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Sewing in Sheffield

cakeymcdoodle

Sewing in Sheffield
« on: September 24, 2020, 18:33:37 PM »
Hi everyone,

I’m Scottish, lived in London for 8 years and then moved to Sheffield. I’ve been sewing intermittently since I started uni (so half my life now). It’s the hobby that has stayed with me through exams, houseshares, my wedding and now two kiddies. Sheffield has a good sewing scene but I will chat to anyone anywhere about sewing. I’m looking forward to joining in some challenges soon.  :D

fajita

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #1 on: September 24, 2020, 18:36:08 PM »
Welcome @cakeymcdoodle  :flower: :drink:

BrendaP

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #2 on: September 24, 2020, 18:43:08 PM »
Welcome to TSP.
Brenda.  My machines are: Corona, a 1953 Singer 201K-3, Caroline, a 1940 Singer 201K-3, Thirza, 1949 Singer 221K, Azilia, 1957 Singer 201K-MK2 and Vera, a Husqvarna 350 SewEasy about 20 years old. Also Bernina 1150 overlocker and Elna 444 Coverstitcher.
http://paternoster.orpheusweb.co.

Greybird

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #3 on: September 24, 2020, 18:44:56 PM »
Hello and welcome!

Surest1tch

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #4 on: September 24, 2020, 19:05:03 PM »
Welcome from me too  :D

Efemera

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #5 on: September 24, 2020, 19:23:46 PM »
Hello there....

Silver Rose

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #6 on: September 24, 2020, 19:25:37 PM »
Hello and welcome to TSP.
Still learning

UttaRetch

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #7 on: September 24, 2020, 19:29:30 PM »
Hello @cakeymcdoodle.  I have been reading the Pattern review Wardrobe contest 2020 discussion thread and recognise your name from there.  I like some of your patterns, too.

cakeymcdoodle

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #8 on: September 24, 2020, 19:43:53 PM »
@UttaRetch thanks! Yeah I’m the maniac that sewed five days straight to get it finished before I started work again. I’m glad I can slow down again. I’m planning a big dressing gown for the warm and cosy contest.

I’m also interested in the upcycling contest here. I have a skirt and pair of jeans needing something drastic done to them!

Helen M

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #9 on: September 24, 2020, 19:47:35 PM »
Hello and welcome to TSP @cakeymcdoodle!
Stash Busting 2024 - Goal: 25 metres
So far:  1.5 metres  ------ Donated : 0 metres
Items decluttered: 55

bec

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #10 on: September 24, 2020, 19:49:46 PM »
Hello!  :toast: Welcome @cakeymcdoodle

Lilian

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #11 on: September 24, 2020, 19:54:32 PM »
Welcome @cakeymcdoodle  :drink: :vintage:
Willing but not always able :)

Puzzler

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #12 on: September 25, 2020, 07:22:59 AM »
Welcome to TSP! Love your name.

Nevis5

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #13 on: September 25, 2020, 08:53:36 AM »
A big welcome @cakeymcdoodle  from me too  :toast:

Kenora

Re: Sewing in Sheffield
« Reply #14 on: September 25, 2020, 13:40:34 PM »
Welcome from me too. Looking forward to seeing your makes. :)
Minding my P's & Q's in Portreath