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Frocktails Plans

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Are you planning to join a Frocktails event? Share your plans and finished makes here!

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Knit and Stitch show Harrogate 2025

Mel · 1 week ago Plus Member

I've booked onto general dressmaking sessions, setting sleeves and seam/edging finishing, plus making oven gloves with an overlocker (curved seams!) and one for using and getting confident on some of the slightly more unusual/elusive machine feet.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Autumn Sewing

Bumblebee · 1 week ago Community Member

Yes, I had a request for a dress suitable for an end of year 11/gcse celebration. It's nearly 2 years away, but I will need that time as I am so busy!

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Help with pattern adjustment please!

anna_sews81 · 1 week ago

Ah ok, that makes sense thank you! I think my waist point is actually quite high too, so that would create extra distance to the fullest part of the hip. Thank you so much for your advice!

Machines & Equipment

The Purple Thang tool

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

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 Challenges, Competitions and Events

Sew Phoenix September

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

This is the pattern that I am recreating. This is the Sew Over It Alex Shirt from their City Break E-book all the way back in 2016. This fabric was the very first fabric I sent in the Classic Boxes which went out in October and was called Autumn...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Autumn Sewing

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Ooh lots on your list!! Wow that Simplicity dress is something special... are you making it for an ocassion?

Padded gilet

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Glenda this looks gorgeous!! That's going to keep you nice and toasty!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Autumn Sewing

Bumblebee · 1 week ago Community Member

I'm planning to do the Lillian fitted blouse from sew over it, sinclair eden wrap dress and the tempete blouse from maison fauve. I have a big project which will take some time (more like over the winter!) which is a dress pattern from simplicity...

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Knit and Stitch show Harrogate 2025

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Oh wow Mel that sounds so good!!! Which workshops did you book onto?

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Knit and Stitch show Harrogate 2025

Mel · 1 week ago Plus Member

Is anyone going to the Harrogate knit and stitch show in November? Have you booked any workshops/classes? I've booked on, I'm going on 2 days. I got a bit excited and booked a day of workshops!

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Help with pattern adjustment please!

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Don't forget the hip line will be your fullest area normally around your bum - not where your hip bones are. So mark a point on the pattern where that hip line is and grade down to there, making the curve smooth and gradual between the two points...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Help with pattern adjustment please!

anna_sews81 · 1 week ago

Hi! Thanks for your reply. I'm looking really at skirts and dresses. I'm a way off trousers that aren't elasticated! So it's ok just to use a French curve? It's just such a short distance from waist to hips on most patterns, and such a big size...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Help with pattern adjustment please!

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Hi Anna thanks so much for posting, I totally get the frustration here, my waist and hips can sometimes have a difference of 5 sizes - every pattern company is totally different though. What types of garments are you looking at making at the...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Help with pattern adjustment please!

anna_sews81 · 1 week ago

Hi everyone! I'm a beginner dressmaker, not a confident one as yet! I'm just starting to move towards fitting patterns to my size without using gathering but have come across a big problem. I'm finding that with basically all patterns my waist,...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Autumn Sewing

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Great plans Karen!! The Marlo looks so cosy, sounds like you've got plenty to be getting on with

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Autumn Sewing

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Ooh loving these plans Debbie, ah I feel like I'm always on a never ending hunt for the perfect boots

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Oh wow!! This looks so funky!! I love it

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Autumn Sewing

Bumblebee · 1 week ago Community Member

I recently made the Cuba libre dress - it's a great pattern and fit. I love Maison Fauve patterns (they have some gorgeous fabrics as well).

