Tag Archives: dressmaking

The Skirt in Action!

Posted on July 30, 2018 by jessrussellromance

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

Posted on July 17, 2018 by jessrussellromance

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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Curtains, and Covers, and Skirts, Oh My!

Posted on July 10, 2018 by jessrussellromance

Nocturnal Musings ~or~ Curtains and Covers and Skirts, Oh My! July’s So what to wear? What to wear? What to WEAR? The Romance Writers of America’s RITA® AWARDS loom and I know I promised you  a variety of pretty frocks … Continue reading →

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ONE MORE WEEK!

Posted on August 11, 2017 by jessrussellromance

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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Let the embellishments begin!

Posted on July 25, 2017 by jessrussellromance

We are up to 16 Reviews! 7 days left to get to our goal of 50! Who will win the handmade prize? Shoot me an email to let me know you have purchased the book and I will enter your … Continue reading →

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Say YES to the Dress #2 “Puttin’ on the Glitz”

Posted on July 7, 2017 by jessrussellromance

One week until Mad for the Marquess is released! So let’s get to the Glitz! But first, The winner of the SLEEVE is: Tulip A good choice because it is simple and can easily be added to if so desired. … Continue reading →

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Say YES to the Dress #2 Bodice takes Shape

Posted on July 3, 2017 by jessrussellromance

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

Posted on June 21, 2017 by jessrussellromance

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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Mad for the Marquess!

Posted on October 21, 2016 by jessrussellromance

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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Linen Table Cloth to Flower Girl Froth

Posted on August 18, 2015 by jessrussellromance

 August’s I am calling Linen Table Cloth to Flower Girl Froth. My youngest nephew is getting married at the end of this month. One of his sisters has two little girls, Anna Claire and Leah. They  will be flower girls. (pretty cute, huh?)I … Continue reading →

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