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Buttonhole Mechanics

Bethann · 17 hours ago

Hi all, I have had this problem in the past and I can't remember but I think I resolved it simply by making sure I did certain things in order. My problem is that my buttonhole attachment is not functioning. I set the buttonhole choice on my sewing...

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My Very First Top

Becky · 21 hours ago

thanks so much netty

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My Very First Top

Netty · 22 hours ago Plus Member

Well done! I love the fabric 😀

A0 Pattern Printing Recommendations

LlinosW · 1 day ago Community Member

Thanks Katie 🙏

A0 Pattern Printing Recommendations

Katie-B · 1 day ago Community Member

I always use flamingo prints https://flamingoprints.co.uk

A0 Pattern Printing Recommendations

LlinosW · 1 day ago Community Member

Any recommendations for companies who provide an A0 printing service? I need a few patterns printed. Thanks in advance 😊🙏

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Vintage Pattern Collection

Naomijane · 2 days ago

Thank you 😊 the pattern is from 1955

Dress Form - Should I?

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 2 days ago Community Member

I only use mine when I need to hem because it has a hemmer attachment which is really handy for those hems that drop on the bias. She lives on the landing with my coat on it most of the days, rarely use it for fitting

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Men’s Tunic

Anniehen · 2 days ago Plus Member

Thanks Hayley. It’s quite a long placket, but not all the way down.

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Merchant And Mills Florence

Anniehen · 2 days ago Plus Member

Thanks Hayley. No they weren’t. That’s the weird thing 🤷‍♀️

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Merchant And Mills Florence

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

This looks lovely Annie, the colour is gorgeous! Were the sleeves not meant to be gathered in to fit the armscye?

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Men’s Tunic

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

I'm sure he's smiling on the inside!! This looks so good, I can't quite tell does it button all the way or is it pullover?

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Vintage Pattern Collection

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Ohh this is gorgeous Naomi! What decade is it from?

I Am Back - I Think

SewHayleyJane · 2 days ago Admin

Oh Karen, sounds like you've had quite the time of it! So pleased you're feeling better, looking forward to seeing you soon

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Vintage Pattern Collection

Naomijane · 2 days ago

This is the final dress in my 2026 collection of vintage patterns. I wanted to make the pleated skirt version of this dress, but I couldn't work out how to grade it up. However I'm chuffed to bits with how this turned out. There's still some elements...

I Am Back - I Think

Anniehen · 2 days ago Plus Member

Glad you’re feeling better. Sounds like my kind of fabric shopping 😂 Looking forward to seeing your makes.

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Men’s Tunic

Anniehen · 3 days ago Plus Member

This is the Wardrobe by Me imaginatively named ‘Men’s Tunic’ made for my lovely husband who was short of smiles today! Modifications are short sleeves and a shorter, straight fit. It’s made in cotton poplin from Pound Fabrics

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Merchant And Mills Florence

Anniehen · 3 days ago Plus Member

This is the Merchant and Mills Florence Top in a lovely linen from Rainbow Fabrics that I have had in my stash for way too long. It’s an easy, quick make, although beginners should be mindful of the bias binding around the neckline. For some odd...

Dress Form - Should I?

Nannytrisha · 3 days ago

My sister bought me a dress form when I had been sewing for a couple of years. She's one of those with the dials on to alter bust, waist and hips and also shoulder width. I called her Dolly. Although I used her for a while during construction of...

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Baby Dragons

Dawn H · 3 days ago Plus Member

They are so cute! 🥰

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This Is My First Post..a Summer Dress Pattern I Ordered

Lorilyn · 3 days ago

oh, wait! I reread the sizing chart and the above is only true for the three listed larger sizes. It does not take as much fabric for the XS, Sm, and Med. That leaves Me out! ha!

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This Is My First Post..a Summer Dress Pattern I Ordered

Lorilyn · 3 days ago

Hello! Oddly, it shows the same yardage for both 45" and 60" for all lengths and sizes. I read over the instructions and it seems pretty basic and simple. Small projects at a time that add up to a delightful whole. Can't wait to make this!

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This Is My First Post..a Summer Dress Pattern I Ordered

LaTrica · 3 days ago

Looks cute and hopefully simple. Is the 5-6 yards for 45" fabric?

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Baby Dragons

AnnieRose · 3 days ago

These are lovely. My sister made a pterodactyl like this for one of my sons (45 years ago, give or take). It has been loved by his sons, and is tucked away now for a few years....

