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

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

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

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Quilters Introduce Yourself

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Hehe... those pesky kits!

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

Adele · 1 week 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. 😊

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Wendy_sews64 · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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...

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Quilters Introduce Yourself

LaTrica · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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?

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Quilters Introduce Yourself

SewHayleyJane · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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!

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Quilters Introduce Yourself

Wendy_sews64 · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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...

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Quilters Introduce Yourself

SewHayleyJane · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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...

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Quilters Introduce Yourself

Wendy_sews64 · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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 week 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 week 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 week 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 week 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 week ago

Great job saving it. It all looks intentional.

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

Adele · 1 week 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 week 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 week 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 week 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 week 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 week 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 week ago

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

Jacket turned gilet after brain fog.

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

That looks brilliant and I love the hood!

Jacket turned gilet after brain fog.

SewHayleyJane · 1 week 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 week 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 week 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 week ago Admin

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

Jacket turned gilet after brain fog.

Glenda H · 1 week 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 week 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 week 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 week 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks ago Admin

Sorry to hear that, hope you feel better soon!

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Kim · 2 weeks 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...

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sewandyjane · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks ago Admin

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

Free Social - Wednesday 15th October

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

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

Free Social - Wednesday 15th October

DianeH · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

very sensible Karen

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

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

The bag is done

Karen · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

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

Good week in the sewing room

Linda B · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

hi Lesley these are great, you have been busy!

The bag is done

Linda B · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Soooo impressive!

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

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks ago Admin

You got this Linda!

Help Please

Linda B · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

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

Help Please

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks 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 · 2 weeks ago Ambassador

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! 😂

Help Please

Linda B · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

so have realised its zipper tape and pulls I need to buy and then you cut accordingly but where do you buy yours from this bag making us very new to me can you tell!

Help Please

Linda B · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

I am stuck figuring out the size zips will work it says 17 11/16" so my calculation says that's 44.92 cm what size zipper did you buy for the open in please? also the smaller ones say 6 1/4" cannot find these size zips for either. thank you

The bag is done

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

The colours are fabulous and would look great as a shirt! Is that a leather/ette on the base?

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Halloween Trick or Treat

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Oooh my gosh this is so cute!!! What pattern did you use?

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Frocktails Plans

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

You look fabulous!! Who are you wearing??

Machines & Equipment

The Purple Thang tool

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Ah yes... I have had that same injury before! Yeh I haven't yet found out it's true potential I don't think. Waiting for inspiration

FG Arbre Coat - The Sheep Coat

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Oooh you're going for it!! I love it and cannot wait to see how it turns out! Wondering if you'll need to hoover again after cutting.

Machines & Equipment

The Purple Thang tool

Jasmin · 2 weeks ago Ambassador

I got one recently and I use it to jimmy the fabric under the presser foot as I've been known to put my finger in the wrong place and when the needle comes down the screwbit that stick out (you know the but you twiddle to undo/replace the needle)...

The bag is done

Jasmin · 2 weeks ago Ambassador

such a beautiful bag! I may have missed it - what pattern is it?

FG Arbre Coat - The Sheep Coat

Jasmin · 2 weeks ago Ambassador

If anyone has joined a recent wednesday evening social, you may recall me talking about the September Fabric Godmother Dream Wardrobe Subscription box. It was 4.5m of ivory Boucle Fabric with the new Fabric Godmother Arbre Coat pattern. It was an...

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Frocktails Plans

Theresa · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

I went to Scottish Frocktails and loved the night.

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Knit and Stitch show Harrogate 2025

Theresa · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Hi Mel I've booked for the Friday, and doing a few courses too. some free motion embroidery classes. (Learning to do gift tags is one of them, the other leaves and flowers) and then an advanced technique course... I'm really excited. which...

