Cropped French Jacket with Matching Sheath Dress
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by maryfunt
1M ago
The creation of this ensemble required much more problem solving than might appear. The fabric is a lovely designer boucle from Mendel Goldberg Fabrics and the contrast color stripes, both vertical and horizontal, presented a challenge in matching. I constructed the sheath dress first. The darker navy stripe looked too dominate when placed on the center front. A better placement was to have the more muted blue stripe at center front. Placing the same at center back resulted in two dark navy lines next to each other along the side seam which didn’t look so wonderful. The solution was to move th ..read more
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The Boucle Bomber
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by maryfunt
6M ago
Here’s an idea for using short lengths of boucle fabric. Often I’ll have a short length of boucle fabric left over (about 5/8 to 3/4 yard) from a project. It’s too nice to discard yet not enough for another garment. Why not combine the boucle and a complimentary fabric to create this casual jacket. Here I’ve used a length of black/metallic gold boucle for the jacket body and paired it with a scrap of black cashmere. Hundreds of tiny heat set crystals were scattered on the sleeves (prior to construction) and fused in place. Chunky ribbing finishes the bottom band, collar and cuffs. For a littl ..read more
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Create Custom Trim Class
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by maryfunt
7M ago
On Saturday September 9 and Sunday September 10, I’ll be presenting a workshop to the Haute Couture Club of Chicago demonstrating how to create custom trims. There are several spaces still available. Register through the Couture Club’s website here: https://hautecoutureclubchicago.com/crochet-jacket-trim.html I can’t ship kits containing fabric samples and yarn to arrive in time but you don’t need the exact yarns I’ll be using for the demonstrations. The purpose of the workshop is to teach you various methods of making custom trims. You can then select yarns and fibers to coordinate with your ..read more
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Testing the Limits of Ironwork
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by maryfunt
7M ago
Manipulating and shaping fabric using heat and moisture is frequently used in tailoring. Rather than using seams to create shape the fabric is molded to shape with an iron, referred to as “ironwork” in the tailoring world. I’ve experimented with this technique for quite a few years. Here’s a link to my first post describing the process. I incorporate this in my French jacket classes to eliminate the pattern mismatch along the princess seam lines. Vogue 7975 is frequently used as a starting point when constructing a French jacket. It has minimal ease and princess seams which extend from shoulde ..read more
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The Tel Aviv Dress
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by maryfunt
8M ago
This dress was christened the “Tel Aviv Dress” owing to the fabric’s design reminiscent of the distinctive architecture of the “White City” or Tel Aviv. The fabric is from Mendel Goldberg Fabrics, NYC and is a silk cloque. The name cloque is derived from the French term for blistered, meaning the fabric has an irregularly raised, “blistered” surface. It is a border print so the biggest challenge was deciding how to place the pattern pieces for the best effect. The best way to visualize this was to spread the fabric on a large surface and experiment (using yardstitcks) with various positioning ..read more
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The Not So Basic Black Jacket
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by maryfunt
10M ago
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Threads Challenge at ASDP
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by maryfunt
11M ago
This past October, Threads Magazine invited members of ASDP (Association of Sewing and Design Professionals) to create an outfit based on historical patterns. For my entry, I chose to create a feminine version of a WWII bomber pilot jacket. The jacket was worn over a blouse of soft silk georgette and incorporated design elements found in 1930’s and 40’s clothing. Coordinating slacks of wool lined with silk crepe de chine completed the ensemble. My entry was awarded “Finest Construction”!!! Due to space constraints of the magazine, some of the construction details couldn’t be included. Knowing ..read more
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Class Updates
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by maryfunt
11M ago
The Couture Trim class will be held Tuesday, May 2 from 5-7 PM (Eastern time USA). If you registered, you should have received a link via email to the class. If you didn’t receive it, please send me an email: MF953@aol.com ASAP. Most of the time, cyberspace cooperates but things do get misplaced, so check that you have the information to join the class. When registering for an on-line class please include your email. I’ve had a couple of incorrect/missing email addresses. Unfortunately, I can’t send you a Zoom link without your email. I’ve secured a larger workroom in Bristol, so there are a c ..read more
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New Class Schedule is Live
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by maryfunt
1y ago
Registration is open for my upcoming in-person classes. I’ll be hosting a sewing retreat in Bristol, RI October 2-8, 2023. Immerse yourself for 7 days of couture level sewing in the charming town of Bristol. Class fee includes 7 days of instruction plus accommodations at an Air B&B, snacks plus a group dinner at one of the lovely historical restaurants. The November class in Palm Beach Gardens, FL is geared towards creating a custom French Jacket. You’ll construct a muslin test jacket prior to class (instructions provided). After perfecting the fit, you will be guided through the steps to ..read more
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Zoom Trim Classes
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by maryfunt
1y ago
Interested in learning how to create custom trims to perfectly match your fabric? I’m offering several classes via Zoom in which we’ll explore various ways of creating trim. I developed these techniques after becoming frustrated with trims available in shops. Much of what I found was too thick, stiff and not the right colors to look like couture quality. The classes offered on March 22 and April 11 will demo basic crochet stitches and we will create at least 6 different trims using a variety of techniques. Although I will go through all the stitches needed, you will enjoy the class more if yo ..read more
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