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Jeans Patterns

Alisewsteadysew · 15 hours ago Community Member

I have made the Jamie Jeans by Named which were the first pair of jeans I made. I loved the front pocket construction. They were a skinny style with a seam up the front. Then I made a few pairs of the Closet Core Ginger Jeans and they have had lots...

Gift Sewing

JaneMurphy · 15 hours ago Community Member

Well, of course I sewed 8 pairs of knit pj bottoms from size 4 to 2xl, if it never see flamingo fabric again, it will be too soon, lol My gave my friend her "elevated leisure outfit" and it fit like a glove and she loved it!! I was very nervous, but...

Introductions

Melissa H · 19 hours ago Plus Member

It was a great experience for me. Meeting her clients and listening to the discussions and their thoughts on the clothes/costumes they wanted. I loved learning about the machines at the store and even love ironing the fabrics 🤯and still do! When...

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

Melissa H · 19 hours ago Plus Member

I also wonder that but don't know the process well enough the write useful prompts...one day!

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

Melissa H · 19 hours ago Plus Member

I actually made both of the piece... I think because I learned to sew when patterns were vintage 🤣 I was able to wing it where the patterns were lacking. I feel this experience has made me want to understand pattern making and construction better.

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

LaTrica · 21 hours ago

Love it! Great color.

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

DianeH · 21 hours ago Community Member

Fabulous! No other words needed. xx

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

DianeH · 21 hours ago Community Member

I've only made one pair of jeans, the Megan Nielsen Ash Jeans, which are in a stretch denim. They are a bit snug, but they are supposed to have negative ease. I think I would just take less seam allowance next time, rather than going up a size, as...

Project Diaries

Making the Alex Coat by Atelier Jupe

DianeH · 21 hours ago Community Member

Here are some more progress photos. The interfaced pieces are now all prepared and cut out and some assembly has been taking place - albeit slowly, as I am trying to film the process as I go for my YT channel. Front panel assembled and back vent...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

Cynthia · 21 hours ago

I haven't sewn that many jeans before, but I do love both pair of my Closet Core Morgan jeans. I sewed the Fibre Mood Clover Jeans for the first time this past year and love them too. I want to sew the Megan Nielsen Ash jeans. I have the pattern...

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

That would definitely be interesting - I think they would have to go through things with a fine toothed comb to check for mistakes - which to start with until things get better could mean more work.

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

It can be really hard to tell if a pattern is made with AI or not but there does seem to be a lot of them on Etsy - did you try making the pattern up at all? I agree there are lots of postive uses for it, and sewing businesses can make good use of...

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Hi Melissa, so lovely to have you hear! How lovely to have been able to watch and learn from your Memaw - did you enjoy it at the time? Do you still sew clothes as well as bags?

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

LaTrica · 1 day ago

I also use AI at work and I know it requires supervision. So I'm surprised to see people use it to do something they don't have any experience in. I suspect the Etsy patterns made by AI are created by people who don't make patterns. The sites I've...

Introductions

Melissa H · 1 day ago Plus Member

Hello all. My name is Melissa Haught and I have been unpicking seams for 40+ years. My Memaw (my mom's Mom) was a seamstress by trade and I grew up sewing pockets closed, picking up threads and spending every Friday of the summer in the fabric and...

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

Melissa H · 1 day ago Plus Member

I use AI quite frequently at work. I never thought that someone would generate patterns using AI and sell them. I was shocked when I came across them on etsy, after I paid for it... guess I know now. I will need to see if I can find the pattern...

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Ooh Kim it looks gorgeous!! You look so happy with it. The colour is so gorgeous. Where did you get the needlecord from?

Gift Sewing

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

12 tote bags (one already gifted) all finished! Not only did I used up loads of leftover fabrics from previous fabrics, I also emptied 5 bobbins of previously wound thread and each bag has a label selected for each recipient!

Gift Sewing

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Ooh that fabric is beautiful!

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 1 day ago Plus Member

It's finally finished. Yay! I love it.

Gift Sewing

Kim · 1 day ago Plus Member

I've just started the Nightingale Zipper Case. Fabric cut and quilted. Hoping to get it finished this weekend to be wrapped for Christmas. Beautiful fabric from Frumble Fabrics. The colours are gorgeous.

