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Tammy Handmade - Lila Panties

Anna · 11 hours 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...

Introductions

Kara F · 2 days ago

Very busy! I've got a bit of analysis paralysis at the moment. Looking for the "perfect" option. I want something that works with low stretch/recovery fabric. Eyeing - Pattern Emporium sweet cheeks, Meghan Nielsen Jarrah, and some from Sew House...

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SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Hi Kara, so nice to meet you!! Sounds like you're a very busy lady at the moment! Have you found any sweater patterns you like yet?

Introductions

Kara F · 2 days ago

Hello, my name is Kara. I'm located in Northern California (USA). I've been sewing on and off since childhood. Learning to sew with my grandma and taking sewing lessons. I took a course in college for pattern making and industrial sewing. Later,...

Pattern suggestions for Autumn/Winter

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 days ago Plus Member

The holly dress/jumper by sew over it has waist definition and fairly quick make. I try to avoid jeans because they make you feel colder unless you got thermals under them x

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Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

LaTrica · 3 days ago

Adding a picture of the process.

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Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

LaTrica · 3 days ago

So you make the pattern using your own measurements and their guide tape. It doesn't have seam allowances once completed.

Jeans

LaTrica · 3 days ago

I've needed a good pants pattern. I just have to stick to it.

Pattern suggestions for Autumn/Winter

Gemma_thedalythread · 3 days ago Ambassador

Sounds like a great pattern Hayley, and so many options!

Jeans

Glenda H · 3 days ago Community Member

Oh, gosh. I think these are about the fourth time I've made this pattern but I also made others before hand and imported things I liked from those patterns onto this one. I have over time 'perfected' my back crotch curve and now have that in...

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Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

I've never seen this before, I'm not sure I fully understand. Did the pattern not come with seam allowance? So the pattern pieces you've traced onto muslin, is this for a toile?

Sewing Therapy Tie Dress

DianeH · 3 days ago Community Member

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Woven fusible interfacing

LaTrica · 4 days ago

I mostly use the stretchable knit interfacing. When I did use non-stretch I would sometimes hover a high steam iron over the pieces to see if it shrunk before adhering it properly. I buy Pellon by the bolt and haven't had a lot of problems with it.

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Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

LaTrica · 4 days ago

I cut out my pieces onto muslin with a wide border. Then I traced my markings with a light box and markers. The lines are the actual seam lines. Since they're vividly marked I don't need to establish a firm seam allowance. I just sew along the...

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SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Hi Sarah, so lovely to have you here! What sort of things do you enjoy sewing?

Toaster sweater by Sew House Seven

LaTrica · 5 days ago

That's a great color.

Sewing Therapy Tie Dress

LaTrica · 5 days ago

Looks great and versatile.

Introductions

Sarah H · 5 days ago Community Member

Hello! My name is Sarah. I'm originally from Kent but moved up to the Lake District in 2008. I am a regular Social Stitcher at Jenny Stitches in Barrow-in-Furness but thought this is a great place to meet like-minded people, when I am at home. ...

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Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Ooh wowww!! That is such a funky fabric!!

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Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

LaTrica · 5 days ago

A poly challis I bought from Marcy Tilton a few years ago. I don't have many patterns for fabrics like this so they've been building up in my stash.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

DianeH · 5 days ago Community Member

I quite like the Nina Lee Southbank and I have made two of those using lovely cosy fabrics, but I also have the Toaster Sweater pattern and need to try that.

Sewing Therapy Tie Dress

DianeH · 5 days ago Community Member

Thank you very much, Kim x

Pattern suggestions for Autumn/Winter

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Have you checked out the Grafton dress from Cahsmerette? It's an amazing pattern with about 400 different possibilities depending how you mix and match. Suitable for jersey fabrics - the thickest I think you could go would be a ponte roma but you...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

sew_itz_vicki · 5 days ago Community Member

The Marlo is oversized - the finished garment measurements are really helpful when choosing which size to make. I think I sized down two sizes, but I don't tend to button it up. I think if I was going to button it up I would size down one size 🙂

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Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

What a strange thing to do on the pattern cover - covering up the details with the belt!! It looks lovely though, looking forward to seeing how it's comes along. What fabric are you using?

