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Title: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 11, 2017, 10:19:35 AM
As suggested by DementedFairy, we will be taking inspiration from Japan with its rich cultural heritage in art and fashion. Inspiration and ideas will be presented to help you choose a project, whether it be a quilt inspired by Japanese flora and fauna, or an inventive dress or top from one of the amazing Japanese pattern books with their origami-like shapes and complex techniques, or maybe just a garment for you using a popular Japanese style fabric print.
I'm also bringing the start date forward as there seems to be much excitement  :D

Introduction
In this competition you can produce

Dates
The competition will run from Thursday 1st June - Friday 30th June. You have until 23.59 on the 30th to complete.

Rules

How To Enter
Please send your finished make pictures (three required, as above) to sewalongs@thesewingplace.org.uk by the deadline.

How To Win
Winners will be chosen by public vote.

Prizes
TBD

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Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 11, 2017, 10:20:50 AM
Free patterns, advice, and info on Japanese sewing books at: http://www.japanesesewingbooks.com/

Sellers of Japanese fabric:

MissMatatabi (https://shop.missmatatabi.com/) - reasonable shipping cost from Japan
Plush Addict (http://www.plushaddict.co.uk/fabric-by-theme/japanese-fabric.html)
The Fabric Fox (http://thefabricfox.co.uk/shop/theme/japanese-fabric/)

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 11, 2017, 10:21:20 AM
This post is reserved for FAQs.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on May 11, 2017, 10:48:00 AM

The competition will run from Thursday 1st June - Friday 30th June. You have until 23.59 on the 30th to complete.


  • You MUST NOT cut your fabric until the 30th June. You can only wash it, dry it, prepare patterns, sew a toile etc. You cannot cut your fabric.



I think you mean that you mustn't cut your fabric until 1st June.

 :fabric: :fabric: :fabric: :fabric:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 11, 2017, 10:49:39 AM
I think you mean that you mustn't cut your fabric until 1st June.

 :fabric: :fabric: :fabric: :fabric:

No! Time travellers ONLY.

(https://media.giphy.com/media/1Qhq3p6lc0o6c/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Mama likes to make on May 11, 2017, 11:04:27 AM
Oh excellent. I have some gorgeous Japanese print cotton I can use to make something for DD.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lyn-J on May 11, 2017, 15:44:51 PM
Will this do?
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4158/34432342982_f5cf9bf7e1_n.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UsEKXU)Japan001 (https://flic.kr/p/UsEKXU) by Lyn-J (https://www.flickr.com/photos/75662823@N06/), on Flickr
Love this but not to sure what to make.
I'm not to sure which way up the writing should go, can anyone read it?
It probably says something rude  :S
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 11, 2017, 17:19:45 PM
I'm not to sure which way up the writing should go, can anyone read it?
It probably says something rude  :S

I asked my Japanese colleague for you:

Quote
「洋」is a real Japanese word.
The stamp must be showing someone’s name and I cannot read it.
But we use that kind of stamp for your signature.
 
「洋」
It is not a difficult word but I am struggling to find the literal translation for this word.
It means Western, European, Foreign, etc… (literally opposite word of the word, Japan).
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lyn-J on May 11, 2017, 17:30:12 PM
Thanks to you and your colleague, Fran  <3
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: UttaRetch on May 11, 2017, 17:52:53 PM
Free patterns, advice, and info on Japanese sewing books at: http://www.japanesesewingbooks.com/

Sellers of Japanese fabric:

...

Plush Addict (http://www.plushaddict.co.uk/fabric-by-theme/japanese-fabric.html)


These

(http://www.plushaddict.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/302x302/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/n/u/nute_67530_108.jpg)(http://www.plushaddict.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/302x302/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/n/u/nute_67790_102.jpg)

from the Plush Addict site are gorgeous.  They are both quite expensive per metre, but you could squeeze out a fitted or A-line skirt or at a pinch, a simple shift.

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Vegegrow on May 11, 2017, 18:53:04 PM
Love the fabric Lyn -J

Can't like so I'm posting reply's which is probably a good thing
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on May 11, 2017, 18:58:40 PM
I have no inspiration at all right now.  Oh dear!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Catllar on May 12, 2017, 00:00:54 AM
Think I'll take a rain check on this one!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on May 13, 2017, 13:31:19 PM
Errrrmmm...

I'm in.

