to trace the lines and large nuts (also from HD) to hold it all down.<br />
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You are also going to want to label each pattern piece and right on it where the top and bottom or center front/center back is on it so you don't get confused. Transfer all markings to the pattern pieces as well. <i>Make sure when you transfer the markings for the knee patches that you make a right and left patch with darts that mirror each other.</i><br />
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<i>Adding a seam allowance:</i><br />
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This pattern does not include a seam allowance. You can add a seam allowance to straight seams with a clear ruler and for curved seams you can mark off 1/2" (or whatever your sa is) every 1" (or so) on the curve and then connect the dots afterwards. You will need to have your dots closer together the more tight the curve.<br />
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I really like using a 1/2" seam allowance, you'll want to add something more that 1/4" because when we do our double top-stitiching you'll want to catch the seam with the second row of stitches and you won't be able to do that if you only have 1/4" to work with.<br />
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I only added 1/4" seam allowance to the top of the pants (both the front and back pieces and the waistband since I don't need all that bulk in the waistband and there is no double top-stitching there. I also added only 1/4" sa to the back pockets because the seam is hidden (they are turned and top-stitched) and I would only have to cut off the sa when triming the raw edges for turning. (If this is confusing just add 1/2" to everything and trim later!) I also added only 1/4" sa to the bottom of the ruler pocket. The hem allowance at the top of the ruler pocket is already included in the pattern.<br />
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Don't add a seam allowance to the belt loop piece. <br />
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<i>Cutting the fabric:</i><br />
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Choose which fabric you will be using for the different pattern pieces and make sure the fabric is pre-washed and ironed. You need at least two of most pieces so fold the fabric in half, right sides together, and arrange the pattern pieces so they take up the least amount of fabric. Hold the pattern pieces down with the nuts from before and then trace around with a fabric marker. Remove the plastic pattern pieces and cut out your fabric pattern pieces. Transfer all markings to each pattern piece. The darts on the knee patches and the faux fly markings will need to go on the wrong side of the fabric and the pocket markings will need to go on the right side of the fabric.<br />
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<i>Add embelishments:</i><br />
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If you are going to add any embroidery or ribbons/twill tape add it now. It is easier to add when nothing is sewn together because there is less bulk to deal with and all the edges of the embelishments will get sewn down nicely when you sew everything together.<br />
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I added embroidery just below the front pockets and on the back pocket. I also added twill tape to the bottom leg. You can do anything and everything! Don't hesitate to mix and match colors, textures and prints. I find the more you do the more awesome it looks!<br />
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<i>Preparing to sew:</i><br />
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You'll want to pick a thread color for top-stitching and a thread color for serging so that you don't have to switch your threads around all the time. I usually pick the serger thread to match the pants fabric and the top-stitching to contrast the pants fabric and match some of the embroidery. If you really want the top-stitching thread to stand out run two threads of the same color through the machine (or use top-stitching thread). I usually match the bobbin thread to the top-stitching thread. If you are not using a serger then you will just be finishing the raw edges with your sewing machine and this will already be threaded with the top-stitching color:)<br />
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<i>Sewing instructions: </i><br />
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1) Place pants front, top (#1) and and front pocket facing (#8) right sides together and sew the top and diagonal seams. Trim down to 1/4" and grade seams. (Grading means cutting the lining fabric 1/8" shorter then the pants fabric all along the seam allowance so that when you turn right side out the lining curves under the pants fabric and you don't see the lining.)<br />
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<i>Note: You want to stop at the corner because you'll want to sew the top horizontal part to the</i><i> back of front pocket</i><i> (#7) in the following steps. You want to finish your top-stitching so that when you sew the horizontal seam the sewing lines meet up and it looks like one continuous seam. Don't forget to back tack to secure your seams.</i><br />
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At the sides of the pants, baste 1/8" from the raw edges to secure the pocket and pants pieces together.<br />
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You will want to add a bar tack (see the faux fly section for info on that) where the two seams meet. This will strengthen the pocket opening for when your little one puts his or her hands in and out. I'm not going to do this because I'm going to use rivets which I will add at the end.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwSXw_vBYzNZPUtoVbrpwNliSqt4FYaBD9OH4cBEhNQ4PhqraLa0mAPqZUe8rusPsa0k8HWvj1EjtPv5DZ0aIFKxMEoVmX4x-DFwNLchprGmJLP9KQLmBX5nG9AXrM48nAnh72L1jIVEs/s1600/IMG_6694.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwSXw_vBYzNZPUtoVbrpwNliSqt4FYaBD9OH4cBEhNQ4PhqraLa0mAPqZUe8rusPsa0k8HWvj1EjtPv5DZ0aIFKxMEoVmX4x-DFwNLchprGmJLP9KQLmBX5nG9AXrM48nAnh72L1jIVEs/s320/IMG_6694.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>5) Now put those pieces aside and pick up the pants front, center (knee patches) (#2). Pin the darts so that the right sides of the fabric are touching. Put your pin through one line of the dart marking and make sure that it goes through to the line on the other side to ensure the darts are lined up properly. When you sew the dart always start at the raw edge and slowly sew towards the point. Sew off the end of the point and leave a long tail of thread. Tie the tails in a knot and cut the threads to 1/4". Do not back tack at the end of the dart or you will get little pointy things on the finished pants and this won't look good! (Trust me!)<br />
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Again, before you sew the darts make sure that you have right and left knee patches with darts that mirror each other.<i><br />
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Top-stitch the darts down, sewing from the raw edges to the point, back tack at the point. Just do one line of top-stitching.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVvWlCtvsQnXQClaNusfKVDfsi3wc6W9TlSh3SQH0WqKNBAzILueWxAOM_8piKreCAxie-HUiqmwJybES_yrqPOFvIldg440K-x_W8ROOHofqfmxprCE0v5BfAyx8lJPNgMt_l4a0rUOw/s1600/IMG_6703.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVvWlCtvsQnXQClaNusfKVDfsi3wc6W9TlSh3SQH0WqKNBAzILueWxAOM_8piKreCAxie-HUiqmwJybES_yrqPOFvIldg440K-x_W8ROOHofqfmxprCE0v5BfAyx8lJPNgMt_l4a0rUOw/s320/IMG_6703.jpg" width="280" /></a></div> 15) Following the pattern markings, place the ruler pocket on one of the pants back, side pieces (#4). Line up the tall end of the pocket with the outside edge of the side pants piece. Double top-stitch the bottom of the pocket and then baste the side edges of the pocket 1/8" from the raw edge of the pants to hold it in place.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo205VfbqEyYfo6zUirYkMlb8ZsQQ8LV6-d5qH882XFCol6pNJ2PR1mJvcHmpj8u-19I1Xf2jj9fUAC4GXNCw6s6JMZ_cUoaE1fTMDvyOnFYQXt21rXfPyzFpm2Rt01dfaDAWMs-dqudA/s1600/IMG_6705.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="251" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo205VfbqEyYfo6zUirYkMlb8ZsQQ8LV6-d5qH882XFCol6pNJ2PR1mJvcHmpj8u-19I1Xf2jj9fUAC4GXNCw6s6JMZ_cUoaE1fTMDvyOnFYQXt21rXfPyzFpm2Rt01dfaDAWMs-dqudA/s320/IMG_6705.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> 16) Iron the seam allowance towards the pants back, top pieces (#5) and double top-stitch.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje-mHH3mnLT8u7_ZL0J5H8lTxDJ9kTk6D83WG24nHr2KvNmuoOmAeaVpqgFYYuokQBjN94xml_srHQF_InCbWb4SCTVS1Xr-YYn7W6HNhuKRsgc4W79X2yl3YrhGTivUDlriccPQfnEZo/s1600/IMG_6709.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="190" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje-mHH3mnLT8u7_ZL0J5H8lTxDJ9kTk6D83WG24nHr2KvNmuoOmAeaVpqgFYYuokQBjN94xml_srHQF_InCbWb4SCTVS1Xr-YYn7W6HNhuKRsgc4W79X2yl3YrhGTivUDlriccPQfnEZo/s320/IMG_6709.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> 19) Turn the pockets right side out and push out the corners with a dull pencil. Press.