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Nicks Dress - So many bows!

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Thank you so much Anna

Jeans

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Glenda these look amazing, the fit is so good! What ever you've done with the fitting the pattern has worked an absolute treat, and that top stitching is spot on.

Jeans

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

I made another pair of jeans. The original pattern was a Jalie one but I've altered it and adapted it so much that it is now a hybrid of my fittings and Jalie's base. When I first finished them I didn't like them but after wearing them and...

Nicks Dress - So many bows!

Anna · 1 week ago Plus Member

So many bows indeed and I love the third tier

Red Canvas Coat

Rebecca · 1 week ago Ambassador

Thank you! I know there are lots of chore coat style patterns out there, but I love that this one has a raglan sleeve construction. The instructions were great, lots of helpful illustrations.

There's always a first time

Karen · 1 week ago Plus Member

Well this is the first time I have ever done this. My Alexa blouse was, I thought, coming along nicely. My nemesis, collars, went in first time. I top stitched the yokes and did a type of flat felled seam on the sides. I thought I would just try...

Floral Falconer Pants

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

These look amazing Alma!! So much fun. Yes I think you're right about them being cropped - I'm 5'7" and I wish I'd lenghtened them as they swing around my ankles and came out very wide on me because of my hip size

Red Canvas Coat

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

This is so beautiful! I haven't heard of Emily Lightly but this coat looks like such a good one! How were the instructions?

Red Canvas Coat

Rebecca · 1 week ago Ambassador

I recently finished a heavy canvas coat in a bright red color and I love it! The fabric is a 10oz I purchased from Nick of Time Textiles, and the pattern used is Emily Lightly's Marzipan Maker's Coat. I chose the mid length view for this version....

Machines & Equipment

Best machine for sewing AND quilting

Rebecca · 1 week ago Ambassador

I have a Juki Tl-2010Q and it's great for both! It can do free form quilting as well and handles thick layers of fabric beautifully!

Pattern suggestions for Autumn/Winter

Gemma_thedalythread · 1 week ago Ambassador

Yeh that's a good idea - I think the Marlo cardigan would be a good one for over dresses. As for a jumper dress with waist definition, I'm not sure!! Please let us know if you find one Hayley 😊

Floral Falconer Pants

Alma · 1 week ago Ambassador

Soooo happy with the fit on these! I just graded from a size 8 at the waist to a size 10 at the hips and they fit just right. A note on the length, the pattern is meant to be a little bit cropped. I'm 5'5", I think Helen drafts for a 5'6" height...

Floral Falconer Pants

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

Oooh they look funky, fabulous fabric!

Pattern suggestions for Autumn/Winter

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Oh I am right there with you! Every year I say I'm not going to get stuck wearing jeans and jumpers but they are just so easy and warm at this time of year! I'm a big fan of fleece lined leggings with dresses and chunky cardis - but I'd like to...

Nicks Dress - So many bows!

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

I absolutely love my Nicks dress - this gorgeous Bowie fabric is a hand block printed cotton from Hey Sew Sister that she gifted me. It was quite stiff when it arrived but super soft after washing. I love that the neckline on the dress means I can...

Pattern suggestions for Autumn/Winter

Gemma_thedalythread · 1 week ago Ambassador

Hi everyone! I don't know about you but when it comes to this time of year, I really just want to hibernate and I tend to stick to a very boring "uniform" of jeans and a jumper/long sleeved top. I wondered if anyone has any great suggestions of...

Floral Falconer Pants

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Wow!!! That fabic is incredible! These look so amazing Alma, can't wait to see them on!

Floral Falconer Pants

Alma · 1 week ago Ambassador

Fresh off the sewing machine and I'm so so happy with my first Helen's Closet Falconer Pants! The fabric is a light cotton canvas, very very bust but I think it's going to work so well with all the plain jersey tops and jumpers I already have in my...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

Oh that's handy, I'll find your video. Thank you 😊

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Hi Alma, so happy to have you here!! Cannot wait to see your Falconer pants!! Feel free to share a photo in the makers gallery X

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

All of these options are great, the only one I've never worked with is the bamboo poplin so I couldn't give any recommendations on that! They are all lovely, I have a YouTube video on working with satin which used the fabric godmother one.

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

The parents like this one so, I'd better get cracking on working out trousers now clothhouse.com/products/viscose-sateen-celestial-blue

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

Although this one does look amazing even though it is shiny: fabricgodmother.co.uk/bardot-ecovero-viscose-satin-burgundy/

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

Okay so I have been window shopping, I quite like the idea of a viscose sateen as that has a bit of shine but not shiny and i've also found a bamboo poplin that also looks quite nice. The boys will be in black so i'd like to not be in plain...

Introductions

Alma · 1 week ago Ambassador

Hello everyone, I'm Alma! I was born in Italy to Costa Rican parents and moved to the UK at 19. I now live in London with my husband Pat and my sausage dog Roy. I work at Sew Over It and I also have a YouTube channel. I learnt to sew when I was 30...

The Knowledge Base

Favourite Sewing Podcasts

Judi · 1 week ago Ambassador

I love the 'love to sew' podcast - it has some great back episodes xx

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

Amazing thank you, I'll go window shopping and come back armed with links 😊

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Challis is incredibly lightweight and floaty, it would work beautifully but if you want something that has drape but with a little bit of weight then anything that just says Viscose or viscose poplin would work great. Viscose crepe is another great...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

Would a Viscose Challis work in the same way. I'm not sure on the shiny satin. Going to a ball is quite a step out of my confirm zone 😬.

