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Crafters Corner

Weaving/ tapestry/ wall hanging.

Lelan · 4 hours ago

Thank you! The frame loom is the most cost effective way to get into weaving, with rigid heddle looms being in second place.

Machines & Equipment

Any vintage sewing machine aficionados out there?

Lelan · 4 hours ago

Just one. It was a beautiful antique 127 (Singer treadle machine) with a rarer decal set. I bought it online and I didn't see any problems from the photos. When I got it, I noticed the hand wheel was at an odd angle, so I knew it was a bent main...

Project Diaries

Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

LaTrica · 9 hours ago

I've made maybe a half dozen before. I generally do the simple ones since there aren't any instructions. I also used a few for my daughter when she was smaller. It's like having the same pattern in a large size range. I have so many! They...

Crafters Corner

Weaving/ tapestry/ wall hanging.

SewHayleyJane · 11 hours ago Admin

Oooh I always wanted to try this, they look amazing

Machines & Equipment

Any vintage sewing machine aficionados out there?

SewHayleyJane · 11 hours ago Admin

Wow look at them, so beautiful! Have you ever had one that's been past the point of saving?

Project Diaries

Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

SewHayleyJane · 11 hours ago Admin

This is looking really good! Have you made a lutterloh pattern before? I've been having a little look into and it's really interesting!

Project Diaries

Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

LaTrica · 12 hours ago

I finished the first and second muslin! I had to take 1 1/2" out of the bodice (front and back) to get everything properly in place. Then I added width to the midriff pieces. The neckline seemed to fit well but I felt 1/2" I could pinch out. ...

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 1 day ago Ambassador

I'm terrible at taking photos. I just forget. I just take a snippet here and there. I don't put myself under any pressure to post. Just contribute as and when you feel it. It's all very chilled! X

Machines & Equipment

Any vintage sewing machine aficionados out there?

Lelan · 1 day ago

In view my two main display areas for the antique sewing machines I am in the process of working on. The tall set of shelves is what I call my Old Guard: every machine oin that rack is a Singer that is at least 100 years old.

Crafters Corner

Weaving/ tapestry/ wall hanging.

Lelan · 1 day ago

I have recently purchased a vintage rigid heddle loom. Here are the first three projects to come off of it. Below, a shot of the space where I work on antique sewing machines and the beginning of my next frame loom project, which will be a sampler.

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Lelan · 1 day ago

All gifts and donations to a local thrift store. They sell the things I make and the antique sewing machines I repair and feed that money into their food pantry.

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Hi Lelan, lovely to hear from you. I'm so happy to hear you found something that brings you that sense of achievement. Are you making things for others as gifts or selling?

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Hi Lynda, lovely to have you here! Please don't worry about not making much, all our circumstances are so different and it's no good comparing yourself. As long as you are doing what works for you then that's the bet thing to do. And as for...

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

LyndaJaneSews · 1 day ago

I really must start taking pictures of my makes. I am so bad at it. I don't make anything like the amount of things you do, although I really do have the time. I have so many ideas, but rarely seem to action them. I made the most beautiful handbag...

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Lelan · 2 days ago

As one with both an extensive physical disability and a chronic illness, I find it hard sometimes to "justify my own existence" as a former man of action that can no longer hold down any kind of regular job. Sewing, along with the other making crafts...

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 2 days ago Ambassador

You're very welcome Linda. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. I'll be watching out for your posts xx

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McCall's M8121 Jacket

LyndaJaneSews · 2 days ago

I love the look of this pattern Kim, can't wait to see the results. Good luck with the zipper/ sleeve and Thank you for introducing me to Theadyset go.

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 2 days ago Ambassador

Yes, but it won't be for long 🤞

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Undies Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Oooh they are so easy and super speedy! I'm filming tutroials for them at the moment and they are honestly so quick to do, nothing to be scared of

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Undies Patterns

LaTrica · 3 days ago

I think about it a lot but I'm too scared.

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

LaTrica · 3 days ago

Is it an exposed zipper? I find the instructions for those lacking.

