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MANSWAP #11 – the suprising construction techniques of the Vogue 8988
25 Feb 2017

MANSWAP #11 – the suprising construction techniques of the Vogue 8988

by fabrickated | posted in: SWAP, Tips and Techniques, WIP (work in progress) | 14

When I was taught the rudiments of traditional tailoring at college we were told that this was quite different from “soft tailoring”. I am not sure this word is still used much to describe the difference between proper tailoring and … Continued

Gus, menswear, navy, pockets, soft tailoring, suit, Swap, wool
2017 Resolutions and Plans
16 Jan 2017

2017 Resolutions and Plans

by fabrickated | posted in: knitting, Organisation, SWAP | 21

I got a bit bored of people saying 2016 was an exceptionally bad year. A few rock stars died and the people voted for some unpalatable choices. But come on – compared to years gone past we didn’t have so … Continued

2017, knitting, planning, sewing, Swap
Developing the Capsule wardrobe – Hila’s cool bright colour palette
21 Nov 2016

Developing the Capsule wardrobe – Hila’s cool bright colour palette

by fabrickated | posted in: Colour Analysis, Designing, Inspiration, SWAP | 25

Last week I discussed the Capsule Wardrobe with super blogger and maker Hila. In the course of describing how to create a SWAP plan I suggested some colour schemes that might work for Hila, and slightly to my surprise (as … Continued

capsule wardrobe, emerald, Hila, orange, pink, raincoat, spring, Swap, white
Men’s style analysis – Gus
12 Oct 2016

Men’s style analysis – Gus

by fabrickated | posted in: Style advice, SWAP | 8

I promised to create a SWAP wardrobe for my son Gus. I have precious little experience of designing or making clothes for men. I love looking at menswear. And men! But I haven’t branched out into making clothes for the … Continued

angular body, body line, men's style, menswear, style advice, Swap
Designing for Men – @Gus0ne
5 Oct 2016

Designing for Men – @Gus0ne

by fabrickated | posted in: Colour Analysis, Designing, History of fashion, Inspiration, knitting, Organisation, Style advice, SWAP | 14

I recently wrote about the dilemma of being keen on dressmaking even when you already have too many clothes. My son Gus, who reads my blog religiously, took pity on me. He suggested that as he has too few clothes … Continued

Colour analysis, designing, Gus, knitting, menswear, Swap, sweaters, unselfish sewing, wool
Choosing a knitting pattern
2 Sep 2016

Choosing a knitting pattern

by fabrickated | posted in: Designing, History of fashion, Inspiration, knitting | 19

Firstly thank you everyone who provided me with excellent advice in response to my million beginner questions last weekend. I am ready to plan my second knitting project and it has been hard to know where to start. But thanks … Continued

cashmere, Childrenswear, cotton, designing, knitting, square neck, Swap, Vogue
The 30 piece wardrobe – is it feasible?
22 May 2015

The 30 piece wardrobe – is it feasible?

by fabrickated | posted in: Organisation | 14

I wondered if it were possible to create a wardrobe with just 30 items, especially in a wet and chilly environment. I have chosen a sub-set of my existing wardrobe to meet the criteria – just 30 items including shoes … Continued

capsule wardrobe, mix and match, Swap
Thinking about pictures for SWAP
30 Apr 2015

Thinking about pictures for SWAP

by fabrickated | posted in: Finished projects, SWAP | 5

I have made a plan for the photographs to show off my collection. I have now seen the rules which are: You’ll probably need at least nine photographs, and you’re allowed to upload a total of 15 per SWAP.  Composite … Continued

capsule wardrobe, combining outfits, mix and match, photography, Swap, wardrobe planning
Reversible designs
8 Jan 2015

Reversible designs

by fabrickated | posted in: Designing | 3

In my wardrobe I have two reversible items. One is my Dutch skirt. I do want to copy this garment eventually but I am in search of a very long, chunky, open-ended zip. I have one that is 30″ long, … Continued

dress, holiday wardrobe, mixing pattern, Reversible, shorts, skirt, Swap, wrap around
1950s jacket finished – just in time for Christmas
24 Dec 2014

1950s jacket finished – just in time for Christmas

by fabrickated | posted in: Finished projects, SWAP, WIP (work in progress) | 18

Christmas Eve already! I can’t believe how quickly December has whizzed by. We are up early and on our way to Lancashire this morning. So what could be more appropriate than a Red jacket? The Red Rose of Lancaster dates … Continued

hunt, jacket, Lancashire, polyester, red, red rose, Swap, tailored jacket

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