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHdxWNH9VDBd8Mb3ThHx2EoM9iad0cm58DY4ND0e7Ykq3082i4tR0KsschKRp315Ocr7SjOZ-76MDNrzEwvUh8UELb-l1xbc0iSesetuSty-LDBju11XHwD4-3GdSOU4XwF3jNm4uUiWc/s1600/IMG_6710.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="199" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHdxWNH9VDBd8Mb3ThHx2EoM9iad0cm58DY4ND0e7Ykq3082i4tR0KsschKRp315Ocr7SjOZ-76MDNrzEwvUh8UELb-l1xbc0iSesetuSty-LDBju11XHwD4-3GdSOU4XwF3jNm4uUiWc/s320/IMG_6710.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> 20) Double top-stitch between pattern markings on the sides of the pockets. This will be where the pocket opening will be. This step is similar to the front pockets.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTJzdEDuu27yOS73xT2nE6qEgNRhvhMURGJtCgEryE4J0fisLvI33qgtV62F9gk_5bG90fYBziuOZriZAXXLi6XNbHqKz7WIzpw7N4BeipsJ1NxjdPMTVhUMGgTEV7Hm89VzS7W9aaIVU/s1600/IMG_6711.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTJzdEDuu27yOS73xT2nE6qEgNRhvhMURGJtCgEryE4J0fisLvI33qgtV62F9gk_5bG90fYBziuOZriZAXXLi6XNbHqKz7WIzpw7N4BeipsJ1NxjdPMTVhUMGgTEV7Hm89VzS7W9aaIVU/s320/IMG_6711.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> 21) Place the pockets on the back pants pieces according to the pattern marking. Use your glue stick and iron to hold it down. Top-stitch all the way around, thereby closing the bottom turning hole and matching up your stitching with the stitching from step 20. Sew bar tacks where the stitching from step 21 meets the stitching from step 20 to make the pocket more durable. (Again, I am not doing bar tacks because I will be using rivets).<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicquIZJW0lq31ne3t1CMQHjeKrJMTzNP_s-4hS3DY8rABE20G6TvUvuDIjVFDGJduWyM6c002QXa4fBDuK3FEL6UL7HOjSk1ZOu28qWdWAzoyR3Rny7Djbl89THoMD5aH6U2C43kr5tDY/s1600/IMG_6713.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="179" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicquIZJW0lq31ne3t1CMQHjeKrJMTzNP_s-4hS3DY8rABE20G6TvUvuDIjVFDGJduWyM6c002QXa4fBDuK3FEL6UL7HOjSk1ZOu28qWdWAzoyR3Rny7Djbl89THoMD5aH6U2C43kr5tDY/s320/IMG_6713.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> 22) Now to put the pants together. Pin and sew the front pants to the back pants along the outside seams. Finish the seams.<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb49cdLl9hl3cqkTt22HRDBJgCNldLY9YokG4WO995jbT-BngA5ybvXi2GOaeXpZCAUy-bOFqh_LMI0OQcL3nxeka9MJH3S-IF2epKygmHyC76m184zy6H-Ac8VJMkYKOQlHwig6a8Cdk/s1600/IMG_6714.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="190" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb49cdLl9hl3cqkTt22HRDBJgCNldLY9YokG4WO995jbT-BngA5ybvXi2GOaeXpZCAUy-bOFqh_LMI0OQcL3nxeka9MJH3S-IF2epKygmHyC76m184zy6H-Ac8VJMkYKOQlHwig6a8Cdk/s320/IMG_6714.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> 23) Fold the seam allowance towards the back, press and double top-stitch.<br />
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With your glue stick fold and secure one of the raw edges down all the way around. (Don't skip this, it makes it easier to sew the waistband down in the end).<br />
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Sew the hem from the right side of the pants. Sew on the inside of the cuff as you did with the waistband.<br />
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35) Now for the belt loops. The pattern has you cutting out each belt loop separately - you can do this if you want but it is much faster to cut one long strip, sew it together and then cut it into the proper length pieces. So cut one long strip that is 20" x 2", finish one long raw edge.<br />
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I only had scraps to work with so I had to do a bit of both!<br />
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Cut into 5 equal pieces (4 inches each).<br />
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If you choose to do the belt loops individually you just do the same but for each piece individually.<br />
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You will want to have one belt loop right on the middle back seam, two belt loops 1" to the outside of the bar tack on the front pockets and two belt loops on the back 1 1/2" from the side seams. These are just estimate measurements, I was making the size 98/104 so if you are making a different size you might need something different.<br />
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Congrats! You are done! Enjoy your Farbenmix Pitt pants!!<br />
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<img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-23041962384792190332011-02-12T09:48:00.000-05:002011-02-12T09:48:05.574-05:00How to make your zipper line up! It's magic!It is not hard to make your zipper line up! It looks so professional with seams on both sides of the zipper meet and everything looks perfect. Here is a trick to make that happen. You can repeat this for how ever many seams you have on either side of your zipper, you can even use this technique if you have designs on the sweater front you want to meet up, just pick something on the design and mark it on the zipper tape.<br />
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1) Take the front pieces where you will be installing the zipper and lay them flat on a surface so that the raw edges are facing each other. Line up all the seams that will need to be lined up when the zipper is installed.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>2) Keeping the zipper zipped up, lay it down along the sweater where it will be sewn, <b>right side down</b>. <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(I realize my zipper is right side up but do what I say not what I do!)</span> Line up the bottom of the zipper with the bottom of the sweater according to where you want it to be sewn. Mark on the zipper tape exactly where each seam from the sweater meets the zipper tape, make sure to mark it on both sides of the tape.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>3) Unzip the zipper and sew each side to the respective side of the sweater, right sides together, making sure to meet each marking from step #2 with it's respective seam.<br />
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4) Zip up the zipper and have a look to make sure that the seams line up on either side of the zipper. You can rip out the zipper and fix it if they don't - but if you followed your markings carefully it should be fine.<br />
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5) Topstitch your zipper.<br />
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Enjoy your perfectly lined up zipper!!<br />
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<img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-21501947000696955302011-02-12T09:35:00.000-05:002011-02-12T09:35:28.528-05:00Welt Pocket Tutorial - It is not as hard as you think:)I too was afraid of welt pockets but I thought I would tackle them with this fabulous sweater jacket from Ottobre - #16 Ottobre 3/10 Peggae Zippered Sweat Jacket to be exact.<br />
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Here is a pic of the finished product:<br />
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The instructions in this particular Ottobre are a little sparse and inappropriate because they show pictures for a welt pocket facing down instead of to the side, they also neglect to mention which way to make the pocket face. Meaning that the pocket needs to go towards the zipper so that when you put your hands in they can face each other inside their respective pockets. So hopefully I can shed some light on these poor instructions.<br />
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<u><b>Welt pocket instructions:</b></u><br />
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Make sure to have your iron handy and press when necessary to make things lie flat and nice.<u><b> </b></u><br />
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1) Cut out two rectangles for the interfacing. I actually used scraps of woven fabric, I serged the edge to prevent fraying. I used the welt pieces as a guide for the size of the interfacing since there was no pattern provided for this piece of interfacing. Just make sure it extends beyond the pattern markings for the pocket provided on the body of the sweater. Fuse it on to the wrong side of the sweater front with a glue stick. I also serged around the edge of the inner pocket piece because I couldn't do that after sewing it in and I don't like the look of unfinished edges in a finished garment.<br />
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Now baste the bottom and side of the welt pocket to the sweater so it won't shift as you sew the rest of the garment.<br />
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Congrats you are done!<br />
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I hope this helped you complete a welt pocket:)<br />
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<img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-44017925168355423162010-11-22T21:14:00.002-05:002010-11-22T21:16:37.643-05:00Dyeing Wool On the Stove (AKA How to dye wool when you don't have a front loader!)I promised a long time ago to post a tutorial on how to dye wool over the stove and finally here it is!!<br />
