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Office Capsule Wardrobe

Adele · 22 hours ago Community Member

So pleased to get the Notches Jenna Jacket finished in tonight’s social 🤩. I picked this tapestry fabric up at the Stitch Festival from Lili Fabrics. I fancied having a go using tapestry fabric as it was a bit different and I fell in love with...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Oh that is heartbreaking! She sounds like a pretty smart woman to me!

Project Diaries

Tilly And The Buttons Mabel

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Thanks Lesley, it really does go so well

Project Diaries

Tilly And The Buttons Mabel

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Thank you, yes that's the correct term! It's such a lovely detail, fun to do as well!

Project Diaries

Vintage Pattern Collection

Naomijane · 1 day ago

Thank you so much!

Project Diaries

Vintage Pattern Collection

Naomijane · 1 day ago

Thank you! My dad commented that the front of the lilac dress looks like some kind of bust extension device! (Can always rely on my dad for an honest opinion). The back is much more elegantly designed than the front I think.

Project Diaries

Vintage Pattern Collection

Adele · 1 day ago Community Member

Ooooh!!! These are brilliant!🤩

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Tilly And The Buttons Mabel

Adele · 1 day ago Community Member

That’s looks amazing, the shirring (?! Not sure if that’s the right term) looks really nice, I’d like to have a go at that at some point.

Project Diaries

Tilly And The Buttons Mabel

Lesley · 2 days ago Plus Member

This is looking so beautiful Hayley, fabric is gorgeous and matches the pattern so well

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

AnnieRose · 2 days ago

Thank you for sharing this!

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewingandDoggos · 2 days ago Plus Member

So the reason I learned to sew was that my grandad was as we say 'as tight as a ducks arse' and he was of that generation of men that believed 'If I only need one pair of trousers why does she need more dresses' But he had this weakness with wool...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

AnnieRose · 2 days ago

I know we've gone 'off topic', I hope it's OK. I heard an artyicle on the radio - can't remember the woman's name I'm afraid - she is a senior scientist and encourages young women into science and computing. She told this anecdote: 20 years ago I...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewingandDoggos · 2 days ago Plus Member

My grandmother didn't learn to read until she was in her 60s, my grandad went deaf and couldn't read her her 'stories' from women's own anymore so she had me teach her. Other side to that is like your ladies, grandma also knit a full cable knit...

Project Diaries

Tilly And The Buttons Mabel

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Day 2 progress report! I’m filming as I go for tutorials and YouTube so it’s slow going! Front bodice, peplum, back bodice and sleeves are now ready to be attached to each other. So far a smooth process.

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

AnnieRose · 2 days ago

I am so glad to read this. I had looked at the Lutterloh system and decided that it was not for me. That remains so! But reading about Luise Lutterloh is inspiring. I love 'untold stories' and am aware from my own family & friends that official...

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Well this is so lovely to read Rainey, what an incredible thing it is to find a hobby that does so much!

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Rainey · 2 days ago Plus Member

I started sewing before I could read. My grandmother taught me. We made doll clothes, a satin pillow and quilts. I have always sewn clothes, curtains…anything I wanted to make I’d figure it out. Sewing has brought me confidence and connection to my...

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

It’s so wonderful to hear what a positive impact it has had on you.

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Ooh that’s good to know, haven’t heard of medical paper for tracing!

Quick Question

Nickynock · 3 days ago

Thank you so much, that's really kind of you to say! X

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

DonnieH · 3 days ago Plus Member

I really appreciate you taking the time to reply in such detail. That's all really helpful. I also love your later comment about the background of the founder - I am even more resolved to bring the system into use. Thank you again.

How Has Sewing Positively Impacted Your Life?

Lelan · 3 days ago

I may have already replied to this thread, but it case I haven't... For me, with the combined effects of my disability and my chronic neurodegenerative illness, discovering that I still have access to sewing on simple machines has been a huge...

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Blouse Patterns - Sew April Blouse

Anniehen · 3 days ago Plus Member

It’s lovely Han. Super big collars haven’t been for me in the past, but I have come around to them and have ordered both the Bakerloo blouse and the Playtime Blouse patterns, with fabric allocated for them.

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

Coolamysews · 3 days ago

Team printed and trace here. Even the big 5. I try and keep my traced patterns, but i sometimes lose them. I use medical paper to trace. Amazon sells it in boxes of bolts.