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McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 3 days ago Ambassador

I should know better. But I just wanted to see if this technique worked. It looked pretty simple in the pattern lol.

Sewing decorations for Christmas etc

Mel · 3 days ago Plus Member

I hadn't thought of cushion covers! We've got a fair amount of cushions and I think that would be fabulous! I like the idea of doing stockings too!

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McCall's M8121 Jacket

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Oh no!!! Yikes, instructions in the big 4 patterns are always a little lacking aren't they? Glad you've found a possible solution

Estelle Dress by Sew Overit

Linda B · 3 days ago Plus Member

it is a very easy make unusual the way the tie at the front is part of the front bodice but very easy, I have made three so far and thank you. There is also a sew along on You Tube.

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Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

Kim · 3 days ago Ambassador

Fabulous colours. Very nice x

Project Diaries

Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

Kim · 3 days ago Ambassador

I like how the belt zinches in the waist. It's funny how so of the detail gets lost in the picture. What fabric are you using?

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 3 days ago Ambassador

What a mess I've made of my zipper sleeve. The technique in the instructions is terrible. It's one of those moments when you read the step and know instantly something's going to go wrong. But blindly you carry on and end up with this! I haven't any...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Undies Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Have you made or are thinking of making a pair of undies? Share your favourite patterns here. I've been making the Tammy Handmade Lila Panties - I found I needed to alter the waist height to somewhere between the regular and high waisted views to...

Share Your Nicks Dress

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

I would love to see your Nicks dresses and blouses, and share a roundup of makes for the pattern club.

Estelle Dress by Sew Overit

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

This looks so good on you Linda!! Absolutely gorgeous. Was it easy to make?

Pattern suggestions for Autumn/Winter

Gemma_thedalythread · 3 days ago Ambassador

You're absolutely right Sue, jeans are cold! Great pattern suggestion thank you 👍🏻x

Pattern suggestions for Autumn/Winter

Gemma_thedalythread · 3 days ago Ambassador

Thank you Susie! Great suggestions - I'm sure they will look lovely together 👏🏻

Sewing decorations for Christmas etc

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

I second the cushion covers, I made some simple envelope ones a few years ago that come out every year. Here is an idea that Tamlyn shared in the magazine last year... gathered.how/sewing-and-quilting/sewing/diy-folded-fabric-star-ornament I've...

Pattern suggestions for Autumn/Winter

Susiesews8 · 3 days ago

Hi Gemma, I'm just making a quilted Ruby Vest by Syd Graham. It's reversible with red one side and b/w gingham the other and hoping to make Lane Pants in corduroy to match

Estelle Dress by Sew Overit

Linda B · 4 days ago Plus Member

Made this jersey dress with fabric from Jenny stitches a lovely sew

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Helen's Closet

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Love the look of that pattern! The falconers are great, best fly zip instructions

Sewing decorations for Christmas etc

Alma · 4 days ago Ambassador

Hi Mel, I've made Christmas stockings in the past, mostly for gifts and one for my dog which comes out every year. They take little time and fabric and I think they're so effective. I reckon I probably followed a YouTube tutorial and this one was...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Helen's Closet

Teesside_Stitches · 4 days ago Community Member

All of Helens patterns I find are really enjoyable to make up.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Helen's Closet

Teesside_Stitches · 4 days ago Community Member

I got the falconer pants a few months ago, really like the look of those, not made up yet. Ive just bought the spindrift while it was on offer over the weekend. I fancy the cropped version, denim jacket style.

Sewing decorations for Christmas etc

Mel · 4 days ago Plus Member

Has/do anyone sew Christmas/general household decorations (other than bunting)? do you 'wing it' and make it without a pattern? Do you have any 'go to' patterns that you use? does anyone have any tips or suggestions for me? I'd like to do a...

Floral Falconer Pants

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Oooh this is tricky they both work so well! You could always do both and alternate the colours!!

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Yes... I think I'd like to be a bear too!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Helen's Closet

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

All excellent patterns! Let's see what have I made... first up was the Winslow culottes about 8 years ago, york pinafores, jackson pullover and Falconer pants most recently! I think that's all...

