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Teachers Gifts

Agata · 6 hours ago Competition Winner

Miss teen asked me to make gifts for 2 of her teachers She picked a zipper pouch for a teacher who likes to draw/sketch and a book sleeve for teacher who likes to read. I showed her couple examples + fabrics and she picked what she liked. Took...

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Named Patterns Kojo Wrap Top And Olo Pants

Rebecca M · 8 hours ago Plus Member

Haha I go by Michelle it’s my middle name Rebecca is my first name (officially) but my mother wanted to make my life confusing and call me by my middle 😂

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Another Lora Dress

Anniehen · 8 hours ago Plus Member

Ahh, thank you Hayley. It’s from Simple Life Fabrics, but Sarah retired about 18-months-ago. I’m working on de-stashing by working through my stash. I haven’t been able to part with any more than one piece 😂

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Named Patterns Kojo Wrap Top And Olo Pants

SewHayleyJane · 8 hours ago Admin

Gorgeous, I’m so sorry I’m not sure where the name Michelle came from!! How strange!

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Another Lora Dress

SewHayleyJane · 8 hours ago Admin

Annie this looks absolutely fabulous on you!! Where is the beautiful fabric from?

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Another Lora Dress

Anniehen · 9 hours ago Plus Member

Me Made May Day 26. This is The Patterns Room Lora Dress. Almost entirely made in Sunday’s sewing sewcial! It’s a great pattern, so this is my third. The previous two have long sleeves. I modified the sleeve in this one and made them somewhere...

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Named Patterns Kojo Wrap Top And Olo Pants

Rebecca M · 19 hours ago Plus Member

I used a soft angora touch cable knit fabric I got in a kit from flying bobbins

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Mmm 26

SewHayleyJane · 20 hours ago Admin

That is beautiful! Have a lovely day

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Thoughts On Cinnamon Daisy Poppy Muslin?

SewHayleyJane · 20 hours ago Admin

Well done, that's looking really good!

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Mmm 26

Lesley · 20 hours ago Plus Member

Looks lovely Glenda, light and summery. Have a lovely day!

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Mmm 26

Glenda H · 22 hours ago Community Member

Tuesday 26th May Family are coming today as it's my daughters birthday so I'm up early and fairly smart. I made this dress last year from double gauze. Can't remember which pattern I used but it's likely it's a McCalls.

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Mmm 26

JaneMurphy · 1 day ago Plus Member

Really pretty Glenda!

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Thoughts On Cinnamon Daisy Poppy Muslin?

LaTrica · 1 day ago

This looks a lot better!

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Thoughts On Cinnamon Daisy Poppy Muslin?

Keptinstitches · 1 day ago

Fifth muslin. Much better! L/EFG with 3/4in added to lower cup depth. I think I need to add about 1/2in more. Top cup adjusted (on one side only at this point) to take out excess. Waist shortened significantly (can't remember off hand by how...

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Sewing Therapy Ele Skirt

Anniehen · 1 day ago Plus Member

Thank you La Tricia 😀

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Thoughts On Cinnamon Daisy Poppy Muslin?

Keptinstitches · 1 day ago

I agree that I need more depth on the lower cup. Off to make another muslin. I must admit this is proving to be more work than I expected but I guess that's the nature of zero ease pieces

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Thoughts On Cinnamon Daisy Poppy Muslin?

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

I think you have done a fantastic job! Is the bottom of the under bust cup - the seamline where it meets the waist panel sitting against your body? I can't quite tell but it looks like it might still be sitting a bit high and resting more on the cup....

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Vintage Pattern Collection

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Both the dress and cushion look lovely!! Good call on adding hooks and eyes to the back!

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Mmm 26

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Haha - I have t-rex arms too!! Good thinking putting the zip into the side!

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Mmm 26

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

A lovely outfit Glenda, those culottes do look nice and cool!! I think the top looks fine as well, as long as you are comfortable in it

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Sewing Therapy Ele Skirt

LaTrica · 1 day ago

I love a swishy skirt, this looks great!

