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Seen Around Sarlat

SewHayleyJane · 17 hours ago Admin

Ooh I bet that was good people watching!!

Heat Wave Sewing

Sara · 17 hours ago

It looks really nice, and you can choose not to iron double gauze, which is a plus I. This weather. I like to sew helen's closer patterns (Winslow and Gilbert are a favorite, and just finished a Jackson tee). It's very personal, but for me they...

Heat Wave Sewing

Sara · 17 hours ago

They both look wonderfull. I really like the Hayley dress. But the Irving is nice too.

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First Ever Invisible Zip!

MrsB · 19 hours ago Plus Member

Its a minerva pattern called the amelia dress, hope it fits!

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First Ever Invisible Zip!

SewHayleyJane · 19 hours ago Admin

Amazing work! What are you sewing?

Heat Wave Sewing

Ariane_et_le_fil · 20 hours ago Community Member

Holmes is on my list with double gauze but I've never sewn a Helen's closet pattern. I'll have to sew a toile before. My sewing space is in a veranda and I have the chance that there is an air conditioner.

Heat Wave Sewing

AnnieRose · 20 hours ago

That is a lovely dress. I am finding my Holmes dress very comfortable in the heat. But at home, my south facing sewing room, so lovely for 90 per cent of the time, is not a good place to be when we get a heatwave.

Wrap Dresses

Glenda H · 20 hours ago Community Member

I've made New Look 6301 a few times which is easy although it is designed for knits. It is a faux wrap as the skirt is 'normal' and not wrap.

Heat Wave Sewing

Ariane_et_le_fil · 21 hours ago Community Member

I'm looking to sew a Hayley dress from Sew Over It. But I have to iron my fabric and, as you say, it's hot here in Belgium. Otherwise, I've finished an Irving dress from the Cashmerette club and I'm happy to have it for tomorrow : ...

One Sewing Tool You Wish You'd Bought Sooner

Naomijane · 23 hours ago Competition Winner

Mine is a simple water erasable pen (instead of chalk). I've found that if I place my finger underneath where I need to mark a dot as I mark it, the erasable ink will go all the way through - saving me half the time! Plus it's improved my pattern...

Project Diaries

First Ever Invisible Zip!

Sandybethsews · 1 day ago Plus Member

That is VERY impressive! I have yet to tackle invisible zips.

Pesky Slippy Viscose - No More!

Jasmin · 1 day ago Plus Member

Hi Heather! 👋 There is a shorts view too! 🥳 I think the release is early July. They're very clever trousers and lots of views as always with cinnamon daisy!

Heat Wave Sewing

Sara · 1 day ago

Hi all. As we are currently experiencing a heat wave in Belgium that will last for at least one more week, do you have any pattern recommendations? Think natural fibers, airy clothes,...

Project Diaries

First Ever Invisible Zip!

Debbie B · 1 day ago Plus Member

That looks fabulous and I love the fabric. So pretty.

Pesky Slippy Viscose - No More!

Debbie B · 1 day ago Plus Member

Thank you for sharing that tip from Judi. I hadn't heard that before.

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Child's Dungaree Patter Suggestions

BoltonchocsChrissy · 1 day ago

Hi Agata, thanks for your reply. I'll look at that pattern 😊

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Child's Dungaree Patter Suggestions

BoltonchocsChrissy · 1 day ago

Thanks Hayley. Ive never heard of them, so I'll check out what they've got. 😊

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First Ever Invisible Zip!

MrsB · 1 day ago Plus Member

Oooooh im super chuffed with myself, always avoided invisible zips but i have decided each project or garment i make i need to learn a new skill, invisible zip ticked off…..i’ll be invisible zipping everything now!

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

Ariane_et_le_fil · 1 day ago Community Member

Thank you ! I will look for it.

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

AnnieRose · 1 day ago

I'm not sure. You wouldn't want it next the skin I think you have to experiment to find what suits you. I used some technical wicking fabric that I had left over. I think that any soft cotton would work.

Seen Around Sarlat

AnnieRose · 1 day ago

At the market this morning, I could not take photos, too clumsy and slow. But please imagine: An elegant older lady in a panelled skirt that looked to be made of colourful scarves. Crisp azure cotton Capri trousers with large broderie anglaise type...