Customized Sewing Stations/ Sewing Rooms

SewingandDoggos · 3 days ago Plus Member

This is the second collection I’ve owned in the last 25 years, the first was super super random car boot sale machines bought for next to nothing and had all sorts of wonderful stuff in it from early shuttle machines to the 201k which is the only one...

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Me Made May

Anniehen · 3 days ago Plus Member

I Annie, pledge to wear a me made garment every day in May where possible (I think I have enough). I love wearing me made clothes 😀

Project Diaries

Tilly And The Buttons Mabel

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

I am currently working on a Tilly and the Buttons Mabel in this gorgeous viscose that was gifted to me from Lamazi Fabrics I’ve just done the shirring on the bodice, now onto the sleeves whilst the machine is set up

Customized Sewing Stations/ Sewing Rooms

Lelan · 3 days ago

Thank you, Annie. That was a fine accounting of passing along worthwhile things such as skill, knowledge, and appreciation of genuine value.

Customized Sewing Stations/ Sewing Rooms

Lelan · 3 days ago

There's is nothing like feedback from an exuberant fellow nerd who obviously loves what they do. Cheers! I myself, when I have the chance to make repairs to a wooden base, also shun compressors and air tools. I have yet to find one that I would be...

Quick Question

sosallysews · 3 days ago Plus Member

I’ve not made this blouse so no help to add but just wanted to say how lovely it looks 💖

Customized Sewing Stations/ Sewing Rooms

SewingandDoggos · 3 days ago Plus Member

! A fellow restorer and collector in the wild! My workaday machine is the Singer 201k aluminium in a short bottom of the range cabinet, but also I have…every single variant of the 66k in both full and 3/4 size ranging from the first 66k with the...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Oh wow, thank you so much for sharing what you know with us, that is so amazing!! And yes I think you’re probably right about how she flew under the raider

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewingandDoggos · 3 days ago Plus Member

The truly wild reason for somehow managing to out style arc style arc is that this system was designed in 1935 and remains totally unchanged today, (the earliest book I have is 1949), and it was designed for women who would have been taught to sew...

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Haha, I tend to be a jeans and jumper girl too - want to try and make more use out of the dresses I've made in May! Glad you're feeling inspired!

Project Diaries

Vintage Pattern Collection

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Wow - yes I can image a garment a week would be a bit overwhelming - but how wonderful to be so absorbed in your hobby I love the gamification of choosing which pattern to make next, and these are all so beautiful! the back of that lilac...

Chair In The Sewing Room

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Oh my goodness that is the loveliest thing!!

Latest Makes

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Oh no!!! whoops

Quick Question

Nickynock · 4 days ago

Thanks so much Hayley x

Latest Makes

JaneMurphy · 4 days ago Plus Member

I did use a pressing cloth, but they plastic melted and stuck to it, lol so now I need a new pressing cloth

Project Diaries

Office Capsule Wardrobe

Naomijane · 4 days ago

That makes total sense, and if it solved the problem it must be right!

Chair In The Sewing Room

Naomijane · 4 days ago

You've made me think about what I sit on when I sew! I've never thought about it before, but actually I switch between my paternal grandmother's old wooden chair (for cutting out and pinning) and my maternal grandmother's kitchen stool (at my...

Chair In The Sewing Room

Naomijane · 4 days ago

I love your chair!!

Project Diaries

Office Capsule Wardrobe

Adele · 4 days ago Community Member

I’m not sure it I did the right thing but it did work. It appeared like the lining was too tight so was pulling on the outer fabric making it curl. By folding up the hem a bit more, the lining wasn’t as tight so it wasn’t pulling.

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Office Capsule Wardrobe

Naomijane · 4 days ago

I tried to make a jacket with lining that curled at the bottom, but I had no idea what I'd done wrong or how to fix it. So a wider hem is the answer?

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Double Gauze Carnation Blouse?

Kathy_Sews · 4 days ago Community Member

Hello Rachel (stitched up) showed a double gauze version of this on her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfq3GMdApsU I thought it looked really good in double gauze Kathy

Chair In The Sewing Room

AnnieRose · 4 days ago

Thank you! I didn't know there was such a thing - off to check it out

Project Diaries

Vintage Pattern Collection

Naomijane · 4 days ago

Last year I sewed too much. I averaged a garment a week, which consequently overwhelmed my wardrobe and frazzled my brain. So this year I decided to calm down, limit my makes and take my time. I ordered six vintage patterns from The Vintage Pattern...

