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Capsule Wardrobe Part 1

Adele · 8 hours ago Community Member

Ooh another capsule wardrobe and yours is going to be very different to my office one so it’s going to be great following yours while I’m doing mine 😊

Introductions

Tzoohen · 10 hours ago

Hi Hayley and nice to 'meet' you! I'm a member of Crew run by Closet Core in Montreal. I've always really liked their patterns and style and have been in Crew since it started. I've only recently really joined in the community there as my life is...

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Shelly Dress

Kathy_Sews · 10 hours ago Community Member

It fits you beautifully and such lovely fabric!

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Shelly Dress

Lesley · 12 hours ago Plus Member

Just finished my True Bias Shelby dress using the most gorgeous fabric from December think pink box. I couldn't decide what to make with thus but had some suggestions from the TSG social, of which the Selby was one. I had to do quite a lot of...

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Wardrobe By Me Builder Tee

Shelley · 13 hours ago Plus Member

I was on the hunt for the perfect v neck, short sleeved tee for the summer and think I found it in the WBM Builder tee. As its still very chilly here in Hampshire UK, I thought id give the long sleeved version a try, well I absolutely love this...

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Capsule Wardrobe Part 1

Sandybethsews · 13 hours ago Community Member

Hi all! I am planning my capsule wardrobe now my newly refurbished craftroom is almost up and running. I am going to start with leisure wear. I enjoy swimming and Tai Chi so my first project is a bag. I have cut out and started the Sew Over It...

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Fpc Wren Dress

tracey_sews_62 · 14 hours ago

I absolutely love this dress, but have had a nightmare trying to fit it, I did a toile of the top half and got it to fit okay-ish, needed a couple more adjustments. When I started to sew it in the good fabric it was a FAIL. I'm not sure if the fabric...

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Ann Tilley- Magic Pants

tracey_sews_62 · 14 hours ago

I made them last summer, there are a lot of pattern pieces and steps but I followed Ann Tilley's tutorial on You Tube and that really helped. On me they are a mid rise, but I do have a high waist. Once they are made they are a really easy to wear...

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Finished Hipster Bag

Debbie B · 16 hours ago Plus Member

So classy. Love it!

Is The Sewing Community Leaving Instagram?

SewHayleyJane · 16 hours ago Admin

I’m so pleased it resonated, I hope you find a lovely way to connect to the sewing community here!

The Great British Sewing Bee

SewHayleyJane · 16 hours ago Admin

Ooh sounds fab, I’d love to see it

Is The Sewing Community Leaving Instagram?

Oonagh · 17 hours ago

Your video really resonated with me and just joined because of it. It was a relief to know I wasn't the only one experiencing the disconnect from the sewing community.

The Great British Sewing Bee

Gingernan · 17 hours ago

I did make a Frieda Kahlo inspired dress, but have yet to pluck up the courage to wear it!

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 18 hours ago Admin

Hi Julia, thank you so much for such a lovely comment - yes I think in-person or online communities away from big-tech are the way forward. I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your mum, sewing is such a wonderful and therapeutic hobby when times...

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Office Capsule Wardrobe

Adele · 21 hours ago Community Member

Thank you, no the zipper pulls in the picture will be for a bag as they were in the bag makers box x

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Tzoohen · 22 hours ago

Hi, I'm Julia and live in northwestern Greece; the Balkans really, not the Med so much! Saw your video about Instagram and couldn't agree more. I started sewing again in the wake of losing my Mum in 2018 and found an amazing sewing community on...

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Office Capsule Wardrobe

LaTrica · 1 day ago

Great idea and looks like a lot of fun. Are the zipper pulls for the trousers?

Sewing Technique For Thin Fabric

Danae · 1 day ago

Thank u very much!

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New Dressmaking Patterns - March

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

There have been lots of lovely new dressmaking patterns released this month, here are my top 5. Have you tried any of them? Or have more to add to the list. Atelier Jupe Rosie Blouse - this one has had lots of discussion in the socials recently,...

