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Making the Alex Coat by Atelier Jupe

DianeH · 1 day ago Community Member

So, I have been making progress and forgetting to post! Plus I have had to take stills from my videos as I also forgot to take photos. Doh! So this section is the upper and under collar, and attaching the lining to the front facing. The under...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Cutting yoke on the bias

Katherine · 1 day ago Plus Member

It's the Cheyenne shirt/ tunic by hey June patterns. I made a test version in chambray- was probably doing that the last time I was at a social on here I think- and I love it! I'll try and upload a photo at some point... I have some tweaks to make...

Happy Christmas - what sewing goodies did you receive?

LindsayHaycock · 1 day ago Community Member

Just had to google it- it looks very stylish! Whats the fish reference?

Happy Christmas - what sewing goodies did you receive?

LindsayHaycock · 1 day ago Community Member

Im struggling a bit with setup, think theres a projector chat on here I could join? Im planning on making the pleated harem pants and matching top from Cut One On The Fold. I got a Dalston Mill bargain fabric bundle with some nice drapey viscose that...

Finished the PJs

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Oh these are beautiful Sue!! That boarder print fabric is gorgeous and the piping has finished it off beautifully!

Sewing Goals for 2026

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Are you setting yourself any sewing goals for 2026? It could be anything from working on building your everyday wardrobe to perfecting the fit on a particular garment. Perhaps you want to learn a certain technique like master zippers or french...

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Oh no... I'd love to know a bit more about your experience with it? What was wrong with it?

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Oh no! The joys of technology!

Choosing Materials

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Hi Dan, lovely to meet you! I agree with Kim, this is definitely a skill you build up over time and with experimentation. The instructions should give you some indication of what fabric to go for - for bags it depends on the style as to weather...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Cutting yoke on the bias

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Yep, I'm in agreement! What are you making Katherine?

Happy Christmas - what sewing goodies did you receive?

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Aw lovely - the only people in the world excited to unwrap an iron!! How does it differ from your previous iron?

Happy Christmas - what sewing goodies did you receive?

SewHayleyJane · 1 day ago Admin

Ooh that is exciting, have you got your first project planned with it?

Happy Christmas - what sewing goodies did you receive?

Kim · 1 day ago Plus Member

I received a bright pink Tula Pink Oliso iron. I've wanted one for ages and my kids clubbed together and treated me to it for Christmas. I'm beyond excited and have been playing with it today. It's lovely. I feel very spoilt.

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Cutting yoke on the bias

Katherine · 1 day ago Plus Member

Thanks Kim! this is what I was wondering about so that's helpful. I'll do that! thanks for responding 😊

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Cutting yoke on the bias

Kim · 1 day ago Plus Member

Hi Katherine Is cut the internal yoke on the grain as this is more stable and will stop the outer bias cut yoke from stretching out of shape. Kim

Choosing Materials

Kim · 1 day ago Plus Member

Hi Dan I'd look first at the fabric suggestions on the pattern envelope and start there. Then I'd order some sample swatches, if ordering online, to get an idea of composition and weight (GSM - grams per metre). If you intend to purchase fabric from...

Introductions

LindsayHaycock · 2 days ago Community Member

Hi Hayley- well its a fail so far setting up the projector!! Ive managed to get my phone to connect but it doesnt want to talk to my laptop wirelessly. So I have just ordered a hdmi cable that I am hoping will do the trick. Bit frustrating but Im...

Choosing Materials

Dan · 2 days ago

Hi everyone, my name is Dan, I am a self taught sewer of about 3 years, and have made a variety of quilts, dresses, shirts and bags. I would love to hear how everyone goes about choosing their materials for projects. I have recently started...

Sewing Advice & Techniques

Cutting yoke on the bias

Katherine · 2 days ago Plus Member

I'm making a shirt and would like to cut the yoke on the bias. Should I do both layers on the bias or just the outside one?! It's a burrito method construction. Thanks!

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Hi Lindsay, lovely to have you here and congratulations on launching your pattern company, your designs look great!! Have fun setting up your projector, love to hear how you get on with it

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

LindsayHaycock · 3 days ago Community Member

I design and sell patterns so it does freak me out a bit that there are so many ai patterns out there. The comments here are really interesting though, the main one being price! I got drawn in to buying a £3 pattern on etsy and it was dreadful!

Happy Christmas - what sewing goodies did you receive?

LindsayHaycock · 3 days ago Community Member

A projector!!! Im so excited!!!

