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xxvickixx

IsOM, lovely work, I would love to make a quilt one day.

hmo

In_Search_Of_Me wrote: »

http://www.ehow.co.uk/how_6209733_step_by_step-instructions-patchwork-quilt.html

The above is my first quilt - Im just starting on my second and learned the valuable measure twice lesson as the first was too short for my vision of a quilt draping almost to the floor!! Thankfully its perfect for a single bed and my mum absolutely loves and cherishes it! If it would help Im happy to do a simple write up on how I made it...thankfully I had help from a v experienced quilter who took me step by step through the edging etc...

that is fab well done

hmo

craftgirl1960 wrote: »

ISOM - that's gorgeous!!

I was wondering if someone can point in the right direction please, I really want to make a drawstring bag for my little boy, my sewing skills are quite basic at the moment!

i have just put one in the 'no chat# thread for you here

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/41572838#Comment_41572838

kings981

I want to make a skirt like this one.http://www.joules.com/en-GB/Womens-Skirt/Sadie-Tweed/K_HEATHERTWEED/ProductDetail.raction
I have searched all the usual pattern makers Simplicity, Butterick etc but can't find anything similar. I would like it to have a waist band rather than an elasticated waist.

Any ideas for a pattern?

wendym

This may be too tricksy for you, but for a tailored skirt pattern I would definitely be looking at Vogue. And if you're not reasonably experienced, I think Vogue Very Easy (this one is Easy, but Vogue Easy isn't necessarily easy, if you see what I mean)

http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v8697-products-13221.php?page_id=263

Or View D here, making the shape less A line, and cutting your own patch pockets?

http://butterick.mccall.com/b4461-products-5546.php?page_id=367

hart44

kings981 wrote: »

I want to make a skirt like this one.http://www.joules.com/en-GB/Womens-Skirt/Sadie-Tweed/K_HEATHERTWEED/ProductDetail.raction
I have searched all the usual pattern makers Simplicity, Butterick etc but can't find anything similar. I would like it to have a waist band rather than an elasticated waist.

Any ideas for a pattern?

Hi Im not sure if this is any help

http://www.suite101.com/content/how-to-make-a-skirt-pattern-a63756

BILLIE

ISOM great quilt. Billie x

rufusdog52

Lovely quilt ISOM xx

wendym

I think we should all cut out and keep the illustration of the Joules skirt posted by kings981, for days when we don't feel our skills are up to scratch and could do with some encouragement. Obviously it's a ridiculous price, but is it just me, or does it not look particularly well made? I think the waistband and the pockets look a bit lumpy.

hart44

I just wish I could make my own clothes Ive had a few goes but Im not very good at it
I am better with bag, frame purse and quilt making though so shouldn't complain :rotfl: