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Marlo sweater

Shelley · 20 hours ago Plus Member

Marlo sweater

Shelley · 20 hours ago Plus Member

Thanks Hayley, yes sweater knit, very warm. Just right for the weather at the moment

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

Shelley · 20 hours ago Plus Member

Your coat is beautiful, well done ☺️

Project Diaries

A little diary thread because I'm at the age where I forget!

DonnieH · 20 hours ago Plus Member

Hi everyone To dispel the Sunday evening blues I have been cutting out and getting projects ready so I can just sit down and sew in the odd half hours I can make during the week. I'm hoping this will make life more balanced than it often is... ...

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

Shelley · 20 hours ago Plus Member

I need to get some of them 🤣🤣

Sewing Goals for 2026

JaneMurphy · 20 hours ago Community Member

Hey all, my goals for 2026 are to do everything with more intention, as in not multi tasking for everything and focus on what I am actually doing instead of half doing things. As for sewing, I love making dresses, but for the winter what I really...

Sewing Goals for 2026

LaTrica · 20 hours ago

I have the exact same problems with trousers and have been meaning to work on another pair. So maybe I'll make it a goal this year. I want a straight leg pair but any pattern that falls straight from my hips ends up wide leg. So I have to actually...

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

DonnieH · 21 hours ago Plus Member

Have you all seen the news labels from Kylie & the Machine: thefoldline.com/products/kylie-the-machine-my-cat-helped-make-this-labels (currently sold out but apparently more stock is incoming!!)

Marlo sweater

Linda B · 23 hours ago Plus Member

this so beautiful well done

Marlo sweater

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Oooh I love this fabric, it looks so snuggly! Is it a sweater knit?

The jeans that threatened to defeat me!

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Well done for persevering with these Glenda, they look fab but I'm pleased you're able to move onto other things now, knowing how much they were bugging you from the socials

Machines & Equipment

Brother 734Ds Overlocker

Laura F · 1 day ago Plus Member

My overlocker is ill, he keeps bunching up fabric under the foot. The blade is not old, should I change the needles instead in the hope that works and if not put in another blade? Do Hobbycraft sell them?? TIA xx

Marlo sweater

Shelley · 1 day ago Plus Member

I bought this fabric from Sew sew sew last year and knew it would be a Marlo, it just took me a while to get it sewn up but im so pleased with it

Sewing Goals for 2026

Mandie B · 1 day ago

I missed this thread last month, so I'm a bit late with my 2026 sewing goals! 1. Sew more trousers and improve their fit. I have plenty of tops and dresses, but not many trousers to put them with! The trousers I've made don't fit how I'd like...

Cedar pants

Shelley · 1 day ago Plus Member

Great looking trousers, love those colours together 😊

The jeans that threatened to defeat me!

AnnieRose · 1 day ago

Well done! I think jeans are some of the most difficult to get right but once you do, they are great. These look very good indeed, and you may well find that they 'settle' better than they feel at the moment. Did you have to alter the back yoke...

The jeans that threatened to defeat me!

Glenda H · 1 day ago Community Member

Well, after much angst the jeans are finally finished. The third pair this year and the most problematic. I'm going to blame the denim!! These jeans fought me every step of the way. The pattern is my much adapted to fit me unique jeans so I knew...

Cedar pants

Glenda H · 1 day ago Community Member

February pattern club pattern

Allison B · 2 days ago Plus Member

Anyone know what we are doing in February

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

Shelley · 2 days ago Plus Member

Omg Hamish is gorgeous, I have one too, Thomas, he loves to help with my sewing too

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

Shelley · 2 days ago Plus Member

I'm really excited to see how you get on with this coat, the fabric is beautiful and just my colour. I'm looking forward to your posts

Sewing Goals for 2026

Shelley · 2 days ago Plus Member

I'm with you Hayley, id like to try the Maison Fauve Ronsard jeans, they are a wide leg, 5 pocket jeans. They look stunning on the pattern

Sewing Goals for 2026

Shelley · 2 days ago Plus Member

I love the Nicks dress, I made 2 In 2024 but I have been back to slimming world and lost a bit of weight so I would love to make another one this year for the summer

Cedar pants

Allison B · 3 days ago Plus Member

The denim was in clearance rainbow fabrics and the baby cord was just in stash as my hubby says they are a bit flash

Machines & Equipment

The Purple Thang tool

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

I definitely love using it as an extra hand to hold fabric close to the needle!

Cedar pants

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Wow!! Allison these are so funky!!! Where were the fabrics from?

Cedar pants

Allison B · 3 days ago Plus Member

My inspiration was a pair of trousers made by garden girl no longer available so I decided to try the cedar pants after watching Rachel make them 😊

Sewing Goals for 2026

GingerMakes · 3 days ago

I actually saw that! And have bought the pattern. I tried some coe trousers, and got the fly done, but messed up the pockets so bad I have placed them aside. It was Thrifted curtain. I was making it out of, so I don't know if I will finish them. I...

Machines & Equipment

Overlocker with a variable speed control

AnnieRose · 4 days ago

Thank you - good point about the fabric. I have some thin stretchy jersey that will be just the job! The Enlighten doesn't have the adjustable speed dials, but very glad that it suits you, and speaks well of the brand.

Sewing Goals for 2026

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Oooh slippery fabric definitely throws some news challenges into the mix! I highly recommend the Helen's Closet Falconer pants for learning a fly zip - we have a tutorial on here if you need a little extra help ...

Machines & Equipment

Overlocker with a variable speed control

DianeH · 4 days ago Community Member

They should have some deals at the shows as well, so you may be lucky and get a good price, whichever brand you go for. I would take some fabric samples with you to test out - the stands always have standard fabric that behaves and does not cause...