Crafters Corner

Halloween Trick or Treat

Theresa · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

For my 19mintg old grandson. Keeping him warm Trick and treating

The bag is done

Karen · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

Thank you - They are quilting cottons, kaffe Fassett ones which I bought at a craft show. But I am loving the colours so much that I am considering buying some to make a shirt

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Ah... this answers my question on your other post!! :-D So lovely to have you here Karen, I love what you are creating... I imagine jeans are one of the biggest items of clothing that gets chucked out so finding ways to repurpose them is amazing.

A few of my Llama Jean Craft creations

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

These are all so cool!! What a great way to repurpose old jeans. Love the christmas decorations too. Do you sell these or are they just for you/friends?

My Luna’s

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Thank you, yes I'm definitely going to be looking into those

Re-purpose a long vintage skirt into a dress

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

Ooh this is such a great skirt, that fabric is amazing!! I love the idea of turning it into a dress... I'm not sure I'd cut armholes in the side seams though. My initial thought would be to carefully cut away the waistband, sew some elastic around...

The bag is done

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

This looks so good Karen, I love the fabrics you chose, where did you get them from?

Thoughts please

Laura · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Thanks. I have the ITS Busan and still haven't made it. Thank you for the reminder!

Thoughts please

Laura · 2 weeks ago Community Member

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Jasmin · 2 weeks ago Ambassador

Thanks for looking after us Hayley and Andy! Honestly can't have owt nice these days! 😅 (imagine that said in a strong Yorkshire accent)

The bag is done

Karen · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

All done apart from the strap, which I will do shortly. Would I make another? I am not sure about that. At the moment, I am saying 'no'. But maybe after I have left it a while, I may change my mind. I am happy with it though

Tammy Handmade Simi Skirt

sew_itz_vicki · 2 weeks ago Community Member

Hi Linda, that's great advice, thank you. I've heard from a few people that they've found it comes up big but it's really helpful to know it's easy to adjust!

Re-purpose a long vintage skirt into a dress

Merv · 2 weeks ago

Hello! I recently purchased a long, vintace skirt at a local vintage shop. It is super long- I am able to put over my head and wear the waistband as a neckline, and it still falls below my knees. It has an invisible side zipper (9inch) with buttons....

My Luna’s

Alma · 2 weeks ago Ambassador

These look amazing! I got myself a Prym Vario creative tool to install rivets and eyelets etc and I would absolutely recommend it, it's pricey but it makes those jobs sooo much easier! Alma xx

Tammy Handmade Simi Skirt

Linda B · 2 weeks ago Plus Member

well I had to size down on the hips but I would suggest making a toile first but it was easy to alter before the facing went on but only if it's too big

Thoughts please

jib46 · 2 weeks ago

I think it is fine as is and the colour is good for you. I've seen patterns where a very full sleeve is balanced by a long tight cuff (eg Itch to Stitch's Busan top), but that might not work with a more standard sleeve.

A few of my Llama Jean Craft creations

Karen R · 2 weeks ago

I started upcycling denim into bags & other bits & bobs last year. I thought you would like to see some examples of what I have made. I've even made Christmas decorations from the leftovers

Introductions

Karen R · 2 weeks ago

Hi Everyone! I'm Karen from Farnborough in Hampshire. I started sewing as a child making dolls clothes then progressed to making my own clothes in my teens & even made my wedding dress. I sew less for myself now that patterns need too many...

Tammy Handmade Simi Skirt

sew_itz_vicki · 2 weeks ago Community Member

This looks great Linda! I have this on my list of things to sew this autumn. How did you find the sizing?

Challenge reveal

SewHayleyJane · 2 weeks ago Admin

These are lovely Kim!

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Kim · 3 weeks ago Ambassador

Made a Kindle case or two!!

Challenge reveal

Debbie B · 3 weeks ago Community Member

The next challenge was requested to be easy, so we have to make something, anything that represents the first letter of our first name, so it could be any format. For example for D I could embroider a daffodil or make a stuffed doll. No hints...

Challenge reveal

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

I absolutely love this Debbie!! Such a lovely thing to do. Everyone has made such a beautiful effort too. what's the next challenge?