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Vintage Pattern Collection

Naomijane · 1 day ago

Happy scorching hot bank holiday everyone! I've come so close to getting my 1977 dress ready in time for the mini heatwave, but alas I don't have a small enough zip in my haberdashery to finish it yet. Nor have I hemmed the bottom, but apart from...

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Mmm 26

Glenda H · 1 day ago Community Member

Monday 25th May A well worn summer dress that was made aeons ago but is so cool and useful in this weather - except it doesn't have pockets!! I changed the back zip to a side zip because t-rex arms makes back zips nearly impossible. I think it is...

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Thoughts On Cinnamon Daisy Poppy Muslin?

Keptinstitches · 2 days ago

I'm pretty tired at this point so can't really trust my own judgement... This is my fourth muslin of cinnamon Daisy Poppy. This one is size M cups ABC with the following adjustments: top upper cup reduced depth added to the under bust...

Trouser Fitting

Dawn H · 2 days ago Plus Member

Thank you for commenting on how you both got on with TDCO Moira & Glenda.

Trouser Fitting

Glenda H · 2 days ago Community Member

I too struggled with tdco and found relying on my pattern drafting knowledge produced a better fit. I made 8 toiles before I got what I wanted. I've since piled on weight but the crotch curve has remained virtually the same. I found once I'd sorted...

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Mmm 26

Glenda H · 2 days ago Community Member

It's hot here today and I've put on a stretch lace, too small, cowl top. I think this is the New Look pattern 1606 but can't quite remember. The fabric was very cheap from Pound Fabrics so I used it for this toile to check the sizing. Check showed me...

Trouser Fitting

MoiraSews · 2 days ago

I spent a lot of time @2 years ago with TDCO - and I didn’t find it very helpful I have say. My breakthrough in fitting pants came via Jenifer Stern YT - she uses a variety of methods and is fantastic! By all means try out TDCO - the conclusion I...

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Mmm 26

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Another fab couple of makes Glenda!! No knitted socks though?!

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Mmm 26

Glenda H · 3 days ago Community Member

Saturday 23rd May I copied this blouse pattern from a rtw that was showing its age but which was so cool in this weather. The fabric is a stretch cotton remnant from a quilting shop in the Nottingham area. The cut offs aren't actually cut offs as...

De-Stashing

Debbie B · 3 days ago Plus Member

I agree with you. I was able to sell a few items at a yardsale that is annual here in the USA. The US12 sale is every year the 2nd weekend in August. I made up ziplock bags of like fabrics. What didn't sell, I donated to the Girl Scouts for...

De-Stashing

Anniehen · 3 days ago Plus Member

Oooh, I have sold a second pattern and I can find this one (see above)!

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Help With This Fabric Please

AnnieRose · 3 days ago

In this weather, some of my favourite things to wear are sheer shirts or similar, over a sleeveless top. I think this would look fabulous, as you could wear almost any colour camisole / shell top underneath, or even a sleeveless dress. As I have...

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

Glenda H · 3 days ago Community Member

Love that colour on you! I can see why you had to change though, it's been a bit warm today!

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Me Made May 2026

Glenda H · 3 days ago Community Member

Love those Anne Tilley Magic pants. They look great on you. I've been eyeing the pattern up for several months but I'm trying to use up my unsewn patterns before I buy any more so a bit of a dilemma going on here.

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Me Made May 2026

Agata · 4 days ago Competition Winner

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Mmm 26

DonnieH · 4 days ago Plus Member

Love the style of both of these. Very flattering and they look comfortable!

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Me Made May 2026

DonnieH · 4 days ago Plus Member

Absolutely fabulous! And I love that you are enjoying wearing them! Happy trousers!

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

DonnieH · 4 days ago Plus Member

MMM 22nd May A bit of a cheat as I put this on but then decided it was going to be too warm so had to change. A full length Bryn with working buttonholes!

