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I was just thinking that I may well start to shorten skirts, one at a time. I wore one out today and am noticing that my legs look a lot better now that I have lost some weight plus I am cycling when I can. I`ll just do one skirt to start with because all my skirts are longer than attractive and so are all the dresses I made, however I may not shorten summer dresses and skirts because I will have to show my legs bare and don`t think I can do that. I would rather be bare legged under a longer skirt/dress in summer, than wear tights in summer
silvasava, I am not feeling at all like sewing at the moment, would rather be cosy with knitting but have just seen a made-up M and M dress in a shop window and it looks wonderful, so am waiting to be inspired again0 -
I've been doing fiddly bits; found some water-resistant fabric and cut it into bags to try to cut down on plastic; made some bowl covers as well.
Picked up some nice fabric in sales for summer tops.0 -
I have decided that today is the day when I go into my sewing room, specifically to do a sort and tidy, so that the room entices me in again.
I wore a long hm skirt yesterday, one made from a petite plus pattern, made it from a tweedy fabric that was going to be thrown out, bought it as a bargain bundle a long time ago, made a short skirt, long skirt and a waistcoat. The waistcoat fits well but isn`t me, so that is going to cs, the long skirt is comfortable and warm and will be kept for housewear on cooler days, long enough not to need knee highs
My mil used to make bags all the time, shopping bags, always useful. Think I will copy you jackyann and keep some behind the utility door, the old plastic carriers are almost gone now and it will be nice to hand a hm bag to anyone who gets things from me. I may well make even thin ones from cotton as direct plastic carrier replacements and for family christmas present bundles etc0 -
Been procrastinating - but mainly due to recovering from flu from Christmas! Boat lettering for my Dodgers arrived yesterday so over the weekend will cut the new ones using the old ones as a pattern. I also need to try out which of my machines will handle the canvas better. I've a Husquavarna and my mum's old Singer which I suspect will be better but it hasn't been used for a good few years so probably needs some TLC!Small victories - sometimes they are all you can hope for but sometimes they are all you need - be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle0
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I just haven't had time for sewing, I made a pencil case and a peg bag as presents for my sister just before Christmas, but nothing has happened since then. However I was lucky enough to win some fabric on a blog giveaway, it's a cream background with black leaves on, and it's very drapey and lightweight - I believe it's georgette.
There's enough for a dress but I can't see myself wearing it all over, so I've just ordered this [URL="/http://www.simplicity.com/new-look-pattern-6471-misses-blouses-and-tunic-with-neckline-variations/N6471.html"]New Look 6471[/URL] pattern. I'm wondering if I can just have a stand-up collar without the tie, I'll see what the pattern pieces are. Last year I hacked a shell top, making my first ever FBA, so I'm hoping to use that to adjust the fit before I start. I've never sewn with this type of fabric before, it looks rather slippery! Any tips?
So much I want to do, just not enough time.Life is mainly froth and bubble: two things stand like stone. Kindness in another’s trouble, courage in your own.0 -
I am hoping that this group of sewers will be able to help me.
I am support staff in a school and the textiles teacher has been off on long term sick! I have been doing my best to help the exam groups with their practical,which must be finished by Friday 9th Feb, but have come across a problem that has me a little stumped.
An a-level student is making a pair of trousers, she has woven a section of legs herself using strips of co-ordinating fabric, this has taken her some time, so we have just got to the point of sewing the trousers together along the crotch seam and i have discovered that instead of cutting each piece on double thickness fabric she cut them individually and has not mirrored the pattern piece so has 2 identical legs that don't match - I am not that well at the moment and in my pain fuddled brain the only thing I can think is for her to cut out a new leg but she has no fabric and they don't have any left in the shop!!! Any ideas, would be gratefully recieved!!!
Thank youFibro-Warrior0 -
Just a quick post having read about reducing plastics. I've always been aware that proliferating carrier bags were a bad idea, and for decades have been the "eccentric" in the supermarket queue, with one bag full of others I was reusing, (sometimes for a couple of years until they fell apart). When a 5p charge for supermarket carrier bags was introduced here, I had a good idea for recycling: I took out a pile of old cushion covers not currently being used, and bought some strong tape from the haberdashery. I made and attached two handles to the opening edge of each cover, and hey-presto, a new, and strong shopping bag - complete with a zip! They also roll up really small so one can be tucked into a shoulder bag so as to always have one ready for bits of shopping done ad-hoc.0
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Aahh, this brings back happy memories of my two hulking 6ft+ young men when they were sweet little tiddlers! I used to buy hoodie towels until they got past the toddler stage, then no one seemed to make them big enough, so I did my own with cheap multi-buy beach towels. They worked out well and were always much appreciated as it's so cosy when getting out of the pool or sea or whatever. Did you go ahead and do them this winter? Even if not done for Christmas, they'll go down very well, I'm sure.0
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no.1swimmum wrote: »I am hoping that this group of sewers will be able to help me.
I am support staff in a school and the textiles teacher has been off on long term sick! I have been doing my best to help the exam groups with their practical,which must be finished by Friday 9th Feb, but have come across a problem that has me a little stumped.
An a-level student is making a pair of trousers, she has woven a section of legs herself using strips of co-ordinating fabric, this has taken her some time, so we have just got to the point of sewing the trousers together along the crotch seam and i have discovered that instead of cutting each piece on double thickness fabric she cut them individually and has not mirrored the pattern piece so has 2 identical legs that don't match - I am not that well at the moment and in my pain fuddled brain the only thing I can think is for her to cut out a new leg but she has no fabric and they don't have any left in the shop!!! Any ideas, would be gratefully recieved!!!
Thank you
Without seeing the garment the only thing I can think of would be to use a new fabric that colour coordinates with the woven pieces the student has done &cut 2 new legs out,then insert the woven pieces- either by cutting a section out of the new fabric pieces once they have been cut out and joining with a seam,or possibly attaching the woven pieces on top,like applique ,if it wouldn't make it too thick.
Someone else may have a better idea,but good luck!:heartsmil 'A woman is like a teabag: You never know her strength until you drop her in hot water'. (Eleanor Roosevelt)0 -
Just wanted to say 'Hi'. I am a self taught 'sewer' and have learnt everything I know from YouTube!! I have only been sewing for about 18 months and tend to make mostly bags from recycled denim and other fabrics like curtains, sheets and duvet covers. I had a overlocker for Christmas and really want to get into upcycling clothes but I am really scared that I'm not good enough. I love watching youtube tutorials and I am often on Pinterest looking at all the wonderful inspirational ideas that I am too scared to attempt myself. I have made a 'rag quilt' recently and a friend has commissioned me to make one for her daughter as a lap quilt for when she is in her pushchair out of her old jeans. I love sewing and find it really relaxing and a lovely hobby. I do sell a few of my makes but not as many as I would like. My mom has always sewn and did it as a job years ago and also made all our clothes, 4 girls 1 boy, when we were kids. All matching of course! But she never taught me.
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Louise x0
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