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Debbie B · 3 weeks ago Community Member

My pictures won't upload. Maybe too many.

Challenge reveal

Debbie B · 3 weeks ago Community Member

Here are a few pictures of my quilt group's reveal for the fall challenge. We submitted a half yard of fabric, someone else in the group picked our fabric, then made something to give back. No restrictions. There were 7 participants out of 8. It...

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Dawn has kindly shared her beautiful creations in The Makers Gallery!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Soft shell pattern rec,girl 18months

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

What a lovely project - this is a pretty cute jacket - thefoldline.com/products/poppy-jazz-baby-child-honeydew-hoodie?_pos=23&_fid=69487d8dc&_ss=c

Thoughts please

Glenda H · 3 weeks ago Community Member

I think it looks good as is. A too long cuff may look a bit off proportionally but a deep enough cuff to make it wearable would be fine - perhaps to mid forearm.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Soft shell pattern rec,girl 18months

India · 3 weeks ago

Hi I would like to make a soft shell jacket for my beautiful granddaughter. My health issues mean I sew at a much slower pace than before, who I'm planning ahead! She will be 18 months in the summer and if like to make a little hooded jacket. Any...

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Hi Margaret, so lovely to have you here, thank you for joining! So pleased you found your dressmaking gene again and how amazing after just 5 years you have a handmade wardrobe! Do you have a project on the go at the moment?

Introductions

Margaret · 3 weeks ago

Hello HayleyJane I'm Margaret or Maggie Sews I started sewing with my grandma who lived next-door when I was growing up. She gave me her Bernina (which I still have) when I was about 11. I made clothes for my children when they were pre school...

My Luna’s

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

I am so thrilled with how my Luna backpacks have come out. The one on the left was my practice version before making the tutorials - I used a Harris Tweed that I had in my stash (which was actually waaay to thick for this project, although it has...

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sewandyjane · 3 weeks ago Coder

Hi everyone, just to add to this, I've deployed a spam checking system so any posts made to the forum will be checked automatically and hopefully it will pick up the majority of them, additionally there is an invisible detector on the registration...

Introductions

Jiya · 3 weeks ago

Hi Dawn. Welcome. :) I love this trend of memory bears 🐻 such a lovely idea. It would be lovely to see some of your creations.

Pinyon Pants

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

These look so good Han, I love all those pocket detaisl! I am giggling at the thought of you matching your kids on the school run!

A few of my recent makes and my Chug modelling her latest bandana

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Hi Dawn, Oh my gosh, your Belle is looking gorgeous in her bandana! I love all of this, but those memory bears are so special, i'm so sorry to hear about your friend, what a lovely thing to do for his family.

A few of my recent makes and my Chug modelling her latest bandana

DawnEV · 3 weeks ago

I love sewing a variety of things but I definitely love free motion embroidery at the moment. The cat and pumpkin is almost ready to be added to a trick or treat bag and my pumpkin has inspired a whole family of pumpkins that are nearly ready for our...

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Hi Dawn, so lovely to meet you and have you here! No such thing as a late comer though, we have members who have been sewing for months as well as years, you found it exactly when you meant to! Memory bears are so sweet, feel free to share some...

Introductions

DawnEV · 3 weeks ago

Hi all. I am Dawn, a late comer to the sewing bug having only started sewing two years ago but I love it. I enjoy sewing for myself and others and particularly enjoy free motion embroidery and creating memory bears.

Pinyon Pants

Han · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

I finished off these Pinyon Pants on the social last night and thought I'd share the pics here. They're another Sew Liberated pattern with a fly closure and lots of pockets! Took me a few days overall as there were a couple of intricate bits, but...

October Pattern Club - Studio 7t7 Luna Backpack

Karen1910 · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Oh that's a good idea - I will give it a go!! I'm also still planning my Emily top/dress!

Spam Bots

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Hi everyone, if you notice some odd posts in the forum at the moment, they are spam bots and Andy is working hard to clean it all up and make sure they can't keep posting. Please be assured we have not been hacked, all your details are completely...