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Baby Dragons

Adele · 4 days ago Community Member

Mostly machine sewn, hand stitched to close the arms and attach the head.

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Baby Dragons

Naomijane · 4 days ago

These are adorable! Did you have to hand stitch them?

Pintucks / Ironing On Seersucker Fabric?

Anna_77 · 4 days ago

Thanks so much, I very much appreciate your reply.

I Am Back - I Think

Karen · 4 days ago Plus Member

Hi all, I have been really busy with work and then had a funny turn which resulted in me going to A&E by ambulance as everyone thought I was having a stroke. Luckily I was not but it's left me with a disregulated parasympathetic nervous system...

One Sewing Tool You Wish You'd Bought Sooner

Karen · 4 days ago Plus Member

Mine is a pair of snips, very narrow, pointy ends and no finger holes to fight with. But I am considering buying a pair of duck billed scissors since watching you with your 5 items you would take to a desert island

One Sewing Tool You Wish You'd Bought Sooner

Karen · 4 days ago Plus Member

I will be joining you here as I never thread them through. Why? The seam is sewn, they are not easy to remove anyway, why would they unravel?

Introductions

LydiaDesignStudio · 4 days ago

Hello Hayley, I manage Lydia Design Studio, an apparel manufacturing website with educational content about fabrics, pattern making, fitting, and garment construction.Would it be acceptable to occasionally share a relevant article link when it...

Pintucks / Ironing On Seersucker Fabric?

LydiaDesignStudio · 4 days ago

I would test a small piece of the fabric first because seersucker can become flat if it is pressed too firmly. Press it from the wrong side using light pressure, medium heat, and a pressing cloth. Avoid moving the iron back and forth. Pintucks...

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Baby Dragons

Adele · 4 days ago Community Member

2nd draft Adjusted the spikes and like these much better. I tried stuffing the wings a little bit but don’t like the effect of that. So I will Be going with the wings as per the green dragon with a bit more interfacing and the spikes on the blue one.

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Baby Dragons

Adele · 4 days ago Community Member

Prototype Really happy with the first draft of the dragon. The wings turned out really well, they do stand up but not quite as much as I would like. The spikes didn’t turn out that well down the back so small edit required there.

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Baby Dragons

Adele · 4 days ago Community Member

I have used this pattern to make quite a number of dinosaurs, most if which are tucked up in a toy hammock but I’ve made some as gifts for family and friends. Now I want to adapt the pattern to make a baby dragon. ...

What Are You Working On This Week

LaTrica · 4 days ago

A dress for my mom's 80th birthday party next month. It's been a little stressful since I forgot I would need a new dress (got caught in a project for an event later this year). So planning involved a lot of quick decisions. My sewing is usually...

What Are You Working On This Week

LaTrica · 4 days ago

Remember to take care of yourself. When I don't have the opportunity to sew I take pleasure in planning. Even things that may not ever to come to fruition.

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My First Top

Becky · 5 days ago

Thankyou it’s lovely to wear and so comfy. I will be doing more in this style at some point

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My First Top

LaTrica · 5 days ago

Looks great and so comfy.

Gbsb - Episode 1 - What Would You Make?

Debbie B · 5 days ago Plus Member

I'm going to have to look those up. Thank you Hayley.

Gbsb - Episode 1 - What Would You Make?

Debbie B · 5 days ago Plus Member

I'm going to have to look those up. Thank you.

Think Pink July ‘26

Anniehen · 5 days ago Plus Member

I am Hayley. A little bit sore and tired, but looking forward to our sew social next weekend 🙂

Pintucks / Ironing On Seersucker Fabric?

Anna_77 · 5 days ago

Thank you! Yes, that is what I will do.

Emily Trousers Pattern Of The Month

Suze · 5 days ago Plus Member

I made the trousers according to my measurements and they are way too big, I didn’t pay enough attention to the finished garment info…. Just a word of warning 🙂

Dress Form - Should I?

Suze · 5 days ago Plus Member

Pintucks / Ironing On Seersucker Fabric?

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Good advice from Diba! Definitely iron it as a normal cotton, and I think pintucks would look lovely in the seersucker but agree at trying a sample to see how you feel about it first

Think Pink July ‘26

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Hope you’re ok Annie

Think Pink July ‘26

Anniehen · 5 days ago Plus Member

I was so sorry to miss this morning Hayley. I got a call a couple of days ago to go into hospital for procedure yesterday. See you next week though.