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

Bumblebee · 1 week ago Community Member

Is this the best place to share our Lycy makes? I'm a bit late to the party (sewing machine broke down so now have a backlog of projects to do!), but here's my make. It's big, bold and a bit bonkers, but makes me smile even though the pattern...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Autumn Sewing

Karen · 1 week ago Plus Member

Ooh, it froze and when I tried to edit, it submitted it. So sorry for typos. My other plans are to finally pluck up courage to sew that metropolis jacket - just get that fba done on the pattern. I think that might be a complex make. Finally, I...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Autumn Sewing

Karen · 1 week ago Plus Member

I have a Maison Fauve Cuba Libra dress cut out to sew before I really get into autumn sewing. But I also have a Marlo card and Mitchell jeans cut out fir me and a trudy turtleneckand maisie blouse cut out for my daughter.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Autumn Sewing

Debbie B · 1 week ago Community Member

I actually bought an old quilt in solid blue at Goodwill (2nd hand store) for $6.99 and I plan on making a jacket with it. I also bought a plaid flannel on clearance at a quilt shop and I am planning on making a shacket. I have too many single...

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

It took quite a few weeks! I aimed to get the anniversary one finished for our anniversary but failed by a week or so.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Autumn Sewing

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

What are you excited to sew for the autumn?

What A Night!

Han · 1 week ago Plus Member

I think between 1h30 and 2h is fine!

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Also gorgeous, so intricate!

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Glenda this is absolutely incredible!!! What a beautiful thing to make, how long did it take you?

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Hi Glenda, so lovely to have you joining us! That's really cool you used to own a brewery and run pubs!! What sort of things do you enjoy sewing?

What A Night!

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Thank you so much for your feedback Han, that's super helpful! Was 2 hours too long for this or ok?

What A Night!

Han · 1 week ago Plus Member

I really enjoyed it. I actually think having the whole session like that was better than splitting off into groups - we're there to hear from them so more time doing that makes sense to me!

Machines & Equipment

Dressform

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

I've had two over the years. The first one fell apart from old age and I had to replace her. My current one is adjustable and I have covered her with a knit covering under which is an old bra of mine and lots of wadding to replicate my shape - lots...

For Fun - What Kind Of Stitcher Are You?

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

I'm sort of a mix of them all - the perfectionist is the dominant one followed closely by the chaos queen - but it's MY chaos and I know where everything is - roughly..... Well, sometimes.....

Padded gilet

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

I made this gilet based on Burda 6337. It's bodged together as I bought the wrong length zip and had to fudge it to make it fit. I also lined and padded the gilet and turned it through instead of using bias binding on the edges. The turquoise...

Introductions

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

Hello everyone, my name is Glenda and I have been sewing for as long as I can remember. I made my sister's teddy a pair of trousers when I was about 8 - So 60 plus years ago!! I like dressmaking, machine embroidery, some quilting, textile art and...

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

My tree of life quilt

The Sewing Place

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Ah glad it's there... hopefully we can take some inspiration from it and work to make this forum as incredible!

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

My 50th anniversary quilt.

The Sewing Place

LadyGresley · 2 weeks ago

Yup, it's still going, it's a nice friendly community, always open to new members of course!

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

Glenda H · 2 weeks ago Community Member

I'll look some out and post them soon.

Where to find pattern club discount info

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Hi Vicki - my apologies all the information went up today and you can now access the discount code. threadysetgo.com/pattern-club

"suede" hobo bag

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

This looks so good! The fabric definitely looks like suede! I'm definitely ready to lean into autumn/fall sewing now, this is perfect.

Patchwork lined jacket

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

This is gorgeous!!! Forget the wearable toile this needs to be centre stage!!

Crafters Corner

Knitting Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Aw I love a vanilla sock!!! sounds like a great way to keep your hands busy!

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Ooh they all sound amazing Glenda, I love the idea of the photo quilt too. If you have any photos and are happy to share of any of your quilts we'd love to see them!

Patchwork lined jacket

LittleHeleneSews · 2 weeks ago

Thanks Jade 😊.

Patchwork lined jacket

Jade · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

This is lovely! I would love to have a go at making a pathwork jacket as a quilter! I cant wait to see your next one :)

Crafters Corner

Quilters Introduce Yourself

Glenda H · 2 weeks ago Community Member

I use my embroidery machine to make blocks and then sew them together on my regular machine. I prefer pictorial quilts so I've done bookshelf quilts, a tree of life wall hanging, stained glass quilts, and so on. Earlier this year I made a photo quilt...