October Pattern Club - Studio 7t7 Luna Backpack

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

I was editing the video tutorials yesterday - they will be ready very soon. It would definitely be an ambitious project for a beginner, there are a lot of layers of fabric that you have to battle to get through the machine. It would be a lot easier...

October Pattern Club - Studio 7t7 Luna Backpack

Karen1910 · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Im def tempted but Im still very much a beginner sewer - hmmmmmmm! But I do love the bag!! Are you going to be doing video tutorials? Do you think worth giving it a go??

Free Social - Wednesday 15th October

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Are you joining the free social this month? Let us know where in the world you are joining us from, and of course what you are planning to stitch up!

Tammy Handmade Simi Skirt

Linda B · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

yes it has a facing on the waist it's a really lovely pattern

Sew Over It Rosemary trousers

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

I've just another pair of Rosemary's for a second toile and I'm in the process of cutting out the Opal coat. It's a lot of pattern pieces (lining, lots of different interfacing and the main). I'm not rushing this one 😁

October Pattern Club - Studio 7t7 Luna Backpack

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Are you joining sewing up the Luna this month? Post your plans, fabric choices and any questions here! Plus share your finished makes!

Sew Over It Rosemary trousers

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

What's next from the eBook?!

Machines & Equipment

Button Holes

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Haha, well that's one way of getting the problem fixed! Love that!!

Tammy Handmade Simi Skirt

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

This looks really lovely Linda, I love the sleek waistline - is it finished with a facing instead of a waistband?

Latest make - a Jenna shirt

Wendy_sews64 · 3 weeks ago

Thank you - it was a retreat organised by The Thrifty Stitcher

Latest make - a Jenna shirt

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

Wendy this looks so good!! I absolutely love my Jenna shirts, they are just so stylish! well done on the stipe matching too. Which retreat did you go to?

Latest make - a Jenna shirt

Wendy_sews64 · 3 weeks ago

Looking through my wardrobe I noticed that I don't have many shirts. I decided to make a Closet Core Jenna shirt at the sewing retreat I went to last week. I spent a whole afternoon cutting it out before I went, but it was worth the extra time to get...

Tammy Handmade Simi Skirt

Linda B · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Tammy Handmade Simi Skirt

Lesley · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

What a lovely skirt Linda, looks great in cord

Tammy Handmade Simi Skirt

Linda B · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Tammy Handmade Simi Skirt

Linda B · 3 weeks ago Plus Member

Made this gorgeous pattern with cord fabric kindly donated to me would thoroughly recommend the pattern.

Current Project

SewHayleyJane · 3 weeks ago Admin

The cutting stage always takes longer than you think it's going to! Especially with a trickier fabric. But the reward is the sewing so it's worth it!

Current Project

LaTrica · 3 weeks ago

Did not finish cutting. Will come back tomorrow

Current Project

LaTrica · 4 weeks ago

I'm starting on a velvet Vogue 9149. I thought I'd get some stitching done but at this rate I'm lucky if I finish cutting.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Sew Over It

Bumblebee · 4 weeks ago Community Member

It was a gift one of my relatives brought back from New Zealand.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Sew Over It

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

Oh this is beautiful, what a gorgeous shape! Where did you get the fabric from?

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Sew Over It

Bumblebee · 4 weeks ago Community Member

This is the Lilian blouse from Sew Over It. The instructions were easy to follow and the fit is great - no gaping across the bust and nipped in nicely at the waist. I plan to make more and would recommend 🙂

Thoughts please

Laura · 4 weeks ago Community Member

Thanks Hayley. Decisions decisions. Someone else suggested a contrast on a different post but I just can't visualise it. Plus I haven't got anything in my stash that would work I don't think. I may leave it as 3/4 sleeve and wear a chunky knit...

