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Regency Inspired Wedding Dress

March 1, 2020December 21, 2020 Shannyn Kelly0 comment

So my near and dear friend Lisa reached out to me last year, telling me the happy news! Yay! Getting married! Would I make her dress?? OF COURSE!!! Then…a second call came , with even MORE joyful news….there was a baby on the way! So, the planning and designing had to abruptly change , because we’d be planning for a 7 month pregnancy body:) A bit of a challenge, but since the bride had already chosen an empire waist Regency inspired gown, we were all set. Finished Dress; shown…

Technology ate my blog posts!

January 30, 2015July 21, 2020 Shannyn Kellychildren, costume, pattern design, quilting, renaissance, sewing0 comment

I was working on set a lot this week; and had written several blog posts to upload later on my Ipad. Nothing is more annoying than hitting “Save” and then…..it disappears. (I realized later on why, which isn’t important now. But…lesson learned!) So this week, no quilting….but Lots and LOTS of costuming for some darling girls I happen to know. Renaissance-themed little dresses and some skirts & wee bags for them. I get to visit them next week when I’m off to sunny southern Florida for a little winter break.…

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FMQ…..huh?

January 25, 2015July 21, 2020 Shannyn Kellydesign, free motion quilt, lizzie lenard, pattern, quilting, vintage sewing6 Comments

I admit it. I am addicted to Free Motion Quilting. This is one of my FAVOURITE finishes for 2014. This fabric made me So happy. A heavy wool blanket for batting and FMQ all over. This is my current snuggle up on the couch quilt. Blog Post Here. Or… “FMQ”, for short. In my humble opinion, I just like the look and texture you get from the finished quilt with a loopy-swirly FMQ pattern. This was my most ambitious project so far. Applique, stars, math, and lots and lots of…

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2015 Skillbuilding – January’s Goal – To get Organized

January 8, 2015July 21, 2020 Shannyn Kelly#skillbuilding2015, brampton, organize, pattern, quilt, sewing2 Comments

**Warning. Terrible, terrible photos are at the bottom of this post. They may be disturbing to some readers!!!** I will admit it. I make messes when I work. And…I *really* need to get into the habit of cleaning as I go. That is, putting things back where I got them when I use them. Not leaving things out, in piles. Everywhere. Is this anyone else or is it just me? What are your surefire ways to stay organized? So this is January’s Skill to build, you may or may not …

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Knitted Infinity Scarves

December 4, 2014July 21, 2020 Shannyn Kellycozy, etsy, infinity, knit, knitting, outlander, scarves, warm, wonderbunnie, yarn0 comment

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again….infinity scarves are a HOT item right now. In fact I’m surprised it took us all so long to catch on; living through a Canadian winter you practically wrap a sleeping bag around your head to keep warm…(not really) but a circular scarf with no end that you wrap and wrap…with no ends flapping around…genius!! I have an Etsy Shop WonderbunnieDesigns, and I have had a heck of a time keeping it stocked with scarves. They are all knitted by me, with…

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Strippin’ in Black and White….Part Deux

December 1, 2014July 22, 2020 Shannyn Kellymodern, pattern, red, sew, strip quilt0 comment

It started Saturday….. As I stared into my stash of fabric….. thinking….masculine….masculine….. Progressed into new slabs of strip fabrics…… And then…. Voila!! Now yes the photo is pretty wonky; the cat tore across the dang thing *just* as I got to the top of the stairs to take the photo. So it’s straight, lol I swear. I will be finishing this up today and updating the photos as I go!

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Which comes first – fabric or pattern?

November 26, 2014July 22, 2020 Shannyn Kellyblogs, create, creating, fabric, inspiration, inspire, moda, pattern design, patterns, question, quilt, quilting, sew, sewing, solids0 comment

I have a question to pose to all the quilters out there…. what comes first for you? Do you find gorgeous fabrics INSPIRE you to create and then you grab the pattern? Or do intricate design patterns INSPIRE you to pull fabrics and then you create? I found this fabric and fell in love. I didn’t want to cut it at first. For me, I think that it’s the fabric that inspires the pattern. But wait…sometimes when I peruse blogs online I see patterns that just yell at me to…

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Easy Cotton Infinity Scarf…and a tutorial!

November 23, 2014July 22, 2020 Shannyn Kellyaccessories, beginner, cotton, easy, infinity, knitting, scarf, tutorial0 comment

They’re everywhere. Infinity scarves. Don’t resist. You can’t resist. You really shouldn’t anyway. As a former fashion consultant; let me tell ya. A scarf can really update your outfit, make a statement, and change your look in one of the easiest possible ways. Check it out. A simple 3/4 sleeve T is instantly updated. As you prolly already know…I am in LOVE with the “Outlander” TV series. It inspired me to knit up some infinity scarves like a maniac recently. See? Look how happy wearing a scarf makes you. You…

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Trimming….Not the Tree Kind

November 21, 2014July 22, 2020 Shannyn Kellycostume, dress, hand sewing, quilt, renaissance, sequins, sewing, trim6 Comments

Well I *suppose* you could use these gorgeous trims to trim your tree. They’re sparkly enough! At one of my favourite fabric shops; (see this post here) they had a pre-Christmas Get-Your-Sewing-Started Sale. (And; they do not sponsor me. Heck they don’t even know I exist. But I love them.) Everything in the store was 2-3-4-5-10 dollars a yard. Satins, Lace & Sequined applique Net, Lace panels….FIVE BUCKS..GORGEOUS stretch velvets – FIVE BUCKS! Cottons! THREE BUCKS!!! and the Bestest part…..the most awesomest part….was The Trim. Shining sequins, beading, gold &…

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Outlander Knits – Easy Tutorial!

November 16, 2014July 22, 2020 Shannyn Kellybernat, charisma, clare, cowl, diana gabaldon, highlander, infinity scarf, isaac mizrahi, jamie, kilt, knit, knitting, loops n threads, needles, outlander, purl, scarf, tutorial2 Comments

I love to read.One series I have loved loved LOVED for years is Diana Gabaldon’s “Outlander” series. When I was a kid, I spent my summers at the library, scouring the aisles for new stories and characters to take me away…. and as an adult I *still* love to read; however when I’m sewing, it’s easier to listen to audiobooks. And one series I have loved loved LOVED for years is Diana Gabaldon’s “Outlander” series. Ahhh Scotsmen. Kilts. Bodice Ripping. Time Travel. Romance. Intrigue. History. A great mix. And now,…

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