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My<a href="http://appledumplinggear.blogspot.com/2010/06/mystery-of-dyeing-wool-interlock.html"> preferred method </a>for dying wool blend (95% wool, 5% lycra) is in the top-loading washing machine, you get the most even coverage and very rich colors. However, you can't dye 100% wool interlock in the washer because it over-felts and not everyone has a top-loader so here is the tutorial for those who want to dye on the stove top. I happen to be dyeing 100% wool jersey here.<br />
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This would also be a great way to dye a wool sweater or something else already knit up. <br />
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Following these techniques I have been able to achieve very even dye jobs, I have really fine tuned these steps so I would suggest following them fairly closely:) <br />
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First get your materials:<br />
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-Large pot, the larger the better, the more room the wool has to move the more evenly the dye job<br />
-acid dyes (I buy Jacquard acid dyes from <a href="http://www.dharmatrading.com/ad.html">Dharma Trading</a>)<br />
-vinegar (white from the grocery store)<br />
-small spoon for adding the dye<br />
-large spoon for stirring the wool<br />
-1 cup measuring container for the the vinegar<br />
-<a href="http://www.dharmatrading.com/html/eng/2127-AA.shtml">synthrapol</a> or dish soap (to remove any excess lanolin, dirt or oils in the wool)<br />
-Candy thermometer (optional but highly recommended)<br />
-rubber gloves to protect your hands<br />
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1) Fill the sink or another large container with water and some synthrapol to wash the wool. You don't need a ton but it will depend on how much fabric you are dyeing. I dyed 1 1/2 yards of wool jersey and used 1/8 cup synthrapol. Let the wool soak for at least 1/2 hour. This is to insure that all the dirt, oils, and lanolin are removed so the fibers are extra clean to receive the dye the most evenly (don't skip this step!!).<br />
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</a></div>Note: Wool blend needs to soak the longest, you will be able to see "dry" patches even though the material is immersed. Make sure these are gone before you take the fabric out. <br />
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2) Fill your dye pot 3/4 full, the more water the better, the more room for the wool to swirl about during the dyeing and the more even the dye job. <br />
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3) Add the dye to the dye pot. I don't measure the dye (although you certainly could and would get even more accurate results if you did.) I eyeball it and go by how dark the water looks. You want to add enough dye for the shade that you want but not so much that the fibers can't absorb it all and get over-saturated. Practice makes perfect and a little goes a long way - I've found. Generally more dye equals darker color. I have found that 100% wool interlock absorbs the most dye (and therefore needs the least to achieve the color you want). Stir the water so that all the dye dissolves.<br />
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For this dye job I used 1 1/2 yards of wool jersey with ~3/4 tsp of dye. <br />
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You can see how dark the water is where the white spatula is: <br />
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4) After the wool is done soaking you can rinse it if there are many many bubbles but if the water is mostly clear don't worry about the extra detergent. (I would rinse for sure if using dish detergent because there are dyes and fragrances in that that will get in the way of the dyeing.) Gently squeeze out as much water as possible and then put the wool into the dye pot. Stir the fabric for at least 1 minute to distribute the dye. The fabric will not take on too much dye at this point.<br />
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5) Turn on the heat to high and attach your candy thermometer to the side of the pot. You want to raise the temperature to 200 degrees fahrenheit, this is going to take a while with such a huge pot of water. It is important to start the wool at room temperature and raise the temperature gradually so that it doesn't felt. Don't heat the pot up without the wool in it and then add it later, you will be sorry! <br />
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6) Once you have reached 200 degrees (or just before boiling if you don't have a thermometer) it is time to add the vinegar, I added 1 cup of vinegar for this dye job. You want to push the wool away from the location where you will be adding the vinegar or it will leave black spots on the wool. Add the vinegar all at once and then stir for at least 5 minutes. This is when the dye will fix on the fabric, stirring is crucial! You want all sides of the fabric to meet the dye evenly to get an even dye job. You should begin to see the dye water lighten up as the dye goes into the wool and stays there.<br />
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Note: Vinegar is in excess in this situation, this means that as long as there is a small amount of vinegar your dye will fix. At the same time you can't really put too much in (with in reason) so don't worry too much about how much you add as long as you add around 1 cup. <br />
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7) After the water becomes clear stirring is no longer important. Let the pot stay around 200 degrees for 30 minutes and then turn the stove off - don't let it boil: boil = felt.<br />
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You can see here, against the white spatula how the water is almost clear: <br />
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Note: If the water is not totally clear after 30 minutes you probably added too much dye. Don't sweat it. You can wash out most of the extra dye in the synthrapol rinse at the end. If you are really concerned with the dye running you can always re-cook the wool at 200 degree without adding anything after you rinse out the extra dye.<br />
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8) Let the pot and the wool cool down to room temperature by itself. Don't take that wool out and shock it with cold air or you will felt it.<br />
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And here the water is totally clear after heating for 30 minutes and letting it cool. <br />
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9) Once the wool is cool, take it out and wash it in another synthrapol bath. This removes any extra dye. Rinse and then ring out and let dry. Normally I felt wool at least a little bit so washing it in the washer on warm and drying on medium in the dryer at this point works for me. You have to determine if this will work for you (I would not do this with knit longies for example). If not you can always hang the fabric to dry (not in the sun!).<br />
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Here it is in the synthrapol bath: <br />
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10) Sew up some ADG longies with your lovely dyed wool fabric! :)<br />
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1) Print out the pattern in the size you want. You are going to need to print it twice, once for the front and once for the back. You will need to modify both the front and back pattern pieces.<br />
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<u>Firstly I am going to make the rise longer on the back pattern piece of the newborn size. The same procedure applies to making the inseam longer.</u><br />
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When measuring for rise take into account the 1/4" seam allowance at the top and bottom of the rise second of the pants. <br />
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2) You can't just add more length to the top or bottom of the pants (or shorts) because that will change the shape of the pants - if you don't believe me try it and then compare it to when you do it my way:)<br />
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You need to draw a line horizontally across the pattern in a place where the sides of the pants are as close to parallel as possible. You can use the cutting lines as a guide to make sure the line is perfectly horizontal.<br />
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3) After drawing the line, cut along that line.<br />
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4) Tape a piece of scrap paper to the back of the pattern piece extending beyond the line, and draw another line on the scrap paper showing how much rise you want to add. Draw a new line 1/2" above the old line, in this case I drew my new line 1/2" above because I wanted to add 1/2" to the back rise.<br />
