Thank you so much for all your help and advice. I’m going to put my big girl pants on and give it a try. :thumbsup:
I’ve spent today faffing about with pattern pieces. I’ve just cut out some fabric with a lot of give in it for a wearable toile & if I can get the fit right then I’ll attempt to remake it in my ‘blue velvet.’
(No, I’m not singing!
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It’s really interesting reading people’s thoughts on whether or not to use which machine. One of the things I like about sewing is there are so many different ways to do things and people find their own preferences. If all goes to plan then I intend to do quite a bit of hand stitching in the construction of my ‘blue velvet’ (still not singing,
Honest), top. If I decide I like making clothes with stretchy fabrics then I can definitely see me investing in some machinery!
At the end of the day I think it’s whatever makes you happy. And I’m all for people being happy.