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

Ariane_et_le_fil · 1 day ago Community Member

Do you thing sponge (the thin one) could work ?

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

AnnieRose · 1 day ago

Also realised Ajoy that they would be useful if you make a dress from your beautiful print, as you will want to keep washing to a minimum.

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

AnnieRose · 1 day ago

Also a scrap buster!

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

AnnieRose · 1 day ago

These were standard for many years, and I believe are still used in the theatre. They went out of favour when washing machines and easy care fabrics became available.

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

Ariane_et_le_fil · 1 day ago Community Member

I didn't know this kind of things exist. Thank you for sharing ! I sweat a lot and it could be really helpful.

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Pattern Suggestions To Showcase My Print

Ariane_et_le_fil · 1 day ago Community Member

I was looking at my "forgotten" patterns and what other sewists have made with them and I found an Adeline dress from Style Arc : I saw this realization https://www.instagram.com/p/DR_UDNdE6iv/ and it reminds me of your post.

One Sewing Tool You Wish You'd Bought Sooner

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Ooh i might have to look into this one… better than knotting the ends

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Child's Dungaree Patter Suggestions

Agata · 1 day ago

I made my daughter be outstanding overalls by Ellie and Mac. Very easy. I added pockets. Made them couple years ago, and she stillwears them ( i dropped them hem to make them longer)

One Sewing Tool You Wish You'd Bought Sooner

Agata · 1 day ago

The tiny little thing called -knit picker. It helps weave ends of overlocker threads and secure them. I am using it couple years now (and I keep few spare just in case)

Wrap Dresses

Agata · 1 day ago

I love Betty by Sinclaire Patterns its faux wrap for knits. They do petite height. They also have Eden wrap dress with bust cups but I haven't made it

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

Ajoy · 1 day ago

That's fantastic thank you ❤️ great to have the explanation of how you measured the placement and see the pictures

Memory Bears

Ruth C · 1 day ago

And the dog has won the vote. I am now making two dogs @sewhayleyjane! Wish me luck (it'll be 3 as I'll make a test one first)

One Sewing Tool You Wish You'd Bought Sooner

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

I'd love to know if you have a sewing tool or piece of equipment that you didn't have for ages, and then once you got one you wondered how you ever lived without it? For me it's the French Curve... until I got it I just eyeballed grading curved...

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Child's Dungaree Patter Suggestions

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Have you tried Tadah Patterns? I made my daughter the Festival dress a few times, not what you're looking for but I was really impressed with the pattern and different options for customisation! They have lots of lovely patterns I'm sure they'll have...

Memory Bears

Ruth C · 1 day ago

Thanks, Funky Friends Factory look great I'll ask the requestor what sort of animal she thinks would be best. The recipient has a dog but collects teddy bears, so I was asked to make a bear.

Memory Bears

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Have you heard of Funky Friends? They have a few different patterns but this ones is pretty cute https://www.funkyfriendsfactory.com/keepsake-memory-dog-sewing-pattern

Wrap Dresses

Netty · 1 day ago Plus Member

I’m 4’10 and loved making the wrap dresses from The Bold One. She’s a New Zealand designer. Dresses did from bust size and very easy to make. www.theboldone.co.nz

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

AnnieRose · 1 day ago

Ok, I'm trying some photos. You can see the protectors, and just about see the press studs. The other photo shows a protector in position. The vertical seam you can see is the sides seam of the sleeve and top. You can't really see the horizontal...

Wrap Dresses

Sandybethsews · 1 day ago Plus Member

Wow, thank you. I have just watched a YT video on how to do that so the Roseclair might now be a contender!

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Sew Bake Make Barrel Pants

Heather_bowser · 1 day ago Plus Member

The store owner said denim. Very lightweight. But not as drapey as chambray.

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Sew Bake Make Barrel Pants

Heather_bowser · 1 day ago Plus Member

Yes. Really quick.

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Pattern Suggestions To Showcase My Print

Naomijane · 1 day ago Competition Winner

Oh well if that was the theme then you nailed it! Patterns wise there's Simplicity S9088 and Butterick B6399, although I've not tried either (yet). Basic flappers seem to be a simple sleevless dress, with no shape except for a waist line at the...