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

Ah perfect thank you

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

ooooh.... *rubs hands together in glee* I would opt if you're up for it trying something like a viscose satin - Fabric Godmother have some beautiful plain coloured ones called Bardot which are amazing Lamazi have this beautiful jacquards - ...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

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 Nina Lee Kewbello Jumpsuit ...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Woven fusible interfacing

Ruthy · 1 week ago Community Member

thank you Kim I will try the suggestions. Recently I've resorted to not using interfacing on facings which has still given a nice finish

Project Diaries

Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

PJ bottoms are finished and they fit great! I cut a size 22 at the waist and graded to a 24 at the hip. I would say they are just about long enough, I'm 5'7" I overlocked the hem and then just turned it up by 1cm. There were a couple of...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Woven fusible interfacing

Kim · 1 week ago Ambassador

Ruthy, you can also pre-shrink fusible interfacing by hovering a steam iron over the interfacing. Obviously make sure it doesn't touch it or you'll have a sticky mess. If you look carefully you can see it shrink fractionally. Also another tip I was...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

What Video Sewing Tutorials Would You Like To See?

Kim · 1 week ago Ambassador

Hi Linda I used to over think pattern-matching. Staring at the fabric for ages trying to figure out where to place my pattern pieces. Eureka.... I finally figured it out and now I pattern-match whenever I can. I love it. I've been working on a...

Luna backpack… and a friend for Hamish

Kim · 1 week ago Ambassador

The colour is amazing. I enjoy bag-making, and haven't made one for a while, though and I'm desperate to make another bag, any bag. This Harris tweed fabric is so lovely 😍

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 1 week ago Ambassador

It's the most pieces I've traced. Took a while believe me, but with some music playing I got into a rhythm. Funnily enough it gave me an opportunity to familiarise myself with the pattern. I'm really looking forward to getting my teeth into it.

Green Combo

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Kim this looks so good! I think you're onto something by actually considering the items your making and how they will go together. These looks gorgeous and top marks on the top stitching!

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

26 pattern pieces?! Wow! Well done for taking the time to trace them all. I've not seen this jacket but it looks beautiful!

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 1 week ago Ambassador

I've started working on the McCall's M8121 jacket. I've got the fabric. A beautiful fine green needlecord corduroy. I've been tracing the paper pieces, all 26 of them, in my size. It's given me a great opportunity to see what's what and plan...

Green Combo

Kim · 1 week ago Ambassador

In the past I just made things that took my fancy, which I absolutely loved, but every time I went to my wardrobe to pick something to wear I struggled to find things that actually worked together. So I actually made a shirt and skirt that work...

The Knowledge Base

Sewing YouTube Channels

Judi · 1 week ago Ambassador

There are a couple more I love Philippa who is Petite_Seams and Pam who is Sweer_Pea_Green Judi x

Luna backpack… and a friend for Hamish

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

Thank you, I was lucky enough to pop into Country Cow Designs shop as I don't live far from them. I know what you mean about the Harris Tweed, I was so so careful cutting out.

Luna backpack… and a friend for Hamish

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

Thank you, I found making the bag okay, I did have to read some of the instructions multiple times before I understood it but I didn't find it too hard too make. I quite like making bags, they're really fun projects.

Luna backpack… and a friend for Hamish

SoLynne-63 · 1 week ago

The bag looks lovely, such a vibrant colour and the wee moosie is so cute. Country Cow hardware is such good quality. I remember the first time I used Harris Tweed I looked at it laid out for weeks before I could pluck up the courage to cut it due to...

Luna backpack… and a friend for Hamish

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Oh my gosh this looks so good Adele!! I love the little toy for Hamish too. There is so much pink going on here and I am here for it. How did you find the Luna?

Luna backpack… and a friend for Hamish

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

After finishing my Lagan coat I had enough fabric left to make a matching bag so I've made the Luna backpack. I did not use foam so this is a soft backpack, I'm also missing a zipper in the main zip as I forgot to pick up a 4th. The main fabric is...

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Hi, you could either download your emails app onto your iPads, or you could copy and paste the link you receive and text it to yourself. Which you can then open on your iPad

Nicks tunic

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Hi Allison, which bit are you struggling with?

Nicks tunic

Allison B · 1 week ago Plus Member

Anyone making the nicks tunic? I am lost on the instructions

Introductions

Shellkarensews12 · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Thanks, I will receive my email on my phone but want to use my iPad for the meeting. How do I do this? ( not great wit technology!! ) 🙈

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Hi Michelle, So lovely to have you here! It's always lovely to hear how many people reignited the love for sewing during lockdown! looking forward to this evening, it's not on zoom, it's much better!! You'll receive a link in your email 10...

Introductions

Shellkarensews12 · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Hi, I'm Michelle from sunny Torquay in Devon. I've been sewing on and off since I was at school but really got into it again during lockdown when I made scrubs then carried on! Love watching Sewing Bee and you tubers to get inspiration. Love...

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

Laura L · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

With it having tiers it would lend itself to using different fabrics, if you have any in your stash that would go together, or you might even be able to squeeze one out of a double duvet. You can sometimes get some good bargains on Vinted and EBay...