Thoughts please

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

This looks lovely! How about, instead of a cuff you add a contrast colour fabric to the sleeve to make in longer, you could do it at an angle to make it intentional. Then you can either hem or add a cuff in either of the colours

Past pattern club video

HelenL · 4 weeks ago Community Member

Found it. Thanks for that

The Knowledge Base

Upcycle

Debbie B · 4 weeks ago Community Member

Yes. Sorry so late. I was also cutting out a jean jacket with leftover denim and old jeans. I haven't started sewing that one yet.

Thoughts please

Laura · 4 weeks ago Community Member

Thoughts please. I made this Sinclair patterns bondi tee very early in my sewing journey. I didn’t finish is as it felt too tight across the bust when I tried it on. It was at a time when I thought that all stretch fabrics were created equal and that...

Good week in the sewing room

Lesley · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

Thank you, looks autumnal. fabric is from Cool Crafting in Kendal

Good week in the sewing room

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

So beautiful! where did you get the fabric from?

Good week in the sewing room

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

These look great, so pleased your sewjo has returned!! and your tomatoes are look fab too!! ;-)

Sew Over It Rosemary trousers

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

These look so good Sue, I love the button side placket! the Ebook looks so good, I really want to make the coat, jacket, trousers and bodysuit... such great value

Good week in the sewing room

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

Love this, looks fab without a belt 🙂

Good week in the sewing room

Lesley · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

Finished this one last night, Style Arc Monty dress, thinking of adding a belt but not too sure.

Good week in the sewing room

Lesley · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

After losing my sewjo for a few weeks, this last week has been much more productive, thanks to the Wednesday evening socials, inspiration at its best! I've finished 3 projects, and repaired a few bits and pieces. Finally have some photos to share,...

Sew Over It Rosemary trousers

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

As a pattern insider I got early access to the new sew over it ebook. I couldn't wait to get hold of these trousers. I made version 1 which has a curved front waistband, still elastic in the back but not as much as version 2. A lovely button side...

Current Project

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

What are you working on this weekend? Whether it's sewing, knitting, quilting... share a photo and let us know what's on your table at the moment

Past pattern club video

Nikki · 4 weeks ago Plus Member

Thank you 😀 - 😀😀

Fixed Issue In Socials

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

If you have joined the socials on either your phone or tablet and found you couldn't access the icons at the bottom of the screen - I think we have fixed the issue!! My apologies for that and thank you to everyone who still has joined despite the...

Past pattern club video

SewHayleyJane · 4 weeks ago Admin

I'm so sorry - it was still in draft!! my fault completely - should be there now, number 11

Past pattern club video

Nikki · 1 month ago Plus Member

Sorry to be a pain - is there a recording for the party from Monday as I can't see it? pribably being really dumb! Sorry x

Past pattern club video

Nikki · 1 month ago Plus Member

Past pattern club video

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Yes no problem, it's the last video threadysetgo.com/video-tutorials/chanterelle-pants-and-shorts

Past pattern club video

Nikki · 1 month ago Plus Member

Hi Hayley - I've had a look and can't see the pattern club party - could you please add a link to the recording. Thank you.

First pattern club done ✅🙌

Han · 1 month ago Plus Member

Oh good tips. I did glance through the instructions and think it was long, but I'll have another look. I'll definitely toile it I think before using my good fabric and I'll let you know how I get on!

First pattern club done ✅🙌

Laura · 1 month ago Community Member

Hi Han, I'm in the process of finally making the HC Falconer pants at the moment to get more comfortable with the fly zip. I've never done one before and I found the instructions for the chantarelle fly zip a little wordy and confusing. Maybe I was...

First pattern club done ✅🙌

Han · 1 month ago Plus Member

They look great! Love the idea to slim down the legs as well. I've also purchased the fly zip expansion and will be giving them a go as soon as my fabric gets here - do share when you've made your's and I'll do the same!

Past pattern club video

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Hi Helen, yes if you go onto the video tutorials page it is at the bottom of the Chanterelle videos and is available for community as well as plus members

Past pattern club video

HelenL · 1 month ago Community Member

Unfortunately I was away and couldn't make Monday's Sew Liberated event. Is there anywhere on the site that I can see this as I believe you record the events? Thanks

The 'Six Year Blouse'!

