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Pintucked flannel vest tutorial on SewStylish

June 8, 2010, Nik

Come on, admit it: You’ve got an old flannel shirt in your closet collecting dust right now. Well, shake it off and get sewing—turn that shirt into a cute vest. On the SewStylish blog, I’ll show you how to do it. I cut the collar and the sleeves off of the shirt below, created new patch pockets, and added rows of pretty tucks to take in the extra bulk.

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Circle vest project on Threads Magazine

June 2, 2010, Nik

It’s June! Oh my goodness. I can’t believe it. Every year I feel as though the summer sneaks up on me. About a month ago I decided to start sharing projects here that I have posted on different websites and today it’s the circle vest tutorial I did for Threads... Continue Reading
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Lanvin Inspired Feather Headband Project

May 20, 2010, Nik

Check out my free accessory project on SewStylish blog... Permalink
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Beret Project on SewStylish

May 13, 2010, Nik

Beret project on SewStylish... Permalink
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How to make a jewelry chandelier

February 26, 2010, Nik

If your dresser and bathroom windowsill are littered with jewelry and accessories, look no further than this jewelry chandelier to help you get organized. This project from my book Dorm Decor is available now on the Chronicle blog.... Permalink
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Coup de’-toe

February 25, 2010, Nik

Last week I got roped into being a foot model for the second time in my Threads life. Previously I had been the foot inside numerous pairs of shoes for an article on shoe covering. This time around I had to be the model for a pants feature written by... Continue Reading
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Book giveaway on BurdaStyle!

December 6, 2009, Nik

Today on Burdastyle, you have the chance to win a signed copy of each of my books! Simply comment on their blog post featuring both Fashion DIY and Dorm Decor, and you’ll be entered to win. Tomorrow they’ll pick the winner at random.... Permalink
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Last chance to win!

September 22, 2009, Nik

Tomorrow marks the last chance to win a Bernina machine with the scarf dress challenge! For more details visit the contest website. Tomorrow also marks the last chance to enter the SewStylish Fall Fashion Challenge. Prizes include a Baby Lock embroidery machine, an OTT Lite and Threads DVDs. To enter,... Continue Reading
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Project Runway, Ep. 3 on SewStylish

September 4, 2009, Nik

Over on the SewStylish website today is my recap for last night’s episode of Project Runway. Head on over to vote on your favorites and comment on the designs. I also included images of all the designs along with the designer’s sketches and exclusive behind-the-scenes photos from Brother Sewing Machines.... Permalink
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Back to School with Chronicle Books

September 3, 2009, Nik

On the Chronicle Books blog today there’s a wrap up of a few wish list items that I and a few other Chronicle authors would love for their back-to-school supplies. My pick was the bag above from Yellow Wallpaper that would make a perfect bookbag. Check out the post at Chronicle... Continue Reading
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