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MingMakes
Dec 8, 202414 min read
Qipao / Cheongsam dress 2 in velvet and silk
A Qipao / Cheongsam dress in velvet with silk overlay drafted from a pattern and inspiration photo
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MingMakes
Nov 2, 202410 min read
Fitting the Qipao / Cheongsam dress
My detailed fitting journey for a Qipao / Cheongsam pattern, with photos of my toiles, what adjustments I made and why
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MingMakes
Sep 15, 202412 min read
Qipao / Cheongsam dress with lace
My review of the stunning Qipao / Cheongsam dress by Porcupine Patterns with beautiful lace detail and metallic fabric
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MingMakes
May 23, 20246 min read
The Avid Seamstress Blouse review
My review of the Avid Seamstress Blouse, sewn on the wonderful Creative Spirit Retreat in polka dot cotton and self-cover buttons
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MingMakes
Apr 27, 20247 min read
Fitting the Avid Seamstress Blouse
Details of how I fitted The Blouse pattern by The Avid Seamstress, including upper and lower rounded back and sleeve adjustments
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MingMakes
Apr 7, 20248 min read
Kelly Anorak
Review of the Kelly Anorak in dry oilskin, with details of how I corrected a 1cm discrepancy in my zip, and where I got my silver hardware
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