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

Laura · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Thanks Hayley. I've got to be honest, I haven't got anything longer than 3.3m in my fabric collection so I might struggle with any stashbusting on this! However, that's really good to know. X

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

So pleased you like the look of it Laura! Yes it is a bit fabric hungry, however.... Like you said you can leave off the bottom tier which finishes just above the knee (I tried this but I prefer slightly below the knee) Or if you want to add the...

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Oooh that will look so good!!

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

Laura · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Thanks for organising this Hayley. I have liked the look of the Nicks dress for a long time but boy does it take a lot of fabric! I don't have anything in my stash that big so I may have to wait until my bank balace is looking a little healthier. The...

Sew over it Antonia

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

I did sign up for tonight and forgot. See you at 7 🙂

Sew over it Antonia

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

It's right up my street this one! It looks beautiful on you

Sew over it Antonia

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Wovens. The fabric I've used only has a small amount of stretch so not 100% if it's a scuba or not. I think it could be adapted for a jersey knit. I might give it a whirl x

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Sew Over It

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Lol it was a good photo opportunity 🤣

Sew over it Antonia

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

This looks gorgeous, was lovely to see you give us a spin after you finished it in the social last night. Is the pattern made for knits or wovens?

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Sew Over It

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Most stylish lady on the beach!! This is a lovely blouse!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Sew Over It

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

It's got to be the Libby blouse for me. The last one I made using g&g linen

Sew over it Antonia

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Couldn't get very good pictures last night but here is the new release from sew over it. As a pattern insider I got early access to make up and give a review Antonia has a tea dress style bodice with a 2 lengths for the skirt. I made the mini...

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Knit and Stitch show Harrogate 2025

Mel · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Last year was my first sewing show. It was so exciting. It was the Harrogate show too. last year I did a couple of classes with an overlocker which was excellent.

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Knit and Stitch show Harrogate 2025

Mel · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Hi Theresa I'm going the Friday and Saturday. I can't remember which day has the most of my classes (it might be Friday) but I have most of the other day to look at all the sellers and exhibitors.

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

Laura L · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

I've managed to get hold of some more of the groovy waves viscose from the shj box on Vinted (possibly from someone on here lol), so got enough for a dress now.

Project Diaries

Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

Debbie B · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Beautiful. Thank you for the link.😃

Project Diaries

Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Here is a much nicer photo of the fabric - sadly it's out of stock now roo-tid.com/product/breeze-twill-fabric-contains-lenzing-ecovero-viscose/#

Project Diaries

Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

I'm so excited - I've been wanting fancy luxe pjs for years but always put them to the back of the list in favour of things that will be worn outside of the house!! No more - my time for fancy pjs is now! Planning to start with the trousers in this...

Big and Tall lounge set

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

These look so good!! I'm going to have to take a look at this range for Andy who's 6'4" and very broad too! He's always complaining I never make him anything!!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

Glenda H · 2 weeks ago Community Member

That neckline looks very like the Sinclair Sofia that I have made. I like the finished sweater - just not the colour - it was an online purchase and looked different on the screen Sinclair have a big size range and this pattern goes up to a size...

Big and Tall lounge set

Glenda H · 2 weeks ago Community Member

I made this for my rather large son who is 6'8" tall with a 54" chest. Everything I have made for him before has had to be lengthened and quite often widened as well so I was happy to find this pattern from Simplicity. Big and Tall 1505. I did the...

Nicks Dress

Katherine · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Amazing! Thank you 😊

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Glenda H · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Such a fabulous make. Thank you for documenting your journey, I enjoyed following along. The coat looks great and you should wear it with pride. The labels and chain hanger make it look really professional.

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Super excited - you can now book your space and get the discount code for the Nicks Pattern - threadysetgo.com/pattern-club So... what is everybody's plans for this one? Share your thoughts and fabric choices here. I've now made two dresses -...

Nicks Dress

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Hi Katherine - yep it's all available now! threadysetgo.com/pattern-club

Nicks Dress

Katherine · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Hi Hayley, do you know when the code for the pattern will be available? Looking forward to this one!

Project Diaries

Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

Debbie B · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Hayley. Those are going to be so fancy. I love that fabric.

Elevenses Backpack

Laura · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Haha yes, that definitely sums up bag making!

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Thank you. I actually saw the pattern on here. It is very large, so I thought I could use it as an overnight bag. It took me longer to cut out and prep the fabric than to sew it.

Project Diaries

Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Dug out from the deepest depths of my WIP box I have decided to finally sew up the Merchant and Mills Winnie Pyjamas that I cut out in Janauary 2023!! I have gone through to check all the pattern pieces - I think the only thing missing is the neck...

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Frocktails Plans

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Oh yeh - you won't be on your own for long!!

Nicks Dress

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Hi Melinda, Yes that's awesome! I definitely need to make the blouse now as well! Feel free to share a photo of the fabric your planning to use, would love to see it!

Tammy Handmade Simi Skirt

Laura · 2 weeks ago Community Member

This looks fab Lesley. I have recently made the Simi in navy cord. It's a lovely pattern and I thought that I had got the sizing ok. However, after wearing it, it is definitely too big on the waist. I'll definitely have to look at that when I make it...

Elevenses Backpack

Laura · 2 weeks ago Community Member

This looks so good Debbie. I've not seen this pattern before.