There's always a first time

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

hooray!! Well done!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

The Billie is definitely one of my favourite sweatshirt patterns - love the balloon sleeves for extra interest! Love my Jackson too although if I make it again I need to lower the neckline a little I feel like I'm being strangled! Haven't made...

There's always a first time

Karen · 5 days ago Plus Member

Hi thanks. Luckily it was just one seam. No idea how I managed it as I had laid it out to pin the yokes. It's finished except for buttons now

There's always a first time

Karen · 5 days ago Plus Member

All done, just one seam with 2 rows if stitching. I just need to do buttons now

Pattern suggestions for Autumn/Winter

Gemma_thedalythread · 5 days ago Ambassador

Thanks Vicki 😊

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

sew_itz_vicki · 5 days ago Community Member

I love the Jackson by Helen's closet, it's oversized without being too oversized, and I love the hood add on. I also like the Billie sweater for something a little less oversized - and the Billie is my go to for a sweater dress. The marlo cardi...

Pattern suggestions for Autumn/Winter

sew_itz_vicki · 5 days ago Community Member

I agree with Hayley - I love dresses and a Marlo cardi. The Marlo is great with a pinafore dress or a skirt too. I prefer the longer length Marlo as it's extra snuggly!

There's always a first time

sew_itz_vicki · 5 days ago Community Member

Oh no! I hope you manage to fix it without too much unpicking!

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Lutterloh supplement 277 nbr 118

LaTrica · 6 days ago

Making this dress for the first time. I want a flowy maxi and this looked simple. Turned out this belt (not a part of the pattern) is hiding a few things. There's a midriff panel and skirt is gathered on. More pieces than I expected. Still...

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McCall's M8121 Jacket

LaTrica · 6 days ago

I also do my tracing and cutting with music. Makes it feel more like a craft party rather than a chore.

Toaster sweater by Sew House Seven

ShelleyB · 6 days ago

Thank you. The cable fabric was from 1st For Fabrics last year, I bought it but you know how it goes, it gets put away then forgotten but stash hub reminded me about it. I love stash hub

Reef Sweatshirt by Greenstyle Patterns

ShelleyB · 6 days ago

That was the only tricky bit, I used double sided quilting tape to secure the zip before stitching it in

Reef Sweatshirt by Greenstyle Patterns

ShelleyB · 6 days ago

The instructions were great and Greenstyle have a sew along on YouTube too, which was great

Toaster sweater by Sew House Seven

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

This looks lovely, that colour is beautiful. Where is the fabric from? Good job on the pattern matching too

Reef Sweatshirt by Greenstyle Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

How were the instructions? I've never sewn a greenstyle pattern

Reef Sweatshirt by Greenstyle Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Absolutely!! Cosy clothes from now on! A coffee colour one will be lovely too, the collar around the zip looks so good

Toaster sweater by Sew House Seven

ShelleyB · 6 days ago

This afternoon is a bit chilly and wintery so I thought id try the toaster sweater, never made it before but had the pattern a couple of years, in fact one of the first patterns I bought. I cant believe how quick and easy this pattern is. Fitted...

Green Combo

ShelleyB · 6 days ago

Kim, love this combo. Green really suits you. I must also say that your youtube channel is one of the most interesting out there you cover so many interesting topics. Thank you

Reef Sweatshirt by Greenstyle Patterns

ShelleyB · 6 days ago

Sorry Hayley, I meant to say thank you too 😊

Reef Sweatshirt by Greenstyle Patterns

ShelleyB · 6 days ago

I used a lovely plum sweatshirting from Andrea at BTPD, I have another planned in a coffee colour sweatshirting. Its only going to get colder now so I need to stock up on the sweaters 😊

Reef Sweatshirt by Greenstyle Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

This looks so good Shelley! I need to check this pattern out. Did you use fleece or sweatshirt fabric?