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<b>Note!!!!!</b> Please remember that when adding to the rise you are adding it twice: once to the front <i>and</i> once to the back. Therefore by adding a 1/2" to the back I will also add a 1/2" to the front and will add an overall 1" to the rise. (If you don't do this the pattern pieces won't line up.)<br />
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5) Tape the top of the pattern piece along the new line, centering as much as possible with the bottom pattern piece.<br />
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6) You will probably need to "true" the pattern to make the sides line up properly, you can do an approximation for this, just make sure that the front and back pattern pieces are the same so that when you sew them together they line up.<br />
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7) Repeat for the front pattern piece. Place the front on top of the back and make sure they line up where they should. <br />
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<u>Now I will make the inseam shorter. The same applies to making the rise shorter.</u><br />
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Note: When measuring for the inseam take into account the 1" hem allowance at the bottom and the 1/4" seam allowance at the top.<u> </u><br />
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1) Draw a horizontal line across the width of the pattern and cut along this line.<br />
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2) To make the rise shorter you want to remove paper from the pattern. I wanted to reduce my inseam by 3/4" so I drew a line 3/4" above the cut line and cut along this line. By removing this small piece I am shortening the longies by 3/4".<br />
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Note: When modifying the inseam the amount you take off or add on is the amount that inseam will change by, it will not be doubled as it is with the rise.<br />
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3) Tape the two pieces back together centering the bottom and top pieces as best you can. True the edges of the longies.<br />
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4) Repeat for the front pattern piece. Place the front on top of the back and make sure they line up where they should. <br />
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Go ahead and sew your custom longies or shorties!!<br />
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1) Get the materials you need:<br />
-2 yards of quilter's cotton<br />
-1/2 yard fusible fleece interfacing (not necessary if you are using decorator's weight fabric instead).<br />
-1 yd 1" thick ribbon<br />
-coordinating thread<br />
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Note: sew with a 1/4" seam allowance <br />
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2) Cut the fabric:<br />
- Lay the two yards on top of each other so you can cut them both at the same time - make sure the edges line up. Cut a rectangle 33 1/2" x 28" for the inside and outside of the holder. Make sure to cut this in the bottom right part of the fabric, right up against the bottom right edge, with the 33 1/2" part running horizontal.<br />
-Cut another rectangle at the top right of the fabric (above the rectangle you just cut) that is 33 1/2" by 10 1/2" for the front of the pocket<br />
-Cut 1 piece of interfacing 33 1/2" by 10 1/2"<br />
-Cut the ribbon 33" long<br />
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Note: The holder has an extra long flap at the top to fold over so that your needles to not slide out the top:)<br />
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3) Iron the interfacing to the wrong side of one of the front pocket pieces.<br />
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4) Place the two pieces for the front of the pocket right sides together and sew the top (only the top) horizontal seam. Turn and press. Top-stitch.<br />
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5) Make markings for the different slots that will hold all the different sized needles onto the front of the pocket piece. You can take a look at the needles you have and decide what size slots you want. I made one at 2 1/2" for my really large needles and then few around 2" and 1 1/2" and then quite a few at 1". I made my largest slots at the far left and slowly made smaller and smaller slots going towards the right. You can also sew a horizontal seam across the smallest slots if you want to store double pointed needles in this holder as well so that they poke out of the slots properly.<br />
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6) After making the markings lay the pocket piece with the right side up on top of the inner holder piece (leave the outer holder piece to the side), lining up the bottom and side raw raw edges. Pin the pocket piece down and stitch vertically along each of the marking to create the slots. Roll it up as you sew so that it will fit in the machine.<br />
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7) Place the outer holder piece and the inner holder piece right sides together. Stitch all around the edges with a 1/4" seam allowance, leaving a gap for turning. Turn, press and top-stitch, thereby closing the gap.<br />
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8) Measure up 8 3/4" from the bottom of the holder and make a mark. Place the middle of the ribbon on this mark and sew a square with an "X" in it to secure the ribbon. Cut the raw edges of the ribbon on the diagonal so they won't fray.<br />
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9) Organize your needles and put them in their slots! Enjoy your holder:)<br />
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1) Collect your materials:<br />
-Fabric scraps at least 13" x 10"<br />
-Fleece iron on interfacing if you are using quilter's cotton (if you are using decorator's weight fabric no need for interfacing.)<br />
-1 yd ribbon<br />
-washable fabric marker<br />
-coordinating thread<br />
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2) Cut out your pieces as follows:<br />
-Cut two pieces 13" x 8 1/2" for the outside and inside cover<br />
-Cut two pieces 13" x 8 1/2" of interfacing<br />
-Cut four pieces 11" x 5 3/4" for the outer pocket piece <br />
-Cut four pieces 11" x 7 1/2" for the inner edge of the pockets or the "pages"<br />
-Cut two pieces 11" x 7 1/2" of interfacing<br />
-Cut two pieces of ribbon 10" long<br />
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Note: This pattern makes 8 pockets if you wish to make a holder with more you could add another page insert. Add 1" to the width of the cover piece to accommodate the extra page. Make 3 page inserts instead of two.<br />
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3) Iron on the larger piece of interfacing the wrong side of the inner cover piece. Iron the smaller pieces of interfacing to the wrong side of the two of the page pieces.<br />
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4) Finish the raw edge of the top of each outer pocket piece. Fold over by 1/2" and sew close to the raw edge.<br />
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5) Layer the page pieces as follows:<br />
-Lay one page piece face up then lay one outer pocket piece with the wrong side facing the right side of the page piece. Lay the next outer pocket piece with its right side on top of the right side of the previous outer pocket piece. Lay the next page piece with its right side against the wrong side of the last outer pocket piece. Pin and sew all around, making sure to catch all layers. Leave a hole for turning.<br />
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6) Clip corners, turn, press and top-stitch. <br />
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7) Place the cover pieces wrong sides together and stitch all the way around, leaving a 2-3" gap for turning. Clip corners and turn. Press and top-stitch thereby closing gap. Put to the side.<br />
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8) Repeat for the next page.<br />
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Note: You may choose to make more than two page inserts in which case you will repeat these steps for each page insert you make.<br />
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9) Draw a line down the exact middle of each page insert.<br />
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Note: If you are making 3 page inserts instead of 2 then you will need to draw a line 1" to the left of the center line and another line 1" to the right of the center line. You will sew a page insert on to each of these three lines.<br />
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11) Line up one page insert along the left more line on the inner cover, pin and stitch.<br />
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12) Line up the other page insert along the right most line on the inner cover, pin and stitch.<br />
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13) Make a mark 1/2" between the top and bottom of the front cover at the two outer edges. Fold one end of each ribbon over by 3/4" and pin each one to the center of each mark. Sew and square with an "X" to secure the ribbon. Cut a diagonal on the other end of each ribbon.<br />