Wrap Dresses

Ariane_et_le_fil · 2 days ago Community Member

In the clubhouse, Jenny from Cashmerette has answered to someone asking how to remove the "puff" from the Roseclair sleeves. She recommends to use a reverse splash and spread to reduce the length of the cap sleeve.

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

AnnieRose · 2 days ago

I remembered them from the fifties! I googled and didn't find anything very helpful So I put the frock on onside out, and asked my husband to mark with tailors chalk. I cut 2 layers - one was a wicking fabric I had left over. I made 2 sets. They...

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Child's Dungaree Patter Suggestions

BoltonchocsChrissy · 2 days ago

Hi, can anyone please recommend a pattern for dungaree style girls skirt. (Skirt preferably , although I'm happy to adapt a shorts/trousers dungarees to a skirt) Age 6-12 years if possible please 🙏

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Pattern Suggestions To Showcase My Print

Ajoy · 2 days ago

The theme for the assessment was art deco so I'm glad you see it 😊 do you have any suggestions for a flapper dress pattern?

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Saguaro Set

Sandybethsews · 2 days ago Plus Member

What a fab set. The colour really suits you.

Wrap Dresses

Sandybethsews · 2 days ago Plus Member

Thank you. I had a look at the Roseclair and the sleeves are slightly too puffy for me. I like the non tiered version.

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Pattern Suggestions To Showcase My Print

Naomijane · 2 days ago Competition Winner

For me your print is giving art deco vibes - I'd want to make a flapper dress if it was mine (I can never think outside of my historial box!).

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Pattern Suggestions To Showcase My Print

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Wow these are incredible!! My goodness the door is wide open for pattern suggestions! What sort of drape does the cotton have? Is it quite floaty like a lawn or does it have a bit more structure?

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Sew Bake Make Barrel Pants

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

These are so good Heather! Is it a chambray fabric?

Memory Bears

Ruth C · 2 days ago

I've been asked to make a Memory Bear for someone in DH's extended family. I am very happy to do it. However I gave away all my soft toy books a while ago and the 3 teddy bear patterns I have are not really suitable (all too simple). I have two...

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Sew Bake Make Barrel Pants

Laura F · 2 days ago Plus Member

They look so nice on you Heather, were they a quick make?

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

Ajoy · 2 days ago

Thanks for sharing this beautiful dress, you look lovely in it. When you have a moment, could you tell us more about the underarm protectors? I've been thinking to make some linen slips to wear under dresses for cutting down on washing and...

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Pattern Suggestions To Showcase My Print

Ajoy · 2 days ago

I'm open to patterns for pants, tops, overalls, jackets, whatever garment you think might help show off my print. I've added photos of the two colourways I mentioned above, there is 3m of each.

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Pattern Suggestions To Showcase My Print

Ajoy · 2 days ago

I like the pattern you suggested, I'm also open to patterns for any style of garment that you think might make the print the focus rather than cutting it up

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Sew Bake Make Barrel Pants

Sandybethsews · 2 days ago Plus Member

They look really nice!

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

sewandyjane · 2 days ago Developer

Hi Annie, please don't be embarrased at all! It's all a work in progress so I'll continue improving everything to make it as user friendly as possible. Regarding StashHub, they have some information here about downloading CSV files: ...

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Sew Bake Make Barrel Pants

Heather_bowser · 2 days ago Plus Member

I was cutting and sewing these during one of the socials this week. Thought I would share the finished pants. I added some elastic to the hem instead of ties. And did a drawstring out of the same fabric. The only alterations I made were to shorten by...

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Saguaro Set

Heather_bowser · 2 days ago Plus Member

You look beautiful!

Pesky Slippy Viscose - No More!

Heather_bowser · 2 days ago Plus Member

That is a great trick! Do the pants have a shorts view?

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

Anniehen · 2 days ago Plus Member

Both 😳 I’m embarrassed because I’m generally pretty techy

Pesky Slippy Viscose - No More!

