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Ailsb

Sorry ladies but I need to vent :mad::mad::mad:

Have cut out my bag (it's a messenger style bag for my netbook)- took ages to work out my measurements. Have finished the flap and it looks good. Whilst trying to attach the flap to the main body of the nag my maichine has thrown a wobbly. The tension is shot and I can't get it to work. Either thread keeps breaking or the bag of the work is completely looped.

Have had to put it to one side else I would have thrown it.

The worst thing is I don't think I've worked my measurements out correctly and the netbook wont fit once the bag is finished.

Off to my Dad's now - he says I can have my mums old machine. Not sure if this is working as hasn't been used for years.

End of rant. Thanks for listening.

irishgirl62

Mooloo wrote: »

What pattern do you use for your maxi dress Irishgirl?
Jerseys are always good fabrics for draping, and they dont fray either, which is a bonus.

I use this pattern the "C" version http://sewing.patternreview.com/Patterns/39764

here is the fabric i got off ebay http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280690846964&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT#ht_499wt_1159

here is a pic of me in it today I cut it out last night made it this morning and wore it today!!:rotfl:

I am looking serious in the pic cos i am no good at taking pics of myself lol



Rufus love the quilts!

irishgirl62

Thanks hart for the link .. its beautiful... i already have a pink dress I am after a white one with large pink flowers was thinking I had seen a white duvet cover with large pink flowers :rotfl::rotfl:

edited toadd i scrolled down it does have white background ... i am debating now whether to buy it or not

ilovepugs

Evening ladies, now im off to oxford next week, and the surrounding areas.If any ladies on here, know of any craft/fabric shops in oxford etc.Could you let me know.
Many Thanks,xx

Savvy_sewing

irishgirl62 wrote: »

I use this pattern the "C" version http://sewing.patternreview.com/Patterns/39764

here is the fabric i got off ebay http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280690846964&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT#ht_499wt_1159

here is a pic of me in it today I cut it out last night made it this morning and wore it today!!:rotfl:

I am looking serious in the pic cos i am no good at taking pics of myself lol



Rufus love the quilts!

Thats the kind of sewing I like.! It looks great! Well done you.
I think I may have to do something very similar very soon. Must look at my stash of fabrics first though, or I may spend even more then I need too.

Savvy_sewing

ilovepugs wrote: »

Evening ladies, now im off to oxford next week, and the surrounding areas.If any ladies on here, know of any craft/fabric shops in oxford etc.Could you let me know.
Many Thanks,xx

The main fabric shop closed down last year!
There is one in Kidlington though. Alot of its fabrics are furnishing fabrics though.
Sure others may tell you of anything else. I dont live there anymore so not uptodate with anything else.

hart44

irishgirl62 wrote: »

Thanks hart for the link .. its beautiful... i already have a pink dress I am after a white one with large pink flowers was thinking I had seen a white duvet cover with large pink flowers :rotfl::rotfl:

edited toadd i scrolled down it does have white background ... i am debating now whether to buy it or not

:rotfl: It is deceiving but there is quite a bit of white on it

I love your dress :T I can't belive Ive had that pattern in my fav's list for ages now and not attempted to make it but then again Im nervouse about making clothes as Im never sure if they will be too big or too small

Ailsb Im so sorry your not haveing a good time with your sewing Im not sure what to suggest to help

ZLS welcome

Im beginning to think Pootle and me are the last of the old lot but it is so nice to welcome some new sewers
I can't belive I have been here for over a year now (and Im still struggling for time to make things :rotfl:)

rufusdog52

Irishgirl, your dress is lovely, it looks really expensive and so quick for you to make xx

hmo

irishgirl62 wrote: »

I use this pattern the "C" version http://sewing.patternreview.com/Patterns/39764

here is the fabric i got off ebay http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280690846964&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT#ht_499wt_1159

here is a pic of me in it today I cut it out last night made it this morning and wore it today!!:rotfl:

I am looking serious in the pic cos i am no good at taking pics of myself lol



Rufus love the quilts!

it looks great, are there lots of pieces and how many mtrs does it take please.

also as its a download pattern how do you use it, sorry to be thick:)

Kaz2904

Great picture irishgirl. I do so love your makes. I like your hat boxes, do you remember where they are from?