Crafters Corner

Knitting Introductions

Glenda H · 2 weeks ago Community Member

I'm not a knitter by any stretch of the imagination except for socks. I almost always have a pair on the go. Not interesting fancy socks just vanilla socks that I can knit without thinking whilst watching You tube sewing vlogs. I use dpns as I just...

The Sewing Place

Glenda H · 2 weeks ago Community Member

The sewing place is still going. I'm not sure why you can't get on. There were issues a few weeks ago but they seem to be resolved now. I post on there regularly as the diary thread lets me record my sewing journey. I hope you manage to connect...

"suede" hobo bag

ginger_sewdio · 2 weeks ago

and sorry for all the grammar errors, just read it back and cant edit

"suede" hobo bag

ginger_sewdio · 2 weeks ago

Lately I've been seeing a lot of brown suede hobo bags in stores and ofcourse I had to make one myself. I didn't find any real suede in fabric stores or online (not sure if i could even sew it on my machine), but I did find a polyester fabric...

What A Night!

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Hi Kim, yes it can be found at the bottom of the video tutorial series for the Lucy - threadysetgo.com/video-tutorials/lucy-tshirt-and-dress-tutorials

What A Night!

Kim · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Is there a link to this podcast Hayley? I'd love to listen to it. Thanks

Patchwork lined jacket

LittleHeleneSews · 2 weeks ago

This summer I made my first jacket, with lining. This is a wearable toile. I didn't have enough plain fabric but I had a 3 staches if the same fat quarters I decided to saw together. The pattern is from the DK Dressmaking book.

Where to find pattern club discount info

Vicki_Sewsclothes · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Hi, a wanted to get the pattern for September's pattern club but I'm not sure where I find the discount code etc? I'm a plus member but when I click on the Pattern Club tab I can't see anything. Thank you in advance for any help anyone can offer :)

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Sew Phoenix September

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Are you taking part in September's challenge hosted by Sam @sew.letssparkle, Rachael @thefrenchseams and Katherine @sewvertonmakery It’s a fun challenge asking sewing enthusiasts to recreate a past project that they would love to breathe new...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Greetings and need help: quilt with mass-loaded vinyl inside

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

I would say extra strong thread is a great way to go for this project, I imagine it would be a little thicker than regular thread - so should be ok with those stronger needles as well. Can't wait to see the progress

Lucy Dress

Jade · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Ooh, the teal is a lovely fabric! I liked the thickness of it. Ahhh no! 😭 It was the first time I had added a neck band like that and it did confuse me a bit until I watched the tutorial.

Lucy Dress

Emma E · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Yeah ... I'll try the proper way next time 😆

What A Night!

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Wow... last night's live event with Rosie, Alma and Andrea was sooo good, the conversation just kept on flowing!! I'd love to hear what you thought? What was your favourite golden nugget from the evening? I'm definitely looking forward to...

Lucy Dress

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Ah did you do it as a band instead of a binding? I think both ways look really nice!

Lucy Dress

Emma E · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

These are gorgeous! I made one in the same teal fabric. I realised in pattern club meeting last night that I'd inserted my neck band wrong though ha ha! I'll know for next time as I'm definitely making more of these,

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

Lyn B · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Any recommendations for a flexible glue on stretch fabric

Lesley · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Thanks for the recommendation Wendy, I'm going to try this on leggings.

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Greetings and need help: quilt with mass-loaded vinyl inside

mrbeefybus · 2 weeks ago

Thanks so much for the response and encouragement, SewHayleyJane! I appreciate you. I'll start experimenting with 100/16 needles as you suggest! I've just ordered a few different varities in that size, including the denim (thanks!), leather,...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Greetings and need help: quilt with mass-loaded vinyl inside

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Hi Jody, Wow this is such an exciting project!! I'd love to see some photos of the progress! In terms of your questions.... I haven't ever sewn with those materials so can't give first hand knowledge here... but I would imagine you'd need a...