DianeH · 1 month ago Community Member

Thank you Glenda. It was a relief to get it done!

Upcycles

Debbie B · 1 month ago Community Member

Thank you. I will definitely be on the hunt for more bargain quilts.

Machines & Equipment

Button Holes

Laura L · 1 month ago Plus Member

Sort of, I bought a new machine lol. The one I had was only a cheap Aldi one and by the time I'd had it repaired (it needed a new button hole lever) I was going to have spent pretty much what I'd paid for it anyway. Treated myself to a Jaguar...

Upcycles

Glenda H · 1 month ago Community Member

That quilted jacket looks so cosy. What a bargain.

The 'Six Year Blouse'!

Glenda H · 1 month ago Community Member

What a great story! And what a well travelled blouse. It must have felt good to finally finish it.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Trouser patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Fleece lined leggings with sweater dresses when it's really cold - yes!!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Trouser patterns

Kathy_Sews · 1 month ago Community Member

I fancy giving the Ann Tilley magic pants a go too

The 'Six Year Blouse'!

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Oh that's a pain!! Glad it all turned out ok in the end

The 'Six Year Blouse'!

DianeH · 1 month ago Community Member

Thank you. I think I took a bit of a dim view of marking in my dim and distant past, but I don't mind it now.

The 'Six Year Blouse'!

DianeH · 1 month ago Community Member

Thank you Kim. Lovely to see you here! I was at a complete loss and it seems rather silly now, when I think about it! x

The 'Six Year Blouse'!

LaTrica · 1 month ago

Marking my fabric is my least favorite part. In the past, a younger less experienced me, would just barrel on without any markings. Congratulations on finishing. It's beautiful.

Upcycles

Debbie B · 1 month ago Community Member

Thank you. I think I'll get a lot of wear out of it for everyday.

Upcycles

Maddie197 · 1 month ago

I love the idea of upcycling a quilt. Your coat looks fabulous

The 'Six Year Blouse'!

Kim · 1 month ago Ambassador

Well done for getting it finished. It's funny when you start sewing how certain techniques can put you off. Lovely blouse x

The 'Six Year Blouse'!

DianeH · 1 month ago Community Member

It did, as I had made other things in the meantime to get back on track. The daft thing is, it was so simple in the end - it's a placket! Just follow the lines - doh! Mind you, the busy fabric didn't help but it was all OK in the end. Well, apart...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Pattern suggestions - Simple Kids quil jacket

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

aah great plan!! Hope it gets lots of wear!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Pattern suggestions - Simple Kids quil jacket

Laila · 1 month ago Community Member

Thank you Hayley. I combined the pattern I shared and the instructions of the Hoeva jacket. Minerva has a sew along video so I was able to follow it.

The 'Six Year Blouse'!

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Ah Diane, what a story!! So glad you came back to it and faced the fear! It looks gorgeous. Did it give you the confidence to carry on with dressmaking?

Neck and shoulder problems from too much sewing ☹️

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Glad you've found something that is helping... hope it continues to get better!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Pattern suggestions - Simple Kids quil jacket

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

This is gorgeous Laila!!! what a beautiful jacket

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Pattern suggestions - Simple Kids quil jacket

Laila · 1 month ago Community Member

Hi Hayley, I was able to finish the jacket. There are some errors but it looks cute.

Neck and shoulder problems from too much sewing ☹️

Alison L · 1 month ago

Hi Hayley - mainly pacing myself and not spending too many hours sewing! I've checked the height of my chair and raised my foot pedal. I'm still having treatment on my shoulder which helps and I try to do the exercises I've been given. I'm sewing...

The 'Six Year Blouse'!

DianeH · 1 month ago Community Member

I promised Hayley I would post this blouse, which became known as the 'six year blouse' as that is how long it took to complete. The photo of me wearing it is awful so it has to be this one on the mannequin. The story: In about 2013 I wanted to...