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Blouse Patterns - Sew April Blouse

Jennifer · 1 day ago Plus Member

I`m planning on making the new Atelier Jupe- Rosie blouse in last months think pink sub box fabric but before that i want to finish my sew over it xanthe skirt.

Sewing Technique For Thin Fabric

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

This could be tricky as you have two different colours here and it will slightly distort the stripe pattern, but this video shows how to do an invisible ladder stitch

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Blouse Patterns - Sew April Blouse

Debbie B · 1 day ago Plus Member

I'm not sure yet which pattern of these two that I'm going to make a blouse with the beautiful viscose from Think Pink box from March. Either Simplicity 9715 or New Look 6555. I've made both several times.

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SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Hello, oh wow that’s amazing!!! Thank you so much for joining, I can’t wait to get to know you more! What sort of things do you enjoy sewing?

Sewing Technique For Thin Fabric

Danae · 1 day ago

Hi everyone, One of my favorite blouses has a hole in it and I want to sew it in a way so that it doesn't show and I don't ruin the fabric which is very thin, I would really appreciate if someone could show me some technique or some way to fix it

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Sandybethsews · 1 day ago Community Member

Hello from sunny Shropshire. I have just watched your YT video about social media and I have deleted Instagram and joined here. I have had a quick scroll through and I am certain that I have found my tribe. Thank you for creating such a wonderful...

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Cinnamon Daisy Poppy

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

I have now many two Poppy's from Cinnamon Daisy, one as a dress with thicker straps and one as a blouse with sleeves. I don't like elastic around my upper arms so I left it out to make more of a flutter sleeve and I am in love with how it turned...

Is The Sewing Community Leaving Instagram?

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

I shared a video on YouTube last night that I made on how my relationship with social media has changed and the shift I'm feeling amongst the sewing community. When I started working on ThreadySetGo it wasn't initially meant to be an alternative to...

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Kathy_Sews · 1 day ago Community Member

Yes I would. Good luck!

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Blouse Patterns - Sew April Blouse

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

That's so lovely, really love those springy colours! I look forward to seeing your future makes too

Poll Of The Week - Fabric Storage

Shelley · 1 day ago Plus Member

Ive also found that I can see what I have better, if its all folded and stacked up, its harder to see what's what

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Blouse Patterns - Sew April Blouse

Melissa H · 2 days ago Plus Member

I finished up my Reyna from Fibre Mood today. Enjoying the happy spring fabric and floaty style. Can’t wait to see everyone’s makes! In april I have three blouses planned. Sanna by Fibre Mood, Malibu by Maison Fauve and hopefully Claudia Western...

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Melissa H · 2 days ago Plus Member

Would you recommend the brand you use? If so, what is the brand?

Do You Toile?

Kathy_Sews · 2 days ago Community Member

Just trying to work out why that helps.... Is it because the yoke makes the change in shape from the waist to the hips easier to manage? I usually have a problem getting the rise right, I don't imagine it helps with that?? Very happy to be told it...

Poll Of The Week - Fabric Storage

Kathy_Sews · 2 days ago Community Member

I hadn't thought about rolling but that's probably a very good idea. I have had some creases and fabric that's been stored in a box for a while that I haven't been able to get rid of

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Kathy_Sews · 2 days ago Community Member

I have some and they are great for thick fabrics but you really have to concentrate and have lots of control. I'm hoping it will get easier with practice

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Ann Tilley- Magic Pants

Kathy_Sews · 2 days ago Community Member

I'd be really keen to hear how you get on, like you I'm drawn to the pattern but prefer lower rise

Poll Of The Week - Fabric Storage

Shelley · 2 days ago Plus Member

Rolled definitely

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Ann Tilley- Magic Pants

sweetbitterki · 2 days ago

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Ann Tilley- Magic Pants

Tina S · 2 days ago Plus Member

If you look for Kate , Ripper Seams on YouTube, she made a video about them. Might help maybe?

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Ann Tilley- Magic Pants

sweetbitterki · 2 days ago

I know!!! But i can’t seem to shake wanting to try them. I first heard of them over a year ago and was fascinated from style and construction but the. Said never mind because of high waist but they keep creeping back into my mind so i feel like i...

