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Sew Over It Nicole Dress

helen-a78 · 3 hours ago Plus Member

I have started to put the pockets into the dress, but really don't understand the instructions. I have put pockets into other garments, but it really makes no sense how they are telling you to do it. Has anyone made this dress with pockets and...

What Colour Am I?

Michie · 9 hours ago Community Member

This is genius. New career Donnie??

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Too Many Ideas?!

Mel · 10 hours ago Plus Member

The Emily might be the winner then- and thank you for the lining tip as well!

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Tammy Handmade Romy

Anniehen · 12 hours ago Plus Member

Thanks Hayley 😄

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Another Playdate Blouse!

Anniehen · 12 hours ago Plus Member

Thank you Hayley 🙂

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Clematisse Patterns - Any Views/Feedback/Thoughts/Experiences To Share?

DonnieH · 13 hours ago Plus Member

Hi Wondering if anyone has made up https://clematissepattern.com/en/boutique/patron-pantalon-fiteasym/ or has any experience of using Clematisse patterns? I'd be grateful for your views if so. I'm drawn to these trousers as I am very short...

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Too Many Ideas?!

SewHayleyJane · 15 hours ago Admin

All gorgeous patterns Mel - I've made the Emily and the Poppy. The Emily is a little easier to fit - the Poppy definitely takes a toile or two. On one of my Emily's I swapped the facing for a lining just by cutting the bodice pieces twice and...

Style Arc Belle Dress Hacks

SewHayleyJane · 15 hours ago Admin

Oooh how exciting!! Love the idea of the boho dress - Deer & Doe have some lovely dress patterns too https://closetcorepatterns.com/collections/deer-and-doe-sewing-patterns?filter.p.m.filter.garment_type=Dresses

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Another Playdate Blouse!

SewHayleyJane · 15 hours ago Admin

Another beautiful make Annie!!

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Tammy Handmade Romy

SewHayleyJane · 15 hours ago Admin

Whooo! Annie this is gorgeous, that fabric is so fab!!

Favourite Online Fabric Shops

SewHayleyJane · 15 hours ago Admin

This is exactly it Lisa, thank you for sharing. I'm sorry to hear you had this kind of experience when you were running your fabric shop

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SewHayleyJane · 15 hours ago Admin

Hi Lisa, where in the world are you? A lot of these companies do ship internationally but I'm aware the cost of shipping can be a lot.

Designing Your Wardrobe

DonnieH · 17 hours ago Plus Member

It has been a challenge for me, and it is still a work in progress, to give my body some grace. I think it is important that we all do that. Our bodies are amazing! Also, slowing down is important. Find the pants or skirt that you like best and make...

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TrudyM · 18 hours ago

And Sew Essential too!

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TrudyM · 18 hours ago

Hi, I’ve used: Dalston Mill many times, the fabric is reliably lovely quality, for a good price Merchant and Mills is the place i go to drool over everything they have Higgs and Higgs Empress Mill I’m new to Fabric Godmother, 1st for...

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Lisasaved1 · 21 hours ago

So helpful! Wish I was in the UK! 🤣

Designing Your Wardrobe

Lisasaved1 · 22 hours ago

I want to do this as well. I have so many clothes that I don’t wear because I have gained so much weight, or I don’t like the way they fit me. I need clothes that are comfortable but still make me feel feminine and put together. I have shirts that...

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Lisasaved1 · 23 hours ago

People have no clue what it takes to run a business. The hours and hours of work to prep, keep records, research products and sources, the cost of advertising, websites, brand creation, etc! They don’t know how much time, effort and heart goes into...

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Tammy Handmade Romy

Anniehen · 1 day ago Plus Member

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Tammy Handmade Romy

Anniehen · 1 day ago Plus Member

Ahh, thank you Donnie 🙂

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Tammy Handmade Romy

Wendy_sews64 · 1 day ago

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Tammy Handmade Romy

DonnieH · 1 day ago Plus Member

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Tammy Handmade Romy

Anniehen · 1 day ago Plus Member

This is the Tammy Handmade Romy Dress in Viscose Jersey from my stash, bought from Rainbow Fabrics in the days before they increased their prices tremendously. It was £4 per metre! I made it this morning, mostly in the sewing social ☺️ I love the...

What Colour Am I?