Lucy Dress

Kathy_Sews · 2 weeks ago Community Member

love them both!

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Really beautiful Emma!! that fabric is gorgeous too

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

Kathy_Sews · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Looks beautiful!

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Greetings and need help: quilt with mass-loaded vinyl inside

mrbeefybus · 3 weeks ago

So first off - thanks for reading this! New here, and sorry to open with a question, but I gotta be that guy. We're building a school-bus-to-RV conversion, and I wish to fabricate what are essentially small quilts that will go over each window....

Neck and shoulder problems from too much sewing ☹️

Alison L · 3 weeks ago

Thanks! I have raised the pedal with a makeshift wooden tray, but I'm on the lookout for something better. Will investigate the sewing chair.

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Any recommendations for a flexible glue on stretch fabric

Wendy_sews64 · 3 weeks ago

I have used Vlieseline Stretchfix tape for hemming jersey fabrics.

Neck and shoulder problems from too much sewing ☹️

Wendy_sews64 · 3 weeks ago

I'm quite short, so I bought myself a Horn sewing chair. It wasn't cheap but it is fully adjustable and has really helped. I also have my old office footrest which I use to raise the foot pedal on the sewing machine.

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

Emma E · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Done!!!! Loving it!!! Really nice sew 😀

Lucy Pattern Club - Questions for the guests

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

If you have any questions you'd like me to ask Rosie, Alma or Andrea in Wednesday's event you can pop them here!

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Don't worry, it's super easy - we use a different system that is actually, I think, a lot easier than zoom. You'll recieve a link about 10 minutes before the event, click the link and when prompted allow access to your camera and microphone. And...

Lucy Dress

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

These looks so good!!! Love them both

Lucy Dress

Jade · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Loved making the Lucy dress. So much so that I made two! I had to take out 3 inches from the length as it was just too long. First one is the green one which I followed my measurements for, but I found the skirt a bit big around the hips. My...

Lucy dress

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

This looks so beautiful Sue, look at your happy face too!! Hope you're having a gorgeous time

Lucy dress

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Such an lovely quick sew. This viscose jersey from simple life fabrics (unfortunately now retired) was great to work with and the creases just fall out. Great for packing light. We've been really lucky with the weather,

My latest SHJ stashbuster

Kelly · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

thank you so much Jasmine! I love it! I have many versions planned for next spring Summer 💖

My latest SHJ stashbuster

Kelly · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

thank you Hayley! I love it so much! The fabric is perfect! It is the best feeling. I have many more planned 💖

Sewing Advice & Techniques

What Video Sewing Tutorials Would You Like To See?

Kelly · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

the skirt will need lining as well 💖

Introductions

allyson · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Thank you, I am looking forward to my 1st zoom session next week.. My very first attempt at zoom. Yikes!! Hope I don't bottle it!! I love 50s fashion. It is so stylish and looks great whatever your age.

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Oooh I love this!! Can't wait to see it

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

Emma E · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

Emma E · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

I had a change of plan ha ha. It's cut out now though and I'm planning to make a start at the sewcial tonight. See you later

My latest SHJ stashbuster

Jasmin · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Ah you look amazing! I love your frolicking in a field look! Dream it - make it!

The Sewing Place

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

That's always frustrating when that happens and you don't know why!

Style Arc Belle dress

Irene G · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

That looks lovely. I'm trying to decide between that and the Trinnie for Melbourne frocktails

The Sewing Place

ABC123 · 3 weeks ago

I'm surprised it hasn't gotten much response, it was popular with a lot of regular visitors. The layout and colour scheme were nice and the regular posters were always interesting to follow. Bummed not to know what happened and when.

The Great British Sewing Bee makes

Wendy_CH · 3 weeks ago

Thanks Hayley. They go from a UK size 8 to 20.

