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Avenir Jumpsuit

Laura F · 4 months ago

Avenir Jumpsuit

Created by Laura F · Updated: 4 months ago

Hey Lovely Ones, I am 5’3” and want to make an avenir jumpsuit, do you think I need to lengthen the bodice, I’ve heard people say it rides up the crotch area. Any tips would be welcomed. Thank...

Why Can’t I Use It For Children’s Sleepwear??

Victoria · 4 months ago

Why Can’t I Use It For Children’s Sleepwear??

Created by Victoria · Updated: 4 months ago

Hello All, I keep seeing gorgeous fabric that says down the selvage ‘Not intended to be used for children’s sleepwear’. I’ve just seen it again on some brushed cotton. Does anyone know why?

The Purple Thang Tool

SewHayleyJane · 4 months ago

The Purple Thang Tool

Created by SewHayleyJane · Updated: 4 months ago

Has anyone come across this "Purple Thang" tool? I'd love to know if you have and what your favourite way to use it is?! sewessential.co.uk/purple-thang

Sewing Machine Recommendations

Loveremade · 4 months ago

Sewing Machine Recommendations

Created by Loveremade · Updated: 4 months ago

Hi All, I have a very basic sewing machine at the moment, and would like to upgrade. I do not have an overlocker either. Is there a sewing machine that could sort of cover both? Mostly for the seam...

Projector

Stefex60 · 4 months ago

Projector

Created by Stefex60 · Updated: 4 months ago

I am currently researching this trying to make a decision. There is so little up to date info for uk based sewers. I do not have a dedicated sewing space so need something small and portable. Any...

What’s In Your Procrastination Pile?

Sam-Whittaker · 5 months ago

What’s In Your Procrastination Pile?

Created by Sam-Whittaker · Updated: 5 months ago

Quick reminder (mostly to myself!) — check your “too hard” project pile I opened one yesterday and realised I’m basically at the finish line. Just buttons and a hem. What are you avoiding that...

Sanda Jacket Inseam Pockets

Tera · 5 months ago

Sanda Jacket Inseam Pockets

Created by Tera · Updated: 5 months ago

I'm getting started on my Sanda Jacket from Merchant and Mills. The hip-length jacket view has front patch pockets whereas the knee-length coat view has inseam pockets. I want all the pockets! Does...

Trying Out A Coverlocker

AnnieRose · 5 months ago

Trying Out A Coverlocker

Created by AnnieRose · Updated: 5 months ago

Hello, I am starting a new thread after my requests below, many thanks for advice & help. I have now found out that Babylock HQ is only 30 minutes drive from me, and I have an appointment to...

Brother 734Ds Overlocker

Laura F · 5 months ago

Brother 734Ds Overlocker

Created by Laura F · Updated: 5 months ago

My overlocker is ill, he keeps bunching up fabric under the foot. The blade is not old, should I change the needles instead in the hope that works and if not put in another blade? Do Hobbycraft sell...

Overlocker With A Variable Speed Control

AnnieRose · 5 months ago

Overlocker With A Variable Speed Control

Created by AnnieRose · Updated: 5 months ago

I'd be glad of advice & shared experience. My 16 year old Janome overlocker works beautifully. However, increasing arthritis in my ankles particularly is making it very difficult for me to...

Woven Fusible Interfacing

Ruthy · 5 months ago

Woven Fusible Interfacing

Created by Ruthy · Updated: 5 months ago

Hi there I use fusible woven interfacing where required but am noticing with a few of the garments after multiple wearing, washing and ironing that the interfacing must have shrunk and the fabric...

Selling My Sewing Machine

MrsB · 6 months ago

Selling My Sewing Machine

Created by MrsB · Updated: 6 months ago

Hi, I have purchased a new sewing machine and am looking to sell my old one, is there anywhere on this forum that I could advertise it for sale? Is that allowed? My apologies if I'm not able to! ...

Trying To Choose An Industrial Sewing Machine

GaliSkye · 6 months ago

Trying To Choose An Industrial Sewing Machine

Created by GaliSkye · Updated: 6 months ago

Hi all :) I'm buying an industrial sewing machine, and I'm stuck on two. Would love to hear your opinions! My choices are between Pfaff 136 6/2bs and a Sunstar km-137a with a recently...

Any Such Thing As An Electronic Overlocker?

Victoria · 6 months ago

Any Such Thing As An Electronic Overlocker?

Created by Victoria · Updated: 6 months ago

Hello all, Does anyone have/or seen an electronic Overlocker that doesn't require a foot pedal for operation? I think I'm wishful thinking....

Mini Iron Recommendations

Cat_sews92 · 6 months ago

Mini Iron Recommendations

Created by Cat_sews92 · Updated: 6 months ago

I'm looking to spend my christmas amazon voucher on a mini iron - does anyone have any recommendations? Or any to avoid? It's more for dressmaking / bag making than quilting so would need to be able...

Cutting Yoke On The Bias

Katherine · 6 months ago

Cutting Yoke On The Bias

Created by Katherine · Updated: 6 months ago

I'm making a shirt and would like to cut the yoke on the bias. Should I do both layers on the bias or just the outside one?! It's a burrito method construction. Thanks!

Any Vintage Sewing Machine Aficionados Out There?

Lelan · 7 months ago

Any Vintage Sewing Machine Aficionados Out There?

Created by Lelan · Updated: 7 months ago

I have a total of four sewing machines. One modern Singer Heavy Duty, a 1950's White 263, a Brother Charger 651 from the same era, and the beauty shown in the picture, which is a 1946 Singer 15-91 I...

Advice Please, Which Fabric Should I Use…?

Adele · 8 months ago

Advice Please, Which Fabric Should I Use…?

Created by Adele · Updated: 8 months ago

Hello I have a charity ball to go to in March. I'm not a dress person so would like to make a jump suit in a floaty enough fabric to look dress like from a distance. I have the pattern for the...

Best Machine For Sewing And Quilting

SewHayleyJane · 8 months ago

Best Machine For Sewing And Quilting

Created by SewHayleyJane · Updated: 8 months ago

I'd love to know if anyone has a machine they recommend for both sewing and quilting? I haven't ever quilted anything bigger than an oven glove which my machine is fine for, but is there a machine...

What Video Sewing Tutorials Would You Like To See?

SewHayleyJane · 8 months ago

What Video Sewing Tutorials Would You Like To See?

Created by SewHayleyJane · Updated: 8 months ago

I am in full on planning mode for filming video tutorials for our Plus members - it's been a little too hot to film anything the last few weeks in a closed up room with studio lights blaring! I'd...