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Sewing Therapy Ele Skirt

Anniehen · 4 days ago Plus Member

Thank you Hayley 🙂

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Help With This Fabric Please

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

You can see my pastel one on my YouTube video here - I'm sorry yours didn't turn out the way you wanted, I do have a few viscose tops where I can see the facing, or at least there is a slight change of colour because of it... but I tend to just...

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Help With This Fabric Please

Stephanie_sews_stuff · 4 days ago

Yes it is a crafty pie viscose, I’d quite like a blouse or a dress but I think it would be a bit see through

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Me Made May 2026

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Paired with a self-drafted cover up!

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Me Made May 2026

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Friday 22nd May Three weeks in and I’ve definitely missed a couple of days, although still been in me mades! Hot off the machine is my Ann Tilley Magic Pants in cotton linen from Lamazi! I love them, they were such a joy to sew! Next time (and...

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Help With This Fabric Please

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Is this the Crafty Pie viscose fabric? I made a Tilly and the buttons Nell blouse in the pastel and love it! I thought I had a photo somewhere but can’t find it now!! That also has a facing but I didn’t have any issues with it showing through.

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Help With This Fabric Please

Stephanie_sews_stuff · 4 days ago

Has anyone used this fabric and can show me their makes please? I really want to make something but it’s kinda sheer and I really don’t want to line it as I want to make a summer garment and not sure about another layer. I had the pastel colour...

Dress A Girl

AnnieRose · 4 days ago

I have done this, though I won't be taking part this year. One of our local resource centres opens their doors for anyone who wants to go and help. It occurs to me that some of the de-stashing that has been mentioned might find a home with this...

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Mmm 26

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

Friday 22nd May I've changed out of my gardening togs and put on lazing about the house togs. The trousers are the New Look 6351 that I've been sewing on the socials this week. And the top is a very old New Look 6106, a very simple two piece cowl...

Chelsea Flower Show

Jiya · 4 days ago Plus Member

Yes who would have thought it would be a place to look to be inspired. Thanks for the construction tip for the Zadie. 😃xx

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

DonnieH · 4 days ago Plus Member

I’m going to take credit for the sunshine! I knew me making a sweater would change the weather!!!!! Thank you Hayley

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Mmm 26

Glenda H · 4 days ago Community Member

Friday 22nd May Hot and sticky after a few hours gardening. Just showing my gardening apron. Deep pockets for tools, tissues, oddments. The rest is ancient rtw ( the yellow top is circa 2009 when we sponsored a beer festival and this is the shirt we...

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Love this whole outfit Donnie, just in time for the hot weather!! 😉

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Sewing Therapy Ele Skirt

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

This looks beautiful, the fabric is gorgeous and you have matched it up all so well with the rest of your outfit

Chelsea Flower Show

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Amazing, I haven’t been watching but what a fab place for inspiration. I made the Zadie about 8 years ago, so quite hard to remember, but I feel like there was quite a tricky bit of construction somewhere

Dress A Girl

SewHayleyJane · 4 days ago Admin

Thank you Elisa

De-Stashing

Anniehen · 5 days ago Plus Member

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Sewing Therapy Ele Skirt

Anniehen · 5 days ago Plus Member

Thanks Donnie. I do like a bit of colour coordination 🤣 Hope to see you on Sunday morning.

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Mmm 26

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

Definitely better red dot placement here 🤣 Love the v neck style on you

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Sewing Therapy Ele Skirt

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

It really is beautiful and I love the way you have matched the green with your top and your shoes! Tres chic!

De-Stashing

Jiya · 5 days ago Plus Member

😁Hilarious! I'll probably end up getting lost in it all and not be found for days! 😂

De-Stashing

Anniehen · 5 days ago Plus Member

Me too. I tried, but I love the fabric I buy! It hasn’t gone well. I will just have to ‘sew up a storm’ to reduce it 🤣 Aside from getting rid of the large scraps, I sold one pattern, then couldn’t find it so I had to send the money back 🤷‍♀️....