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Bikini

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 5 days ago Community Member

It wasn't too difficult, think it would have been easier if I had the woven swim elastic. Didn't like using the clear stuff

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Bikini

Laura F · 5 days ago Plus Member

Loving this Sue, you are very clever, was it easy to make??

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My First Top

Becky · 6 days ago

it was'nt to bad to draft i made a few mistakes but i learnt as i went along so it can only help me next time

Think Pink July ‘26

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

It is very beautiful!! We were chatting about it in this morning's socials, gorgeous

Lamport Hall Sewing Exhibition

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

oooh these are lovely! When the kids are having some downtime try (unless you need to put your feet up too) try and get tiny bits done here and there!

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My First Top

Naomijane · 6 days ago

I'm so impressed that you made your first top from your own pattern. Was it hard to draft?

Lamport Hall Sewing Exhibition

Ariane_et_le_fil · 6 days ago Community Member

Your Holmes will be so lovely with this rayon.

Lamport Hall Sewing Exhibition

AnnieRose · 1 week ago

Photo of the fabric

Lamport Hall Sewing Exhibition

AnnieRose · 1 week ago

Not as extensive as many, but in a lovely setting (and not far from me) I really didn't need anything, but stocked up a bit, and bought some double gauze to try the Casablanca pants, and some rayon for another Holmes dress. As I haven't...

What Are You Working On This Week

AnnieRose · 1 week ago

Hope things are improving for you and you mum.

Think Pink July ‘26

Anniehen · 1 week ago Plus Member

I just wanted to pop on an say that this month’s box is especially gorgeous. The fabric is stunning 👌 and the little bits and pieces are fab too. I won’t say more because some members may not have opened/received it yet, but I’m so happy 💃🏻

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My First Top

Becky · 1 week ago

thanks so much hayley

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My First Top

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

This looks lovely Becky, I love the gathers along the front of the neckline, really pretty

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My Very First Top

Becky · 1 week ago

a top i made yesterday made from 95% viscose and 5% elastane fabric I cant remember where i got the fabric I' ve had it in my stash for a few years i made it loose fit so its suitable for every day wear made from my own pattern and finished on...

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My First Top

Becky · 1 week ago

top i made yesterday made from 95% viscose and 5% elastane fabric I cant remember i got the fabric i`'ve had it in my stash for a few years where i made it loose fit so its suitable for every day wear made from my own pattern and finshed on my...

Pintucks / Ironing On Seersucker Fabric?

Anna_77 · 1 week ago

Thanks so much for your reply! I find it very helpful.

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Saguaro Set

Anniehen · 1 week ago Plus Member

I love this Theresa. It looks wonderful 👌

What Are You Working On This Week

Ariane_et_le_fil · 1 week ago Community Member

I'm exhausted but in the same time, I feel relieved as she's in security now. I hope to get back soon to my sewing room. Mentally, I need it.

Gbsb - Episode 1 - What Would You Make?

Ariane_et_le_fil · 1 week ago Community Member

I would like to sew a dress like the Holmes from Helen's Closet in double gauze and a wrap dress liek the Roseclair from Cashmerette in a floral viscose to go outside (restaurant, folk event, etc). Or a linen Oona dress from Sew Over It. It's...

What Are You Working On This Week

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Oooh sounds fab

What Are You Working On This Week

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Sounds like you’ve a lot going on at the moment Ariane, hope you’re ok Xx

What Are You Working On This Week

Ariane_et_le_fil · 1 week ago Community Member

No sewing for me this week as my mother was taken to the hospital next week. She's recovering and will leave the hospital on next week. I have to find a nursing home because she's not able to live alone anymore. I've knitted a lot at the hospital...

Pintucks / Ironing On Seersucker Fabric?

Diba · 1 week ago

It really depends. If your pintucks match up with the paving of the seersucker I think it would be a really nice effect. But the tucks may fight with the seersucker making puckers and waves. I would definitely do a sample piece of the tucks to see...

Gbsb - Episode 1 - What Would You Make?

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

I think I would make a cottagecore dress for visiting national trust gardens and wafting around smelling the roses! Perhaps the Silversaga Eleonora dress in a very lightweight viscose challis

Gbsb - Episode 1 - What Would You Make?

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

After the first episode of this years Great British Sewing Bee I thought it would be fun to share what you would make for the Made to Measure challenge - this week was an outfit for your perfect summers day.