DonnieH · 2 days ago Plus Member

There are lots of companies and individuals who will do assessments at different price points. You can also use AI to have a go at assessing your season from a photo. I’ve had several assessments over many years and think https/yourcolorguru.com...

What Colour Am I?

Helen · 2 days ago Plus Member

Good Morning all During various Sew-Socials I have head people mentioning that they fall under different colour pallets - Spring, Summer etc. How do I find out what colour pallet best suites me? Any susgestions greatfully received 🙏 Many...

I've Opened My Sewing Room - Take A Look

Grace · 3 days ago Plus Member

Hi Donnie, Many thanks for help. Still no joy. What but I may do, is start again after my holiday and reorganise my stash and manually upload the fabrics. Grace

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Too Many Ideas?!

Anniehen · 3 days ago Plus Member

https://papercutpatterns.com/products/lulee-dress-skirt?srsltid=AfmBOooR0n_767Ja3195bGvXYES1ZUiPcTlWjAroTfVwuIcYP2bZlv2Y

Style Arc Belle Dress Hacks

tracey_sews_62 · 3 days ago

Thank you, I'll update how I get on. We've got a couple of different bodices we're going to trial.

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Another Playdate Blouse!

Anniehen · 3 days ago Plus Member

This is my second Playdate Blouse by Matchy Matchy Sewing Club. It’s made from Sicilian Summer Dobby Weave Cotton from Guthri and Ghani. I downsized in both, but in this one I took the back bodice down a further size as it’s a bit too voluminous...

Style Arc Belle Dress Hacks

AnnieRose · 3 days ago

I have manged to find the tunic - it's called Sadie. This is the link to the Fold Line, as I think it is very clear.

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Too Many Ideas?!

Mel · 3 days ago Plus Member

I haven’t come across that one I’ll have a look at it. ❤️

Style Arc Belle Dress Hacks

AnnieRose · 3 days ago

That is beautiful. I haven't useds this pattern, but think it won't be too difficult to hack the sleeves as the armscye looks standard. I have previously traced the armscye, added a little ease and transposed it onto another sleeve. I have been...

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Too Many Ideas?!

Anniehen · 3 days ago Plus Member

I can’t help with those, but have you considered the Lulee Dress by Papercut Patterns? It’s on my ‘to sew’ list and it gets great reviews. Some lovely versions on instagram.

Style Arc Belle Dress Hacks

tracey_sews_62 · 3 days ago

Hi, my daughter wants me to make her dress for her wedding ceremony in Mallorca next May. She would like a boho inspired dress with dramatic sleeves (but not puff). She likes the bodice of the Belle dress, has anyone hacked it to change the sleeves?...

I've Opened My Sewing Room - Take A Look

tracey_sews_62 · 3 days ago

I have The Nell pattern, still have yet to make it

I've Opened My Sewing Room - Take A Look

AnnieRose · 3 days ago

I have done my Sewing Room - all of my fabric is on + some of my patterns - I'll add those as I go along. I found it very useful, helps to concentrate the mind! I also added my first project, making some more knickers using my stash of stretch...

Favourite Online Fabric Shops

Jo-garden-designer · 3 days ago

Add Guthri and Ghani

Favourite Online Fabric Shops

Jo-garden-designer · 3 days ago

I use a local shop the most but they also have an online shop. Www.fabricboutique.co.uk. Emma who owns it is so helpful. I’m also close to Sew Essential so can pick my order up rather than have it delivered. Others I use are Sherwood’s Fabrics -...

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My Very First Top

Becky · 3 days ago

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My Very First Top

Lorilyn · 3 days ago

Very feminine pleats on the front neckline. Great job! I am happy for you!

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Too Many Ideas?!

Mel · 4 days ago Plus Member

I’m hoping to make myself a dress to go to a wedding in October. I’ve got the fabric which is a cotton, and I was thinking of making either 1) an Emily dress (s.o sew ) 2) Hinterland dress (sew liberated) or 3) Kew dress (Nina Lee) But now, I’m also...

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MrsB · 5 days ago Plus Member

Oh my goodness this is suuuuuuper helpful, you are a star!!! Thank you so much i will have a look at all of those!! I am so so grateful for this i really am! The sewing community is just the best!! ❤️

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DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

https://www.thefabricobsession.co.uk/the-sew-obsessed-sewscription-box from the Fabric Obsession comes with fabric, lots of extras and a choice of a warm or cool colour palette. Their fabrics are usually bold and colourful or statement pieces....