My latest SHJ stashbuster

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Kelly this looks absolutely gorgeous!! So amazing to be able to make the things you dream of wearing

The Great British Sewing Bee makes

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

These look so good Wendy!! I haven't had a look at this years book... how inclusive is the sizing?

Pattern Picks & Reviews

600 Sewing Projects - my Free 310-page PDF

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Hi Anna wow 600 projects? How long did that take you to put together?

The Sewing Place

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

I'm afraid I hadn't ever heard of it. What was it you liked about it... out of interest!

Lucy Dress

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Thank you Kelly!

Sewing Advice & Techniques

What Video Sewing Tutorials Would You Like To See?

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Would you line the skirt/peplum and sleeves as well or just the bodice?

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Shirt Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

This looks gorgeous Kay, the whole outfit is fabulous!!! Have you made all the different versions or do you favour one or two?

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Shirt Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

That looks like a lovely pattern, super comfy

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Amazing, feel free to share a photo of the fabric you're using

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Hi Allyson, welcome to the gang, so happy you're hear!! What sort of historical fashion do you enjoy?

Introductions

Kim · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Welcome. You'll love this fabulous sewing community Hayley has built. Happy sewing ❤️

Introductions

allyson · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Hello Hayley and everyone. My name is Allyson and I live in a little village in East Sussex called Buxted and I just love to sew. My hands have always got to be making something otherwise I am just not a happy bunny!! My main passion is historical...

Pink Leopards Fabric

Kim · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

I will. See you soon xx Have a lovely time with your grandchildren

Woodloes Bag

Grace · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

I have made of the lovely bags. They are great bags. One of them was a present.

Pink Leopards Fabric

Irene G · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Thanks, Kim. I'm not going to be able to make it tonight as I've just had a call from my daughter to do some last minute baby sitting. Please say hello to everyone for me x

Pink Leopards Fabric

Kim · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Here's the link to the fabric - thesewingdrawer.com/product/night-jungle-pink-leopard-dashwood/ They are based in Ireland. Good luck with getting it. Hopefully see you tomorrow in the sewing sewcial. X

Pink Leopards Fabric

Irene G · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

That's very kind of you, Kim. Thank you x

The Sewing Place

ABC123 · 4 weeks ago

Hi, does anyone know what happened the uk based forum The Sewing Place? Not visited for a couple of years and now see the website is defunct. I know it replaced the sewing forum and it seems sad that the replacement also didn't last.

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

Kay E · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

Hi I've not done it myself, but someone suggested to me, cut off a long strip of the fabric you are making the dress from, stretch it lengthways until it curls and it will make a nice cord! (if thin, plait it to make a cord or belt) . some...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Shirt Patterns

Kay E · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

I Love, Love, Love the Pattern Emporiam All In Easy Fit Shirt.....I'm on my 7th! the pattern is so versatile, you can have a simple collar or a stand collar, there are loads of sleeve options - deep ruffle, short ruffle, plain, short, long with...

For Fun - What Kind Of Stitcher Are You?

Irene G · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

I'd love to be a perfectionist but I'm afraid I'm definitely a chaos queen.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Shirt Patterns

minnamends · 4 weeks ago

It's winter here in Australia, when I live in my collection of Cookie Knit shirts by naughtybobbinpatterns.com/shop . It's a fantastic pattern that I've made countless times. So comfortable and fun to wear. Annie

Pattern Picks & Reviews

600 Sewing Projects - my Free 310-page PDF

anna20 · 4 weeks ago

Hey all! I put together a Free 310-page PDF with around 600 sewing projects (bags, clothes, toys, quilts, hats, etc.). Each one has step-by-step instructions, pics, and some even have videos. Just something I made for myself and thought other...

