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How to pick yourself up when things go wrong

Melissa H · 12 hours 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 · 13 hours 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 · 13 hours 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 · 13 hours ago Plus Member

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

Machines & Equipment

Overlocker with a variable speed control

AnnieRose · 23 hours ago

I'd be glad of advice & shared experience. My 16 year old Janome overlocker works beautifully. However, increasing arthritis in my ankles particularly is making it very difficult for me to control the speed reliably. I am now using it for longer...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Helen's Closet Jackson T

AnnieRose · 23 hours ago

Well, I used some cheap jersey from my stash to make this, and I am, on the whole very pleased - it was just what I was looking for - thank you Hayley. But I do need to ask how you finish the neckband? I followed the instructions, but didn't use...

How to make this blanket?

AnnieRose · 23 hours ago

You can buy bias binding makers. This link is to Amazon as it shows the cheap set which I have (bought at a show). Other sites like sew essential have rather better quality individual makers.

First make of the year

Wendy_sews64 · 1 day ago

I had some denim left over when I made a pair of jeans in 2023. I used it to make a self-drafted. I embroidered the pockets using my embroidery machine.

Wild seeds Daphne

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Wow Heather this is just stunning!!! What a lucky girl

How to make this blanket?

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Most likely this will be a bias binding made from the makers choice of fabric. You can get bias binding in the shops but most commonly is polyester or satin. But you can make your own from any fabric by cutting strips on the bias - which is...

How to make this blanket?

Pattern350 · 1 day ago

Hi I was wondering if someone could help with advice for a beginner. For the blanket in the photos the main fabric is polyester, then it has a soft material sewed onto the edge. As a complete beginner how would I make a blanket like this? I...

Sewing Goals for 2026

sweetbitterki · 2 days ago

I like that pattern but I'm not ready to learn FBA but maybe in future.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

Nancy · 2 days ago

Hi Haley! Thank you! I'm sorry to hear your jeans didn't work out, but thank you so much for clarifying my misunderstanding! And it's good to hear that the Falconer Pants are winners 👍

Sewing Goals for 2026

Heather_bowser · 2 days ago Community Member

The pattern emporium all in easy fit shirt has the best instructions for sewing up a button up skirt. The collar goes in so beautifully.

Wild seeds Daphne

Heather_bowser · 2 days ago Community Member

I started this during yesterdays chat and finished it late last night. My granddaughter is named Aurora from sleeping beauty. I felt this pattern and fabric gave it those vibes.

Introductions

Lara · 3 days ago

Tnx! I made 2 sweaters and 1 top. Made a lot of mistakes, but I think I solved them!

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Hi Helen, lovely to meet you! And so excited you're joining us in the social tomorrow, you'll have a link emailed to you 10 minutes before the event starts. Click the link and you'll go to the webpage where the social is hosted. Allow access to...

Introductions

Helen · 4 days ago

Hello, I'm another Helen based in Warrington and I've been sewing for around 10 years. I've just bought Le manteau pattern from Atelier brunette and that's going to be my next project. I'm planning to join the free extra sewing social tomorrow but...

Marlo Sweater/Cardigan Question

Lesley · 5 days ago Plus Member

I've had similar problems with a cable knit. In the end I overlocked the inner neckband edge in a single layer then stitched in the ditch without folding over the seam allowance to reduce the thickness. Pleased with the outcome, eventually!

Machines & Equipment

Selling my sewing machine

MrsB · 6 days ago Plus Member

Hi, many thanks for the reply, i've sold it to a friend now so all is good 😀

Machines & Equipment

Selling my sewing machine

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Whilst we don't currently have a specific place for listings here - if you post some photos and specs plus what you're looking to sell it for here. Then if anyone is interested I can connect you over email.

Marlo Sweater/Cardigan Question

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Oh no Han!!! I'm so sorry you've run into trouble - the cable knits can be really thick and when sewing through multiple layers it's tricky! Perhaps a contrast neckband in some ribbing could work as an alternative?

Sewing Goals for 2026

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Oh Adele I'm sorry you're feeling deflated, but amazing that you've taken the steps to push forward with it with the workshop, that's awesome! Would love to hear how it goes!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

DianeH · 6 days ago Community Member

Thank you Glenda x

Sewing Goals for 2026

Adele · 6 days ago Community Member

Trousers! I really want to be able to make a nice fitting pair of trousers and jeans. I've had a go at a number of patterns and I just don't seem to be able to get them to fit. And I'm not a wide leg relaxed trouser person, I don't enjoy wearing...

Machines & Equipment

Trying to choose an industrial sewing machine

Jlmcmillan1 · 6 days ago

I own and use a few industrial straight stitchers and oh my goodness, if I had room for all industrials I totally would! The things to consider though are space, as they are HUGE compared to domestics, and intended use/needs. I'm a garment sewist but...

Machines & Equipment

Trying to choose an industrial sewing machine

Melissa H · 6 days ago Plus Member

Much like Hayley I have heard more positive about pfaff. In regards to industrials I have experience with Juki 1181 and Thor 1541. I find the Juki is better with thinner fabrics than my Thor. But my Thor is a whiz at all vinyls and leathers six...

Marlo Sweater/Cardigan Question

Han · 6 days ago Plus Member

Oh my gosh, I've had to give up. The cable knit I bought is just way too thick and it's a total nightmare to sew. I've already reduced the neckband width by half so just sewing a single layer but even then, my machine just jams and my overlocker...

Bestie bag - thank you for all your help❤️

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Emma this looks sooo good!! You have done an absolutely amazing job, I love the sunflowers as well

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Hi Lara, lovely to meet you and have you here! Well done on your 3 garments already this year, what did you make?

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Glenda I think you might be my jeans sewing muse!! I love how much you've taken a single pattern and adapted it to be the absolute perfect fit for you!! Hope you're getting on ok with the second pair for your son, I know you're keen to crack on...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

Those look fabulous on you! Well done.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

My go to jeans pattern started off as a Jalie but I have changed it and adapted it so much to fit my shape and leg style that I'm not sure I can say it is the Jalie anymore!! It is however now a tnt so although I look at other jeans patterns I have...

Sewing Goals for 2026

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

Some will be tnt patterns (jeans, gilet, sweatshirt) coat is a new pattern - unless I use a tnt again. Once I've adapted a pattern to fit me I use it over and over to get my money's worth!!

Machines & Equipment

Selling my sewing machine

MrsB · 1 week ago Plus Member

Hi, I have purchased a new sewing machine and am looking to sell my old one, is there anywhere on this forum that I could advertise it for sale? Is that allowed? My apologies if I'm not able to! Would anybody be able to direct me to where I could...