Latest Makes

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

It looks beautiful Jane - I have had this problem with double gauze before, and found that a pressing cloth was helpful for pressing the seams without damaging the fabric

Quick Question

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Hi Nicky, looking at the pattern on the French Navy website it does look like the shoulder seam extends slightly past the natural shoulder seam. However if that's not look you like you can do a narrow shoulder adjustment next time to bring it in a...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Goodness me, I think my head is about to explode!! I'm glad this works well for you and you've been able to figure it all out, but wow it's pretty complicated!!

Introductions

Naomijane · 4 days ago

Hi Hayley, Thank you! I've never felt brave enough to wear any of my makes, partly because I worry they'll fall apart but mostly because I'm a jeans and jumper girl. But I've just seen the Me Makes May forum and I must say I'm feeling a little...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewingandDoggos · 4 days ago Plus Member

It's all about the symbols https://sewingnhumming.blogspot.com/2009/07/mastering-lutterloh-symbols.html has a fair few explaining what they all mean. It does click into place when you know that /// means a double layer of fabric, be it a facing,...

Chair In The Sewing Room

Wendy_sews64 · 4 days ago Competition Winner

I have a Horn sewing chair, which I love. It is fully adjustable and supports my back. There are different fabric options.

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

DonnieH · 4 days ago Plus Member

I bought the Lutterloh system a couple of years ago but have only just started using it. I had to put it away as I found I could draft the patterns very easily using the system but then didn't have a clue about how to put them together! Now I've been...

Chair In The Sewing Room

AnnieRose · 4 days ago

Hello all, I ducked off for awhile as I had a lot of stuff that needed my concentration. Yesterday I got back in the sewing room and my chair broke! It was an old office chair - I actually can't remember how I aquired it, but I know it must be 20+...

Quick Question

Nickynock · 4 days ago

Hello lovely people, this is my first time on here and I'm after a little advice. I recently made my first vetiver blouse by French Navy. I loved making this. The only issue I have is that the shoulders seem slightly dropped on me. I searched...

Edinburgh Sewing Social

Kathy_Sews · 4 days ago Community Member

Edinburgh Sewing Social

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

Too far for me but wishing you all the best with it.

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

I trace most patterns as well as I make so many adjustments that the original would be ruined if I didn't. I also feel that tracing gives me a better understanding of the pattern.

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Smitten Jacket By Pattern Emporium

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

That looks gorgeous. I love a jacket with a bright pop of colour. It suits you.

Latest Makes

JaneMurphy · 4 days ago Plus Member

So, I decided to make up a couple of items I cut out last summer and didn't get to. One was an epic fail and was binned and the second was a pretty top in double gauze, but it had little silver spots in it. They were plastic which I found out when...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

Debs · 4 days ago

Me too, I trace AO printed PDFs and oaper patterns. That way i can add my adjystments withput needing reprints or buying a new pattern. My weight fluctuates and i can cgange up or down 2 or 3 sizes.

Project Diaries

Capsule Wardrobe Part 1

Sandybethsews · 4 days ago Plus Member

Lane Pants all finished. The photo isn’t the best, but I was excited to upload it! The fabric is a dark really lovely quality cotton chambray from Guthrie and Ghani. I made a size 16 based on my hips and as I am only 5ft small I took off 3 inches...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewingandDoggos · 4 days ago Plus Member

Because it's you :) I unpacked the stuff from today's project again lol. First picture shows the book and the pattern piece for the back of the shirt, the ruler is pushed into the X on the wee pattern piece and I've followed the line to mark the...

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Me Made May

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Fabulous pledge! If you fancy it you could start a project diary on the forum to document what you stitch each day

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

I love a proper book too!

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Yes I love a good rifle through my paper pattern collection

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Ooh yes I've heard of the Lutterloh system, I haven't looked too much into it though - am I right you can only use their patterns? It doesn't translate to other patterns?

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Me Made May

SewingandDoggos · 5 days ago Plus Member

All my garments have been me made for the last 20 years, so I’m pledging to make a small dent in my stash by sewing every single day instead :)

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewingandDoggos · 5 days ago Plus Member

Oh my stars isn’t the Epsom eco-tank such a game changer, I have one of the first generation basic but with all colours and its been flawless at everything I’ve thrown at it and all it’s asked for is half a bottle of black ink and the occasional full...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewingandDoggos · 5 days ago Plus Member

A fifth option has entered the chat. I use a system called Lutterloh or the golden rule, people will have seen So Carole use it on her YouTube. It’s like projector but analog. You have your tiny wee pattern and then ‘project’ it on to your paper with...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

DawnieHB · 5 days ago Community Member

I like printed patterns, there’s something just satisfying looking through a stash of pattern envelopes to choose what to make next. I always trace as well, due to the cost of patterns & changing body size! I do also purchase pdfs & get them...

