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Posted In Thread: “First garment pattern?”

5 days ago

Debbie

Hi Debbie, that's great that your mums machine is working now! I'm looking forward to hearing if you've found a pattern to try?
SewHayleyJane - 5 days ago

I've actually just taken it to my local fabric shop for them to give it a thorogh clean and lubrication. I thought it hadn't been used in a few years, but apparently it's been 30! So when I collect it I'm going to start with an elasticated skirt (possibly with a pocket) and then pyjama bottoms. That'll use up most of my old duvet cover and then I can treat myself to some fabric!

Posted In Thread: “What Sewing Goodies Did You Unwrap?”

5 days ago

SHJ Member Nikki

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I got £40 Jenny stitches voucher from my mother-in-law, £100 1st for fabrics voucher from my husband.
He also got me a tool box for the Prym Vario tool that he bought me for my December birthday.
Oh and a friend bought me some small sewing scissors. Blessed 🤩
Kelly - 1 week ago

My Dad bought me the Prym Vario for Christmas- well he gave me the money and I ordered it 😀

Not had chance to use it yet

Posted In Thread: “What Sewing Goodies Did You Unwrap?”

5 days ago

SHJ Member Nikki

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My daughters boyfriend bought me a pair of electric scissors. lots of practice needed before I touch any decent fabric with them.

Posted In Thread: “Sewing Paralysis”

5 days ago

SHJ Member Nikki

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I've got loads of fabric, lots of ideas but not had time to sew over Christmas and the New Year.

Started to clear my craft room / office /laundry today so that I can create some clear space/head space to start a new project.

I've ordered a bag kit so think I'm going to try that first. I sewed a few garments just before Christmas and looking forward to doing more, but need a bit of breathing space first.

good luck with finding your sew-mo-jo. 👍

Posted In Thread: “First garment pattern?”

5 days ago

Admin SewHayleyJane

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Thank you everyone! I've got my mum's old sewing machine working finally (it didn't want to do anything other than a straight stitch at first, it seemed it needing warming up as hadn't been used probably in a decade). Tilly and the Buttons definitely seems to be the way to go. And I've decluttered my bedding so I can try it out on that first. I'll be sure to keep an eye on the finished garment measurements.
Debbie - 1 week ago

Hi Debbie, that's great that your mums machine is working now! I'm looking forward to hearing if you've found a pattern to try?

Posted In Thread: “Overlocker vs Coverstitch?”

5 days ago

Admin SewHayleyJane

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Oh and I'd recommend the self threading ones, I have a babylock and love it but other manufactures with this feature
Annette270 - 1 week ago

I would love a self-threading sewing machine!! It looks like most people would recommend an overlocker over a coverstitch Yolanda - did you find one?

Posted In Thread: “Favourite Sewing Tool”

5 days ago

Admin SewHayleyJane

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Wonder tape! Helps me so much with zippers, patch pockets, labels, buttons... so many uses!
Nedita - 1 week ago

Amazing stuff!!

Posted In Thread: “Sewing Paralysis”

5 days ago

Admin SewHayleyJane

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My other tip is to sew a non-garment - like a bag or accessory, something that you don't need to worry about fitting and can just get immersed in the sewing

Posted In Thread: “What Sewing Goodies Did You Unwrap?”

5 days ago

Admin SewHayleyJane

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My husband bought me a lovely new iron (obviously I steered him in the right direction)
Wendy_sews64 - 1 week ago

Oh wow the colour is amazing

Posted In Thread: “What Sewing Goodies Did You Unwrap?”

5 days ago

Admin SewHayleyJane

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Yes I got an Olisso pink iron and some Crafty Pie fabric such a lucky lady I am!
crgblondie - 6 days ago

Oooh which fabric was it? Love the Crafty Pie fabrics!