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MrsB · 5 days ago Plus Member

Hi, thanks for the reply, i love the element of surprise and it forces me out of my comfort zone in terms of always picking the same fabric i.e cotton, viscose etc and also the same fabric patterns (most of the fabric i buy is ditzy floral) so i love...

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Another Florence Top

Anniehen · 5 days ago Plus Member

Thank you 😊 Yes, I’m always really happy to repurpose fabric from a garment 🙂

What To Do With Fabric Scraps

AnnieRose · 5 days ago

Hello, I wasn't sure where to put this on the thread. Just wanted to share this week's 'sewing bee' with my friends. Using our own scrapos and donated fabric, and our own dried lavender, we make lavender bags, for local nursing homes and to sell...

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Another Florence Top

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

Love the vintage cotton from G&G (and Lamazi). This looks like a beautiful make and well done you for repurposing something that no longer fits. It's very gratifying, isn't it? And a 🌟for smiling in your photos.... x

I've Opened My Sewing Room - Take A Look

DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

I hope this might help. On your home page, you have your stash displayed at the bottom but it only shows 8 items. Underneath that photo grid there's a link to 'view everything in your stash'. Once you are in your whole stash you can filter the...

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DonnieH · 5 days ago Plus Member

Before recommending anything I am wondering all sorts of things! I should also tell you that I overthink everything! I'm curious to know what the subscription box provides to you? Do you love the surprise, the treats, the 'extras' - tools etc? ...

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Summer Makes

Anniehen · 6 days ago Plus Member

You look great in these. I dare you to smile next time 😜

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Summer Makes

Wendy_sews64 · 6 days ago

You have some lovely makes Donnie - I love the jacket

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MrsB · 6 days ago Plus Member

Hi all, i am looking for some subscription box suggestions please (miss the sew hayley jane ones) i use my sewing box fat quarter subscription and try and get the beyond the pink door ones but they are not guaranteed, i think its only if they have...

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Summer Makes

DonnieH · 6 days ago Plus Member

Some of my Summer makes. I'll add to this thread as I take more photos (I hate taking photos of myself - apologies for the look of misery on my face. It has become my natural expression as I have gotten older!). First back and front of the Maison...

Designing Your Wardrobe

JaneMurphy · 6 days ago Plus Member

You are so welcome. My first fig was my first foray into buttonholes and they turned out okay. I did lots of practice ones on scraps first. I have made it in sweater knit and rubbed cotton jersey and I love both. Also for both I used the nikko too...

Designing Your Wardrobe

DonnieH · 6 days ago Plus Member

I haven’t listened to the radio! That’s a great reminder. Thank you Jane. The Cosmo top is one of my favourites too. I like the Fig. I’ve only made one but find the shape very good for my body. I’m not a fan of buttonholes on jersey but when I made...

Designing Your Wardrobe

JaneMurphy · 1 week ago Plus Member

Hey Donnie, I have done this course as well. I love seamwork, most of my tnt’s are seamwork. The hansie top bonus with the lower neck, the fig cardigan, the kit blouse and I have the cosmo blouse cut out and ready to sew. I have also really enjoyed...

I've Opened My Sewing Room - Take A Look

Grace · 1 week ago Plus Member

One question, I cannot see the new fabrics I have just added on this evening. They had photos taken.

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Winslow Culottes

Anniehen · 1 week ago Plus Member

Wow! They’re fabulous 👌

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Another Florence Top

Anniehen · 1 week ago Plus Member

My second Florence Top from Merchant and Mills. I sized down on this one. I made my previous version according to my measurements and taking account of the finished garment measurements. Despite this, it was a bit big, most noticeably on the...

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Winslow Culottes

Charlyze2 · 1 week ago Plus Member

Thanks. Im sure yours look amazing on you. I think a chambray might have a bit more structure than a viscose so it might feel like more fabric? The viscose I used is very drapey and although there is a lot of fabric it doesn't feel like it. It...

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Winslow Culottes

DonnieH · 1 week ago Plus Member

Love them! I've just finished a full-length pair in a lightweight navy chambray. As you say, a very quicky make and they came together beautifully however, I felt they swamped me so I've just shortened them by 15cms. Perhaps using a plain fabric...