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 days ago Community Member

Looking forward to hearing all about these trousers Jasmin 😬

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Canon Dress

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 days ago Community Member

I've yet to make the dress version. Yours looks fabulous Sandra 😊

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Saguaro Set

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Theresa you look fabulous!!! I love everything about it, what type of fabric is it?

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

This is so good to hear Ariane!! I'm so pleased you've found it easy and useful!

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

Ariane_et_le_fil · 2 days ago Community Member

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Saguaro Set

Theresa T · 2 days ago Plus Member

I loved making this outfit. My second Saguaro Set. Fabric from 1st for Fabrics.

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

Ariane_et_le_fil · 2 days ago Community Member

I"ve easukt loaded my csv files from Stash Hub with the patterns and the fabrics. I just have to add the pictures. I love the fact of just taking notes in the diary. I never found a good solution for me.

Garment Swap Idea....

DonnieH · 2 days ago Plus Member

Have sent email Ajoy. And thanks Hayley for facilitating this.

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Pattern Suggestions To Showcase My Print

DonnieH · 2 days ago Plus Member

Aren't you clever? My goodness, that's lovely. Is this the style of dress you want? (short length and sleeveless?). I think this pattern looks lovely made up in a strong, regular pattern but it's not the same sort of style as you have shown here. ...

Wrap Dresses

DonnieH · 2 days ago Plus Member

The Roseclair by Cashmerette might be a good contender. Cashmerette caters for a range of cup sizes so you can choose a smaller size to ensure a good fit for your shoulders and still accommodate your boobs. They also give fantastic pattern...

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Pattern Suggestions To Showcase My Print

AnnieRose · 3 days ago

I think that print looks as if it was made for that dress - a lovely creation - I would definitely use that. I hope someone else will come along with another idea, because I want to suggest a kimono style jacket that I have mentioned in many posts!

Ai Generated Patterns On Etsy

AnnieRose · 3 days ago

I found this very interesting. I know little of AI, and the little I know has not given me any cause to think it useful. I also think that a good basic pattern from a designer who suits you can be adapted in various ways. One post I saw on a...

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Amazing!! So pleased you are enjoying it

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

So pleased you found it easy to use Vega, and great that you're using it to inspire those makes

Wrap Dresses

Sandybethsews · 3 days ago Plus Member

I have a fancy to make a wrap dress! I am 5ft tall with a 42 inch full bust and 39inch high bust, uk size 16 - 18 with narrow shoulders, and I am at a loss as to which dress to go. I fancy a floaty viscose rather than jersey and have been eyeing...

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Pattern Suggestions To Showcase My Print

Paula W · 3 days ago Community Member

Fabulous. I can't suggest a pattern because I don't sew that many dresses. This is beautiful!

Favourite Sewing Podcasts

Paula W · 3 days ago Community Member

Thanks for this list! I've been looking for more podcasts, and I'm going to ignore that little voice telling me to branch out into politics or the latest brain research, I have to check these out.

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Pattern Suggestions To Showcase My Print

Ajoy · 3 days ago

Hi sewing friends, I created a screen print during a course and I'm looking for some simple patterns that I could sew up to make the print a feature. I have two colourways, both 1.1m x 3m, one is cream cotton with navy print and the other is pink...

Garment Swap Idea....

Ajoy · 3 days ago

Hi Donnie, Such a great idea, I know so many people have makes that just sit in the back of their wardrobe. Your Lichen Duster is a beautiful coat, I have the pattern in my stash and have been working up the courage to give it a go. I'd love to...

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

VegaSews · 3 days ago Plus Member

I think this is a great tool. It wasn’t difficult at all to make a start and I used it to be accountable in my aim to use some less-loved stash fabrics instead of the shiny new arrivals! And the more I use the sewing room, the more useful it’s going...

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Double Gauze Carnation Blouse?

VegaSews · 3 days ago Plus Member

Oh many thanks. I will have a look. Sorry for late reply, we were on holiday! Vega

Found My Mojo!

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Yes Sandy that's amazing!! Have you got some photos of the fabrics you purchased?

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

For downloading the CSVs from Stash Hub? Or importing it into here?

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

Anniehen · 3 days ago Plus Member

I can’t figure out how to do it Hayley. Are there instructions anywhere?

