Costume Sewing Pattern Sale at GoofingOff Sewing

I can't believe it is  time again for the Annual Costume Sewing Pattern Sale at GoofingOff Sewing. This year all costume sewing patterns are a big 50% off. All of them....and they are going fast. Here's a sampling:

Simplicity 0237 Wonder Woman, Batgirl, and Supergirl patterns in size 3-8, uncut

Simplicity 0241 The Avengers Thor costume for Men and Boys UNCUT

Simplicity 3782 Misses' Elizabethan Costumes in size 14-20 UNCUT

Simplicity 9257 Dog Costumes Uncut 

There's lot more costume patterns to choose from, all 50% off for the sale, then they go back to full price.
Stop by to get your favorites before they are gone.

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The Beaded Bird

Happy, the Beaded Bird

Hi friends! It's been a while since I signed in but I just have to show my new work. I got a bit busy with things at home, like a diagnosis of breast cancer that took the wind out of my sails temporarily. Luckily the tumor was found during a routine mammogram and was very small. And double lucky for me because it didn't get to my lymph glands so I am doing a happy dance, albeit a dance with me holding the girls so they don't bounce while I dance. 
So, back to my new work. With all the doctor's visits and waiting rooms I thought I would need something to do. I took a crazy quilt class and that has lead me to all sorts of places. One place is making beaded bird ornaments.
The birds started as birds made from a recycled linen jacket found at the thrift shop. I love to re-purpose items and that sounded like the perfect thing for the jacket.....except the first birds looked like seals. Like throw me a fish seals and that wasn't what I was trying to do. 
After the birds sat around for a couple of years (yes, years), I looked at them again and took off the wings and started embroidering, then beading them. 

The first one was is cute so I started on another. 

Shalom Beaded Bird

Each bird is different, sort of "when the mood strikes" and "where the needle takes me." Shalom (which means Peace) is a WIP....work in progress. It's good to have them around. Takes my mind off things when I start to worry. 

Well, that's all for the moment. Got to finish Shalom. He needs a few beads. 

BTW, there is a sale going on at GoofingOff Sewing. All children's patterns are on sale. Next month starts the Costume Pattern Sale. Stop by early before someone grabs your faves at 30% off. 

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Ten Reasons to Sew: New Listings in GoofingOff Sewing

It’s been a while since me last post and I do apologize for my absence. My upcoming trip to Haiti has my head swimming. Lots of things going on like a fundraiser this week and a breast cancer 5K in 2 weeks after that. Oh, and it’s my birthday today. Happy Birthday to me! Phew!

The costume pattern sale going strong. The sale is in it’s 5th year and patterns are going fast but there is still a selection to pick from.  The shop is growing with over 1000 items now but there’s always room for more so here’s ten of the latest listings.

Simplicity 1943 Misses’ Jackets Size 16-24 UNCUT

Cute jackets to dress up a pair of pants or skirt for a special evening. Just right to wear on a cool night.

Simplicity 1320 Misses’ Jackets with Front and Fabric Variations, Size 116-24 UNCUT

This pattern has so many variations! Great for a casual look.

New Look 6372 Misses’ Dress with Halter Neckline Size 6-18 UNCUT

I love this dress! Simple and elegant. Neckline variations. Beautiful!

Simplicity 2338 Women’s Evening or Cocktail Dress in size 20W-28W UNCUT

This is a stunning dress no matter what length you choose. Day or evening, beautiful!

New Look 6519 Misses’ Asian Influence Wardrobe with jacket, pants, skirt, and purse. UNCUT

Love the Asian influence jacket.

Simplicity 1276 Mimi Style Misses’ Dress with bodice and skirt variations in size 16-24. UNCUT

This dress is fabulous. Very flattering. Lots of variations to make this dress special. There is a link, too, to guide as you sew.

Simplicity 2372 Women’s Wardrobe includes jacket, pants, skirt, pullover top, and dress in size 20W-28W. UNCUT

Plus size and polished! Everything’s here to look good.

Simplicity 1364 Jiffy Pullover Top in size 8-16 UNCUT

Just 3 main pieces to make this set of blouses originally published in the 1960’s. Sew Retro!

Simplicity 1278 Misses’ Pullover tops in size 6-14, bust 29-36 inches. UNCUT Originally printed in the 1950’s

I love the neckline interest.

New Look 6544 Misses’ Pullover top with Mandarin collar and pants. Size 10-22 UNCUT

This looks so pretty and comfy. Casual but not sloppy. LOVE IT!

