Welcome! As the daughter of a gifted sewist and crafter, I spent my childhood in a home brimming with paintbrushes and sewing notions. Thank you so much for making Sewing With Trudy a part of your day. Enjoy your visit.
Tablecloth to Skirt
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Hello Refashion Co-op. I wanted to make a circle skirt from this round
tablecloth. It was so easy and fast.
Before and after.
I cut a circle in the cen...
Reverse Applique Sweatshirt || Benson Boone
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I love some reverse applique. It’s a great way to add dimension and texture
to a design. I have shared this technique a few times in the past so I
don’t ...
Notes on a Pattern - Simplicity S9894 Part II
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Hello Sewing Friends,
This is part 2 of fitting the corset of Simplicity S9894.
I've made the second muslin. It looks better. With this muslin, I did...
another little scrappy cardigan
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Hello! I’m back wth my March knitting project; this one is of course a
cardigan for my oldest grandson Arthur… … Continue Reading →
The post another lit...
R155- Sagebrush 1930s Blouse Pattern
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Introducing the newest pattern! This blouse from the early 30s was based on
a period oriignal in size 32″ bust, and has been adapted to include sizes
30″-4...
A Classic Gored Wool Skirt
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While it may not be the most interesting item in the world to make, a black
wool skirt is certainly a useful one.
I have been meaning to try Vogue 1961 f...
Had to Refurbish This One!
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*About 6 or 7 years ago , during the dawn of the Zipper Trend, I bought
one of my rare retail items. It was a blush pink and black border print
geo...
How to Sew Welt Pockets
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[image: How to sew welt pockets]
Welt pockets look neat, chic and impressive - as well as being functional,
of course! They have a reputation for being a b...
Darling Chickens
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This post started because I wanted to share this adorable Mini Darling
Ranges dress with you, but I think actually it’s about how much Birdie
loves chick...
Weekend with the grands
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Leon was home for the weekend and we celebrated his birthday!! I can't
believe he's 12 already! AND he has a girlfriend now... As of
Tuesday. They gro...
Just in time for warm weather - Cashmerette Stanton
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The Sewjo has been Slowjo since my last post. And that means I probably
won't have much chance to wear this before next winter, except for taking
Cyrus out...
A Sweater to a Mock Neck Vest Refashion
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I have wanted to find a mock neck vest with a bit of personality for a
while. Whenever I went out, I kept my eyes peeled, but no luck. One day, I
came acr...
10 Reasons I’d Rather Sew My Own Clothing
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After 22 years of sewing much of my own clothing, you could say I’m biased
towards custom made garments. There’s a lot of debate on …
The post 10 Reason...
Coverstitch Sewing Machine Reviews for 2024
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Do you love sewing knits and are curious about coverstitch machines? Find
the best coverstitch machine for 2024. If you love sewing knit fabric, you
mig...
The Truth About 2023
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I am sitting and watching “New Year’s Live” from Nashville on television,
and someone I do not recognize just did a quick thirty second interview
with s...
Cu Metallic Jacket
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Sewing friends, that have gone fabric shopping with me know that I am
attracted to unusual, unique fabrics. When I say, “Look at this great
fabric”...
Workout Wear!
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Health and fitness are number one on my list of priorities. Because without
good health, nothing else matters. In an effort to keep motivating myself
to ...
This and That for March
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February was a very interesting month of weather for us. We broke all
kinds of cold temperatures and low snow levels. I am hoping March is a bit
kinde...
What it's Really Like to be a Broke Single Mom
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Writing this post is a bold move, but I want this reality to be put out
there. There are a lot of people living it, and I want them to know that
they...
Grandma Pat and Trixie
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Here is my latest shoot for Advanced Pets featuring the always gorgeous
Grandma Pat and Trixie. By the way I just started selling prints and totes
on Soc...
Seamwork Taylor Dress
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Seamwork just dropped 2 new patterns yesterday and as an ambassador, I get
early access. I chose to make the Taylor dress this month.
I am 5'3" with fu...
Selain Oploverz dan Anoboy, Cara Nonton Anime
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oploverz one piece Tidak ada 'matinya', anime atau animasi jepang masih
terus memerankan salah satu tontonan nun digandrungi di Indonesia. Nonton
anime kin...
While shopping in Nordstrom's...look what I saw
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It's been a while since I've been to a mall. Today while returning shoes
purchased on line, I saw this set up. They actually have an alterations
statio...
Sticker Art!
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I’ve got quite the selection of stickers in my shop - all but two are
holographic . Which one is your favorite?
If you want to find that favorite in your ...