Testimonials

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Thank you so much to everyone so far who has shared feedback on how they are finding ThreadySetGo, the forum and events. If anyone has anything they would like to add I'd love to share your opinions on social media and in newsletters

Nicks Dress

Melinda · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

I'm so excited the Nicks is the November pattern. I've had tha pattern and dress fabric for quite a while but somehow keep putting off starting it. This will give me the encouragement I need. I've made several of the Nicks tops and love the pattern.

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

DianeH · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Absolutely fantastic result! For someone fairly new to sewing, that is some achievement. You should be very proud of that x

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Oooo Adele, I've just caught up with the thread. Your coat is stunning. Pattern matching looks fabulous. I've really struggled with mine Xxx

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Frocktails Plans

Shellkarensews12 · 2 weeks ago Community Member

No this will be my first ever! I am going on my own but looking forward to meeting others there.

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Thank you so much, and thank you also for making me the 'Make of the Week' that was such a nice surprise to see on your email. I've seen the 'Project Diaries' forum you've added, that's brilliant! 😁

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Knit and Stitch show Harrogate 2025

Arpana · 2 weeks ago

I'm going on Friday, excited as it's my first ever sewing show. I've booked a workshop in the morning. Although I've just realised I can't remember which one, I best find that out! As I've only got the one day I want to leave the rest of the day...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Vintage sewing machine

DrDsews33 · 2 weeks ago

thanks, I'll give it a go!

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

I'm so pleased you have found this to be a good alternative to social media, it's so lovely to read something a little more in depth and be able to take your time over it.

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Frocktails Plans

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Hi Michelle - I definitely know a few people on here are heading to the Plymouth one, it looks so good but unfortunately I don't think I can make it. Did you go to the last one?

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Vintage sewing machine

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

So I haven't done a lot of quilting, but any that I have done I do find that the fabric wants to shift a little and I end up with little tucks where the stitching lines intersect. So if I was planning to do more or a bigger project I would probably...

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

LaTrica · 2 weeks ago

Looks great. Has me thinking of making another winter coat.

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Badger · 2 weeks ago

Thanks so much for sharing this making process on the forum, and what a beautiful result. The coat is amazing. It's really encouraging to read your account of how you've approached the process, worked through any issues and ended up with a fabulous...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Vintage sewing machine

DrDsews33 · 2 weeks ago

I'm still using my 70's Frister and Rossman machine my mother bought me and it's doing well. I don't have a walking foot and would like to try quilting. It seems like an essential tool but I remember doing a quilted item for my baby son in the 90's...

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Frocktails Plans

Shellkarensews12 · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Hi, I'm Michelle in Devon. I'm so looking forward to going to Plymouth Frocktails in March next year. Not sure which frock to make for it yet. Pattern stash needs a good rummage through, or maybe I'll purchase a new one 😀. Looking forward to...

Luna backpack

Linda B · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Adele!! This is so incredible! It looks beautiful you have done a fabulous job on it! I've been sewing over a decade and I've yet to tackle a coat like this one. I'm so pleased you've enjoyed sharing and documenting the journey here, it's been...

Elevenses Backpack

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

No problem, I thought you were maybe having connection issues! Hopefully see you again soon. It's such a lovely bag, definitely one on my list!

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Oh they sound lovely! I've made a few pairs of the Heyday dungarees now! If you are up for sharing photos we'd love to see your beautiful dungarees in the Makers Gallery.

Wellness travel bag

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Hooray to using a long time stash resident!

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 2 weeks ago Community Member

And I am done! One Harris Tweed Itch to Stitch Lagan coat completed 🤩 This has been such a fun challenge. I added a chain hanging loop so I didn't need to unpick the collar to add one and after making a bit of a mess trying to hand sew a button hol...

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Yes. I bought the pattern after I saw a post on here. Thank you. I just used what I had. Heavy canvases so it was hard to sew, but it turned out pretty good. BTW, sorry I missed part of the last social. We had a rainy day and I lost my...

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Gillian-Rose · 2 weeks ago

My favourite thing has been the Heyday Dungarees by Waves & Wild. I took time to make a toile first to get the right fit, then made them in some beautiful African fabric that an African friend gave me. Love them!

Wellness travel bag

Allison B · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Hi Hayley, the hardware was from the bag makers box I subscribed to and fabric was a long time resident in my stash pile not sure where from now 🤭

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Helps to add the link!! sewhouse7.com/collections/pdf-sewing-patterns/products/the-tabor-v-neck

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

The Tabor from Sew House 7 has been one of my favourites, unfortunately the sizing isn't fab and doesn't go up to my size but based on the finished measurements it still works for me

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

As we are now fully into sweater weather season - what are your favourite patterns to stay cosy?

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

The right tools can make all the difference! Good idea to take it up before retirement. What has been your favourite thing to sew?

Elevenses Backpack

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Debbie this looks so good! Is it the Sew Liberated one? The fabric choices are beautiful

Wellness travel bag

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

This looks so lovely Allison! Did you get the fabric or hardware from Country Cow as well?

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Gillian-Rose · 3 weeks ago

I came back to sewing a year or so before I retired, because I wanted to establish a creative hobby, knowing that I would have time for it when I retired. My daughter had got into sewing, and I was inspired by her. At first I found it quite...

Wellness travel bag

Allison B · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Hi everyone, it's been a while that I have posted a finished project but i can say i finally have one to post . Due to health issues I have to take a lot of just in case items with me when I go anywhere. I used to have a little bag with things...