Pink Leopards Fabric

Kim · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

Irene, I hope you see this. I was browsing this morning, and remembered our little conversation whilst on the online meet-up last Weds morning, when you mentioned the shirt I made in a fabric with pink leopards on a teal background. Well I've found...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Bag Making Supplies

Kim · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

I started bag making recently and have found Me Made Makes sell beautiful hardware. Thankfully I live near Purple Stitches and it's a treasure trove of hardware and zips. It's lovely to take a trip out to their store. William Gee and Country Cow...

The Great British Sewing Bee makes

Wendy_CH · 4 weeks ago

While I'm really enjoying the latest series of the Great British Sewing Bee, I thought I would post three of my makes from the accompanying book "Fashion with Fabrics (the Jumpsuit and two versions of the Summer Dress).

Ethel Tote Bag by Swoon Patterns

Wendy_CH · 4 weeks ago

Thank you Kelly 😀

Ethel Tote Bag by Swoon Patterns

Wendy_CH · 4 weeks ago

Sorry for the late reply Hayley. The fabric was from a Swiss online shop - Kreando.ch.

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Woven fusible interfacing

Han · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

Sadly! As I say, it's lasted me ages!

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Woven fusible interfacing

Kelly · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

Thank you. Yes everything is more expensive 🙄

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Woven fusible interfacing

Han · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

The one I bought was 25 metres. I can't seem to find where I purchased it for £75 but it was over a year ago. The places I'm seeing now are closer to £100. jaycotts.co.uk/products/vlieseline-softline-interfacing-h200?variant=42216432402525

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Bag Making Supplies

Kelly · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

I get the studio 7T7 bag makers box which has really good quality bag hardware and fabrics. Purple Stitches is a great shop for hardware and continuous zippers. Country cow designs are also good.

Sewing Advice & Techniques

What fabric are people using for toiles?

Kelly · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

I have started buying duvet sets in on sale. A king size works out at about 10m. I will use them for actual garments or toiles.

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Woven fusible interfacing

Kelly · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

Hi Han, how many metres are on a roll. This sounds like a great way to buy it.

Sewing Advice & Techniques

What Video Sewing Tutorials Would You Like To See?

Kelly · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

I would love to make a fully lined Emily dress. Square neck. I have the fabric, but scared to mess it up as I love the fabric so much. A tutorial would be amazing.

Lucy Dress

Kelly · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

it is beautiful on you 🔥

Ethel Tote Bag by Swoon Patterns

Kelly · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

Precious Fabric and the dovestone dress

Kelly · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

My latest SHJ stashbuster

Kelly · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

I forgot to share this here! I used the fabric from the last box to make the Tilly and the Buttons Luella skirt! There was just enough fabric to make a matching cropped Ashton top from Helen's closet! I couldn't love this more! For as long as I...

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

Emma E · 1 month ago Plus Member

I've just finished a t-shirt version to check the sizing. Good fit, so happy with it. Gorgeous fabric arrived today for my dress version so can't wait to get started on that. 😀

The Knowledge Base

Best Places To Shop for Woven Fabrics

Victoria · 1 month ago Plus Member

Local to me is Lady Sew and Sew. They have a big warehouse full of fabric in Henley and a smaller shop in Marlow. They also do a lot of quilting fabrics. ladysewandsew.co.uk/

The Knowledge Base

Best Places To Shop for Woven Fabrics

Victoria · 1 month ago Plus Member

Abakhan are really good for paper patterns too. I've picked up a couple TATB patterns for about 10-11 quid.

The Knowledge Base

Best Places To Shop for Woven Fabrics

Mel · 1 month ago Plus Member

I have about 3-4 favourite places to buy fabric. Abakhan Liverpool is relatively local to me (locals call it Elkilo) and is great for anything from cheap fabric for toiles etc, right up to designer stuff I've discovered 1st for fabric ...

For Fun - What Kind Of Stitcher Are You?

