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Tamster150

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.

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

When I made my butercup bag, you had to make up two bags. One out of fabric & one out of lining and then put one inside the other (right sides facing)and sew around the top. I imagine that you would do the same with a top, except I would sew them together at the hem (leaving a small gap for turning) and then top stitch the hem line after. However, I haven't got as far as dress making yet so not sure if that is the right way to do it. lol

hart44

danemi1 wrote: »

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...

It's lovely to see you back like you I have been away (well not posting anyway lol) for a while but now back and it's like Ive not been away, I just love how friendly it is here .
I spent most of yesterday sewing so I will get some pic's on today
Tamster I love doing the buttercup bags so much I decided to buy the pattern and the permission to sell as I have a craft fair in March to do. It included the large version with zip fastening so might make some of them too.

Laura_D_3

Well I'm at the end of page 284 so getting closer however just realised I was going to make two homemade advent calender items each month the hubby. The advent pockets are relatively tiny so any suggestions gratefully received as to what I could make to put in there he likes; cooking, wine, beer, fishing, football, hiking..... I always think making for men seems so much harder than women!!

Yesterday in my attempts at daily creativity I made a couple of tester coasters out of some scraps I had lying around;

MissPixie

Those coasters look fabulous I love the square one

Does anyone know of any good patterns for bunting that is double sided? I really need to crack on with my wedding makes and stop making fun things!

PootleFlump_3

danemi1 wrote: »

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

Hi Danemi, thank you. Its Michael Miller Flower Shower. I made this bag out of it last year for my sisters birthday so thought Id use up the rest of it.




p.s As requested, consider your butt to be kicked! lol

Laura, I love your coasters (and your blog - just been having a nosey and am now your newest follower.)

Tina, your bag is fab. I want to get into applique but still practising!

For all of you who do like applique I read some fab news last night whilst blog hopping. The Silhouette now cuts fabric!!! Am so excited. Definately going to buy one. Ive been eyeing it up for ages as the stuff you can do with vinyl and flocked vinyl looks brilliant but now that I know it cuts fabric too there is no question Im getting one. It links to your computer too so you can pretty much print whatever you want and dont have to spend loads of money on different dies. :T:T

MissPixie

I did my first bit of embroidery last night I am quite proud



And this is kindof sewing but I want to show it off anyway because I am so proud of it!

Laura_D_3

little_miss_moneysaver wrote: »

And a wrist pin cushion;



My other experiments aren't really good enough to share, none the less I am improving :beer:

I really like these Laura, may have to pinch the idea if that's OK?

I'm new to the thread and trying to read through it, but it's taking a while. I got a sewing machine for Christmas so am going to try it out over the next couple of days. Just hope I don't sew my fingers together

LMMS

Arhh I love the idea that someone may use one of my random ideas that's fab Although I'm sure you'll do a far better job, I really really need to learn the craft of blind sewing as unfortunately it means I'm currently having to sew on the outsides to finish off my pieces

Everyone is so talented on here I'm hoping it will rub off on me, if nothing else I should get an A for effort this year, I've been using the sewing machine most days - may need to put a timer in the sewing room as think the hubby is beginning to miss me :j

MissPixie My mum made the bunting for our wedding (bless her I was demanding), she used some satin wedding material which she managed to get for 50p a meter at Birmingham Rag Market and then put coloured binding round the edges, then she made me an extra one which she embroidered the good life and two chicks on (my fav program in the world).





Thanks PootleFlump, I'm a wanabe creative genius :rotfl:Luckily I have a fabulous mum who when I don't think I can make something will do it for me - spoilt I know!! I thought if I had a blog and made myself post each day it would mean there would be no excuse not to at least try and craft - so far its working :T

hmo

Laura_D wrote: »

Well I'm at the end of page 284 so getting closer however just realised I was going to make two homemade advent calender items each month the hubby. The advent pockets are relatively tiny so any suggestions gratefully received as to what I could make to put in there he likes; cooking, wine, beer, fishing, football, hiking..... I always think making for men seems so much harder than women!!

Yesterday in my attempts at daily creativity I made a couple of tester coasters out of some scraps I had lying around;

they are great well done

dizzytina

PootleFlump wrote: »

Hi Danemi, thank you. Its Michael Miller Flower Shower. I made this bag out of it last year for my sisters birthday so thought Id use up the rest of it.




p.s As requested, consider your butt to be kicked! lol

Laura, I love your coasters (and your blog - just been having a nosey and am now your newest follower.)

Tina, your bag is fab. I want to get into applique but still practising!

For all of you who do like applique I read some fab news last night whilst blog hopping. The Silhouette now cuts fabric!!! Am so excited. Definately going to buy one. Ive been eyeing it up for ages as the stuff you can do with vinyl and flocked vinyl looks brilliant but now that I know it cuts fabric too there is no question Im getting one. It links to your computer too so you can pretty much print whatever you want and dont have to spend loads of money on different dies. :T:T

Pootle i used my cricut machine to cut my letters out in fabric as i only discovered it did it the other day too. It is so quick and fab. I think the silhouette is a similar machine isn't it. Cricut have a sale on at the moment including on there machines. i had to resist buying the cricut expression which was reduced right down and has quite a few cartridges included:D Seths gran posted a thread on it yesterday with a link if anyone is interested.

fab makes everyone lovely coasters and embroidery guys.

hmo

dizzytina wrote: »

Pootle i used my cricut machine to cut my letters out in fabric as i only discovered it did it the other day too. It is so quick and fab. I think the silhouette is a similar machine isn't it. Cricut have a sale on at the moment including on there machines. i had to resist buying the cricut expression which was reduced right down and has quite a few cartridges included:D Seths gran posted a thread on it yesterday with a link if anyone is interested.

fab makes everyone lovely coasters and embroidery guys.

hi great bag, ive just read your blog when you put the heat and bond onto the fabric, which way up did you put it on your cricut mat.

fabric up or down?

is heat and bond adhesive on both side, i think ive got some somewhere will have to dig it out and give it a try.

what blade depth did you use please