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Phew -I finally finished my backpack. I bought the pattern in July, but didn't start it til a week ago. Just finished today. Some of my fabric choices were a bit thick. But I love how it turned out. I think I'll use it as an overnight bag.

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Oh perfect thank you, I will get one of those x

My duvet dress!

Lesley · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

DianeH · 3 weeks ago Community Member

It's looking fantastic! Really come together nicely. Well done.

My duvet dress!

DianeH · 3 weeks ago Community Member

For the bodice lining you can use the same or different fabric. For this one I used the same fabric, but for my wool one I have bought some plain cotton in a toning colour for the lining. Also to prevent any itching, with it being wool (although it...

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Lesley · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Looks stunning, love the colours. I've used a chain hanger on coats, which you can hand sew on, Amazon, Etsy etc have them, saves unpicking your beautiful collar

My duvet dress!

DianeH · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Thank you Linda x

Luna backpack

Lesley · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

This looks gorgeous Linda

My duvet dress!

Lesley · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

I've just ordered this pattern, I've got some chambray which might work for this, if I've got enough🤔 did you line the bodice , with the main fabric?

Fat Quarter Girls

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

youtu.be/9afLnHacFRY?si=lF294YMbNDRyUI7X I love this, so much fun!!

Luna backpack

Linda B · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

hi Hayley no I didn't I do have a Green Machine but didn't have any rose gold studs and wanted it all to match

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Oooh amazing will add them to my list Jiya thank you!

Luna backpack

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Yes this looks so good Linda! The fabrics work really well together. Did you use rivets on the strap keepers?

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Wow Adele it looks sooo good! The labels are such a brilliant touch and hats off on the self covered buttons - I honestly don't think anything else would have been right! I can't wait to see how it looks on!

Luna backpack

Linda B · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

What a challenge but loved making this now onto the next bag

My duvet dress!

Linda B · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

what a lovely dress a very pretty fabric too well done

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Arpana · 3 weeks ago

The finished article is beautiful & I love that you documented your journey of making it.

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 3 weeks ago Community Member

I've now managed to sew in the shoulder pads and the lining (after unpicking part of it the first time as the collar mysteriously disappeared when turned out 🙄🤦🏽‍♀️), I've top stitched around the outside to keep everything in place. I need to do...

Fixed Issue In Socials

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Hi Janice, I'm so sorry I've only just spotted that - will drop you a quick email now

Fixed Issue In Socials

Janice B · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

I couldn't get on today. Sorry I know I tried emailing you, and I don't know if I did it correctly Janice

FG Arbre Coat - The Sheep Coat

Jasmin · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Hello! I'm very worried about the colour! I'm very good at making a mess! 😂😂 I'm not using the lining, to be honest I was rather annoyed it comes separately! 🙊

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Jiya · 3 weeks ago

Thanks Hayley Did I see somewhere on this Forum you were looking for sewing related reads? The Lost Seamtress and The Hidden Thread both by Liz Trenow are very good reads 📚 xx

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Turning very narrow loops

Anna · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

That sounds like a good technique! Well have to give it a try.

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Turning very narrow loops

DianeH · 3 weeks ago Community Member

I've seen that technique - must give it a try sometime.

My duvet dress!

DianeH · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Thank you Debbie x

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Turning very narrow loops

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Yes I love these tools! I've also seen a technique (which funnily enough I've just filmed a tutorial on) where you use a piece of piping cord - wrap your fabric around the cord RST and sew across the short end through the cord. Then use a zipper foot...

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

"even when I'm reaching for the unpicker" love that! yes I agree, it's such a meditative task sometimes.

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

I'm so happy to hear the boxes gave you the motivation to get back into sewing during lockdown! Also so wonderful to hear the overlocker workshop gave you a boost too, sometimes it's really good to learn something new

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

They definitely aren't tested, things don't match up properly, i've even seen one with two zips!

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Yes exactly this, It has it's place but not when it's used to replicate creativity - you could even ask it to write you a novel about XYZ... it would be a terrible replication of anothers work

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Turning very narrow loops

LaTrica · 3 weeks ago

I also use a turning set. It's a series of tubes of different sizes. This is similar but I think mine is a different brand.

Turning Set

Little Parker

philippa007 · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

love babies, congratulations x

My duvet dress!

Debbie B · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Very pretty. I love the fabric.

Novembers Pattern Club - Guess The Guests

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Who do you think will be joining me on Wednesday 25th November? Here are some clues for you... we have a pattern designer from Canada, a fabric shop curator from Scotland and a special guest who has recently made a few TV appearances!

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

sew_itz_vicki · 3 weeks ago Community Member

I'm not keen... I was actually talking about this earlier with my son, and sure, there are some things that are helpful like automation of repetitive tasks, but we were talking about how AI just can't replicate human creativity like music, art,...

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

sew_itz_vicki · 3 weeks ago Community Member

I absolutely love sewing. For me, it's time to completely switch off from everything else that's going on. I find that even just half an hour sewing, with my headphones in listening to music really helps me feel calm - even when I'm reaching for...