Kim · 1 month ago Plus Member

Chaos Queen in slow motion. I definitely overthink. Just need to get on with it. Procrastination is my middle name!!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Looking for a similar pattern

Kim · 1 month ago Plus Member

The v-neck version top is very low, but that can be adjusted.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Looking for a similar pattern

Kim · 1 month ago Plus Member

Have a look at McCalls 7802

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Harem Pants?

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I'll put it in the Sunday digest email to see if anyone has any other suggestions

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Harem Pants?

Victoria · 1 month ago Plus Member

Ohh they look so comfy don't they. Thanks for thinking for me. I have seen the Style Arc Palermo knit pant, they look pretty good too but the crotch looked a little big, although I've just read some reviews to say it's not that baggy when you make...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Harem Pants?

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I can't think of a pattern off the top of my head and haven't seen anything on the fold line. The only thing that comes to mind that is similar is the Leo Dungarees from By Hand London as the trousers have the right sort of shape. ...

Lucy Hack

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I made a super simple hack of the Lucy t-shirt in order to use up some smaller pieces of fabric I had leftover from other projects. I cut across the bodice pieces at the underarm/side seam and added seam allowances in order to cut the bodice out...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Harem Pants?

Victoria · 1 month ago Plus Member

Hello All, Does anyone know of a harem pant pattern that's size inclusive to plus size? I love the relaxed ones you can get from Yours, but want to make them myself but have only seen the ones with the very baggy crotch and I'm not keen on that...

Ines knit dress

Irene G · 1 month ago Plus Member

Thank you, Victoria. They are actually just little pocket flaps - pretend pockets.

Ines knit dress

Victoria · 1 month ago Plus Member

Looks good, Irene! I like the front pockets.

Ines knit dress

Irene G · 1 month ago Plus Member

Thank you Hayley. Yes, I do tend to run at the last minute. See you soon x

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Looking for a similar pattern

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Does anyone know of a similar pattern to this but in a bigger size range?

Ines knit dress

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

This looks gorgeous Irene, classic finishing just before going out!!

Ines knit dress

Irene G · 1 month ago Plus Member

I made this dress to wear to a family dinner last night. I was still sewing on the buttons an hour before we left. It's the Ines knit dress by StyleArc made in a jacquard knit fabric from the Dahlia Sewciety. I even managed to use my coverstitch...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Neck & shoulder cushion-travel pillow style

Mel · 1 month ago Plus Member

Looks nice and straight forward thanks ☺️

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Neck & shoulder cushion-travel pillow style

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I haven't made one myself but found this tutorial which looks pretty good. hellosewing.com/diy-travel-neck-pillow/

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Shirt Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I have just finished my third Closet Core Jenna shirt and absolutley love it! Everything gets finished so nicely, from the tower placket on the cuffs, to the collar and collar stand. ...

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Harvesting is a great idea!!

Neck and shoulder problems from too much sewing ☹️

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I never would have thought of that, what a great tip!

For Fun - What Kind Of Stitcher Are You?

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Hehe... love that! Slow and steady destruction!

For Fun - What Kind Of Stitcher Are You?

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Haha!!! Yes I'm pretty sure I've done that before too!!

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Oh Scrap! Challenge

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Oh I used to love Joe Browns, I'd forgotten all about that place!! The Lucy could well be the perfect pattern!

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Oh Scrap! Challenge

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Ooh that sounds great, hope we get to see it when it's come together

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Oh Scrap! Challenge

Kathy_Sews · 1 month ago Community Member

Those both sound like great ideas! I've been using some denim leftovers to make a cropped boxy square neck sleeveless top (a hack of McCall's M8287). I was quite surprised how little fabric it's taking

I have a YouTube channel called Thready Stitch Sew

Jess · 1 month ago Plus Member

Thank you Hayley nearly there xxx

I have a YouTube channel called Thready Stitch Sew

Jess · 1 month ago Plus Member

Thank you Mel that is fantastic, thank you for subscribing to my YouTube channel xxxx

I have a YouTube channel called Thready Stitch Sew

Mel · 1 month ago Plus Member

Jess this sounds amazing. I've just subscribed! I love watching craft & sewing videos

For Fun - What Kind Of Stitcher Are You?

