The Intimate Issue | Seamwork Magazine

February 2016

See the Almada pattern

See the Lisbon pattern

What’s Inside

Hidden Glamour

Making beautiful loungewear is all about dressing up for yourself.
Handmade Beauty

A rich vanilla rose lip scrub, by Kat Siddle.
Block, Paper, Scissors

Make a flirty babydoll with Lisbon, by Devon Iott.
Scraptastic Lingerie

Make the most of your scraps, by Jessica Yen.
From Woven to Knit

Determine if your favorite pattern is a fabric chameleon, by Christine Haynes.
Print Mixing with Kimono Prints

How to set off a statement print with flair, by Sabrina Lee.
A Delicate Matter

Tips and tricks for working with delicate and sheer fabrics, by Sara Homer.
Lessons Learned from the Art of Making Corsets

A Personal Sewing Journey, by Shaerie Mead
Swatch Service

This month, we looked for lightweight wovens for both Lisbon and Almada, and colored 1″ stretch lace for Lisbon.
Seamwork Style

Mix and match patterns for a unique me-made wardrobe.
Courage through Costuming

Reclaiming femininity through cosplay and a handmade wardrobe, by Jennifer Hackett.
Behind the Seams

Take a look behind the seams of a handcrafted silk slip.
The Seamworker’s Guide to Phoenix

Explore Phoenix, Arizona with Ashley Ward.
Treat Yourself

Get a free and fun downloadable every month.
Resources

Where to get fabric and supplies, plus recommended additional reading for this issue.
Contributors and Staff

Contributing Writers Kat Siddle Kat Siddle is a librarian and fashion school dropout from Vancouver, …

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