A 1920s Christmas
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Merry Christmas Eve!! I'm delighted showcase my new 1920s dress.
This is actually my FIRST 1920s make (even though I sewed up another dress
at the same t...
Silver Denim Jacket - Simplicity 8845
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Hi friends, I interrupt my tailoring posts to bring you my silver jacket,
which is actually sort of a tailoring post in disguise, because hand sewn
but...
Last Post & New Adventure – Esther Andrews Bridal
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Hello old friends,
It feels strange writing this post after starting this blog over 11 years
ago when I was only 14-years-old. I remember starting this ...
I'm still sewing!!
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I'm still here! I'm just on IG now! Follow me there! @two_on_two_off . This
is my newest pattern and it's a JUMPSUIT!!
View this post on Instagram
My f...
Challenge For This Weeks Food for the Family
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It’s been a while I know.
Life happens, keeps us busy, and you even forget you have a blog let alone
write in it.
So here it is...a CHALLENGE.
I would lo...
Paying Homage to Black Pattern Designers...
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...for years February has been set aside as a special time to learn about
and recognize accomplishments of African Americans and other people of
color. Th...
PR Challenge #2: Zippers!!!
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*"Sew an article of clothing with the zipper(s) being the primary focus.
Show us how you incorporate them not only for function but also as a
creative elem...
IKEA backpack (Kanken backpack knockoff)
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Once in a while, I make something just because of curiosity. Like this
backpack that I made a couple of days ago. Perhaps you’re familiar with the
general ...
Family Law Attorney Indianapolis Free Consultation
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781-1080 to schedule a free consultation. We serve Marion, Johnson, and all
surrounding...
Stretch Velvet Blue Mermaid Prom Gown.....
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Hey Everyone much apologies for my hiatus. I'm just now catching up after
launching my Image Consulting business a few months ago. This is a custom
go...
Knit Top - Vogue 1567 by Paco Peralta
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I love this top! First, it's purple. Second, it's designed by the
phenomenal Paco of Barcelona. Go HERE to see the pattern. Third, the knit
rayon/lycra f...
Visit My NEW Blog!
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Okay, big news. I have started a new blog. It's hard to believe that it's
been a decade since I started Gertie's New Blog for Better Sewing! Starting
my i...
A Plethora of Hand-Knit Socks
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Prior to now, I’ve only ever made 2 pairs of toe-up socks. Back in 2014, I
made one test pair for myself and the “real” pair was for my
grandmother-in-l...
A new version of Petal Yoke Cardigan
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I finished the second version of this cardigan, this time I made a
sweater from the same pattern, I simply worked it following the pattern
until th...
Come one come all!! Part 1!
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Hello!!! Gosh darn it I did it again! Here we are 19 months after my last
post!! I said I was going to post more often and I can't believe that much
tim...
Minoru Jacket: Five Ways
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We’re in the middle of some gorgeous summer weather. On those cooler summer
evenings by the beach, hikes through the forest or just a rainy day, a
jacket...
Simplicity 1163 Modified
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Aloha! Surprise.....I've made another skirt! This is made with another 2
yard cut of knit fabric that I received from Girl Charlee a while ago.
This fa...
lumberjack
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You may recall, I made Mr. AFS a plaid flannel shirt a little over a year
ago from Simplicity 1544. Since then I’ve gone on to make more versions of
the sh...
Productivity
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Productivity in the Cole house is through the roof.
Annie has 2 YouTube channels, Max & Mark Adam have one too. Matthew is in a
theatre production, Lily & ...
Kirsten Kimono T-Shirt
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Seems like the only thing I know how to sew anymore is t-shirts. I used to
think I would have more time to sew when I got older and when the kids were
old...
Burda 11-2012-118, Classic Trench
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[image: Burda 11-2012-118 Thumbnail]
So last Spring, almost a year ago now, I was in a mood to tackle a big
project and to do it right. I don't know why t...
DIY bird watching kit for kids
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I haven't posted anything in a very long because, well, frankly ....I
haven't sewn anything ...but also because I focused on my other blog: Non
Toy Gifts. ...
Thank You!
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I was surprised as the number of responses to my most recent post! I am
thankful to have you as readers, and would like you to know how special
each one o...
my favourite room.
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As usual, it has been ages since I posted. Strangely, in my last post,
there were these funny colour "patches" which I cannot remove nor replace.
I even t...
Butterick 5602 - the shapely shift!
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As my last two makes were useful wardrobe basics I gave myself permission
to indulge myself with another dress – I just love to make dresses! Since
finishi...