Poll Of The Week - Fabric Storage

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

And a bonus question - folded or rolled?

Advice Needed- Grading Sizes

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Good luck Amy, can't wait to see how it turns out!

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Blouse Patterns - Sew April Blouse

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

That's a lovely blouse, and yes I love double gauze too! I think both V and scallop options are beautiful so either way it'll turn out great

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SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Hah, yes you do have to have full concentration. They have lots of different brands on amazon. You turn them on and the blades open and close rapidly - great for if you have mobility issues in your hand that make using scissors difficult. But you...

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Ann Tilley- Magic Pants

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

I have heard of these, and there has been some discussion before but as yet I don't recall anyone who has made them! I think they look fantastic, I'm so keen to try them out. However they are definitely on the high rise side so if you prefer...

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Project: Nina Lee Kewbellow Jumpsuit For A Charity Ball On 27 March

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Absolutely stunning Adele, you got the fit so good!

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Office Capsule Wardrobe

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Oooh this is so exciting Adele - love the idea of a capsule wardrobe! Looking forward to seeing how it all comes together, I think the plans are fab

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Office Capsule Wardrobe

Adele · 2 days ago Community Member

Thank you, I’ve not made the Laon yet but it looks really nice so looking forward to getting that one made up.

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Project: Nina Lee Kewbellow Jumpsuit For A Charity Ball On 27 March

Shelley · 3 days ago Plus Member

Beautiful, what an amazing fit, well done ☺️

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Office Capsule Wardrobe

Shelley · 3 days ago Plus Member

Love this idea, I like your patterns and fabric, good matching. I'll be following to see how you get on, I made a cross body bag with faux leather very similar to yours, it came out really well. Ive also made two Laon shirts, lovely pattern

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Ann Tilley- Magic Pants

sweetbitterki · 3 days ago

Hi! I’m On my phone and couldn’t find a search button to see if this pattern has been discussed before. Any feedback on these pants, especially for someone that prefers mid rise pants. And low rise over high rise? Any thoughts on the pants,...

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Melissa H · 3 days ago Plus Member

I love scissors and am getting much better at a rotary cutter…but will always use scissors…what in the world are electric scissors 🤔 I suppose it is self explanatory…but don’t you lose control and cut where no cutting should be… maybe I just look...

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Blouse Patterns - Sew April Blouse

Victoria · 3 days ago Plus Member

I am very slooowly making a Tammy Handmade Faye blouse in an almost burgundy double gauze with gold specks throughout. It’s my first time using double gauze and I love it. I’m hoping to have it finished soon or I’ll be wearing an autumn colour in...

Zips!

Jiya · 3 days ago Plus Member

Thanks Sue I will check it out. 😀

Twin Needles

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 3 days ago Plus Member

I had skipped stitches when I was using a universal needle that came with the machine on stretch fabric. Got a jersey one and that worked, however my machine manual said only use the 2.5 width needles.

Zips!

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 3 days ago Plus Member

I followed Lucy from sew essential invisible zip tutorial. Basting the zip is with the extra time 😊

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Office Capsule Wardrobe

Adele · 4 days ago Community Member

New project 😁 I want to create a capsule wardrobe for work. I work in an office and I would like a collection to wear so that I feel well dressed and professional and maybe take some of the confidence I seem to have when sewing into work. I took...

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Project: Nina Lee Kewbellow Jumpsuit For A Charity Ball On 27 March

Adele · 4 days ago Community Member

Final photo at the charity ball

Advice Needed- Grading Sizes

Thimble_Amy · 4 days ago Plus Member

Thank you Glenda & Hayley i think i stared at it for 20 mins, i thought it would work but couldn't get my head around the line going in the opposite direction. but it does make sense. Also, makes sense to lengthen first too. still new in this...

Advice Needed- Grading Sizes

Glenda H · 5 days ago Community Member

Lengthen first and grade afterwards would be my advice. When you have graded the front and back put the two pattern pieces together to make sure they follow the same line. Just adapt any inconsistencies to make a smooth line.

