Tag Archives: leather

simplicity 2099: final design details and taking paris by storm

Posted on November 7, 2011 by

since this is a simplicity pattern, obviously the details are relatively basic.  the front bodice has gathers at the neckline instead of darts.  the back bodice has a fold-over facing.  the skirt is a simple tea-length flare, while the waist … Continue reading →

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simplicity 2099: working with leather

Posted on November 5, 2011 by

i knew that, to really play with this pattern and bring some sense of modernity to it, i wanted to use leather as the trim on those waist bands, back bustle and bow.  actually, i was on the fence about … Continue reading →

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