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Can a computer advise you on style?
29 May 2015

Can a computer advise you on style?

by fabrickated | posted in: Style advice | 9

I can advise you on style. Like many style advisors I have been trained in how to analyse the shapes and styles that best suit individual men and women. But my time is relatively expensive and not everyone wants a … Continued

colour, flattering shapes, M&S, pear-shaped, style advice
Making a 1950s jacket – fitting issues
16 Dec 2014

Making a 1950s jacket – fitting issues

by fabrickated | posted in: WIP (work in progress) | 5

My pattern (Simplicity 100) is quite a small size (32″ bust, 34″ hips). While I anticipated the fit at the shoulder and neckline would be fine, ease, styling and other factors often mean a pattern will make up bigger than … Continued

1950s, fitting, jacket, pear-shaped, red, Simplicity 100, toile, wool
Developing the Curvy Pencil skirt!
21 Jun 2014

Developing the Curvy Pencil skirt!

by fabrickated | posted in: WIP (work in progress) | 5

As someone who wants to wear a pencil skirt but has struggled to buy one that fits and flatters my curves, I have been working on a new pattern. But first let’s consider the problem. Most manufactured skirts assume a … Continued

fitting, gaping waist, pattern cutting, pear-shaped, pencil skirt, toiles, waist-hip measurements
Can a pear wear a pencil?
19 Jun 2014

Can a pear wear a pencil?

by fabrickated | posted in: Finished projects, WIP (work in progress) | 4

People are contrary. I have dead straight hair but always wanted curls. I look good in a fit and flare dress, but constantly try on pencil skirts in the hope I will find one that suits me. It’s got to … Continued

Butterick 5032, hour glass, patten drafting, pear-shaped, pencil skirt
DVF classic wrap dress
15 May 2014

DVF classic wrap dress

by fabrickated | posted in: SWAP 2014, Uncategorized | 4

Diane Von Furstenberg is one of my favourite designers. I just love her jersey wrap dress from 1974 – the original Vogue 1679 American Designer Original is usually available on eBay for up to about £30. However there is a very … Continued

1970s, overlocker, pear-shaped, silk jersey, Simply Fabrics, Vogue 1679, Vogue 8379, wrap dress

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