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Sewing Therapy Ele Skirt

Anniehen · 5 days ago Plus Member

Me Made May Day 21. This is Sewing Therapy Ele Skirt. It is so swishy and cheerful in this floral lightweight cotton canvas from Dalston Mill Fabrics. As soon as I saw the print on this fabric, I knew I had to have something summery to wear in it!...

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2Nd Day Of The Mmmweek

JaneMurphy · 5 days ago Plus Member

Thank you Donnie

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Mmm 26

Glenda H · 5 days ago Community Member

Thursday 21st May A tnt Vogue t shirt pattern made in fabric from Minerva gifted to me by a friend. It's the same fabric Caz made her wrap dress on the Sewing Bee last year. After watching her I was very careful where the red dots were placed!! ...

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2Nd Day Of The Mmmweek

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

Lovely! Nothing wrong with repeat makes of tried and true patterns!!!

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

MMM 21st May The hot-off-the-sewing-machine Atelier Jupe Charlie sweater in a French Terry from Roo-Tid. Love the pattern and the fabric was lovely to sew and is a delight to wear. Ronsard jeans you’ve seen before but now without their turn ups!

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2Nd Day Of The Mmmweek

JaneMurphy · 5 days ago Plus Member

So, this week is just 2 so far, but I am wearing my second Seamwork Callen and my Winnie 4.0 trousers (seems I like these, lol)

De-Stashing

Jiya · 5 days ago Plus Member

I have done a fabric swap, and given fabric to a local college for its textiles course. I do want to organise myself to go through all my fabric and do a proper fabric destash. I think it will be hard to do as Im so attach to so much of it! 😁

Chelsea Flower Show

Jiya · 5 days ago Plus Member

Anyone watching Chelsea Flower show? I was looking for garden inspo and found myself taking note of all the gorgeous outfits the presenters have been wearing. Giving me ideas for makes. Elaine Page was wearing a lovely floral suit. Florals being an...

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A New Week

JaneMurphy · 6 days ago Plus Member

Yes, they are. After wearing them the straps fall down and I kept pulling up the shorts, so if they don't fit Amanda, they will become jimjams

Pattern Rec For Confident Beginner

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

This fabric is beautiful! If you’re venturing into sewing skirts I love the True Bias Mave skirt , you can choose the length and whether you want to add any tiers.

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A New Week

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Really lovely colour on you, are these the ones you were saying in the social are too big and you’re going to pass them on?

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Petite Pattern Company Recommendations

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 6 days ago Plus Member

She hasn't made many patterns but The petite dressmaker has petite with different cup sizes. She does standard size too but they're in a different file

Dress A Girl

Elisa · 6 days ago Community Member

Here is the UK website https://dressagirlaroundtheworld.co.uk/

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A New Week

JaneMurphy · 6 days ago Plus Member

Thank you Donnie, if they don't fit my daughter in law, pajamas they are!!

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A New Week

DonnieH · 6 days ago Plus Member

Beautiful. Love the colour on you and the fit looks not too bad at all in the photo!

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DonnieH · 6 days ago Plus Member

You are not alone. I have yet to meet a sewist who doesn't fear buttonholes! All I can say is, the more you do, the less intimidating they are! Do let us know what you decide and we'll need to see pictures too!!!

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DonnieH · 6 days ago Plus Member

In the winter, yes to skinny jeans. Live in them, tucked into boots usually. No reason why I shouldn't wear them in warmer months.... Thank you!

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SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Ooh the trousers and blouse go sooo well together! I love the jacket too but agree the bottoms need less fullness - are you a skinny jean fan?

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Tamzzy_sews · 6 days ago

Yes, after I wrote last I was also considering a skirt - I have had good luck with the donovan skirt from helens closet ( https://helensclosetpatterns.com/collections/bottoms/products/donovan-skirt ). And it wouldn't take up TOO much fabric - I am...

