Tag: Mrs. Stylebook
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Japanese Sewing Patterns Just Fit Better on Me
When I make clothes using Japanese sewing patterns, I am always amazed. The shoulders don’t sag. The waist hits where it should. The length is usually just right. I don’t have to make a ton of pattern adjustments. The fit is just as good as if I drafted the pattern myself using my personal measurements!…
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A Coat-Cape is the New Piece I Didn’t Know I Needed
Is it a coat? Is it a cape? Well, it’s actually a fabulous hybrid — a coat-cape made of felted wool fabric. With its swingy silhouette, stand collar, and lantern sleeves, it is comfortable and easy to wear, yet so stylish. I love capes with their simple style, but sometimes they can be a bit…