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

Netty · 3 days ago Plus Member

This is such a great idea and I can’t wait to get started. Thank you Hayley and Andy for all your hard work and support x

Ai Generated Patterns On Etsy

DonnieH · 3 days ago Plus Member

Brilliant video.

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Hi Annie, yes you can download a set of CSVs from StashHub (or any other apps!) and then we have the ability to import it into your stash if you go to the main stash page and then click on "Import" in the top right.

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

Anniehen · 3 days ago Plus Member

This is great Hayley. However, I (and maybe others) have my fabrics detailed on stash hub and I can’t face relisting it all. I wonder if it might be possible to develop the ability to import from there? 🤔

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

Lelan · 3 days ago

I do like this tool very much, and I was just looking for the sewing room thread soi I could ask if there was a way for us to visit each other's "rooms" - so top notch timing, there.

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Adaptive Shop Apron

Lelan · 3 days ago

Thank you very much, Glenda.

Ai Generated Patterns On Etsy

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

It was definitely a point I wanted to highlight - there's so much work that goes into creating those patterns, to be undercut by a £3 pattern is awful

Ai Generated Patterns On Etsy

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

I'm so pleased the video brought you here! And very glad you didn't fall into the trap

Ai Generated Patterns On Etsy

Naomijane · 3 days ago Competition Winner

I know this wasn't the main purpose of your video, but it made me appreciate the work that goes into creating a pattern, and how they decide on a final price. I've never bought a pdf pattern before because I thought they were over priced, but now I...

Found My Mojo!

Sandybethsews · 3 days ago Plus Member

Hello all, I have found my sewing mojo again after spending a lovely day at Abakhan in Wales with 3 sewing pals. I bought some gorgeous material for a new pair of Lane Pants and some jersey for tee shirts and summer pjs. I am excited again for...

Garment Swap Idea....

DonnieH · 4 days ago Plus Member

I'll kick this off with an offer of an embroidered denim, Sew Liberated, Lichen Duster coat. It's way too big for me (It's a size 16 top and the waist and hips have a huge amount of ease so would fit a larger size). I also have a length of...

Ai Generated Patterns On Etsy

Sewzanne · 4 days ago

Hi! I actually found this community through this video. I am getting back into sewing clothes, and I almost fell into this trap on Etsy. Your video was incredibly informative. I have been adding indie makers and patterns I want to try to my TBS list,...

Taking A Break From Sewcials

JaneMurphy · 4 days ago

Thank you Glenda!

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

So pleased you like it Linda

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

This is amazing, love the look of your project!! Can't wait to see how it progresses

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

Naomijane · 4 days ago Competition Winner

I've added a vingage project into my sewing room and I already feel more organised and motivated! I'm also enjoying clicking on random names and seeing what people have been working on.

Ai Generated Patterns On Etsy

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Thank you Glenda, yes I really hope it get's shared far and wide too - anyone know any journalists?! It's such an important message

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

Looking forward to using this - when I have time to sit down and work through it. A fabulous idea. Many thanks.

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

Oooh, that is lovely! I do like the colour - and the setting!!

Ai Generated Patterns On Etsy

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

I watched this and found it excellent! Well done, hope it gets widely shared. The information from the pattern designers made it all make sense.

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Baby Shower Outfits

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

Love the separates to look like a jumpsuit. Great idea.

My Grandson Has Arrived!

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

How lovely! What adorable pictures of him. Congratulations to the whole family.

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Adaptive Shop Apron

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

What an excellent transformation to make something so useful to you. Well done for solving your problem and looking good with it.

Taking A Break From Sewcials

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

See you in the autumn! Enjoy your summer.

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My Latest Bra

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

All the components were left over from a kit I had from Fit2sew, lovely stuff but sadly she retired in 2024 and closed her online shop.

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

That's fab, I'm so pleased you like it

Taking A Break From Sewcials

JaneMurphy · 4 days ago

Thank you Lesley!

Taking A Break From Sewcials

JaneMurphy · 4 days ago

Thank you Donnie!

Taking A Break From Sewcials

Lesley · 4 days ago Plus Member

Have a lovely summer with your family Jane. See you in the autumn.