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DonnieH · 6 days ago Plus Member

Cannot help but speak to my own experience and preferences so feel free to ignore! 😂 for me, the fabric you linked to screams summer skirt - a swishy, flouncy one! With all of the colours in it, you could wear it with lots of different coloured T...

De-Stashing

Laura F · 6 days ago Plus Member

I do put some fabrics on my Sewing Socials I host (not very often) but I am going to have a clear out and put some on Vinted, I have two big bags of clothes to list so will add the fabric too - wish me luck :)

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Tamzzy_sews · 6 days ago

Good point. At the moment, I wear lots of tops and pants, but I am branching out to skirts and dresses as the sewing bug becomes further burrowed in me! I did buy myself some elastic thread to try to learn how to shirr (spelling)? I haven't dabbled...

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DonnieH · 6 days ago Plus Member

What type of garments do you wear? In my experience, starting with the fabric is risky! Not suggesting you abandon the fabric! Just suggesting you think about what you wear most and we can then make suggestions for that type of garment! (This is from...

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

DonnieH · 6 days ago Plus Member

Thank you! I will kill myself in them if I don’t shorten them though!!! 😂

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Glenda H · 6 days ago Community Member

Love those trousers! They look great.

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AnnieRose · 6 days ago

My photos are not the best I'm afraid. This top is made with a French cotton sateen, which was a 'rescued' fabric from the now sadly defunct Offset Warehouse. I love this top, which is now over 5 years old. I chose a simple top because of the bold...

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

DonnieH · 6 days ago Plus Member

And the photos for 20th May

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DonnieH · 6 days ago Plus Member

MMM 20th May An errands and meetings morning. Nothing here I haven’t posted before. The Atelier Jupe Blake trousers which definitely need shortening. Trying yesterday’s Swanton blouse with them and think that works. Also tried with and without...

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Tamzzy_sews · 1 week ago

Drooling over this cotton sateen - never used this fabric before. Any beginner/ intermediate pattern recommendations!? https://www.blackbirdfabrics.com/en-us/products/sunday-brunch-cotton-sateen-periwinkle-multi

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

DonnieH · 1 week ago Plus Member

Now you say that about the pockets, I can see it! Thank you! I really appreciate the ideas and advice from you all

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DonnieH · 1 week ago Plus Member

Glad we have a similar sense of humour! I think I shall persist with the jacket and blouse and just eye the skirt with suspicion for now!!

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

DonnieH · 1 week ago Plus Member

Thank you! I’ll have a go at styling the jacket differently first and see how it goes. Very grateful !

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Naomijane · 1 week ago

I think the blouse and skirt look great, and I love the inside detail of the jacket matching the blouse. The pockets on the outside of the jacket might be what's unbalancing the look...they are very big and draw the eye without being practical - I...

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

My first thought was to wear the jacket away from the skirt also. A baggy jacket over jeans often works quite well. It all looks well made. Removing some fullness from the skirt could help a lot. I like the blouse on you and couldn't see much of a...

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Mmm 26

Glenda H · 1 week ago Community Member

Tuesday 19th May No photo today as I'm beyond tired after a 5 1/2 mile walk in a very strong wind! I wore a me made top that you've seen before, me made socks but my trousers are purchased walking trousers - the horror!!

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Naomijane · 1 week ago

The shape of the top you want to make reminds me of a Qipao pattern. This might not be of any use to you, but here's a link to a video where they made a similar shaped outfit.

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Favourite Confidence Boosting Sewing Patterns

Tamzzy_sews · 1 week ago

Definitely one of those belly friendly tops. When i sew it straight (without the ruffle) I typically do a split hem (is that what it is called?) so there is no pulling near the hips/waist but I still get the clean lines of a straight top.