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Jiya · 3 weeks ago

A housemate introduced me to sewing and helped me sew my wedding dress. I sewed on and off for a few years. Made a few items when my children were small. Then had a huge gap of years! Until lockdown. I started again in lockdown the greatest discovery...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Turning very narrow loops

DianeH · 3 weeks ago Community Member

I don't make many straps or ties, but I have used the Prym turning tool set on a narrow button loop. The set comes with three different thicknesses of tubes and sticks and is very easy to use.

My duvet dress!

DianeH · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Thank you Jane. It is a bit difficult to see on this fabric, but the ties are attached into the seams of the front and back panels, so four ties altogether. Not quite a princess seam but similar. You can tie them at the sides or the front and back,...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Turning very narrow loops

JaneSewsALot · 3 weeks ago

I have been trying to sew very narrow loops of fabric to make ties - but they are so narrow I'm struggling with the safety pin method - does anyone have any suggestions?

My duvet dress!

JaneSewsALot · 3 weeks ago

This looks great, I haven't come across this pattern before, are the ties in the side seams?

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

JaneSewsALot · 3 weeks ago

these are fantastic, I've never tried quilting before but definitely inspired to give it a go

FG Arbre Coat - The Sheep Coat

JaneSewsALot · 3 weeks ago

I saw this in a few unboxings on YouTube, it looks very snuggly, but I would be terrified wearing a cream colour, I just know I'd get all sorts down it! Excited to see it come together. Are you using the lining add on?

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

JaneSewsALot · 3 weeks ago

This is looking so beautiful - I love the colour of the fabric and think you've done a fantastic job on the pattern matching.

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

I'm so sorry to hear of your husband Anna, I'm so glad you were able to find an outlet in sewing to help you through such a tough time. And Sashiko is a lovely way to destress. I can only imagine the rabbit hole of updates in technology and...

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Glenda H · 4 weeks ago Community Member

That's looking fabulous and you've done it so quickly! I'd still be dithering about pattern placement at this stage !!

Crafters Corner

Knitting Introductions

Wendy_sews64 · 4 weeks ago

I make a lot of vanilla socks too. My husband and son love them.

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

It's so lovely to see this coming together, it looks so beautiful! The lining complememnts the main fabric beautifully.

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

Hehe... those pesky kits!

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 4 weeks ago Community Member

And the lining... all I need now is the shoulder pads to pop in and then I can attach the lining to the main coat and do the button holes. 😊

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

Wendy_sews64 · 4 weeks ago

I downloaded the images from the band website and printed them onto photo fabric (paper backed fabric for printers).

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 4 weeks ago Community Member

Sleeves are now on, I had initial sewn them on the wrong way wrong so unpicked and put them on the right way. Sleeve caps are in place so I just need to sew in the shoulder pads which are in the post. And then the lining.

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Anna · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

I used to sew a lot before I was married and initially when I had young children, but my husband resented my time spent doing it, and it was placed on the back burner. However, having lost my husband to cancer 4 years ago, I couldn't face doing...

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

LaTrica · 4 weeks ago

I started quilting only as a way to use up fabric scraps. Then I got distracted by 3 different quilt kits. After years I'm back to my initial plan for a patchwork quilt.

My duvet dress!

DianeH · 4 weeks ago Community Member

Thank you. I'm not normally a dress person, but I did like the look and simplicity of this one. I'll be making up my good version very soon, ready for the special event we are going to.

My duvet dress!

Lesley · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

This looks great Diane. I keep looking at this pattern, can't decide if I need another dress/pattern......

My duvet dress!

DianeH · 4 weeks ago Community Member

Thank you Hayley. It does fit nicely, so the sizing seems to be OK. I can't edit the original post but my sizing is actually 8, 10, 12 bust, waist, hips, not as I posted, so I have gone down two sizes from bust size!

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

Wendy this is so amazing to hear how sewing helped your recovery, as well as the stresses of life! It's so important to have some kind of outlet for that isn't it?

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

Ah... when technology works well! This is incredible! I love the bats too - where did you get the band image panels from?

My duvet dress!

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

This looks great, I think the fabric is really pretty but imagine will look gorgeous in the fabric you were showing us in the social!

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

Wendy_sews64 · 4 weeks ago

I did it all on my embroidery machine - I just loaded in the designs and threaded the machine. Surprisingly each block only took 10-15 minutes.

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Wendy_sews64 · 4 weeks ago

I started sewing again in 2007 (after a 20 year hiatus). It was my way of coping with the stress of a full-time job, a family, a home and sick parents. Sewing was a way to slow my mind down and take time for myself. When I was diagnosed with...

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

These are both so beautiful Wendy!! You did all the embroidery on the garden one???

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

Wendy_sews64 · 4 weeks ago

I'm disappointed at the amount of AI content and images which are appearing everywhere. AI generated patterns for sewing (or any other craft) aren't usually proofread or tested. The instructions are often incomplete or assume the purchaser knows...

My duvet dress!

DianeH · 4 weeks ago Community Member

I started this dress at the online social this morning and finished it this afternoon. Not too sure on the fabric which is an IKEA duvet cover, but this was a practice for making in a nicer fabric for a bit of a do in November. It's the Sewing...

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

Wendy_sews64 · 4 weeks ago

I love making quilts and often make them as presents. My friend was 70 in September and my husband was 60 earlier this month, so I made them both quilts. I used my embroidery machine to make a series of garden themed blocks for my friend's...

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

That's such a shame - I think the price is definitely a good indicator of whether a pattern is AI - most are selling at a constant 70% off so around £3 total - we know how much effort it takes to produce a sewing pattern and I would be wary of...