Taking A Break From Sewcials

DonnieH · 4 days ago Plus Member

Enjoy the summer with your family!

Taking A Break From Sewcials

JaneMurphy · 4 days ago

Thank you Hayley. Oh, and I love the new addition to the site, incredible!

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Latest Makes

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

These are adorable Jane!!

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Canon Dress

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

This looks really lovely Sandra!!

Taking A Break From Sewcials

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Hi Jane, we will certainly miss you in the socials but sounds like you've got your hands full! Looking forward to seeing you again in a few months

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Canon Dress

Sandra · 4 days ago Plus Member

My first toile in toile fabric of the Canon dress. The three inches I added to the V was correct for me. But the next one I am going to grade from the centr front and back. Which feel correct and take an inch out of the sides as there seems a...

Taking A Break From Sewcials

JaneMurphy · 4 days ago

Hey everyone, just wanted to say that I am taking a break from the sewcials for the summer. It is much too busy with grandkids, biking and golfing to fit everything in it seems. I will post new makes as I get things made. See you in the fall!

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Latest Makes

JaneMurphy · 4 days ago

I seem to have lost my sewjo lately, so I decided to make some things for my grandson. They are the Finley Hoodie and parachute pants.

Clc Prints

Laura F · 4 days ago Plus Member

Clc Prints

Laura F · 4 days ago Plus Member

Feel free to call them Ruthy, they are so helpful x

Favourite Sewing Podcasts

Laura F · 4 days ago Plus Member

Maybe I will dip my toe into a sewing podcast, I do love a good podcast x

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

Linda B · 5 days ago Plus Member

A great tool I love it

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Share Your Sewing Room Project Diaries!

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

I am loving hearing about all the Sewing Rooms and Project Diaries being set up over the last 24 hours! If you've set yours up let us know about it here - if it's public we can click on your name in the thread and see what you're up to! We will be...

Clc Prints

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

Ruth’s I don’t know if my screenshot will help! I uploaded 3 patterns. 2 of them have two A0 pages and the other has three. Total 7 pages with three file uploads added to the line item.

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

Anna_77 · 5 days ago

I love this! I am new here but I have already started using the project feature. It looks really useful and inspiring!

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Swimsuit Patterns

Anna_77 · 5 days ago

Tack för ditt svar, jag märkte först nu att jag fått ett svar. Ja verkligen trevligt att träffas här. Värmland är ett mycket vackert landskap. Det var trevligt att du svarade på mitt inlägg, hälsningar från Anna

Garment Swap Idea....

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

I love this idea Donnie - I'm more than happy for a garment of fabric swap thread to be started and then anyone that needs to be connected privately I can facilitate until we can get something set up

Garment Swap Idea....

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

I've just been listening to one of the previous guest recordings as I work this morning, and Hayley and Lauren (from Guthrie & Ghani) were talking about the garment swap rail that G&G offer at one of their open day type of events. It got me...

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Friday Pattern Company Canyon Dress

Mardi L · 5 days ago

I made the top version recently. I sized down to small because I prefer things more fitted. My tip for the placket is to take your time, be really precise and use washaway tape on all four sides. Mine is almost perfect even if I do say so myself :)...

Clc Prints

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

Amazing. Ordered at 19.05 last night and received the despatch notification just after 9am - and not just the shop confirmation but the courier confirmation too. Very impressed with the turnaround!

Favourite Sewing Podcasts

Becky W · 5 days ago

Im another fan of Love2Sew! I found this link to 13 podcasts below on fabrics galore: https://www.fabricsgalore.co.uk/blogs/fabric-news/inspirational-sewing-podcasts-in-the-uk-and-beyond Not all have continued but still nice to have a listen.

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

AnnieRose · 5 days ago

Thank you so much. I agree with DonnieH. I shall look forward to using it when I get home to my computer Not sure there is enough time to add all of my stash though!

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

AnnieRose · 5 days ago

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

AnnieRose · 5 days ago

We're in the Perigord at the moment. And thank you!

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Dawn H · 5 days ago Plus Member

Hi Ruth, Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. I didn’t have any problems, just chose which paper I wanted the patterns printed on then uploaded the files from my Dropbox. You need to indicate how many sheets there are to print also so you...