Oddest Garment I've Made

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Oh wow that's amazing!

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Hi Naomi, So lovely to meet you! Wow these dresses are gorgeous, that polka dot one is definitely a bit of me!! Do you not tend to wear your makes? The 40s and 50s styles ones especially are still lovely to wear!

Oddest Garment I've Made

Katie · 5 days ago Plus Member

I once made a jacket from an ikea bag lined with 2 plastic mailing bags! It was for a junk fashion show for my daughter.

Patterns, Plans & Makes

How Long Does Fabric Sit In Your Stash?

Lelan · 5 days ago

100% as long as it needs to. If I run out of room I simply stop building inventory at random, though I will still pick up the odd specific fabric I need for XYZ project as work arises. I have fabric that I bought for special projects for people...

Introductions

Naomijane · 5 days ago

Hello Hayley, I've just discovered your lovely community website (frustratingly 5 minutes before I have to leave for work!), and I'm so looking forward to exploring it and 'meeting' other sewers. I'm a vintage and historical sewer, since 2023...

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Me Made May

Coolamysews · 5 days ago

Love this! Achievable pledge for me too. I think I'll follow suite.

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

Jiya · 5 days ago Plus Member

I love paper patterns Im very old school! I have a kindle but still prefer real books. I have done print at home from PDF but havent enjoyed it. If I cant get a printed copy I do use copyshop.

Edinburgh Sewing Social

Kathy_Sews · 5 days ago Community Member

No problem, thanks for doing that.

Where To Buy Swim Fabric?

Wendy_sews64 · 5 days ago Competition Winner

They are really comfortable - you can add a bra shelf for extra support, but I didn't.

Project Diaries

Capsule Wardrobe Part 1

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Oh sorry to hear you've not been well, hope the headache gets better soon and you can enjoy getting the Lane pants sewn up.

Where To Buy Swim Fabric?

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

These are fantastic!! How do they feel on?

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Smitten Jacket By Pattern Emporium

sosallysews · 5 days ago Plus Member

Wow! looks fabulous.

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

That's great that they enable you to access sewing patterns!

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Totally get that, although there is something quite nostalgic about the paper ones

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

ah, easy mistake to make!! it is handy being able to reprint a page or two... if you can figure out which ones you need.

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Ah well done, I'm always too lazy to trace!

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Ah interesting, I didn't realise there was another option all tougher.... all of the above!

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SusieBlu · 6 days ago

I live in a country town where I cannot buy fabric or patterns. I find PDF patterns are wonderful for me to access patterns and print them to enable me to continue the sewing mo jo as it hits, using fabric from my stash.

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Double Gauze Carnation Blouse?

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Hi Vega Haven't made it myself but I do love double gauze. However... if it wasn't for the ruffle around the collar I think the double gauze would be lovely, but because it holds its structure well it might want to stick out. hmm... I'm not sure!

Edinburgh Sewing Social

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Hi Kathy, So sorry about that, have sent that over

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Smitten Jacket By Pattern Emporium

Lesley · 6 days ago Plus Member

This is gorgeous, love the colour

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Smitten Jacket By Pattern Emporium

Kathy_Sews · 6 days ago Community Member

It's beautiful!

Edinburgh Sewing Social

Kathy_Sews · 6 days ago Community Member

Thanks very much, Hayley! Fingers crossed.... If you could put me in touch with Sam that would be really helpful, thanks.

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

Sandybethsews · 6 days ago Plus Member

I also object to paying a lot of money for a pattern for it to come on flimsy tissue paper. I much prefer the thicker paper of Tilly andmthe Buttons for example.

Project Diaries

Capsule Wardrobe Part 1

Sandybethsews · 6 days ago Plus Member

A slight hiatus as I have had a flu bug and now a sinus headache. The Lane Pants pattern is printed and cut out and the fabric is prewashing as we speak. I have made the Limestone Top from some cheap lycra from Minerva but it is rather thin with...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

Sandybethsews · 6 days ago Plus Member

I love the option of PDFs and sometimes get them printed depending on the complexity of the pattern. I have just glued and cut the Lane Pants PDF out and it went together fairly well with a slight hicough at the end when it wouldn’t match up (the 2nd...

Where To Buy Swim Fabric?