Introductions

LindsayHaycock · 3 days ago Community Member

Hi everyone, I joined here a few weeks ago and kept meaning to engage! Ive been sewing since my 20's, Im 55 now. Loved it so much I studied Fashion Design degree and have recently launched a pdf sewing pattern company www.cutoneonthefold.com- hope...

Happy Christmas - what sewing goodies did you receive?

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Hope everyone who celebrates is enjoying a lovely festive few days! Did you receive any sewing goodies?

Hi everyone

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

Haha I know what you mean, I love sewing dresses but don't wear them as much as I should!

Quick button up

SewHayleyJane · 3 days ago Admin

This looks lovely, the fabric is so fun!

Quick button up

LaTrica · 3 days ago

This came together quicker than I expected. I cut on Friday, got all the way to hemming on Sunday, did the buttons Wednesday. Ruined a fresh manicure doing the buttons. Typical. This is one of the Lutterloh patterns that you get when you buy...

Finished the PJs

LaTrica · 4 days ago

This looks great and so comfy.

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 5 days ago Admin

Hi Carol, happy Christmas to you too! Congratulations on the impending arrival of your grandson, how lovely to make a quilt! Is it a colour or character theme at all?

Introductions

CarolB · 5 days ago

Hi I'm Carol and I love in Great Moulton in rural Norfolk. I love dressmaking - making things for myself and family and am just getting into quilting. Just about to start a cot quilt for my second grandson due in April. Looking forward to heating...

Hi everyone

Christine · 6 days ago Plus Member

Hi Hayley, I mainly sew for me, love dresses to sew but don't wear them 🙃 (new years resolution maybe) I've done quilting and think I'll make more cos don't really need more clothes. Just a couple of hand stitches to put in two bags I've made...

Hi everyone

SewHayleyJane · 6 days ago Admin

Hi Christine, so lovely to have you here! What sort of things do you enjoy sewing?

Hi everyone

Christine · 1 week ago Plus Member

Looking forward to joining in the chat! I live in Cumbernauld, half way between Glasgow and Stirling. I know I'll make new friends and learn lots.

Finished the PJs

Sue_gingerninja_sews · 1 week ago Plus Member

Pjs are finished in time for Xmas. This is a Lewis & Irene cotton from Abakhan sold by weight. I got 2.5m of the border print for the shirt, 2m all over print for the bottoms at a great price. Piping from pound fabrics. Pattern is simplicity...

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

Kim · 1 week ago Plus Member

Having never made jeans before I'm intrigued to see what everyone has sewn. Jeans will be on my makes list for 2026.

Project Diaries

McCall's M8121 Jacket

Kim · 1 week ago Plus Member

Thank you Diane. I truly appreciate your comment. Means a lot xx

Project Diaries

Making the Alex Coat by Atelier Jupe

DianeH · 1 week ago Community Member

Thank you Hayley. On the whole the instructions are ok but some of the instructions leave a lot to be desired! There is also a blog post with photos but that is a bit vague in places. The also have a short video on the vent, which is quite useful....

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

DianeH · 1 week ago Community Member

Thank you Hayley. I was using a denim needle for the fabric, and swapped to a topstich needle for the topstitch thread, but it was making a funny noise so I just tried the denim needle but it still seemed a bit strange so I just used the normal...

Project Diaries

Making the Alex Coat by Atelier Jupe

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

This is looking really lovely Diane, the back vent is often quite a fiddly thing to do but it's looking great, how have the instructions been?

Does AI Have a Place in the Sewing Industry?

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

How were the actual pattern pieces? I've seen videos where they are misaligned and don't match each other. That's great that something positive has come out of it and it's made you want to delve further into pattern making!

Introductions

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

This is so lovely Melissa, what a fab experience that has clearly shaped you! Are you working on anything at the moment?

Gift Sewing

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Ah so pleased the leisure outfit and the shawl collar sweater worked out and were well received! And yes I have to admit after sewing 12 tote bags I'm glad they are all wrapped up under the tree now!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Oooh I haven't heard of this company, always love discovering new ones!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Perhaps a project for the new year?! The Morgan jeans look so good, I haven't seen the Clover ones though!

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

Oh wow you've made loads Ali! Would you say you have a favourite out of these? Which instructions did you find easiest to follow?

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

SewHayleyJane · 1 week ago Admin

These look fantastic Diane! Shame your machine struggled with topstitching thread, did you keep your universal needle or swap to a denim? I think you can get topstitching needles too which have a bigger hole for the thicker thread.

Pattern Picks & Reviews

Jeans Patterns

Alisewsteadysew · 1 week 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 · 1 week 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...