Machines & Equipment

Overlocker with a variable speed control

AnnieRose · 4 days ago

Thank you Diane. I have checked - the nearest & soonest is the exhibition at the NEC in March, which I have tickets for. Can I ask you which overlocker you got and how you find it? I have never used Babylock, though reviews speak very well of...

Machines & Equipment

Overlocker with a variable speed control

DianeH · 4 days ago Community Member

Yes, you need to make sure it works for you. Babylock have open days at various retailers, and there was one near me back in September where they have 10% off on the day. Check out their website and it will tell you the events and see if there are...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Woven fusible interfacing

DonnieH · 4 days ago Plus Member

I've found williamgee.co.uk/ to be a great source for buying interfacing and they do 5 metre lengths which are easier to store than a whole roll. Doesn't help with the original question as so far I haven't experienced that!

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

DonnieH · 4 days ago Plus Member

Adele you have created an amazing coat and a fascinating thread for us to follow (even if we are a little late to the party). Simply brilliant and so inspiring. Thank you.

Machines & Equipment

Overlocker with a variable speed control

AnnieRose · 4 days ago

Thank you! I haven't quite decided what to do - but it seems as if the speed cotrol goes with the expensive combined machines. I think that it makes sense to wait and try the machines. £250 is tempting, but no good if it the wrong machine for me....

Sewing Goals for 2026

GingerMakes · 4 days ago

My goal for 2026 is to make some trousers/ jeans with a fly. I also have a wedding in May. I want to make a dress. I have gotten some fabric that is slippery, and will be a challenge.

Machines & Equipment

Overlocker with a variable speed control

DianeH · 4 days ago Community Member

Yes, my Brother sewing machine has a speed control slider which is very useful at times. I wondered if it was one of the combination machines that you were referring to - I didn't check them out when I bought mine, as I just wanted an overlocker...

Machines & Equipment

Overlocker with a variable speed control

AnnieRose · 4 days ago

My main sewing machine is a Janome atelier 7, which has a speed control, and a manual button. For those who can control the speed by pedal very well, this sounds fiddly. But I no longer can, so find it useful. These overlockers with a speed control...

Bestie bag - thank you for all your help❤️

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 5 days ago Plus Member

Oh wow, this is gorgeous. Did you use a teflon foot for the pleather?

Machines & Equipment

The Purple Thang tool

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 5 days ago Plus Member

Yes, I have. I got a packet of 5 from Amazon in different colours. It's like having an extra hand for hold the fabric close to the needle. The pointy end I use to help ease corners out. I think you can use it to thread elastic through and as a hump...

Machines & Equipment

Overlocker with a variable speed control

DianeH · 5 days ago Community Member

I didn't realise there were overlockers with manual speed control. That would be very useful. My first overlocker (cheapy one from Lidl) worked fine and I used it for about five years, but the speed control was either stop or warp speed! I did...

Machines & Equipment

Overlocker with a variable speed control

AnnieRose · 5 days ago

Thanks Glenda, I have tried that, but found it even worse! I am generally quite unco-ordinated, quite apart from the arthritis. But I do appreciate any suggestions

Machines & Equipment

Overlocker with a variable speed control

Glenda H · 5 days ago Community Member

I saw someone who used the foot peddle on the table next to the machine and operated it by hand. That would of course leave only one hand to guide the fabric through but it may tide you over until you can test a new machine.

First make of the year

Wendy_sews64 · 6 days ago

Thank you. It's from Mimiquins, I ordered it at the Knit and Stitch show at Ally Pally. My family paid part of is as a joint Christmas and birthday present.

First make of the year

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

This looks fab Wendy, love the pocket detail, so cute! Can I ask where you got your mannequin from?

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Helen's Closet Jackson T

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Hi Annie, glad it went well. Regarding the finishing on the neckband - all jersey have a tendancy to roll up here just after you've sewn them and need a little gentle coaxing. First you can trim that excess seam allowance around the neckline by...

Drew & Cece

Kelly · 1 week ago Plus Member

Thank you Hayley. I got it from 1st for fabrics xxx

Drew & Cece

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

These look so great Kelly! Love the pop of leopard print, where did you get the fabrics? Yes would love to see you soon X

Sewing Goals for 2026

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Ooh I love how you've set your goals! Can't wait to see how it goes

How to pick yourself up when things go wrong

Laura · 1 week ago Community Member

Thank you Melissa x

Drew & Cece

Kelly · 1 week ago Plus Member

I made yet another TATB Drew sweatshirt! This is my first cropped version and I sized down to a 6! Enter the matching TATB Cece joggers! My first pair! The body measurements put me in a size 9, but I made a 7 at the waist and graded to a 6 at the...

How to pick yourself up when things go wrong

Melissa H · 1 week ago Plus Member

Hi Laura. Thank you for sharing your sewing journey with us. I think Annie and Hayley have provided great advice on next steps. When I find myself in similar scenarios I have a snack and a coffee and start cutting 🤪. I agree an approach could be...

Sewing Goals for 2026

Melissa H · 1 week ago Plus Member

In 2026 my goal is to practice to improve. My two areas of focus will be once a quarter embroidery addition to a bag make and learning to use and using my brother scan and cut on at least two small wallets/bags. On the garment making front, I...

How to make this blanket?

Melissa H · 1 week ago Plus Member

Looks like ribbed knit trim with an overlocked edge that was used as binding...Just a guess! best of luck with the project!

Bestie bag - thank you for all your help❤️

Melissa H · 1 week ago Plus Member

Great bag! Love the color, the wee puffin zip and the sunflowers.