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Sew Misunderstood: Fashion for Wayward Girls
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a blog by a psychobilly luvin, classic horror addicted, retro styled, plus size fashion misfit. Fashion, horror and music all rolled into one.
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Launching New Music Project!

INTRODUCING SUZS BLUES!http://www.youtube.com/u ser/suzsbluesguitar/featuredFo llow me on My You Tube Page!or join me on Facebook!http://www.youtube.co m/user/suzsbluesguitarI have been playing the blu...

1 day ago

Sailor Jerry Tattoo Dress

This is the same pattern as the Japanese dress, but with Alexander Henry tattoo print cotton. The scenery is the lovely Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. I made a matching belt and bias tape for the ...

19 may 12

Sewing Meme for the People Who "Dont Get it"

11 may 12

Two Minute Sewing Tip That Will Change Your Life

I think you will like it!I have made 3 of these dresses with the yoke top stitched onto the bodice along a curved egde. I just *now* figured out this trick. I am sure it was out there before, just it...

09 may 12

Finished Project with tutorial video: The Campy 50s Sundress

Its Campy, its weird, its 50s...what else could I want?Little airstream Trailers, picnic chairs, flamingos, grills, 50s cadillacs and plymouths!Perhaps some mega cool pockets? Check Please!The yellow...

02 may 12

I Chopped My Hair Off- Dont Look!

Because I felt like I needed a change.....I have cut off my 1940s Middy Haircut. I was inspired by the beautiful Clara Bow to go for a 1920s/30s Bob....Not "rockabilly"I have the hypothe...

30 apr 12

Another Sewing Room Disaster Meme

The worst part about it:THIS WAS NOT THE FIRST TIMEANDI AM SURE IT WON"T BE THE LAST!I will have a new pattern modification tutorial video and finished dress this week!!!

30 apr 12

Plus size sewing tip: sleeves

I found the bias on my sleeve patterns and cut them on the bias. The extra stretch is awesome for plus sized biceps! It can also add a cool design feature if used with prints!

24 apr 12

This Is Embarrassing..... But True

Sorry, husband, you do not get a matching shirt for my trailer park dress. I know you are so sad that you want to cry.....NOT!

23 apr 12

Finished Project: Something New! 1930s Plus Size!

 I found a late 30s wrap dress pattern in an antique store. It was a 38 Bust. The process I used to adjust to my size was overlaying the 30s wrap bodice onto my personal pattern (sloper), and dr...

20 apr 12

If I May Show the Court Exhibit A?

And Just what are you looking at here? Its my latest "work"...Whats the big deal? Well you might have noticed the dumbass seamstress has sewed the front panel of the dress on whilst the shoul...

17 apr 12

DIY Plus Size Dress for Sale: The Classic Polka Dot

This is second-hand cloth ing, hand made by me. The pattern (my own design) is a classic sleeveless V neck dress. The material is a satin. The bodice is fully lined. The skirt is not li...

13 apr 12

DIY Plus Size Rockabilly Halter and Pencil Skirt for Sale!

UPDATE SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! Separates! This is a handmade, second-hand outfit directly from my wardrobe. A sexy pencil Skirt and matching corset top! The top is stretch poplin and the ...

13 apr 12

You KNOW this happens to you.....theres not a damn thing you can do about it!

Yup....and I freekin left it that way because I could only afford 8 yards of the damn print.ahhhh such is the life of a seamstress

12 apr 12

My Sewing Memes!

It occurred to me that lots of stupid things happen to me as a result of my sewing. So I will be sharing some of these things in the form of sewing memes! (kind of like Deep Thoughts by Jac...

10 apr 12

Ever Wonder How To Make Your Own Personal Fitting Pattern? Watch My Video Guide

HEY KIDDIES!I talk alot about my sloper. I thought I would make a video about how I made it. I used a Butterick Fitting shell pattern, available in some stores and on their website:BUTTERICK 5628 Vog...

06 apr 12

Finished Project: The Kitschy Dames Dress!

 Can I hold a fabric stash or what? I bought these dames about 2 years ago and finally made them into a dress. I only had 2 yards, so I had to choose a design carefully! This is the same exact b...

03 apr 12

Finished Project: Liz Taylor Goes to Japan Dress- Late 50s Style

Liz Taylor you say? I imagine she would be the perfect model for this dress. Her raven hair would be perfect for it. If you watched my last couple videos, you got plenty of info on how I altered...

29 mar 12

Why it bothers me when you call me "rockabilly&# 34; or "pinup"

So in the world of massive problems this is like the smallest nit picky thing, but often when people meet me for the first time they say things like "Oh you are a Rockabilly Chick!" and ...

26 mar 12

Upcoming Creations on Sew Misunderstood!

I cheered myself up this week by buying these two fantastic prints! Adoroable Michael Miller 50s Americana print: with aistream trailers, plymouth convertibles and cadillacs. Perfect for a 50s sundre...

20 mar 12

Watch this video for dress action!

Hi everyone! I am currently working on two new dresses, I wanted to update you in person as to what is cookin!Watch the video for the deets~I will be getting you pictures of the Asian Dress sometime ...

12 mar 12

Finished Project: Early 60s Sundress

 I found a early 60s pattern for a Sundress and Jacket in an antique store a few months ago. It was a size 42 bust, so I bought it for $5. Its a pretty standard pattern, the only detail being a ...

11 mar 12

Fabric Friday! Drool an Sew!

Todays fabric inspiration can be found at Fabric.com: I just love the multiple colors going on!Peeps on a dress? YES!Very Original print!This one is for Helga, Sarah, and Vix!And this last one is giv...

02 mar 12

New Video Series- How to use Vintage Patterns that are too small!

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25 feb 12

Plus Size DIY Dress for sale! The Blondie Dress!

My 1960s inspired Blondie Dress is for Sale! I have personally worn this to a few shows, so this will be "Rockstar Used!" LOL Very good condition!Sale Price $25.00 plus shippingWill ship outs...

22 feb 12

Finished Project- Route 66 Dress Version 2!

mmmwha! How are you my sexy sewing/fashion friends? I am getting ready for a band show tonight! I have been also sewing a new dress that has turned out to be quite a muther! I made a video about how ...

18 feb 12

Reader Poll- Should I sell this stuff to you?

Hey smexy ladies!Quick question.....would anyone be interested in buying some of my USED handmade clothing? For instance, this knit skirt shown above with the little vintage kitchen appliance fabric?...

09 feb 12

Check out the Vintage Sewing Loot Vlog!

Take a minute and watch for all the cool old crap we bought! Lots of stuff for guys and gals!Sewing stuff, of course!

06 feb 12

New Fabric Purchase!

I must admit- not much about New Jersey impresses me- sorry if you are from New Jersey- I dont mean it personally, I am not impressed easily. I will say that Ocean City is quite nice every once and a...

03 feb 12

What do you think about 1930s faTshion?

That is my question!!! I obviously work well with 40s and 50s fashion. I have a high waist, large ass, a deep swayback, large bust, smaller chest...blah blah so the fitted bodice and wide flared skir...

02 feb 12

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