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Jeans Patterns

Susie W · 1 day ago Community Member

Mine are the Just My Luck jeans by Izzie (formerly Forest & Thread). I have 3 pairs and denim for 2 more. I love a barrel leg and also their measurements are mine to within 1cm so no alterations needed. Susie

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

What are everyones favourite jeans patterns? I've sewn one pair of actual jeans (not including the Helen's Closet Falconer Pants) which weren't a huge success. So I'd love to know if you have sewn jeans before which ones have worked well for you?

Is this a good reason to rehome the cat?

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Ah yeh I get how that can be disheartening - I'm sure you will work out the best way to fit them though. Hope to see you in the New Year!

Is this a good reason to rehome the cat?

Karen · 3 days ago Plus Member

Aww thank you Hayley. I have been busy with doing other things. I haven't sewn anything at all. But some of that has to do with disappointment with that trouser fitting I was doing. I followed the book, sewed them up then showed my daughter. She said...

Is this a good reason to rehome the cat?

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Oh those cheeky little cats! Hope you're well Karen, missed you in the socials this month!

Is this a good reason to rehome the cat?

Karen · 3 days ago Plus Member

Hi Adele, I, too, have to make sure he is not around when sewing too as he tries to play with the fabric and needle. All my cats seem to know when I am cutting out. Somehow they all appear often with muddy feet. Luckily he is the only one that...

Is this a good reason to rehome the cat?

Adele · 5 days ago Community Member

😂 my cat Hamish likes the tissue paper patterns as well and I've often turned around after hearing a rustle when cutting out thinking he's safely asleep in the other room to find him in the middle of my pattern pieces that are now sellotaped back...

Project Diaries

Making the Alex Coat by Atelier Jupe

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Ooh lovely - amazing offer as well!

What Are You Wearing For Christmas?

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Oooh so festive Theresa!! I love it!! Where did you get the fabric from?

What Are You Wearing For Christmas?

Theresa · 6 days ago Plus Member

I love my Margo Pinafore by Tammy Handmade, my Berkley Bow by Cinnamon Daisy, and the Bow Bag by Sew Over It

Project Diaries

Making the Alex Coat by Atelier Jupe

DianeH · 6 days ago Community Member

Yes, that was the toile in the check fabric I showed at the social. The main fabric on this one is 100% wool from Fabworks. It was a special offer with the lining free. Better image of the main fabric.

2025 Pattern Club Review

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Aw Lesley I'm so happy to hear that! It's been so much fun to meet all the amazing people that keep our love of sewing going

Project Diaries

Making the Alex Coat by Atelier Jupe

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Oooh wow I'm so excited to see this come together Diane. Is this the one you showed us the toile of in the socials that was too big? What is the main fabric?

Project Diaries

Making the Alex Coat by Atelier Jupe

DianeH · 6 days ago Community Member

I thought I would document my Alex Coat here, which I am hoping to get done by Christmas! Wish me luck on that!! Firstly, I made the lining to test the fit. This was a technique I picked up when making another coat last year, and it seemed to work...

2025 Pattern Club Review

Lesley · 6 days ago Plus Member

I love the Pattern Club. I've tried some patterns which I wouldn't have chosen myself but when you see what other members have made, it encourages me to try something different. The live events are fantastic, great host and guests! I couldn't...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Plus Size Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Defnitely love a revive of an older thread and these are some great suggestions - I haven't delved much into Ready To Sew but wow they have some beautiful patterns there!!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Plus Size Patterns

AnnieRose · 6 days ago

I'm new here, so hope it's helpful to revive an older thread. Thanks for those suggestions. I do think that one problem with plus size patterns is that, even more than smaller sewers, weight & size distribution is variable. Some are drafted...

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 1 week ago Plus Member

Yes they are. The instructions said to hand stitch. I'm sure there might be a way to machine stitch, but I love hand stitching so I was happy to relax and enjoy finishing the sleeve by hand.

Are You Sewing Lila Panties?

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Oh these look sooo good!!! I love the colours you've chosen for the elastics, they pair so well with the fabrics!

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

LaTrica · 1 week ago

Are the sleeves handstitched?

Are You Sewing Lila Panties?

Bumblebee · 1 week ago Community Member

Yes, once I started I just kept going and now I somehow have 5! Fabric is cotton jersey and I went for the regular rather than the high waist option. I could probably go a size smaller, but they are comfy as they are. Here's a photo: