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Wednesday, October 7, 2015

The Wednesday Showcase

It's Wednesday and surprise, surprise, I'm back with The Wednesday Showcase!!! My little break over the last few months was very much needed, but I'm rested and ready to start getting back to some of the things I truly enjoy. The Wednesday Showcase posts have always been a little way for me to meet fellow bloggers, make new friends, and say thank you for following my blog.

 To kick off today's post, I would like for you to meet Jean of http://sewjeanmargaret.blogspot.co.za/ On her about page she says, "I love to sew!" Does she ever, and she sews so beautifully.
I absolutely love the top below. Jean commented on how important it is to take your time and match stripes. Whew, that has been echoed all over the internet by so many other sewists.  Scroll through her blog and find this top as you'll also be amazed by the beautiful stitching.
I thought this was such a pretty combination. The mix of the patterns and the splash of red is so lovely.
 You know me, I can't resist including a picture of a girl and her dog!!! 
This is Jean's rendition of Vogue 1250. She made a few fit changes to the pattern that resulted in more of an a-line skirt.  So flattering.
And finally, Jean got married last year, Congratulations!!! She did not make her gown, but I just had to include the picture as she is such a vision of beauty. Can you believe that she has 3 grandchildren?!!! 
Jean participated in Me Made May 2015 and she also is a member of Pattern Review. You can find her on Pattern Review HERE.

Next up is Neela of  http://www.sewfusion.co.uk/ To sum up her personality, just take a look at the picture below. I think it says it all. Fun, fun, fun!!!
 Neela says that she loves to sew for herself and her daughters. She also enjoys upcycling saris. 
Neela is not afraid to take on a challenge, as you'll see in the next few pictures. Check out the dress below. She copied a dress that she saw Angelica Huston wearing. I like Neela's better!  
Below is her daughter. Neela designed the gown for her. I think the smile on her daughter's face says it all, SUCCESS!!!
Below you see Neela on the set of The Great British Sewing Bee. Wow, what a dream come true. 
I think this has been a great return to The Wednesday Showcase, two beautiful ladies following their sewing dreams. Be sure to check out their blogs and get to know them.
Happy Wednesday!
Rhonda
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17 comments:

  1. SewCraftyChemistOctober 7, 2015 at 10:37 AM

    I love Wednesday Showcase!!! SJM is one of my favorite sewing bloggers and thanks for the intro to Neela.

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  2. FooniksOctober 7, 2015 at 10:42 AM

    I've missed Wednesday Showcase! I'm so happy it's back :)

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  3. UnknownOctober 7, 2015 at 3:12 PM

    I like the Wednesday Showcase. So happy it is back.

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  4. MelwykOctober 7, 2015 at 8:19 PM

    Ditto to all the above -- Wednesday Showcase is such fun. Love both these bloggers, thanks for highlighting them both :)

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  5. Rhonda BussOctober 7, 2015 at 8:37 PM

    Ditto on my part too!
    After all, it's how I met everyone who has commented today :)

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  6. UnknownOctober 7, 2015 at 9:17 PM

    I think it should be www.sewjeanmargaret.blogspot.com.au :)

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  7. MaryEllenOctober 7, 2015 at 10:50 PM

    Thanks for bringing back Wednesday Showcase - I love reading these

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  8. Sew, Jean MargaretOctober 8, 2015 at 6:41 AM

    Thank you so much Rhonda for featuring me in your Wednesday Showcase. This has been a lovely surprise and you have made my day. Such a great way to meet other sewing bloggers too.

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    1. Rhonda BussOctober 8, 2015 at 7:05 AM

      It's truly my pleasure :) I feel that I reap the greatest benefit as I have meet so many wonderful people through doing this post.

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  9. AnonymousOctober 8, 2015 at 7:30 AM

    Rhonda i'm so happy to see this segment of your blog back!! I really enjoy seeing all these fabulous ladies you discover and get ideas and dreams of getting better from seeing there skill.

    Yeah.... show case Wed.! :)

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    1. Rhonda BussOctober 8, 2015 at 7:38 AM

      All of you have really made me feel so good about bringing this post back. I had always planned to do so, but I just needed a break. All of you are just the BEST!!!

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  10. Mother of ReinventionOctober 10, 2015 at 3:01 AM

    Thanks for bringing back the Wednesday Showcase. I love finding me sewing blogs and seeing all the beautiful garments. So inspiring! Xx

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  11. UnknownOctober 13, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    Thanks for featuring me Rhonda. I was very surprised to see me flash up on your wonderful blog. By the way Jasmine is my friend's daughter for whom I made a self-drafted prom dress. You can read all about it here http://www.sewfusion.co.uk/jasmines-self-drafted-prom-dress-part-1/
    I have 2 younger girls. Also it's been lovely meeting new bloggers too! Thanks again, it's very much appreciated. Nee xxx

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    1. Rhonda BussOctober 13, 2015 at 9:13 AM

      So sorry for the mistake Neela, I must have read through a little too fast. I did see that it was a prom dress though :) Such a beautiful creation and she's obviously very happy.
      So nice to meet you and I look forward to getting to know you through your blog!

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