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14) Put your circular needles in and you are done! Good work!<br />
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Note: If the fabric you are using for the legs also has very little stretch, you may consider sizing up to allow for greater ease of movement an easier time taking the longies on and off. For example: I used a size large for the width but the size medium for the rise and inseam - more on how to do this in a late blog post.<br />
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2) Choose a piece of braided elastic to go inside the waistband. The waist band has a finished height of 2" (after it is folded and sewn) so I used an elastic with a width of 1 3/4". This fits nicely inside the casing. You could use a smaller width but it might shift a bit. You definitely want to choose and non-roll elastic or the elastic will get all scrunched up after a while.<br />
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3) Choose the the length of elastic based on your child's waist. Shiloh has a waist that is 20" around so I cut my elastic to 18 1/2". This is tight enough to keep the pants on but large enough for some growing room.<br />
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4) Butt the ends of the elastic together and sew a wide zig zag up and down the raw edges thereby attaching the ends and making a loop.<br />
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5) Place your waistband right sides together and sew the short edge with a stretch stitch as directed in the pattern.<br />
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6) Fold the waistband in half lengthwise and place the elastic inside the "casing" this creates. Pin the raw edges together.<br />
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7) Zig zag all the way around the raw edges to baste them together.<br />
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8) Sew your waistband into your pants as directed in the instructions.<br />
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9) Enjoy your new pants!! Admire how they stay up:)<br />
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<img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-17176908483799647602010-09-07T21:19:00.007-04:002010-09-08T10:31:16.552-04:00Kids love to store treasures! Free Pocket Pattern<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC5FvGhaDzRaIkhlg1egaiuakfSefqFefZ9ZQvj88IVCv1xt1kc9tbA3weRDgGglzzUufnNhhrzhqoazkGXasE1FrS2tji5az5__MvTQ2kb97GSokNjvcyuFQCKrFF2ycdF7vIhUpiPTc/s1600/IMG_5498.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a>I wanted to be able to share my super cute pocket pattern with everyone. This pattern can be downloaded and printed right at home for free! Sizing for newborn, small, medium, medium/long, and large. Use this pocket pattern with any Apple Dumpling Gear Longies and Shorties style patterns: the Original Longies and Shorties pattern, the Peach Tree pattern, the Playground longies pattern and the Blossom longies pattern.<br />
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Download <a href="http://www.scribd.com/doc/37073362/ADG-Pocket-Pattern">here</a>.<br />
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Instructions:<br />
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1) Download and print your pattern. Make sure to turn off the scaling on your printer before printing. Double check that the 1" square is in fact 1". Make sure to print in portrait.<br />
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2) Cut out the desired size for your pocket.<br />
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3) Fold your fabric right sides together and lay your pattern piece onto the fabric. Trace around the pattern piece with a washable marker. Transfer the fold lines for the pocket facing onto the fabric.<br />
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4) Lay your pocket pieces wrong side up on the table as seen the following picture. Fold along the fold lines to hem the pocket. Pin and sew close the the raw edge. Use a stretch stitch such as a double needle, zig zag or three step zig zag so that the stitching doesn't pop when your little one puts their hands into the pockets and stretches the fabric.<br />
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5) Lay out your pants on the table, right side up with the crotches facing each other. Place your pocket pieces onto the pants as directed on the pattern.<br />
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6) Pin the curved edge of the pocket to the pants. Stitch with a straight stitch, 1/8" from the edge of the pocket, thereby attaching the pocket to the pants.<br />
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7) Sew the pants together following the instructions supplied in the purchased pattern.<br />
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8) Enjoy your adorably cute treasure pants!<br />
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These are instructions to be used in a top-loader washing machine.<br /><br />Dharma Trading Company had a huge number of procion dyes available in any color imaginable so it is really fun to take a white or natural fabric and change it over into some fabulous new color!<br /><br />There are a lot of things you need to work with procion dyes to achieve the best possible dye job however you don't <span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">need</span> them all in order to get the dye on the fabric.<br /><br />Materials:<br /><br />-Procion dyes (buy at <a href="http://www.dharmatrading.com/">Dharma Trading company</a> or your local Art store)<br />-Plant based fabric (cotton, bamboo, linen,...)<br />-soda ash (called washing soda at the grocery store)<br />-urea (<span style="font-style: italic;">optional</span>, buy at Dharma, helps to get more even dye jobs and more intense turquoise colors).<br />-<span style="font-family:Verdana;"><a href="http://www.dharmatrading.com/html/eng/1486-AA.shtml"></a></span>Calsolene oil (<span style="font-style: italic;">optional</span>, buy at Dharma, helps dye dissolve for less uneven results).<br />-Synthrapol (you can use dish detergent but synthrapol has no dyed or fragrances to stick to your fabric in place of your dye)<br />-non-iodized salt (necessary for dark colors - buy from an animal feed store)<br /><br />Steps:<br />1) Wash all fabric in warm water with synthrapol or dish detergent.<br /><br />2) While the fabric is washing mix up your warm urea solution. Mix 1 tablespoon of urea in 1 cup of water. Use warm water and not hot. Hot water and urea make toxic fumes. It is a good idea to measure your urea in a ventilated area or wear a dust mask. The urea will dissolve fairly quickly if you give it a good stir. If you don't have any urea, skip this step.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDDNTN-VEB58_SfuUBdT46DRmtTXcBfzsjzntpMn95zs2bl9KEO1QuBqr6b5btOJZ8DcmwA1UEfL5VqSY0n2PPFXtWLWpRhx1UCoawlMiIBCwalbhK9gafn3QGcOuTdXTsjhTlZV34VL0/s1600/IMG_5384.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 262px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDDNTN-VEB58_SfuUBdT46DRmtTXcBfzsjzntpMn95zs2bl9KEO1QuBqr6b5btOJZ8DcmwA1UEfL5VqSY0n2PPFXtWLWpRhx1UCoawlMiIBCwalbhK9gafn3QGcOuTdXTsjhTlZV34VL0/s320/IMG_5384.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497263018053225906" border="0" /></a><br /><br />3) Mix up your dye solution. I usually use 1 tablespoon of dye per yard of fabric but you may need more or less depending on the weight/density of your fabric and how dark you want it to dey. Some of Dharma's dyes specify that you need to add more depending on the color.<br /><br />Place the dry dye into a container and add 1 tablespoon of Calsolene oil. Fill the cup with just enough hot water to wet the dye and mix into a paste.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1DXIw1VPxTJLSc7ocUp5RwphllNNdfRqsVRKJWLGMGrwZ_Lv9pzJlu2FrN0j9FQB5x25LgzVbiLHf0wnhuFNAnYmTiJRpOPGBBbXiAX2HsNUp3HfzBRrXcczUmoGW1kfqg5TQvX87-58/s1600/IMG_5383.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 281px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1DXIw1VPxTJLSc7ocUp5RwphllNNdfRqsVRKJWLGMGrwZ_Lv9pzJlu2FrN0j9FQB5x25LgzVbiLHf0wnhuFNAnYmTiJRpOPGBBbXiAX2HsNUp3HfzBRrXcczUmoGW1kfqg5TQvX87-58/s320/IMG_5383.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497262944872962482" border="0" /></a><br /><br />4) Add the dissolved urea to the dye and stir until everything looks dissovled.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUAn63c6Quetxw_qk-XSW-IAdCis6CiOoLZDQEd50pwgOW3B6E-hymKsRUI2jOp3qdLblNtQKX_sDsykU-BV4k11djrnAY6KWH4VBUlxWk4Z2uLOHDcGOwRB7K2Sxfkk8QrQl6RNvcRko/s1600/IMG_5386.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUAn63c6Quetxw_qk-XSW-IAdCis6CiOoLZDQEd50pwgOW3B6E-hymKsRUI2jOp3qdLblNtQKX_sDsykU-BV4k11djrnAY6KWH4VBUlxWk4Z2uLOHDcGOwRB7K2Sxfkk8QrQl6RNvcRko/s320/IMG_5386.