The Sewing Room

Justamum

rufusd!!!2 wrote: »

Thanks Cuddles, I bought some blue checked fleece today to make Grandson's hoody and some blue lining t line it with. Has anyone ever made a top with a lining before? Was wondering whether you make the lining up the same as the top then hand stitch it around the edges to the outer bit or if there is another way of doing it? I wont be putting stretchy cuffs on or anything but want to do a zip down the front so it is like a jacket. Will just be using one of his ones he already has as a pattern but dont think he has any that are lined already.

I think you just use the same pieces for the lining.

rufusd!!!2 wrote: »

Also bought myself a remnant of brown jersey with a gold metallic pattern printed on it to make myself some kind of top. Any tips on sewing jersey? I havent made anything with it for years now and cant remember how to go about it. Think you have to change the needle but what thread to use? And do you need to sew with a stretch stitch?

Thanks a lot, Rufus xx

You will need a ballpoint needle, and use a zigzag stitch - not necessarily a huge zigzag, but just enough for some 'give' at the seams. If you have an overlocker I think you can often make stretch tops just using that - some patterns give the information for it. Tbh I've avoided sewing stretchy material because for some reason my machine just doesn't like it

Bunny200

PootleFlump wrote: »

Edit: Also meant to ask - has anyone been to the Creative Stitches & Hobbycraft day before? Im thinking of going but not sure whether its any good or not or if its more designed for Cross Stitch and jewellery/card making. x

I went to the Brighton one last year and going again this year but there are loads of cardmaking stuff there which doesn't interest me. There are quite a few fabric retailers, buttons, loads of quilty things, habdash stuff but not loads of jewellery as I recall. I'm more dressmaking orientated and theres not much dress making fabric there, mainly quilting cotton.
hth

danemi1

can someone please give me a kick up the booty - I started sewing last year after spending a life terrified of sewing - dont laugh - I mean terrified - so much so when my son wanted his cubs badges ewn on his uniform - hubby did it - anything needed doing that involved a needle and thread and it either went in the bin or hubby did it - then last year I thought enough is enough and gave it a go - have made a curtain to cover the washer - couple of bags - some patchwork cushions and a big throw for the sofa - still scared but giving it a go - then all of December I was ill with flu combined with starting a new job which I need to do studying for - so tis been a while - I got s super duper new machine for chrimbo but what I am getting to is now I look at the machine and think wow it looks fab but gulp I am too terrified to go near it - and have forgotten everything I was learning - where do I start - what do I make to get me back into it - dont laugh I know I am a kipper but dont know what to do to get back on the bike if you see what I mean

hart44

PootleFlump wrote: »

Lovely makes everyone. I wish I had enough space in my house to quilt. Ive been reading my quilting book and cant wait to get started but its a bit of a squeeze in our flat as we dont have a big table that I can work on.

Tiamai, looking forward to seeing your shirring. I have 2 reels of shirring elastic in my sewing drawer that Ive never used as Im scared of it!!

Here is my latest make.





Edit: Also meant to ask - has anyone been to the Creative Stitches & Hobbycraft day before? Im thinking of going but not sure whether its any good or not or if its more designed for Cross Stitch and jewellery/card making. x

Wow Pootle the wallet is great, I love the fabric you have used :T I have been putting off makeing these for weeks now as it looks so time consuming but I like the look of the tutorial you used I have a weeks holiday from work 7th Feb so plan to blitz through my stash of fabric then :rotfl: untill I used some of what i have Im buying no more fabric as Im getting obsessed with buying and not sewing :rotfl:

danemi1

PootleFlump wrote: »

Lovely makes everyone. I wish I had enough space in my house to quilt. Ive been reading my quilting book and cant wait to get started but its a bit of a squeeze in our flat as we dont have a big table that I can work on.

Tiamai, looking forward to seeing your shirring. I have 2 reels of shirring elastic in my sewing drawer that Ive never used as Im scared of it!!

Here is my latest make.