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

Thank you 😊 and yes it does have inseam pockets on the side seam.

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Glenda H · 1 month ago Community Member

That looks really good. You were always going to have difficulty matching the plaid on that design so I think the work you have done is great. Most people won't notice the offset on the back - have you seen ready to wear stuff?!! It's only us sewists...

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

Glenda H · 1 month ago Community Member

I'm not a fan as it tends to give generic and not entirely accurate information to any questions asked and some of the images can be a bit creepy. It seems to be showing up more and more though. As to sewing patterns I was watching one YouTuber...

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I have been having lots of conversations recently about AI and thinking about whether or not it has a place in the sewing/craft industry. Our social media feeds are becoming flooded with AI generated images and videos but what about thinks like...

Jacket turned gilet after brain fog.

LaTrica · 1 month ago

Great job saving it. It all looks intentional.

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

Thank you, I do like it and the sewing is pretty neat as I've been really concentrating and stopping myself from rushing it. I'm sure when I've finished it, it will look amazing 😊

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

You have done such a great job- the pattern matching looks so good, it's a really hard thing to do especially when you have so many seams creating different shapes. This is not easy you should be really proud of yourself

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

The skirt is on. Part of me is a little disappointed that with the back of the coat the fabric pattern is off so the difference in the bodice and the skirt is really obvious. However the front left of the coat has matched perfectly (the other...

Luna Video Tutorials Delay

Linda B · 1 month ago Plus Member

ah I thought so as she hadn't mentioned it but I won't worry about them yet not sure that she is very clear regarding these. Thank you ...

Luna Video Tutorials Delay

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

The longer straps don't get attached until the whole bag is finished and they get threaded throught the bottom strap connectors

Luna Video Tutorials Delay

Linda B · 1 month ago Plus Member

Thank s Hayley for these but I am just at the bit where I am going to attach the back panel to the Zipper panel on the putting it all together phase. But with the instructions I have and also looking at the you tube video "sew a luna back pack" I...

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

LaTrica · 1 month ago

I think the contrast in colors and patterns will be beautiful.

Jacket turned gilet after brain fog.

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

That looks brilliant and I love the hood!

Jacket turned gilet after brain fog.

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

This looks great, I think the hood works really well! Well done on persevering with it, I think I'd have left it in the naughty corner a lot longer than you did!

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Glenda H · 1 month ago Community Member

Wow, that is looking fabulous!! Well done on your progress so far. (So glad Hamish is able to do quality control for you, it's the purrfect job for him). You've done a great job with the pattern matching.

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I'm so excited!! And Hamish is looking very comfy there

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

This is looking so good Adele! Amazing work on the pattern matching

Jacket turned gilet after brain fog.

Glenda H · 1 month ago Community Member

Well, I've finally finished the gilet which was supposed to be a jacket. I was using some corduroy off cuts that I had in my personal resource centre and some lining fabric that I have had for years so a stash buster project really. It was only...

Making what I can picture in my head a reality… padded jacket with zip off sleeves….

Glenda H · 1 month ago Community Member

That looks great! You should be very pleased with yourself. I've just made a padded jacket which became a gilet after the sleeves were wrong somehow so I feel your pain with sewing it all together.

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

Let the sewing commence... I've got the bodice all sewn up and I'm really pleased with how well I've managed to match the horizontal lines on the fabric. I have realised that I have sewn the collar on the wrong way up so I do need to unpick that...

Luna Video Tutorials Delay

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

So sorry for delay in getting the Luna video tutorials up - the first half are ready for you but unfortunately our hard drive has corrupted and we have lost all the editing of the second half. Luckily I still have the original videos but need to...

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

I have very very carefully cut out the main fabric taking care to match the horizontal lines across the fabric pieces 🤞🏼after the advice from the ladies on the social, with some "help" from Hamish 🐈 who was fascinated with this fabric. I don't...

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

DianeH · 1 month ago Community Member

Looking forward to seeing this come to life! This coat was on my list but I decided to try another one in the end (Atelier Jupe Alex Coat), although I have yet to make it in my good wool fabric - hopefully this year! I actually had some of that...

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Oh I am 100% on board with going off piste on the lining and having a bit of fun with it!

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

Yes fully lined and I'm going to use this, I know a pink/purple would go better but the shop didn't have that colour and that's the fun with lining, you can use whatever you like.

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I absolutely love this Adele, cannot wait to see the progress. That fabric is so beautiful, will it be lined?

FG Arbre Coat - The Sheep Coat

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

Oh amazing! Good luck with it, can't wait to see it 😊

Documenting the making of the Lagan coat in a fuschia Harris Tweed…

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

I'm not on social media so thought I would create a thread here to document and share the making of the Itch to Stitch Lagan Coat🧥in a fuschia Harris Tweed that I treated myself to with some birthday money last month, adding photos as I go ending...

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

This is wonderful Adele - the joy in the process of making is just as amazing as the joy of the finished thing! I'm so pleased as well that you have found somewhere you feel comfortable to be yourself, this makes me so happy!

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I love how it made you feel more confident - especially as a child to find the thing that gets you excited!!

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

For me, I've found my calm place. Sewing is where I can completely switch off from everything else and enjoy the creativity. I find so much joy in the making that It doesnt matter whether I making something for myself or someone else, I just love...