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497263091862750354" border="0" /></a><br /><br />5) Make the soda ash solution by dissolving your soda ash in water. I usually use 1/3 cup soda ash in 2 cups of water per yard of fabric. Dissolving the soda ash in water is an <span style="font-style: italic;">exothermic reaction</span>, this means heat is created and released, so don't be surprised! You have to stir for a while to get it to completely dissolve.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiArc-OynzjMqvb4r-8uLMiPKh91O0PGOWaT4Gu0QrsqdYekYp1Gmc9oZVTCFzDaEmdGW6nIgPQpYoAjh4FZwhbdYtN-AwZbKIpdv_HLYAFjXU-aYhIguASGG5cYaPgJpFPtEiKHsHQfQs/s1600/IMG_5388.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiArc-OynzjMqvb4r-8uLMiPKh91O0PGOWaT4Gu0QrsqdYekYp1Gmc9oZVTCFzDaEmdGW6nIgPQpYoAjh4FZwhbdYtN-AwZbKIpdv_HLYAFjXU-aYhIguASGG5cYaPgJpFPtEiKHsHQfQs/s320/IMG_5388.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497263154451711394" border="0" /></a><br /><br />6) When your fabric is done washing, take it out wet and store it somewhere clean.<br /><br />Turn your washer to the longest setting on warm and fill the empty washer. Add 3 cups of non-iodized salt per yard of fabric. The salt is necessary to achieve dark colors, you can omit it for lighter shades but you simply cannot get dark colors without it. You can buy small amounts of non-iodized salt at the grocery store but it is far far cheaper at an animal feed store.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtn6RhgO_Rem562U6R4BsplwDDoL5QWHs79VCLlgWbhQViDAAWW9q-8QsaOwTeP0kMW9uTn-YhLXVRBXAMJhuztnFpOMecttCCpTipxnbnKKoUkP1ulXa2SRIKRyo44kSVd9GV6hnmfhc/s1600/IMG_5389.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtn6RhgO_Rem562U6R4BsplwDDoL5QWHs79VCLlgWbhQViDAAWW9q-8QsaOwTeP0kMW9uTn-YhLXVRBXAMJhuztnFpOMecttCCpTipxnbnKKoUkP1ulXa2SRIKRyo44kSVd9GV6hnmfhc/s320/IMG_5389.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497263349595363698" border="0" /></a><br /><br />7) When the washer is full, pour in your dye mixture and let it stir for 1o minutes. Set your oven timer so you don't forget and let the dye drain out of the washer.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkGLwunx83nmudqSu8-UUN174JKe634RSLDNrH3U7U56K9jJpIwTcHF4L55v8UmBYxuHcYFqa6T8EFSvuMKpojdjZssK_MhcNdMJs98h7u7s3-L29MO7XzdkB2VjGNzYr9sP-fwQ2EMaU/s1600/IMG_5390.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkGLwunx83nmudqSu8-UUN174JKe634RSLDNrH3U7U56K9jJpIwTcHF4L55v8UmBYxuHcYFqa6T8EFSvuMKpojdjZssK_MhcNdMJs98h7u7s3-L29MO7XzdkB2VjGNzYr9sP-fwQ2EMaU/s320/IMG_5390.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497263445108562018" border="0" /></a><br /><br />8) When the timer goes off put in your wet fabric and <span style="font-style: italic;">set back the washer</span> so it doesn't empty on you and you loose all your dye. Set the timer for another 10 minutes.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRmIyLg9ftCc1Dm6fTDH27NccslwVF9DQu2MyH5eOik5_a57UjbSCOhCcaEOS5xkoD0Xlqc7t5fmuCYxButhA-hqaKznBdvjSlZiS4u_Fj0MWmnxZAGp0Mwp6SjC2cNEp5lo3VlZI9iZk/s1600/IMG_5391.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRmIyLg9ftCc1Dm6fTDH27NccslwVF9DQu2MyH5eOik5_a57UjbSCOhCcaEOS5xkoD0Xlqc7t5fmuCYxButhA-hqaKznBdvjSlZiS4u_Fj0MWmnxZAGp0Mwp6SjC2cNEp5lo3VlZI9iZk/s320/IMG_5391.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497263509069170290" border="0" /></a><br /><br />9) When the timer goes off again, <span style="font-style: italic;">set back the washer.</span> Push the fabric to one side and add the soda ash a little at a time. Pour the soda ash into the washer as far from the fabric as possible and stir the water a bit before turning on the washer to make sure it doesn't splash up against the fabric, it will leave dark spots if it does. Set the timer for 3 minute increments until all the soda ash solution is added. <span style="font-style: italic;">Set back the washer</span> again if needed. <span style="font-style: italic;">Set back the washer</span> and set the timer for another 10 mintues after all the soda ash is added.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUVqBn2WSarPyCEYEErdm1eHoXOVqnPEugwo7P_JCQh9VinswSfUanWPeg-eZC6nToaPA5g0ZvnW-wi2TYbc2SJCARd8DMJyniW1dctLx3iGz4P7xIsB7-ZWiAt1-HnkvBjo5rjtriO7E/s1600/IMG_5392.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUVqBn2WSarPyCEYEErdm1eHoXOVqnPEugwo7P_JCQh9VinswSfUanWPeg-eZC6nToaPA5g0ZvnW-wi2TYbc2SJCARd8DMJyniW1dctLx3iGz4P7xIsB7-ZWiAt1-HnkvBjo5rjtriO7E/s320/IMG_5392.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497263571382553538" border="0" /></a><br /><br />10) Keep setting back the washer and resetting the timer so that the fabric stirs with the soda ash for at least 30 minutes. Don't forget that timer or you will forget to turn the washer back and all the dye will go down the drain! ack!<br /><br />11) Let the wash continue on its cycle and allow the dye to drain away.<br /><br />12) When the washer has finished it's cycle wash the fabric again in synthrapol and do an extra rinse. If you are dyeing a very dark color consider doing another complete wash to insure all extra dye is washed away.<br /><br />13) Dry in the dryer and enjoy your lovely new fabric!<br /><br />Here I dyed black (well really it came out a dark charcoal), better blue green, and maroon brown on cotton french terry for sweat pants for the boys.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLhruVLUmYT7_YTDREoK9gHrwH4xxS9o5iGPAkw36fRxB0U44t6jCmHuEB5NdZwjyPUaHtZNO4DSuVGoEiQ5iL-abCOV_DtogEhqsmCJ_1ZjsDFE11-K3vCE76LcVft2Lu2Q84Nn0GZYQ/s1600/IMG_5396.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLhruVLUmYT7_YTDREoK9gHrwH4xxS9o5iGPAkw36fRxB0U44t6jCmHuEB5NdZwjyPUaHtZNO4DSuVGoEiQ5iL-abCOV_DtogEhqsmCJ_1ZjsDFE11-K3vCE76LcVft2Lu2Q84Nn0GZYQ/s320/IMG_5396.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497263671287114578" border="0" /></a>And fuschia red and lilac on cotton velour for Shiloh. What rich colors!!! I love it!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAfSUrTq1HuhkzS6NRYMKj4Zg8Mqu-dljsr6Q_9Gby3ZcW1pdXZZV0gSBphGOpx1mKr320Gzin90or_zYbl8g-ZJvLWJh8y3bE__xZ7_XWSyNNzy5DJWXsNo4PQvKLgMF50Lw3-zY4IWE/s1600/IMG_5399.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAfSUrTq1HuhkzS6NRYMKj4Zg8Mqu-dljsr6Q_9Gby3ZcW1pdXZZV0gSBphGOpx1mKr320Gzin90or_zYbl8g-ZJvLWJh8y3bE__xZ7_XWSyNNzy5DJWXsNo4PQvKLgMF50Lw3-zY4IWE/s320/IMG_5399.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497263743568919234" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-11368110954506736152010-07-23T19:49:00.004-04:002010-07-23T20:02:54.411-04:00My first knitting project!One of the things I wanted to do when I changed my business over to patterns was to find the time to take up knitting. I have tried a number of times during my life to start knitting and both Grandmother's spent more than one afternoon trying to teach me but it never stuck. Now I was determined! So I cracked open my Reader's Digest Knitting book and got to it!<br /><br />With a few false starts and some ripping out of stitches I eventually got the hang of it:) I visited my LYS (Local yarn store!) and got some lovely cotton yarn and a super cute pattern for Shiloh. I'm proud to say I have finished the front and back (and even knitted them together!) and just need to complete the sleeves. Sadly the sleeves seem super complicated and I might dumb them down or I'm afraid I won't finish the top before the summer is over:)<br /><br />Here is a pic in progress and a pic of the pattern. I decided not to do stripes given that it was my first knitting project. I'm pretty proud of myself!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAd12vqdkk_sgJVtGASuZmo71HL6Prb7XDccK0EIjHvTdbvVCRzIcT5jtlWUz6bNxf2QTvS7CajkBYoZpYYkspEnyKN5sO28y3_DXDqvbIkqQi2rzo6Bv6eGn3SYiRuhLXAnJjbtc-cAE/s1600/IMG_5404.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAd12vqdkk_sgJVtGASuZmo71HL6Prb7XDccK0EIjHvTdbvVCRzIcT5jtlWUz6bNxf2QTvS7CajkBYoZpYYkspEnyKN5sO28y3_DXDqvbIkqQi2rzo6Bv6eGn3SYiRuhLXAnJjbtc-cAE/s320/IMG_5404.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497256167074605554" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-37794825460555734162010-07-23T19:47:00.003-04:002010-07-23T20:03:27.475-04:00Empty Sewing Room:(Well my sewing room is officially empty! Dh and I packed everything up, pulled down all the thread racks and put away all the shelving:( The room looks so sad and empty! There are so many things I am itching to sew but it will all have to wait. We leave in 7 days and we have a whole house to pack up so we are busy busy busy!!!<br /><img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-51849556470049699432010-07-09T20:09:00.016-04:002010-09-08T09:09:02.067-04:00Dyeing PlaysilksNow that you have your acid dyes for your <a href="http://appledumplinggear.blogspot.com/search/label/Fabric%20Dyeing">wool blend</a> you can use them to dye other animal fibres like silk! (Acid dyes work on all animal fibers and also nylon).<br /><br />Dyeing playsilks is quick and easy. I did 6 in under 45 minutes! The silk is so thin that it takes the dye very quickly. If you plan how you add your dyes, you can do many colors by just using two pots.<br /><br />You can buy white <a href="http://www.dharmatrading.com/html/eng/1741-AA.shtml?lnav=scarves_silk.html">playsilks</a> and <a href="http://www.dharmatrading.com/html/eng/1344-AA.shtml">acid dyes</a> and Dharma Trading company.