Edit: Also meant to ask - has anyone been to the Creative Stitches & Hobbycraft day before? Im thinking of going but not sure whether its any good or not or if its more designed for Cross Stitch and jewellery/card making. x

That is GORGEOUS - what fabric is it - really pretty!

flossie217

danemi1 wrote: »

can someone please give me a kick up the booty - I started sewing last year after spending a life terrified of sewing - dont laugh - I mean terrified - so much so when my son wanted his cubs badges ewn on his uniform - hubby did it - anything needed doing that involved a needle and thread and it either went in the bin or hubby did it - then last year I thought enough is enough and gave it a go - have made a curtain to cover the washer - couple of bags - some patchwork cushions and a big throw for the sofa - still scared but giving it a go - then all of December I was ill with flu combined with starting a new job which I need to do studying for - so tis been a while - I got s super duper new machine for chrimbo but what I am getting to is now I look at the machine and think wow it looks fab but gulp I am too terrified to go near it - and have forgotten everything I was learning - where do I start - what do I make to get me back into it - dont laugh I know I am a kipper but dont know what to do to get back on the bike if you see what I mean

Find a piece of old scrap fabric and just sew up and down to get the feel of your machine. Try out each of the stitch selections to see what effect they give and alter the stitch length to see how the stitches change. To start with don't worry about making anything. Just play and learn.
I haven't used my machine since last summer as I have been unwell and when I sat in front of it last week I didn't know where to start. I just worked a few lines adjusting the stitch length until I felt happier about using it again.
From the list of things you have made before which gave you the most pleasure whilst putting it together? That may be a good place to start again.
How about making a crayon roll for your son or a pillowcase for his bed.
Stop worrying about the machine, it will work well with you, use all your energy in being creative and planning all the pretty things to make.
Just thought - how about making bunting for your sons room. It's simple and fun to make and looks great when it's finished. You can get some lovely fabrics for boys.

dizzytina

Blimey you have all been busy on here!.

Pootle i just love your wallet and the michael miller fabric. i went to the creative crafts and stitching show in Manchester in September and its on again next week. There was lots of cardmaking stuff and less fabric but lots of ribbon, haberdashery etc and i bought quite a few bits:D
Hart and midge fab quilting:T
Laura your makes are really good for a beginner:T

Here is a pumpbag i made last night for a party my little girl went to today. i am now addicted to applique using heat n bond its definately the future:rotfl:

danemi1

Thanks Flossie - since putting my post up - I have been browsing through some sewing books from the library - to get a bit of a feel for it again - gearing myself up ready - have got Mum coming tomorrow and Im cooking the roast otherwise I may have taken the plunge but maybe in the evening - will see how it goes - the bunting sounds good and also tina the pump bag that you made is lovely - I made one last year for my daughter - may well give that a go this time for my son! Will keep tuning in on here too for inspiration

That fabric is Michael Miller is it - well its gorgeous

Thanks ladies xx

hmo

danemi1 wrote: »

Thanks Flossie - since putting my post up - I have been browsing through some sewing books from the library - to get a bit of a feel for it again - gearing myself up ready - have got Mum coming tomorrow and Im cooking the roast otherwise I may have taken the plunge but maybe in the evening - will see how it goes - the bunting sounds good and also tina the pump bag that you made is lovely - I made one last year for my daughter - may well give that a go this time for my son! Will keep tuning in on here too for inspiration

That fabric is Michael Miller is it - well its gorgeous

Thanks ladies xx

hi glad to see you back i was only thinking the other day i had not seen any posts from you.

you had made somelovely things dont be afraid especially of your new machine.

ive got loads of stuff on my blog, if you want small things what about mini tissue pockets or lavender bags or even an envelope style cushion cover ive done several of these since i started sewing.

danemi1

aw thanks love - off to have a look at your makes - love this place - always a warm welcome - thank you - Im daft arent I but I do feel intimidated - but am starting to feel the pull so hopefully fingers crossed...