Sew Beautiful Magazine July August 2005 Issue 101

Sew Beautiful Magazine July/August 2001 Issue 101

In very good condition and has been carefully stored.
Pullout patterns are intact.

Inspirational

Sensational Smocking – Frances Messina Jones, a new smocking plate designer, shares one of her creative smocking designs. You can make the garment exactly as shown or use her plate to create your own unique look.

Designer Details – Distinctive Designs reveals how fine design details can make all the difference in children’s clothing.

Heirloom Gallery – A showcase of talent from Sew Beautiful readers, featuring their heirloom creations and the inspiration they bring to others.

Free Pattern

Breezy Summer Apron and Bloomers: A Favorite Childhood Classic – Designed by Sue Pennington Stewart. This pattern offers a charming summer apron and bloomers set that captures the appeal of old-fashioned playwear. The sample is shown in new prints with matching machine embroidery. The pullout pattern is sized for babies and toddlers (12 months to 2 years).

Designs and Patterns

Palmetto Trees and Crescent Moon – Frances Messina Jones presents a tropical smocking plate that will make you smile, even if you never leave home.

Sail Away – A smocked sailboat scene plate designed for summer dresses and nautical charm.

Fantasy Fish – Frances Messina Jones shares a fun and colorful smocking design that can be finished in an afternoon, perfect for both boys and girls.

Princess of the Sea – Kari Mecca captures a little girl’s imagination with her enchanting mermaid smocking design. The embroidered mermaid is three-dimensional for extra magic.

Construction

Nautical Mates and Ten Ways to Improve Your Appliqué – By Debbie Glenn. A delightful appliqué and construction project featuring matching sundresses and pinafores. Debbie also shares ten helpful tips for improving your appliqué techniques.

Placemat Purses – Create a fabulous bag from purchased placemats, handles, and a little creativity. This is a great beginner-to-intermediate sewing project with a big payoff.

Sewing for the Old-Fashioned Baby: Madeira Hem Baby Dress – By Jeannie Downs Baumeister. Learn the traditional Madeira hem and embroidery techniques to embellish a sweet baby dress with classic charm.

A Summer Twist on Swiss – By Sue Pennington Stewart. Combine Swiss laces to make a breezy summer top and skirt ensemble, perfect for warm days. The included pattern offers sizes XS–XL.

Designer Suit Series: Lace Tape Shapes – Designed by Kathy Barnard and created by Brenda Jones. A stylish separates pattern for women that combines lace tape and light blue linen. Features a V-neck, short sleeves, and a hem slit for an elegant finish.

Technique

A Vintage Swimsuit for Baby Ellis – By Amelia Johansen. A charming vintage-inspired baby swimsuit pattern with step-by-step guidance. Made from Lycra knits for comfort and full coverage, this project makes a wonderful handmade gift.

Beginning Heirloom Sewing by Machine: Baby Quilt – By Sue Pennington Stewart. Continue building your heirloom quilting skills with this installment of the Baby Quilt series, featuring instructions for Blocks 6 and 7.

Informative

Sew What’s Happening – Stay up to date with the latest sewing trends, techniques, and happenings from the world of Sew Beautiful.

Every Issue Includes

Dear Friends – A note from the editors.
Sue Says: Mitering Bound Corners – Helpful tips and guidance from Sue Pennington Stewart.
Kit Information – Details on kits available for selected featured projects.
Shopping Guide – A curated list of suppliers and resources for your sewing needs.

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