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Archive for July 2009

New Fabrics!

Posted by: lycralady on: July 30, 2009

fun new colors in Dangles too – watch them twirl!! GREAT NEW SPASHY SEQUINS!   DANGLES fun new flashy colors!!! FLAPPER $28.99/YD 52″ useable inches wide   ZSA ZSA   Just as the back to school specials are coming out (how’d that happen?!), we are getting ready for fall with NEW FABRICS. We have new [...]

Working with Swarovski Crystals

Posted by: lycralady on: July 17, 2009

At Your Designs, we carry genuine Swarovski crystals—creme de la creme of crystals.  The reflection of these crystals is SO beautiful. Betty’sfavorite glue is E6000 – it is washable and flexible and has great holding power on fabrics of all kinds. -Betty learned a great tip from a client who is a nurse to use [...]

I had to share this with YOU!

Posted by: lycralady on: July 16, 2009

  I just received word that our own Betty, of Your Designs, was able to spend time with her Granddaughter Zoe for the past few days.  And they decided to create some fabulous leggings!  I think they are so much fun and a very simple project to do with a blossoming 10 year-old with the [...]

Pass It On!

Posted by: lycralady on: July 10, 2009

Have you ever gone to the movies and enjoyed it so much, you couldn’t wait to tell your friends?  Well, this month, when you tell your friends about the great service, fabulous finds, and helpful tips you’ve received as a client of Your Designs, we’d like to reward you.  For every person or business that [...]

Lycra Tips and Tricks

Posted by: lycralady on: July 9, 2009

    JULY SEWING TIPS: Sewing on Swimwear – It is important to have the right equipment and tools to work on your lycra sewing projects. 1.Cotton swimwear elastic – a nice soft elastic that stands up well to chlorine and repeated washings. I carry 1/4″ and 3/8″ 2.Wooly nylon thread – this is a [...]

As a result of my visit to Lycralady’s shop…

Posted by: lycralady on: July 8, 2009

Each and every time I have the privilege of visiting the Lycralady’s incredible fabric shop, I am in awe  of the possibilities.  The little girl in me comes out to play…full of wonder, dreaming of what I’ll create next, and mesmerized by the rich colors.  And the grown-up girl in me wishes that the swimwear [...]

Happy Fourth of July!

Posted by: lycralady on: July 3, 2009

As we’re off to celebrate the Fourth of July with family and friends, we just wanted to thank you all for reading this week and to remind you that this is your last opportunity to capitalize on the Red, White and Blue specials. Red/White/Blue Fabrics: Velvet–12.99 Lycra–10.99 Sheers–9.99 Also, all Red, White, and Blue remnants [...]

Surprise! Cleaning Shop Special!

Posted by: lycralady on: July 1, 2009

I looked in our treasure chest of remnants today and noticed there was lots of beautiful RED, WHITE and BLUE fabrics!  Today all R, W, and B remnants:  velvets, prints, solids, sheers, and lycra are just 2.99/yard.  This is a grab-bag special — no choice, however, Betty is sure to send you a fabulous mix and [...]



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  • Berenice Sullivan: Hi Betty! I would like to get your latest pattern options for dance costmes, can you email me or send them to me at Castro Valley CA 94546? Thanks!
  • Melinde Kantor MK Design: I am so excited about a new skating dress costume I made with Betty's Irish rose smooth velvet and the bumpy coral lace she carries. I used the lace i
  • lycralady: Deb, I just tried your tip this weekend and it's WONDERFUL!!!! I made my own little makeshift beeswax stick but now think i need to 'produce' those!

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