Well, that’s ten reasons to sew. There’s more coming but that’s a start.

Hope you enjoyed my birthday present to you.

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Singer Atomic Age Buttonholer and 3 Ways to Look Great

I love to sew AND get inspired by surrounding myself with beautiful things. The buttonholer case does that…and good to have for those vintage sewing machines around the house. As for the patterns…What’s not to love about 40’s style, long evening dresses, or slinky skirts with a slit to there? All I need is a Glen Miller playing “In the Mood.” So kick your shoes off and enjoy!

Vintage Singer Buttonholer

Vintage Singer Buttonholer with atomic age case in dusty rose. Complete set with buttonhole templates and instructions. Excellent condition. So the case looks great….great enough to use for trinkets if you don’t have the machine anymore. Can’t believe I said that.

Simplicity 2442 Misses’ Evening Dress with Bolero

Simplicity 2442 Misses’ Evening Dress with Bolero. Dress in three lengths with neckline variations. Size 14-22, bust 36-44 inches. UNCUT Great thing about this pattern is the variations….different lengths and necklines to make something individual…..and a bolero for cooler evenings or air conditioned venues.

Simplicity 1587 in size 14-22

Simplicity 1587 Misses’ Dress in 1940’s style, size 14-22, bust 36-44 inches. UNCUT This dress is so cute! So 40’s!

Vogue 9959 Misses’ Skirts size 6-10

Vogue 9959 Misses’ Skirts in size 6-10, waist 23-25 inches. UNCUT. Elegant and slinky.

That’s the latest sewing round-up at GoofingOff Sewing.

The Big Costume Sewing Pattern Sale, with over 100 costume patterns to choose from,  is still going on for the month of September and the patterns are going fast. The costume patterns are reduced  40% off.

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11 Great Patterns: New Listings at GoofingOff Sewing

After several days of no internet my Wi-Fi is finally up and running. Talk about withdrawals. I kept staring at it waiting for it to work. Pathetic.  Seems a small rodent-type animal ate through my wires. Double Ugh! Nothing like no wi-fi to amp up my anxiety just before the big Costume Sewing Pattern Sale. 

Well, I managed to get a few patterns listed. Cute dresses and Costume patterns ....of course. 

If clowning around is your nature, here's Simplicity 2525 Misses' Clown Costume Pattern.

Simplicity 2525 Misses' Clown Costumes in size 6-12, bust 30-34 inches UNCUT

This next pattern might be from 1997 but it doesn't look dated. It's by Designer Lauren Sara. Vogue 2006.

Vogue 2006 American Designer Lauren Sara. Dress, tunic, pants, and skirt in size 8-10-12 UNCUT

How about a little 1940's vintage look? Simplicity 1460 Misses' button down blouse with peplum.

Simplicity 1460 Misses' 40's Style Button Front Blouses with Peplum Bust 30-36 inches UNCUT

Incredible Hulk! Incredible! McCall's 4163 in boys' size 3-8.

McCall's 4163 Boys' Incredible Hulk Costume Size 3-8 UNCUT

This is so handy. It's good for a walker or wheelchair but can also be made for an easy chair. Good community service project, too.

Simplicity 2103 Bag for Walker, Wheelchair, or Lounge Chair UNCUT

Salty would wear this.....a cute little dog coat in 3 different sizes. He needs the little guy size. This pattern goes up to medium.

Simplicity 1271 Dog Coat Pattern in 3 sizes UNCUT

Love this dress, New Look 6094. 

New Look 6094 Misses' Dress in 5 Variations, Size 8-18, bust 30-40 inches UNCUT

McCall's 4167 in size 6 from 1977. 

McCall's 4167 Girls' Dress or Top and Pants from 1977 in size 6 UNCUT

OK, so not a pattern and it's not in GoofingOff....but it's a needlepoint kit and it's in my sister shop, PatternHaus. An Old St.Nick Needlepoint ornament kit to make. And no, it's not $13. Much less. 

Old St.Nick Ornament Needlepoint Kit Complete and unopened. 
Contains full color design on #14 100% cotton canvas, 100% wool tapestry yarn, needle, instruction sheet, and stitch chart.

More 1940's fashion. It seems I'm not the only one who likes the look. 

Simplicity 1590 40's Style Misses' Blouses Size 6-14, bust 30-36 UNCUT

Easy-to-wear separates from New Look, 6217.

New Look 6217 Misses' Separates: pullover top, cardigan, pants, and skirt Size 10-22, bust 32-44 inches UNCUT

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