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“Grow A Pair Adele, And Make A T-Shirt” I Said To Myself, So…

VegaSews · 5 days ago Plus Member

Well done, they look lovely. And once you’ve got some comfortable t shirts made in lovely fabric you’ll never be able to go back to shop bought ones!

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VegaSews · 5 days ago Plus Member

Oh wow. This looks wonderful. What a great idea to help us out with planning and getting inspired. I can’t wait to get started when I have a moment. Many thanks to you both. You are both so clever!

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

That’s fantastic!! I’m so pleased you love it

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

MrsB · 5 days ago Plus Member

Looooooove the sewing room! Just added my first project 😍

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Amazing, so pleased you like it Lelan!

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

So pleased you like it! Watch this space for more features coming soon, for now we wanted to launch the main feature and see if there are any problems with it and how people like it. Then we have updates in the pipeline to make things more shareable...

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

Ariane_et_le_fil · 5 days ago Community Member

Gorgeous. This makes me sure I have to sew one.

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Lelan · 5 days ago

I absolutely love this new feature... already added four WIPs!

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

Naomijane · 5 days ago Competition Winner

Oh so it does! Thank you!

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

NaomiJane if you click on my name on one of my posts - it will take you to my sewing room!

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

Naomijane · 5 days ago Competition Winner

I think it's a great new feature and I especially love the photos displayed like Polaroids. And I'll be interested to see how the catalogue of patterns develops. I have a question; How does one go about visiting other people's sewing rooms that...

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DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

Thank you Laura. First order placed. Love that they also print & bind the instruction books and their 3D printer things are useful too.

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Absolutely gorgeous!! This looks so lovely on you! Also… the backdrop looks somewhere rather lovely too

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SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Donnie this makes me so happy to read, thank you so much for giving it a go and your feedback already!!

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

The dress is beautiful and you look stunning in it! I hope you are enjoying wearing it!

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DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

In a couple of minutes I have added an item to the fabric stash, set up a project, added photos and notes and a diary entry, linked it to the fabric in my stash ...... This feels like sewing planning and organisation heaven. So simple and...

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DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

Love it Hayley and Andy! Just enough detail and fields without pushing me into overwhelm!! Love that we can keep going back in to add to existing projects and keep a record of progress over time. That's going to be really helpful.

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

Naomijane · 5 days ago Competition Winner

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

Naomijane · 5 days ago Competition Winner

Ooo this looks fun! Does everyone get a sewing room or just plus members?

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Ruthy · 6 days ago Community Member

Welcome To Your Sewing Room - New Feature

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

I am so excited to share with you all the new feature Andy and I (ok... mostly Andy) have been working on - your own virtual sewing room! A simple way to share your sewing projects in a diary format, update it in real time, share photos and keep...

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Adaptive Shop Apron

Lelan · 6 days ago

Thank you, Annie. I appreciate that sentiment.

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Adaptive Shop Apron

AnnieRose · 6 days ago

I am so impressed by these, the amount of thought and work that has gone in to them. Your determination and creativity are amazing! I hope you have many years of service from them.

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Holmes Dress From Helen's Closet

AnnieRose · 6 days ago

I was unsure about this frock, but it is perfect for our holiday! The fabric is a cotton ikat weave, bought from the much missed Offset Warehouse, I had to cut across the width because that's how the stripes run. I made a bodice toile, and...

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Monique · 6 days ago

can you try take a screenshot of your cart and show us? also i believe you can also email them the files after ordering if you are worried its not right. this is what my basket would look like after add the files

Pesky Slippy Viscose - No More!

Ariane_et_le_fil · 6 days ago Community Member

Thank you for sharing ! I must have a rest of what we call here, bulgomme. It's more structured than yours but it's the same principle.

My Grandson Has Arrived!

Ariane_et_le_fil · 6 days ago Community Member

Happy long live to Caolån. Congratulations to all the family. He arrived just in time to follow the football cup ;-)

My Grandson Has Arrived!