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Tamzzy_sews · 1 week ago

https://allwellworkshop.com/all-well-box-top Their book was a great intro for me and I still go back to it for bias bound necks, french seams etc.

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SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

I agree with AnnieRose - separately I think they are all lovely, but perhaps not together - or at least not the skirt and jacket together as they do swamp you. The skirt and blouse go beautifully together, I would also wear the skirt with a more...

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SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

This looks really lovely, I don't think I've heard of this pattern - which company is it?

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Favourite Confidence Boosting Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

You know it's good when you've made it 5 times!!

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Favourite Confidence Boosting Sewing Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

This look beautiful on you AnneMarie, I actually don't think I can choose a favourite of the three

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Tamzzy_sews · 1 week ago

The All Well box top!!! I’ve made so so many of them (almost one for every day of the week) out of linen, quilting cotton, tans law, double gauze (see image) etc. with and without the ruffle, as a dress etc. this was my gateway pattern to garment...

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A New Week

JaneMurphy · 1 week ago Plus Member

A new week, a new make for mmm. A style arc Byron top and closet core Pietra shorts. Definitely size down next time. The shorts have been taken in about 2" in the waist already. I think if I managed to use the facing for the top instead of bias...

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Vintage Pattern Collection

Naomijane · 1 week ago

Ooo thank you, I will have a look! I think I found an instruction video of her's on YouTube the other day (I recognise the 'raggedlife' name).

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Vintage Pattern Collection

Naomijane · 1 week ago

Thank you, that's so kind of you to say. Your dress sounds great! It's got me wondering if I could adapt my pattern. It would certainly be easier to do up from the front than the back!

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

AnnieRose · 1 week ago

What an excellent idea! Enjoy your sewing retreat.

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

DonnieH · 1 week ago Plus Member

AnnieRose, thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful reply - and for validating my own feelings about it!!! The fabrics were all prewashed, but I haven't washed them since they became garments as they really haven't been worn. I can...

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A Little Diary Thread Because I'm At The Age Where I Forget!

AnnieRose · 1 week ago

Donnie, I see exactly what you mean. However lovely it is, you have conveyed the feeling of 'just wrong'. I think it possible that size would make a difference, but sizing down these kinds of patterns is a lot of work for dubious gain. Can you...

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Swimsuit Patterns

DonnieH · 1 week ago Plus Member

Hej Anna. Trevligt att träffas här. Vi bodde i Sverige i 7 år - i ett litet samhälle som heter Brattmon i Värmland, ungefär 5 timmar norr om Göteborg. En mycket lycklig tid för oss! Och det är nog så mycket jag minns i svenska!

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DonnieH · 1 week ago Plus Member

MMM 19th May Advice and ideas requested please! In some ways this could be called a cheat day as I won’t be wearing what the photographs show, as it is too big. But it is all me-made and I don’t know what to do with it for the best. I feel...

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Swimsuit Patterns

Anna_77 · 1 week ago

Yes the one piece swimsuit is my favourite. It is one of the few one piece swimsuits that actually fits me. Also, the fabric with smiling whales makes me happy!

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Swimsuit Patterns

Wendy_sews64 · 1 week ago

Thank you - I did struggle a bit with the rubber elastic at first. It was probably because I hadn't sewn elastic much before.

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Swimsuit Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Hi Anna, so pleased you found us thanks to the YouTube video!! These swimsuits all look so good, do you have a favourite of the three?

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Swimsuit Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

This is fantastic advice thank you so much for sharing!! Love how much you love sewing swimwear!

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Swimsuit Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Oh I really like the look of the tankini top!! The shorts look fab too but the top is fab

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Swimsuit Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Theses all look so good, super professional

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Swimsuit Patterns

Anna_77 · 1 week ago

I followed the step by step instructions on Sew Over It Stitch School and made my first bikini, the Zahra bikini 👙, first photo. Then I made the bikini top from the Megan Nielsen Cottesloe pattern, which is great if you want to go swimming and not...