Posts by Amber Eden
DIY Design: The Quilting-Sewing Crossover
It used to be that the quilting aisle of your local fabric shop was stocked with flower prints that were far from fashionable. But now a whole new generation of quilters has arrived, and with them, gorgeous, patterned fabrics. read more
'Project Runway' Finale Part 1 Recap: Three Designing Women Head to Fashion Week
With $9000 and several months to design, Carol Whitfield Hannah, Irina Shabayeva, and Althea Harper head off to their respective homes charged with creating a 12-look collection to be shown at the tents in Bryant Park during New York Fashion Week. read more
DIY Design: Go With the Grain
If there's one thing I learned from four arduous semesters earning my fashion draping certificate, it's that a fabric's grain is one of the most important factors in the way a garment hangs. read more
'Project Runway' Recap: Cindy Crawford and Cynthia Rowley Judge Final Arty Challenge
"Fashion Week is at your fingertips," said "Project Runway" judge Heidi Klum to the five remaining designers. After this final challenge, only three would remain. read more
'Project Runway' Recap: Designers Must Revisit Past Work, Kerry Washington Is Guest Judge
"Six left," were the opening words of "Project Runway" Episode 11. And as the numbers thin, the contestants have taken off the kid gloves, and become openly critical of each other -- tensions and tempers run high in the workroom. read more
'Project Runway' Recap: Michael Kors Challenges Designers to Think Globally, Milla Jovovich a Guest Judge
One of the great things about having "Project Runway" in Los Angeles is the prestigious stretch of high-end stores on Rodeo Drive, and that's exactly where the remaining seven designers headed in Episode 10. After being herded into the flagship Michael Kors store, they were met by the designer who explained that the next challenge would be based on a few of his favorite destinations. Contestants could choose from the likes of Greece, New York, Hollywood, Palm Beach, Aspen and others locales and their challenge, to use the location as inspiration for their garments. read more