Rebecca M · 6 days ago Plus Member

It’s pronounced Kay-lan he really is a sweetie and so adorable (even at 4am) and because my daughter had a c-section im helping and offered to do the night rota, over the weekend. 😂 Jeese I forgot how exhausting it is

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Adaptive Shop Apron

Lelan · 6 days ago

Thank you, Hayley. That is a high compliment indeed!

Ai Generated Patterns On Etsy

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

I created and shared a YouTube video yesterday discussing the rise of AI generated patterns that you can now find on Etsy - with contributions from Sew Over It and Ann Tilley about the work that actually goes into creating a sewing pattern, testing...

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Adaptive Shop Apron

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

This is absolutely fantastic Lelan, what a clever solution to a big problem! It looks really good as well, functional and stylish

My Grandson Has Arrived!

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Oh huge congratulations!! He is absolutely gorgeous, and so pleased to hear everyone is doing well! I have to ask… how do you pronounce his name?

Pesky Slippy Viscose - No More!

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Jasmin this is amazing!! I’m so pleased this worked for you, everyone needs to know about this. Can’t wait to see your trousers, the ones I’ve seen look so lovely

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Netty · 6 days ago Plus Member

How adorable, congratulations Nanny Rebecca. I’m sure he won’t be short for cute clothes over the upcoming years. xx

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Baby Shower Outfits

Rebecca M · 6 days ago Plus Member

Thank you, yes this is my favourite style of outfit now I did make another set in different fabric

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Baby Shower Outfits

Rebecca M · 6 days ago Plus Member

The top I’m wearing is a free tutorial on YouTube by Jessica shaw (diy ruffle pyjama top) pants I’m wearing are my go to sienna trousers by nh patterns My daughters top and skirt is the daisy frock by Lydia Naomi, I just didn’t attach the bodice...

My Grandson Has Arrived!

Rebecca M · 6 days ago Plus Member

Baby Caolån Declan Bobby Joyce arrived on Tuesday 9th June by c-section weighing (as I correctly predicted) a healthy 8lbs, my daughter is doing amazing and I’m having the best time doting on him, being promoted to nanny is amazing, he is the best...

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Friday Pattern Company Canyon Dress

helen-a78 · 6 days ago Plus Member

What a lovely dress, I have just made the top and agree with the placket opening being very low, I think I am going to stitch mine together a little way.

Pesky Slippy Viscose - No More!

Jasmin · 6 days ago Plus Member

I LOVE this community! 😍😍 On a recent sewing social I mentioned the pains of cutting out viscose fabric (or any drapey fabric), it slips and slides and shifts and I think we can all agree, it has a mind of its own! I asked if anyone had any...

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Adaptive Shop Apron

Lelan · 6 days ago

Correction: these are overalls, not coveralls.

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Adaptive Shop Apron

Lelan · 6 days ago

So, I have a problem. I am decidedly uncoordinated when trying to do almost anything for more than a few minutes. Since most work involving sewing projects and working on antique and vintage sewing machines takes much longer than a few minutes, I...

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Ruthy · 1 week ago Community Member

Hi Monique I did all that. It's when you go to view the order that it all looks like a mish mash and it's that part that I'm concerned about I'll give another go and see what happens Thanks for taking time to respond

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Matchy Matchy Sewing Club Playdate Blouse

Anniehen · 1 week ago Plus Member

Thank you Katie, it’s a real favourite 🙂

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Matchy Matchy Sewing Club Playdate Blouse

Anniehen · 1 week ago Plus Member

Ahh, thank you Hayley 🙂

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Matchy Matchy Sewing Club Playdate Blouse

Anniehen · 1 week ago Plus Member

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Matchy Matchy Sewing Club Playdate Blouse

Anniehen · 1 week ago Plus Member

Thank you Vicki 🙂

What To Do?

Ariane_et_le_fil · 1 week ago Community Member

And also, a pinafore with the check one could be great

What To Do?

Ariane_et_le_fil · 1 week ago Community Member

With the white ones, you could maybe sew a caftan or a dress with center seams on the front and the back, playing with the stripes. With the checked one, maybe a long skirt or pants.

What To Do?

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Ooh... interesting fabrics! I'm genuinely not sure... the white fabric is giving polo shirt vibes - maybe something Wimbledon inspired!