Anna · 6 days ago Plus Member

Megan Nielsen has a blog post from 2019 on where to buy swimwear fabrics across the world https://blog.megannielsen.com/2019/05/where-to-buy-swimwear-fabric/ She lists - SewMeSunshine, Minerva and Sistermintaka for UK.

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

Wendy_sews64 · 6 days ago Competition Winner

My preference is for printed patterns. If this isn't an option, I will have an A0 copy printed. I always trace my patterns before use.

Where To Buy Swim Fabric?

Wendy_sews64 · 6 days ago Competition Winner

I made a couple of swimsuits last year. I bought the fabric from Fabric Godmother. I used the Cottesloe pattern by Megan Nielsen as it has a choice of styles. I have recently bought the Clearwater Essentials pattern by Love Notions to try.

Button Hole Phobia

Anniehen · 6 days ago Plus Member

Ooh Donnie, what a great idea.

Button Hole Phobia

Anniehen · 6 days ago Plus Member

Thanks Hayley, pretty sure my machine has it all where buttons holes are concerned. It’s the Bernina 475. I love her and should trust her on this.

Button Hole Phobia

Anniehen · 6 days ago Plus Member

Thank you Jasmin. I love your Insta post 😀

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Double Gauze Carnation Blouse?

VegaSews · 1 week ago Plus Member

Sorry if this has been asked before but has anyone made a Fabric Godmother Carnation blouse in double gauze? I know that I will wear it unbuttoned a bit at the neck and at least double gauze looks the same on both sides. But might be a bit floppy?...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

Agata · 1 week ago

Need option 5 ;) - it doesn't matter ;) I don't mind printing at home or sending for printing, don't mind drafting myself or tracing from a magazine or a big 4. I do like paper patterns because its harder to forget about them 🤣

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Smitten Jacket By Pattern Emporium

Shelley · 1 week ago Plus Member

Thank you Hayley. What did we do before stash hub 🤣🤣 it tells me I bought it from Rainbow Fabrics in 2024, it's a deadstock stretch babycord in magenta and it was a bargain at £7.99 per metre 😊

Button Hole Phobia

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

A perfect analogy!!

Edinburgh Sewing Social

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

This is very exciting Kathy, I hope it all goes well!

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Definitely need big rolls of paper for this!

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

I take my hat off to you Paula!! That's one thing I don't have patience for unless I know there's going to be a lot of alterations

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Me Made May

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

These are all gorgeous Jane!

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Me Made May

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Perhaps finding new combinations of garments? Or searching out the ones you don't wear very often to work out if there's a reason why and any alterations you could make? Or just enjoy the month of May as is!!

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Smitten Jacket By Pattern Emporium

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

It looks fantastic Shelley! Such a gorgeous style and colour! Where is the beautiful fabric from?

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Smitten Jacket By Pattern Emporium

Shelley · 1 week ago Plus Member

I finished my jacket this morning that I was sewing on the social last night, I have to say it turned out better than I thought it would

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Me Made May

Agata · 1 week ago

Thanks. To be honest due to perimenapausal brain fog I was convinced that there is a strong chance I only thought about adding them 🙈

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Me Made May

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

I've been sewing for so long that most of my day to day wardrobe is me made anyway. The bought clothes I do have are quite matured now and are mostly jackets but I do have some t shirts that I love the colour of. I have no pledge that I can think...

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

Paula W · 1 week ago Community Member

I'm a suspenders-and-belt type. I'll get PDF/coo pyshop patterns and then usually trace off a tissue copy so the pattern stays uncut. I've shredded too many tissue patterns that are hard to re-use.

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Me Made May

sewandyjane · 1 week ago Developer

Apologies Agata, we have an automated spam filter that we put in a while back and it can be a bit sensitive, I have restored those posts for you. 😊

Poll Of The Week - Sewing Patterns

JaneMurphy · 1 week ago Plus Member

I love my projector! I still trace my pattern from the projector on a roll of kraft paper so I have paper copies of any size I use. It is my way to have nice copies on sturdy paper without all the taping and using so much ink and paper

Forum Updates

sewandyjane · 1 week ago Developer

Absolutely - that is in my next batch of todos, I'll be making it so users can edit a post or forum thread they've created within a certain time window, say 15 minutes or something like that, so that any typos can be tweaked or any missing details...

Patterns, Plans & Makes

Me Made May

Agata · 1 week ago

Hi Hayley I added a link twice but it both of my responses to posts disappeared. Not sure what happened there.