Mel · 1 month ago Plus Member

I would say that I'm a slow and steady chaos queen! It takes me an age to finish a garment...but the chaos in my wake...🤪

For Fun - What Kind Of Stitcher Are You?

Wendyh · 1 month ago

I'm definitely the chaos queen, mixed with a bit of speed demon. I've been known to add pleats in random places to make my neckline and facing match🤪

Neck and shoulder problems from too much sewing ☹️

Alison L · 1 month ago

I will try that! Thank you.

Neck and shoulder problems from too much sewing ☹️

Lesa L · 1 month ago Plus Member

I put rubber door stops that slope under my machine back so it slopes the machine higher in back than front a bit allowing me to have better posture instead of totally bent over the machine. That has helped tremendously. They make a tilt table for...

Precious Fabric and the dovestone dress

Laura · 1 month ago Plus Member

I love this! Looks absolutely stunning 🥰

Neck and shoulder problems from too much sewing ☹️

Alison L · 1 month ago

Thanks Mel. That definitely sounds like a good plan. I tried a bit of sewing yesterday and stopped after a short time as it was getting uncomfortable. I'm going to have to be patient.

Neck and shoulder problems from too much sewing ☹️

Alison L · 1 month ago

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Neck & shoulder cushion-travel pillow style

Mel · 1 month ago Plus Member

Hi does anyone have or know of any patterns for a neck pillow (travel pillow style that goes around your neck) ? Or even tips for designing your own pattern? I want to make a nice soft one just for me that I can make from scraps.

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Oh Scrap! Challenge

Mel · 1 month ago Plus Member

Hayley I love the sound of what you're doing. I had a top from the company Joe Browns that I had for years that had 'mismatched' areas. I quite literally wore it out! 😂 I've been so wanting to replicate that look for so long. Could the Lucy-T be...

Neck and shoulder problems from too much sewing ☹️

Mel · 1 month ago Plus Member

I have neck and shoulder issues because of a disability. I find that I have to adjust both table/desk and seat. A good adjustable office chair with a higher back rest is great. as Hayley says, put a timer on, start with 10 minutes and build up to...

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

Mel · 1 month ago Plus Member

I've bought some extra fabric and I've a load in my stash...just need to finish last months make! Im not sure if I want the dress so I won't be using cord...however, if I do I might harvest it from some comfy joggers I no longer wear

Precious Fabric and the dovestone dress

Mel · 1 month ago Plus Member

It's stunning! Definitely one to do again!

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I purchased some from Little Legs fabrics, they had loads of colours. littlelegsfabrics.co.uk/products/4mm-drawstring-cord?_pos=1&_psq=Cord&_ss=e&_v=1.0

August Pattern Club - Lucy T-shirt and Dress

Han · 1 month ago Plus Member

A question! What are people using for the cord? I don't have anything suitable and no idea what to purchase!

Tablecloth to shirt

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Ooh that's such a fun challenge!

Neck and shoulder problems from too much sewing ☹️

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Oh no Alison, sorry to hear that! I definitely have to catch myself clenching my shoulders up towards my ears when I'm sewing. Defiitely look into what the best height desk and chair is for you, other than that I would say set yourself a 20 minute...

Can’t get into live

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Hi Laura I'm so sorry, it doesn't look like you were registered for Wedensday evening's social, so the link wouldn't have been sent to you. Sorry about that. All the August dates are avaiable to book onto now

Precious Fabric and the dovestone dress

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Wow Theresa this is stunning!!! This is the cotton sateen that we had in the April Luxury boxes. Is this the Izzosews dress? How did you find making it?

Little Parker

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Oh Sue he's absolutely gorgeous, what a little poppet! Congratulations to all the family

Ethel Tote Bag by Swoon Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

This looks really lovely, I really like the shape of the bag. Where did you get the beautiful fabrics from?