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My next makes

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

oooh lovely! Looking forward to seeing which fabric you choose

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My next makes

Debbie B · 6 days ago Community Member

I'm expecting this pattern in the mail tomorrow. It was on Simplicity.com on sale for $3.99. I have 3 sweatshirt fabrics to choose from.

Nicks Dress - So many bows!

Adele · 6 days ago Community Member

Oooh you look absolutely amazing! gorgeous dress!

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Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

Debbie B · 6 days ago Community Member

Oh no. I think we have all done something like that at least once.

Reef Sweatshirt by Greenstyle Patterns

ShelleyB · 6 days ago

I was inspired by Rachael of the French Seams on YouTube to try this pattern and i love it, it's much easier to sew than I thought it might be as it has quite a few pieces to put together

Introductions

ShelleyB · 6 days ago

Thank you Hayley, I'll pop it in the makers gallery too x

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

So when you click reply there's a few icons at the top of the text box - the one on the far right is for adding photos. Tap on that and you can select photos to add

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ShelleyB · 6 days ago

Thank you Hayley. Ive just finished the Reef Sweatshirt by Greenstyle Patterns, I cant figure out how to insert a picture for you to see it

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Hi Shelley, welcome to the group! My grandparents lived in Waterlooville so it holds a special place for mE! Well done on teaching yourself all this, what was your most recent make?

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ShelleyB · 6 days ago

Hello everyone, I'm Shelley I live in Waterlooville in Hampshire UK with my partner and two beautiful cats. I started sewing in 2017, my friend Carol taught me as i had a new grandson and wanted to make him a quilt, she's just the best at...

Floral Falconer Pants

Alma · 6 days ago Ambassador

Oh you are very sweet thank you! Xx

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McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 6 days ago Ambassador

Made a start yesterday. Decided to topstitch, with the swapping out of needles and thread it's slowing me down a bit, but really enjoying the sewing bit. Obviously with tracing so many paper pieces it's nice now too focus on the actual sewing bit. ...

Floral Falconer Pants

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

If anyone wants to hear more about Alma's Fabulous Floral Falconers - she's shared more in her YouTube channel - youtube.com/watch?v=U72Yemem92U&t=927s

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McCall's M8121 Jacket

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

That's a very good point actually, good way to see what's what! Have you made a start?

There's always a first time

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Oh no Karen!! How much will you have to unpick? I hope the collar and yoke at least are safe?

Sewing Therapy Tie Dress

Kim · 1 week ago Ambassador

This is so lovely. The fabric is just glorious x

Nicks Dress - So many bows!

LaTrica · 1 week ago

Looks great. I love when a fabric softens up.

Jeans

LaTrica · 1 week ago

These look great. How long did it take you to go from the original pattern to this fit?

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Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

DianeH · 1 week ago Community Member

Love this fabric!

Sewing Therapy Tie Dress

DianeH · 1 week ago Community Member

Thank you Hayley. The dress feels a bit heavy, but the fabric was fine to sew and it feels OK when wearing it. We sat near a log fire and I started to feel a bit warm, but it soon settled down!

Sewing Therapy Tie Dress

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Diane this looks so beautiful!! How was the fabric for the dress? I know you weren't sure if it would be too heavy but from the photo it looks gorgeous

Sewing Therapy Tie Dress

DianeH · 1 week ago Community Member

A few weeks ago I posted this dress made from a duvet cover as a wearable muslin in preparation for this final one in a very lovely wool fabric from Sherwood's Fabrics. This was for a dinner we went to the other night - a reunion event for hubby's...

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Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

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Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Lovely morning with this great bunch working on the top - got more done than I usually do on the socials!! Sewed in the sleeves and side seams, almost there!

Precious Fabric and the dovestone dress

Theresa · 1 week ago Plus Member

I loved making this dress and found it an easy make.

Crafters Corner

Halloween Trick or Treat

Theresa · 1 week ago Plus Member

Peek-a-boo ultimate costume creatr