Free Social - Wednesday 15th October

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Sorry to hear that, hope you feel better soon!

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Kim · 1 month ago Ambassador

When I found sewing, I felt very comfortable. I found something where I could relax and be myself. I learnt to sew at school. I was a very shy, introverted child, but sewing made me happy and very excitable!! I bought a sewing machine with my...

Spam Bots

sewandyjane · 1 month ago Coder

No worries :) I'm still fine tuning the spam detection and we've had a few false positives, so I'll keep tweaking the system so we can just have lovely chats about sewing and crafts without spammers trying to tell us about cryptocurrency!

Free Social - Wednesday 15th October

Ejxx · 1 month ago

Hi! i was hoping to join in but I'm not feeling well enough. I hope everyone has a fun time

A few of my Llama Jean Craft creations

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I love a Christmas craft fair, hope they go well!

Free Social - Wednesday 15th October

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Ooh that tie dress looks lovely, and always love a free pattern, especially for those basics!

Free Social - Wednesday 15th October

DianeH · 1 month ago Community Member

For the t-shirt I was going to make another Pattern Emporium Keep it Simple Tee, which I have just finished, but I think am going to go back to the Love Notions Classic Tee, which is a free pattern. For the dress I am making the Sewing Therapy Tie...

Introductions

Karen R · 1 month ago

Thank you! I'm always looking for new ideas to upcycle jeans and I'm currently making an iPad sleeve for a customer which features the front pocket.

A few of my Llama Jean Craft creations

Karen R · 1 month ago

I've just started to sell at craft fairs this year and have done four so far. I have some more lined up before Christmas so I'm hoping the Christmas decrations will be popular. They're a great way to use up the scraps.

The bag is done

Linda B · 1 month ago Plus Member

very sensible Karen

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

For me, sewing started as a way to flex a creative muscle, and as a way of sewing vintage styles in my size but of course has become so much more than that. I have found a community, I am so much more confident taking to you guys about sewing than...

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

This could get emotional, but I'd love to hear what sewing means to you? Whether it's a way to flex your creative muscles, an endeavour to learn new skills, it helps to calm your mind or you've found new friends because of it?

Free Social - Wednesday 15th October

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Hi Diane, really looking forward to meeting you! Both projects sound great, I definitely need some autumn/winter layering pieces. What pattern are you using?

The bag is done

Karen · 1 month ago Plus Member

Thank you Linda, Apart from making some simple tote bags years ago this is the first bag I have made. I didn't want to make a bag that I wouldn't use so I went straight for something I liked.

The bag is done

Karen · 1 month ago Plus Member

Hi Jasmin,thank you - it's from bagstock bags and the Belamour cross body bag.

The bag is done

Karen · 1 month ago Plus Member

Hayley it's a very thin vinyl I think. I bought it from thimbles, fabrics n crafts

Making what I can picture in my head a reality… padded jacket with zip off sleeves….

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

Thank you, I'm really enjoying the socials, now need to get better with the forums 😊

Free Social - Wednesday 15th October

DianeH · 1 month ago Community Member

I am going to join in for this one. I am in north Nottinghamshire. I may either be tracing out a dress pattern, which I need to make up in time for a 'bit of a do' in November, or starting another t-shirt - I need more long sleeved tops for the...

Good week in the sewing room

Linda B · 1 month ago Plus Member

This dress is so nice it really suits you I love the fabric.

Good week in the sewing room

Linda B · 1 month ago Plus Member

hi Lesley these are great, you have been busy!

The bag is done

Linda B · 1 month ago Plus Member

love this Karen it's gorgeous I am just at the beginning of this sort of bag making this is very inspirational thank you.

Making what I can picture in my head a reality… padded jacket with zip off sleeves….

Linda B · 1 month ago Plus Member

Well done am so very pleased for you I know you were struggling with it on the social glad you made it happen! it looks great

Making what I can picture in my head a reality… padded jacket with zip off sleeves….

Kathy_Sews · 1 month ago Community Member

Soooo impressive!

Making what I can picture in my head a reality… padded jacket with zip off sleeves….

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Yes Adele!! this is such an ambitious project for anyone, let alone someone new to sewing, this is incredible! It's been lovely to see your progress with this in the socials too, you had us all scratching our head. It looks so good, both as a jacket...

Padded gilet

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

That looks brilliant and I love the orange zips with the blue!

Making what I can picture in my head a reality… padded jacket with zip off sleeves….

Adele · 1 month ago Community Member

I love a gilet but also love the idea of a jacket with zip off sleeves to become a gilet so with the Twig and Tale Forrester coat pattern in my stash (never made before) I thought why not, let's have a go. Oh and why not quilt it (not done that...

Help Please

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

You got this Linda!

Help Please

Linda B · 1 month ago Plus Member

thank you Hayley I have ordered them from CountryCow Designs I am determined to crack this bag making!

Help Please

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Hi Linda, yes you need continuous zipper tape and pulls, the tutorials are nearly ready and one of them shows you how to do this. I got mine here. littlestitchersews.co.uk/collections/zipper-tape-and-pulls

FG Arbre Coat - The Sheep Coat

Jasmin · 1 month ago Plus Member

Thanks Hayley - everyone basically convinced me! It's all cut out now - surprisingly didn't have to hoover afterwards! 🤔 good news for when I start to sew it up hopefully it's not going to cause a fluffy mess! 😂