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The Skirt in Action!

So, I did not win the Rita Award. It  went to the wonderful Kelly Bowen, who won a Rita last year as well.  HERE is a list of all the winners. BUT, I had a wonderful time seeing friends and connecting … Continue reading

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Romancing the Skirt

July’s   part deux! So the futzing is finished. I bagged the idea of the underskirt, I wanted the skirt to be wispy and fluttery. The extra volume didn’t really add anything. Instead I stitched some horsehair braid into the … Continue reading

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And the Winner is…

the Winner is…. Congrats, Susan! You will receive this handmade gift! A batik tissue box featuring Orange Carp. (Carp are good luck, BTW.) If you are interested in seeing pics of the batik process click HERE. Thank you to all … Continue reading

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ONE MORE WEEK!

We are up the 30 reviews! Thank you! Just 20 more and Amazon will start to recommend the book. So I’m adding one more week to get to our 50 goal. Now for our glitzy gown. Most of you wanted … Continue reading

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Out of the gate!

Launched and ready for Reviews! Pleeeease! My thanks to those of you who bought the book. If you haven’t yet, I would love your support! We got up the #201 but it has slipped back now. (This stat is for … Continue reading

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Say YES to the Dress #2 Bodice takes Shape

And the winner of the Bodice shape is: “V” waistline and “V” neckline! So on we go. The pattern shows two views, one with a ruched front placket, and one with “Reveres” (which is a sort of lapel). I am … Continue reading

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Say YES to the Dress #2 ~ Under Pinnings and Basic Shape

And the winner is: Opalescent Taffeta! The linen was strong early in the voting, but then the taffeta squeaked through. Actually, I am just as happy NOT have to sacrifice these beautifully made curtains to my sewing scissors. They are … Continue reading

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My new Book, Mad for the Marquess!

I’m B-a-a-a-a-ck! I am excited to announce Mad for the Marquess, my new historical romance is coming out JULY 14th! Meet my Marquess~   James Drake, Marquess of Devlin, had everything—until he was found covered in blood, standing over a … Continue reading

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October Trash to Treasure

Here is a photo of this pumpkin in the works~ Happy Halloween!!!!!!! And just as a reminder (in case you haven’t read it) The Dressmaker’s Duke is a mere 99 cents! Stay tuned for excerpts from, Mad for the Marquess!! … Continue reading

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Mad for the Marquess!

My new manuscript, Mad for the Marquess is in the works and will be out in late Winter, early Spring!  In celebration I am putting The Dressmaker’s Duke on sale for 99 cents! (Hey, your coffee at Starbucks will cost over … Continue reading

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