Advice Needed- Grading Sizes

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Hi Amy, You would do exactly the same on the back - draw a line connecting the size 12 at the bust to a 14 at the waist - it will still be going inwards as you're only blending between the two sizes so won't alter the shape. Personally I would...

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Laon Shirt By Itch To Stitch

Shelley · 6 days ago Plus Member

Thank you Adele, the red linen was my second attempt the first one was a blue viscose slightly too big so I had to take it in on the princess seams but fits lovely now. Your teal polka dot will look beautiful

Do You Toile?

Adele · 6 days ago Community Member

I just went for it at first so just made everything up and hoped for the best. Now that I’m looking to make from higher quality fabrics, I’m making toiles now. I wouldn’t bother for a hoodie or something stretchy as i don’t think the fit is that...

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Laon Shirt By Itch To Stitch

Adele · 6 days ago Community Member

So good to see this one made up, it’s on my list as I’m also a fan of Itch to Stitch. I’ve got a teal polka dot fabric to make mine from. The red looks stunning on you!

Advice Needed- Grading Sizes

Thimble_Amy · 6 days ago Plus Member

Hi lovely people Im wanting to make the nina lee park Lane dress. Just about to cut the paper pattern and do my usual grading. Im smaller Bust and waist and wider at the hips. So normally grade small to large. The park Lane bodice pieces...

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Blouse Patterns - Sew April Blouse

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

I'm planning to remake a Tilly and the Buttons Mabel - I made this one in a double gauze which looks lovely but I never wore it (in fact I gave it away) because it was too short and I didn't like the shorter sleeves. So next time I'll go for the...

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SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

I agree, Fiskars are the best scissors. I've tried others and always find them too heavy

Favourite Tools For Cutting

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Yes, I agree I'm much more accurate with scissors. But for lots of square/rectangle pieces a rotary cutter can be great

Zips!

Jiya · 1 week ago Plus Member

A great tip thank you

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Blouse Patterns - Sew April Blouse

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

April is the month for sewing blouses, (an Instagram challenge hosted by Sewn on the Tyne and Cloth Edit) but whether or not you’re taking part in the challenge let’s get some inspiration going. What are your favourite blouse patterns? If you...

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Andrea P · 1 week ago Beyond The Pink Door

Scissors for me . I inherited my grandmothers orange handled fiskars when I was a teenager and have used fiskars ever since. I love them. I have a 25cm one for cutting orders and a 21cm that I use for dressmaking .I have tried using a rotary cutter...

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Wendy_sews64 · 1 week ago

I prefer scissors for dressmaking, but I use a rotary cutter for patchwork/quilting. I find my cutting is more accurate with scissors.

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Finished Hipster Bag

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

This is beautiful Sue! The white fabric with the gold zips works so well!

Do You Toile?

AnnieRose · 1 week ago Competition Winner

That is why all of my trousers are 'jeans' cut, so I have the yoke to help with the fitting.

Do You Toile?

Shelley · 1 week ago Plus Member

8 wow, that is what I'm looking for, the best fit I can get. My toile does fit now, I'm hoping it will now be my go to pattern for jeans or trousers

Zips!

Wendy_sews64 · 1 week ago

I've used that for really fine fabrics before tacking the zip.

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Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

I use scissors for dressmaking but I do use a rotary cutter for quilting or bag making. Despite years of using a rotary cutter I still find cutting curves or intricate bits a bit awkward. I have a large cutting mat but it is still too small for a lot...

Where Did Zippers Come From?

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

That was interesting. Thank you for bringing it to our attention.

Do You Toile?

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

When I originally went in search of good fitting trousers I ended up doing 8 toiles but the end result is so worth it - my back crotch curve bears no resemblance to any printed pattern but it fits me and I successfully transfer that curve to each new...

Zips!

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

Another idea to stop the zip shifting is to use 1/4" quilters tape. That is sticky both sides so you can place your zip and rearrange so it is correct. The tape washes out.

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SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

I am the same, I don’t have a cutting mat big enough for most of my pattern pieces! I think I’ll always be team scissors

Do You Toile?

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Ooh exciting! I have everything crossed for you