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

DianeH · 4 days ago Community Member

This is a nice pattern, Kim. Look forward to seeing the final jacket. That's a lot of pieces! x

Floral Falconer Pants

Alma · 4 days ago Ambassador

Floral update! I have almost finished a little something to match my floral Falconer Pants.. I just need to pick buttons. I realise they both sort of disappear, but both colourways are leftovers and have had their chance to shine on other me-mades,...

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McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 5 days ago Ambassador

Personally I'd like to hibernate. My hubby always says l should be a big brown grizzly bear. You could eat 70% of my body weight in yummy foods then hibernate for 4 months. Definitely coming back as a bear!!! 🥰🤣🤣

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McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 5 days ago Ambassador

I've not tried it on yet. It's not at a stage where I can. Admittedly I jump around when sewing garments up. Do the sleeves, maybe the collar, then go back and do the lining. I'm so over the place. I'm hoping to do some more on it tomorrow. ...

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McCall's M8121 Jacket

LaTrica · 5 days ago

This time of year gets me too. Dark and cold just screams bedtime to me.

Falconer pants - first attempt… work in progress

LaTrica · 5 days ago

These look really good and I love the color. I wish I could help with the width but all my pants are a little too wide. Still figuring it out.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Helen's Closet

Teesside_Stitches · 5 days ago Community Member

Ive made a few gilberts, quite a few Ashtons with the sleeve expansion pack, a fair few York pinafores, but my out and out favourite is the March top and dress which I have made numerous versions. Its just so easy to wear and so versatile.

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Ah once you find a good pattern the possibilities are endless!

Falconer pants - first attempt… work in progress

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

These look really good, they are designed to be quite wide leg but looking at the pictures I think where you need to remove length is in the back, around the top of your thighs as that loks like where you have the most excess fabric. So I would...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Advice please, which fabric should I use…?

LaTrica · 6 days ago

I also like the Minerva print but I don't mind a loud print. The Celestial Blue viscose sateen in really pretty as well. Would only be concerned that from a distance it reads as denim.

Falconer pants - first attempt… work in progress

Adele · 6 days ago Community Member

I don't think these turned out too bad. I did a toile made a few adjustments, which on the whole worked okay. These included, using 1 x larger size for the front pieces, taking a triangle out from the back as I had some gaping, shortening the rise...

Introductions

Sarah H · 6 days ago Community Member

Lovely to meet you 'in person' last Wednesday evening. Looking forward to the Pattern Club live this Wednesday. I am a bit disorganised at the moment when it comes to sewing at home but hopefully that will all change soon. I mainly like to sew...

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

Sara · 6 days ago Plus Member

I can't wait to see this made up Kim, have you had to adjust the pattern at all ? FBA ?

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 6 days ago Ambassador

I've been working slowly through this pattern. It's taken more time than I expected as I'm so cold!! I'm snuggled up under a blanket one end of the sofa most of the time rather than sewing. My husband runs hot and he's at the opposite end of the sofa...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Tammy Handmade - Lila Panties

Anna · 6 days ago Plus Member

Hi Hayley Thank you so much! That's really helpful! I too am a high waisted undies girl but I was just staggered by how much bigger they were than my regular ones. I will take your advice and drop down on size and see what the height is like. I think...

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Ah yes, topstitching definitely slows the process down a bit, but so worth it!

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

oooh that analysis paralysis is a tricky beast! I've been meaning to make the Jarrah for a while, I have made the Sew House Seven Tabor which I love and people go wild for the toaster sweater.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Tammy Handmade - Lila Panties

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Hi Anna I found they ran really big! I'm ususally a high waisted undies girl but these are very high waisted, and when cut to my measurements felt much too big. So I dropped down two sizes and reduced the height of the waist by 2" (the regular waist...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Tammy Handmade - Lila Panties

Anna · 1 week ago Plus Member

Hi everyone! Has anyone made the Tammy Handmade Lila Panties? I was wondering how true to size they are. Compared to what I normally wear in shop bought items, the sizing of the pattern pieces are on the big side (like almost double!) Also, do you...