Introductions

DianeH · 1 month ago Community Member

I'll see if I can find a photo of the blouse. But I will post some other recent makes too. My previous coverstitch was a Janome and many people complained about it, but it wasn't too bad once you learnt its little tricks! I love the Babylock one,...

Upcycles

Debbie B · 1 month ago Community Member

Thank you. Now to figure out what to make.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

S.O Sew Dressmaking

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Made a pattern by S.O Sew Dressmaking? Share a photo here!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Cinnamon Daisy

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Have you made a Willow or a Sylvie? Or have you made the stunning Poppy pattern? Share a photo of your gorgeous make

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Friday Pattern Company

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

From Saltwater Slip to Pogonip... from Sagebrush to Patina... share your favourite FPC make here!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Helen's Closet

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I'm sure there'll be a lot of Gilbert's here - but if you have a favourite Helen's Closet pattern share a photo!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Tilly and the Buttons

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

What is your favourite Tilly and the Buttons pattern? Share a photo or a review, would love to see!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Sew Over It

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Do you have a favourite Sew Over It Pattern? Share a picture or a review here.

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Yes would love to see your six-year blouse! I've had my Janome overlocker for years, it does the job but I'd love to see the difference with other machines!

The Knowledge Base

Upcycle

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Such great finds! Have you got plans for these?

The Knowledge Base

Upcycle

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Was this what you were working on in the social on WEdnesday Debbie? It looks lovely, so cosy!

Upcycles

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I love all of this Debbie - that block printed table cloth is absolutely stunning!!

Upcycles

Debbie B · 1 month ago Community Member

The white shirt was a challenge from our quilting group, theme "leaves"; shirt made from a tablecloth. The blue jacket was made from a thrifted quilt from Goodwill for $6.99. A Know Me pattern. The last pictures are of 3 tablecloths I thrifted...

The Knowledge Base

Upcycle

Debbie B · 1 month ago Community Member

My next upcycle materials. 3 tablecloths thrifted from the local small town of Napoleon, Michigan for a total of $10. The block printed one is very large.

The Knowledge Base

Upcycle

Debbie B · 1 month ago Community Member

Here is my finished jacket made from a thrifted quilt from Goodwill for $6.99. I used a Know Me pattern. It is navy blue and I used bias tape to bind the seams.

Introductions

DianeH · 1 month ago Community Member

Thank you Hayley. I actually loved my Brother overlocker (4234D), but it was giving me grief following a service and kept seizing up. I was contemplating a new machine and just happened to go into a fabric shop, just to buy some thread, and they are...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Trouser patterns

Anne2025atsea · 1 month ago

I love my Billy dresses from TATB with thick tights, actually find that combination warmer than trousers where the chilly wind always manages to make my legs cold.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Trouser patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Yes I think the wide legs might be a bit too.... airy for the colder months! The Pinyon pants look like a good shout. I've been hearing lots about the Ann Tilley Magic Pants pattern - they look great!

September Pattern Club - Chanterelle Pants

Laura · 1 month ago Community Member

Thanks Haley. I got the fabric from a destash some time ago I'm afraid. I forgot to say, I added an inch to the leg as I am 5ft 6 and the pattern is drafted for 5ft 5. My toile was with the orignal length leg but kept catching on the top of my...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Sweater Dress Pattern Suggestions

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

I had never heard of this pattern until last week and now the name has cropped up a number of time - they look so good! Definitely need to give them a go

First pattern club done ✅🙌

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Whoop Whoop!!! These looks so great! Can't wait for the party next week... I definitely need to make some more if these, you've inspired me with the slimmed down leg too!

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

Hi Diane So lovely to have you here, what a journey! What do you think of your Babylock machines compared to the brother ones? Well done for going back to that blouse and getting that finished! Feel free to share any photos of your makes in the...

September Pattern Club - Chanterelle Pants

SewHayleyJane · 1 month ago Admin

These look so great Laura! The shape looks really nice, I like the slightly slimmed down shape of the legs and the fabric works really well - where did you get it from? Laura I never would have noticed the grass!!!