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbnGhBc6Y2I9_Fo5fF2-p6D5WQ3nxRzR1DFL1F6MI4jSgJwifd-VeJFwxOpbdtRL96hGBURjxekcLty1R8tyYx3txUwKVGADoljfQ6XQ_FkUq6yRsRtiIcaesFuwrZeElDyt07quK1258/s1600/IMG_5193.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbnGhBc6Y2I9_Fo5fF2-p6D5WQ3nxRzR1DFL1F6MI4jSgJwifd-VeJFwxOpbdtRL96hGBURjxekcLty1R8tyYx3txUwKVGADoljfQ6XQ_FkUq6yRsRtiIcaesFuwrZeElDyt07quK1258/s320/IMG_5193.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492068433261852946" border="0" /></a><br />First you need all your materials:<br />-acid dyes<br />-synthrapol detergent<br />-white vinegar<br />-large and small spoons<br />-large not-going-to-be-used-for-cooking pots (ceramic or stainless steel)<br />-playsilks<br />-large garbage bag<br />-rubber gloves<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">It is a good idea to wear rubber gloves throughout, you are working with hot water and some chemicals.</span><br /><br />1)Wash all playsilks in synthrapol detergent. This removes dirt, grime, natural oils,....anything that will get in the way of the dye sticking. You can use dish detergent but this has fragrances and other additives that will stick to the silk and prevent the dye for being as even.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc1mKdLeNKMUEzZgUySUl_B4YGazlYKJa_05gtboVIvMJJ9o54FqB7YBwUUzhPHQw5OegDLe1EckgMxjb_1E6sr2VRIH63IzBUS2XFfPnWh0aKPu0fOZaMCK1uqQdM4ZA4Yp6IJylZy-M/s1600/IMG_5191.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 246px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc1mKdLeNKMUEzZgUySUl_B4YGazlYKJa_05gtboVIvMJJ9o54FqB7YBwUUzhPHQw5OegDLe1EckgMxjb_1E6sr2VRIH63IzBUS2XFfPnWh0aKPu0fOZaMCK1uqQdM4ZA4Yp6IJylZy-M/s320/IMG_5191.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492068290637285026" border="0" /></a><br /><br />2) Rinse out the playsilks.<br /><br />3) Cut your garbage bag open and tape it to the floor.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl5cT0ErT8IAXjOMqpuUP_lzyMLtH6dDZaiLmAflqooozKmT4_O_VDHOuPdOuIBv4meRNfZFpydVLPgFfp62kK-ipyt3q-zR1-X7lhIvDoaRoOotbDmPi1Z98YGY2vwl7JnzPQul4x_As/s1600/IMG_5194.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 210px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl5cT0ErT8IAXjOMqpuUP_lzyMLtH6dDZaiLmAflqooozKmT4_O_VDHOuPdOuIBv4meRNfZFpydVLPgFfp62kK-ipyt3q-zR1-X7lhIvDoaRoOotbDmPi1Z98YGY2vwl7JnzPQul4x_As/s320/IMG_5194.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492068511211638386" border="0" /></a><br /><br />4) Fill pots 1/2 full with hot water (this makes them heat up faster instead of starting from cold water).<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6ISjZSrM9HphGLxo0nYqGqhUZvXdj-HibFUrukVeHjnudNqg3qMBeAKNGUQ-CVzJ2yGFHDblGyxQFbCdD7xS2_oX2FiuqAtN50sbLGRl1dp78YxUt-0z4qj4LLk-dX19Xl2SHPOfQNPg/s1600/IMG_5192.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6ISjZSrM9HphGLxo0nYqGqhUZvXdj-HibFUrukVeHjnudNqg3qMBeAKNGUQ-CVzJ2yGFHDblGyxQFbCdD7xS2_oX2FiuqAtN50sbLGRl1dp78YxUt-0z4qj4LLk-dX19Xl2SHPOfQNPg/s320/IMG_5192.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492068357579348034" border="0" /></a><br />5) Put pots on the stove and turn the elements to high heat.<br /><br />6) Add the dye while the pots are heating up. You really don't need very much at all, 1/2 tsp at the most for up to 6 playsilks.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiskoVx167lXg94pu7G0DGb5k-KgLpUzUmxUNa2u5_xQdJ5MY0ZVrm8XaSmZrhUY0aFy_bD_J7sxjRDpnuXI0VbMS8_y8lF_VoalDHSUeZ_Az0dF0UoDzcVPhc586g82e28zorkEd6Q3E0/s1600/IMG_5195.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 204px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiskoVx167lXg94pu7G0DGb5k-KgLpUzUmxUNa2u5_xQdJ5MY0ZVrm8XaSmZrhUY0aFy_bD_J7sxjRDpnuXI0VbMS8_y8lF_VoalDHSUeZ_Az0dF0UoDzcVPhc586g82e28zorkEd6Q3E0/s320/IMG_5195.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492068588865727906" border="0" /></a><br />Here is where you need to plan:<br /><br />You want to use the lighter colors in the pots first so that you can add darker dyes as you go to get the most colors from just two pots. I started with orange in one and turquoise in the other. I added red to change the orange pot to red. I used red and turquoise on some of the playsilks and then added purple to the red dye to get a wine color. Depending on the darkness of the color you may get mixing or you may get the true color of the second dye added. For example, red covered orange entirely but red and purple combined to make wine. Then I added spruce to the turquoise pot to get a dark teal color. I dipped the silks at different times to take advantage of all the colors.<br /><br />7) Check the temperature with a candy thermometer (purchased at the grocery store). When the pot reaches 120F (just below boiling) you can add 1 cup vinegar per pot. The vinegar fixes the dye (don't forget it!!).<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSZ3DTOU9kCbjaKiFfb2VjqltFkRCq2qi7z_Dzy-oMqkZCH7N9tWxyxZkcunhHLIzAr50Iao7HDxqoZxhWNXmXE4sqwq7yey0UT4hJTRONvfU7LPbzD940B_m6KKBwtVx2YTy7l36jt0M/s1600/IMG_5198.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSZ3DTOU9kCbjaKiFfb2VjqltFkRCq2qi7z_Dzy-oMqkZCH7N9tWxyxZkcunhHLIzAr50Iao7HDxqoZxhWNXmXE4sqwq7yey0UT4hJTRONvfU7LPbzD940B_m6KKBwtVx2YTy7l36jt0M/s320/IMG_5198.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492068717168659218" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE3qMRGwIUgVYwKBhOUJqlFx8Mwb0oXx_85B-UQDmB4bA5RqnbKlDozA0k7XIGibefV3TSzc1cBRTmZZqaJJo4KTMStMLVwgMjtMOAmJOQexG_xNp3xIB49BhLqjuROrnz7UJ_D5oGYSk/s1600/IMG_5196.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE3qMRGwIUgVYwKBhOUJqlFx8Mwb0oXx_85B-UQDmB4bA5RqnbKlDozA0k7XIGibefV3TSzc1cBRTmZZqaJJo4KTMStMLVwgMjtMOAmJOQexG_xNp3xIB49BhLqjuROrnz7UJ_D5oGYSk/s320/IMG_5196.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492068649484820450" border="0" /></a><br />8) It is now time to add the playsilk to the pot.<br /><br />Take the playsilk and stretch it out so that it is completely unfolded. If you would like a diagonal pattern, put two opposite corners together and then put one corner into the dye. You can also put two opposite corners into the dye at the same time, leaving the middle of the playsilk out. Then you can dye the middle of the playsilk with another color. You can experiment with this! If you would like vertical dyeing (as opposed to diagonal) then fold the playsilk in half by aligning the vertical edges and then dye as above.<br /><br />Hold the playsilk for at least 2 minutes in the dye. Longer will give darker shades, shorter will give lighter shades.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRLx_aDYCpJc85ojslKeD-z00dFDHvWb0vqkGbg2c_HxE-VwBckAmK_p737F9kNMItnL90sVWyQ_TeqsE_c0-ZBVGMsvYI7zmuDSGuDjW3JkCKVfHIOo7US1VEEf9u39WVXO9Y8xQSDsY/s1600/IMG_5204.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 264px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRLx_aDYCpJc85ojslKeD-z00dFDHvWb0vqkGbg2c_HxE-VwBckAmK_p737F9kNMItnL90sVWyQ_TeqsE_c0-ZBVGMsvYI7zmuDSGuDjW3JkCKVfHIOo7US1VEEf9u39WVXO9Y8xQSDsY/s320/IMG_5204.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492068849008632066" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha94YDyBuGnifGCrdbhyphenhyphenM_S3FeMPHksTAmgFjcgFCiQQoGxcz3zgu7a05RRTmHpT5VgIknnI4d8DHSUHUawUGeCAct1E_20sel_t9zSwVP2beR1Y2DLnKVn5sQK2wrA3yxYh1Le3RiQ1s/s1600/IMG_5205.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 282px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha94YDyBuGnifGCrdbhyphenhyphenM_S3FeMPHksTAmgFjcgFCiQQoGxcz3zgu7a05RRTmHpT5VgIknnI4d8DHSUHUawUGeCAct1E_20sel_t9zSwVP2beR1Y2DLnKVn5sQK2wrA3yxYh1Le3RiQ1s/s320/IMG_5205.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492068921074245650" border="0" /></a><br />9) Once you have dyed the playsilks how you want with the first colors, lay them on the garbage bag so that no two colors are touching. If they touch they may run into each other.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3jJoclKnRw8YXqVXkkCgNRKDG3tOrJ0hGlWT6cyCOQD0b40RLsg608q85SGXZ0kW2eBo7aRYQHghrZFjbxZdEQEaYAQkYzy_2W6U5poI18VQ1Ds49XGtVjAd5SBzl9v1jqOnh1x_ZTTs/s1600/IMG_5207.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 226px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3jJoclKnRw8YXqVXkkCgNRKDG3tOrJ0hGlWT6cyCOQD0b40RLsg608q85SGXZ0kW2eBo7aRYQHghrZFjbxZdEQEaYAQkYzy_2W6U5poI18VQ1Ds49XGtVjAd5SBzl9v1jqOnh1x_ZTTs/s320/IMG_5207.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492068986415191538" border="0" /></a><br /><br />10) Add another color to each pot and dye some more playsilks. Keep going until you get through all the colors you planned or run out of playsilks!<br /><br />11) Throw them all into the washing machine with synthrapol and wash on warm with an extra rinse at the end. The colors will not run in the presence of synthrapol.<br /><br />12) Dry in the dryer.<br /><br />13) Admire your hard work!<br /><br />I made these six as party favors for Cai's 5th birthday party:)<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSzFM478yZ4NKzP-T7Mtopr6AIQu5C4BRkE50BnqAi0g-ZJMcLACBQ97SeJtOddyQfCO3_sEKcE03bX6Daltwa2NgHHoqVif8-svscDje84yhNvmYdt_iIsJPd94FbcSG8cxhCNIRgB8c/s1600/IMG_5209.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSzFM478yZ4NKzP-T7Mtopr6AIQu5C4BRkE50BnqAi0g-ZJMcLACBQ97SeJtOddyQfCO3_sEKcE03bX6Daltwa2NgHHoqVif8-svscDje84yhNvmYdt_iIsJPd94FbcSG8cxhCNIRgB8c/s320/IMG_5209.