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Introductions

Shellkarensews12 · 2 days ago Community Member

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

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

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

Introductions

Shellkarensews12 · 2 days ago Community Member

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

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

Laura L · 2 days ago Plus Member

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

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

Laura · 2 days ago Community Member

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

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

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

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Oooh that will look so good!!

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

Laura · 2 days ago Community Member

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

Sew over it Antonia

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 days ago Plus Member

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

Sew over it Antonia

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

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

Sew over it Antonia

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 days ago Plus Member

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

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Sew Over It

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 days ago Plus Member

Lol it was a good photo opportunity 🤣

Sew over it Antonia

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

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

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Sew Over It

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

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

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Sew Over It

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 days ago Plus Member

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

Sew over it Antonia

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 days ago Plus Member

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

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Knit and Stitch show Harrogate 2025

Mel · 2 days ago Plus Member

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

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Knit and Stitch show Harrogate 2025

Mel · 2 days ago Plus Member

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

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

Laura L · 3 days ago Plus Member

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

Project Diaries

Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

Debbie B · 3 days ago Community Member

Beautiful. Thank you for the link.😃

Project Diaries

Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

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

Project Diaries

Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

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

Big and Tall lounge set

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

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

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

Glenda H · 3 days ago Community Member

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

Big and Tall lounge set

Glenda H · 3 days ago Community Member

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

Nicks Dress

Katherine · 3 days ago Plus Member

Amazing! Thank you 😊

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

Glenda H · 3 days ago Community Member

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

November Pattern Club - Nicks Dress and Blouse

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

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

Nicks Dress

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

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

Nicks Dress

Katherine · 3 days ago Plus Member

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

Project Diaries

Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

Debbie B · 3 days ago Community Member

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

Elevenses Backpack

Laura · 4 days ago Community Member

Haha yes, that definitely sums up bag making!

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 4 days ago Community Member

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

Project Diaries

Merchant and Mills Winnie PJs

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

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

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Frocktails Plans

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

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

Nicks Dress

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

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

Tammy Handmade Simi Skirt

Laura · 4 days ago Community Member

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

Elevenses Backpack

Laura · 4 days ago Community Member

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

Testimonials

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

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

Nicks Dress

Melinda · 5 days ago Plus Member

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

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

DianeH · 5 days ago Community Member

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

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

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 5 days ago Plus Member

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

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Frocktails Plans

Shellkarensews12 · 5 days ago Community Member

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

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

Adele · 6 days ago Community Member

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

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Knit and Stitch show Harrogate 2025

Arpana · 6 days ago

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

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Vintage sewing machine

DrDsews33 · 6 days ago

thanks, I'll give it a go!

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

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

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

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Frocktails Plans

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

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

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Vintage sewing machine

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

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

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

LaTrica · 6 days ago

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

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

Badger · 6 days ago

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

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Vintage sewing machine

DrDsews33 · 6 days ago

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

Sewing Challenges, Competitions and Events

Frocktails Plans

Shellkarensews12 · 6 days ago Community Member

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

Luna backpack

Linda B · 6 days ago Plus Member

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

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

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

Elevenses Backpack

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

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

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

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

Wellness travel bag

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Hooray to using a long time stash resident!

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

Adele · 1 week ago Community Member

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

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 1 week ago Community Member

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

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Gillian-Rose · 1 week ago

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

Wellness travel bag

Allison B · 1 week ago Plus Member

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

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

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

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

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

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Favourite Sweater Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

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

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

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

Elevenses Backpack

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

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

Wellness travel bag

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

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

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Gillian-Rose · 1 week ago

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

Wellness travel bag

Allison B · 1 week ago Plus Member

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

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 1 week ago Community Member

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 1 week ago Community Member

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 1 week ago Community Member

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 1 week ago Community Member

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 1 week ago Community Member

Elevenses Backpack

Debbie B · 1 week ago Community Member

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