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492069049872626002" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-65335960839008052962010-07-09T14:54:00.000-04:002010-07-09T15:06:26.207-04:00Playground Longies Pattern soon to be released!I'm planning another big sale (probably Thursday July 15th) selling, knit solids, stripes, polka dots, and wovens (don't miss it!!). I will also be releasing my Playground Longies/shorties pattern! I love love love this pattern! Such a cute behind for your little one. Great for girls and boys! Here is a sneak peak:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtneC8gPfPgc8Nr0rfjMYKwnwi3-sZlw_5x10buVlFUG_zYV9G7koQlDZtayMNHtTOSO1POcBUfTLE4R1uIpjqlalliYbK_fPiAexCPx5CktWTt3O6DpxCePUvjSD3PS5b2szvkd70aeQ/s1600/IMG_5154.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 253px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtneC8gPfPgc8Nr0rfjMYKwnwi3-sZlw_5x10buVlFUG_zYV9G7koQlDZtayMNHtTOSO1POcBUfTLE4R1uIpjqlalliYbK_fPiAexCPx5CktWTt3O6DpxCePUvjSD3PS5b2szvkd70aeQ/s320/IMG_5154.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491982664588966914" border="0" /></a>This pattern (like the others) are pdfs with computerized pattern sheets, printable at home. Lots of pictures and pages of instructions. Even two pages devoted to how to sew with knits on a regular sewing machine and/or a serger!<br /><br />You can use this pattern to make a diaper cover by sewing it up with wool interlock (100% wool) or wool blend (95% wool, 5% lycra), purchased from <a href="http://www.naturesfabrics.com">Nature's fabrics</a>, or from polyester fleece. You can also sew it up in any knit for comfy clothes for your little one:)<br /><br />Coming soon to my <a href="http://www.appledumplinggear.com">Hyenacart store</a> and my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/AppleDumplingGear">Etsy store</a>.<br /><br /><img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-38602098799280000612010-07-09T14:52:00.000-04:002010-07-09T15:07:26.085-04:00Giagantic Sale!A week and a half ago I had a huge huge huge sale selling most of my knit prints and a ton of wool dyed yardage! I thought it would be better to sell the things I wasn't using instead of bringing them to Toronto! LOL!<br /><br />I'm planning another big sale sometime next week with solid knits, stripes, polka dots, and wovens too!<br /><br />Here are all the packages before heading off to the post office! EEK!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj27PTOvCSW6y1IaSnhuKnrWWn_VBHxrVskNCG65cYbMxawHC5eanBwsp4bIEmhi-pf5Aur6BAEvftqAyqJ901WOAXYwA5L8h8SR2hiXh3-2P8-s8VAbNv5KEcD7Sb3S3Cd8uur2310qyg/s1600/IMG_5186.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 256px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj27PTOvCSW6y1IaSnhuKnrWWn_VBHxrVskNCG65cYbMxawHC5eanBwsp4bIEmhi-pf5Aur6BAEvftqAyqJ901WOAXYwA5L8h8SR2hiXh3-2P8-s8VAbNv5KEcD7Sb3S3Cd8uur2310qyg/s320/IMG_5186.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491981818606390034" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-19369362746368187562010-06-26T14:34:00.002-04:002012-01-17T14:38:29.603-05:00The mystery of Dyeing Wool Interlock Revealed!I wanted to share my methods for dying wool interlock (you can also dye wool jersey this way). It is actually super duper easy in a top loader washing machine. (I plan to due a tutorial for stove-top dyeing at a later date.) <span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">If you want to dye 100% wool interlock you need to do it over the stove because it will felt too much in the washer.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">**Note: If you have a new HE top loader dyeing will not work because the washer doesn't fill with water the same way old top loaders do.** </span></span><br />
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First off get your materials:<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz1DWj7wshEIwS3U-jj0G2Q44pIfv6ZoHvuA-smfLt3cExmDXIRGGNEkiTONFOZrBS159UhP5kSQsCKIyPqz9eiFUf55tyulZWYwc9_0IxqL3D4jzvOoq7flUrFoFGNHwzOnw8l2vwSlo/s1600/IMG_4347.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5487154716666330482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjz1DWj7wshEIwS3U-jj0G2Q44pIfv6ZoHvuA-smfLt3cExmDXIRGGNEkiTONFOZrBS159UhP5kSQsCKIyPqz9eiFUf55tyulZWYwc9_0IxqL3D4jzvOoq7flUrFoFGNHwzOnw8l2vwSlo/s320/IMG_4347.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 240px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 320px;" /></a><br />
-wool interlock (buy from <a href="http://www.naturesfabrics.com/wool-fabrics/wool-blend.html">Nature's Fabrics</a>)<br />
-Detergent (Synthrapol or Dish detergent) <span style="font-size: 78%;">(Synthrapol is better because it does not have dyes and fragrances that can stick in your fabric and prevent the dye from binding but dish detergent will do in a pinch)</span><br />
-Acid dyes (buy from <a href="http://www.dharmatrading.com/">Dharma Trading Company</a>)<br />
-White Vinegar (from you grocery store)<br />
-Tiny spoon for the dye<br />
-Large spoon to manipulate the fabric in the washing machine<br />
-1/2 cup measuring cup for the vinegar/detergent<br />
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1)Turn up your hot water heater to the hottest and tell your family so no one burns themselves!<br />
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2)Put the unwashed, unfelted wool blend interlock into the washing machine and add 1/2 cup/yd detergent if you are using synthrapol. A few squirts if you are using dish detergent. Wash on the shortest cycle in warm water.<br />
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3) Take out the wet wool and put it aside.<br />
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4) The hot water heater will have heated up by now. Turn the washer to the hottest, largest, longest setting and allow the washer to fill up with water. (Make sure the washer is empty!)<br />
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5)Listen for when the washer is done filling. Open it up and put in the dye. You need about 1 tsp per yard of wool blend. You can add less to get a lighter color.<br />
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You are limited by the temperature of the water as to how dark you can dye. If you need a really dark color you need to dye on the stove top where you can get hotter temperatures. You can experiment with how much dye to use to get your desired colors.<br />
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6)Close the lid to the washer and let it agitate for at least 2 minutes to dissolve the dye.<br />
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7)Put the wet fabric in the washer and close the lid to let the dye agitate with the fabric for at least 2 min.<br />
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8)Open the lid and use the big spoon to move the fabric all to one side. (This is important or you will get splotches from the vinegar splashing on the wool.)<br />
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9)Add 1/2 Cup of vinegar for each yard of wool blend. Pour it as far away from the wool as possible.<br />
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10) Close the lid and let the washer finish it's cycle.<br />
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11) When the dye cycle is finished start a new cycle on warm with the same amount of detergent as you added in step #2. Use an additional rinse cycle after the wash is done. This is to wash out any extra dye. (I was dyeing more than one color and am now washing all the colors together, the dye will not run with the detergent there.)<br />
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12) Dry on hot in the dryer.<br />
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13) Admire your rich dye job! Time to sew!<br />
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<img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5795430010748760518.post-73496377035506703962010-03-18T17:43:00.000-04:002010-07-09T15:08:00.489-04:00Getting Started!I've finally got my blog going! Thanks to Erin from <a href="http://www.edub.etsy.com">Edub</a> on Etsy for designing it. She is so lovely to work with:) I want my first post to be an intro to the patterns I'm designing. One has already been tested and the next three will be available for testing very soon. These will be sold as pdf on my <a href="http://www.appledumplinggear.etsy.com">Etsy store</a>. Here is a little sneak peak:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglc5sUF9dm3mW-JnK8Jo0_ZVTX-8GyvIwbykpBgSUhqPXEXb67AjD3OgDMiPwXLg4Vl86P2Z9OFXR3D2_aaD5zCugltLX6BMQo7nYohL6xNkaQwjVvPUbkidjtLUC1Tedr77iX1sfyYTk/s1600-h/IMG_4001.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglc5sUF9dm3mW-JnK8Jo0_ZVTX-8GyvIwbykpBgSUhqPXEXb67AjD3OgDMiPwXLg4Vl86P2Z9OFXR3D2_aaD5zCugltLX6BMQo7nYohL6xNkaQwjVvPUbkidjtLUC1Tedr77iX1sfyYTk/s320/IMG_4001.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450093477304722978" border="0" /></a><br />I will post more preview pics in the coming days!<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp39/erinmswilliams/Apple%20Dumpling%20Gear/signature2.png" />Green Mommahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14010284695713177110noreply@blogger.com1