When do we post the first pic of the ingredients, so to speak?
And can we practice before 1st June ???
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Catllar on May 13, 2017, 14:54:20 PM
Free patterns, advice, and info on Japanese sewing books at: http://www.japanesesewingbooks.com/

Sellers of Japanese fabric:

MissMatatabi (https://shop.missmatatabi.com/) - reasonable shipping cost from Japan
Plush Addict (http://www.plushaddict.co.uk/fabric-by-theme/japanese-fabric.html)
The Fabric Fox (http://thefabricfox.co.uk/shop/theme/japanese-fabric/)

Fran, now just stop it - I've already decided this is not for me then I go and look at stuff and remember how much I like sewing with Japanese double gauze and how lovely it is to wear -....... no , no, no ..AND I'm under the influence of lunchtime drinking, so I'm fragile emotionally at the mo - sob!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on May 14, 2017, 09:47:55 AM
Japanese double gauze ??????
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on May 14, 2017, 10:25:36 AM
It's all the rage dear, do keep up lol

[I've never bought any it's mad expensive!]
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on May 14, 2017, 10:53:08 AM
Japanese double gauze ??????

This stuff (http://www.fabricinspirations.co.uk/acatalog/Japanese-Double-Gauze-Plain-Light-Blue.html)
 :fabric:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Catllar on May 14, 2017, 23:56:23 PM
Oh you swine Imi!   :devil: I hadn't seen that site. the plain  colours are lush.

 Have a google of Nano Iri and see the gorgeous almost watercolour prints.

I bought some last year ( no 2 years back ) and made a skirt and a boxy top. Lovely stuff to sew with but a bit warm for here in the summer. If I get any more I'll have to think more carefully what I make. But I'm not getting any more - no.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on May 15, 2017, 06:35:16 AM
Oh you swine Imi! 

???!!!??? :[

What me ???

I just went to our local Emporia and bought some floppy fabric ... I didn't realise it had to be Actual Japanese fabric   :o
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Acorn on May 15, 2017, 09:02:50 AM
... But I'm not getting any more - no.

Of course you're not Catllar.   ;)  You will show us the pictures, won't you?

And another one here who is delighted and distraught to have another lovely online fabric shop added to the ever lengthening list.   :|
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 15, 2017, 09:55:30 AM
Errrrmmm...

I'm in.

When do we post the first pic of the ingredients, so to speak?
And can we practice before 1st June ???

You can practice on other fabrics before the 1st, they just can't form any of your final make/submission. That must be entirely constructed after the 1st. 
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Catllar on May 15, 2017, 20:11:27 PM
Of course you're not Catllar.   ;)  You will show us the pictures, won't you?

And another one here who is delighted and distraught to have another lovely online fabric shop added to the ever lengthening list.   :|

Not going to give in on this one - I have so much blue in my wardrobe and almost all has spots of some sort. I don't wear peach and the pink is too greyed so, despite all the lushness I'm being good.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on May 15, 2017, 20:20:08 PM
I am very interested in this  :), but...  I have a lot of other things to do and don't know if I have time to complete it.  I've been to the local fabric shop today and among other things I was looking for anything Japanese  :o.  I really like the double gauze that Iminei posted but would need a pattern. 

Question, has it got to be a garment or could it be anything fabric?  :vintage:

Scrap that last sentence, i read the first post!  ;)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: b15erk on May 16, 2017, 08:43:42 AM
I'm out I'm afraid :(  I've so much other stuff to catch up on.  I haven't even got an entry ready for the White Sewalong yet.

Wish I had more time.

Jessie
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 16, 2017, 09:12:51 AM
Not even time for a nice pair of pants?  :'(
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: b15erk on May 16, 2017, 09:18:54 AM
I wish Fran!  I have to address computer problems at work, so I can't slope off into the front room to do cutting out, and some surreptitious sewing!  Computer is running like a slug again, so I can't put it off any longer.

I get on with sewing machines, I don't get on with recalcitrant PC's.  ;)

Jessie
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on May 16, 2017, 09:33:24 AM
Computer is running like a slug again,


hahahahahaa...
I wish I'd thought of that description for mine last week!

 I was tearing my hair out as it took aaaaaggges to load a single page then Mr Im came to my rescue by taking my debit card to the local PC world and buying  a warpdrive thingmy which he installed and  my laptop is now faster than the speed of sound!!!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Acorn on May 16, 2017, 09:52:04 AM
Wish I could do that with my truly horrendous broadband speed.  (0.2mbps anyone?  0.9 on a very rare good day.  :\ )
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on May 16, 2017, 15:20:40 PM
Here is my fabric. I have had it about a year. We were in my favorite fabric store. The one with the faux zebra upholstered couches for husbands to nap on!
 This lovely fabric was at the door on a stand with several rolls of exotic (expensive) fabrics.
My Beloved stopped, pulled out a foot or two of this fabric and exclaimed "This is so beautiful. If I liked fabric I would buy it just to have!"
 He was not drugged or coerced, he said it.
 And I bought it!
This is a lovely store with all of the gorgeous, jewel toned silks on rolls on the walls looking like liquid magic. He is always dazzled by the colors.
  So here is my fabric:
(http://i.imgur.com/eSeQZvc.jpg)
And I want to make a Lutterloh duster that will end up having the flavor of  one of Miss Fisher's .
The fabric is silk tulle embroidered with silk.
I cannot decide whether to  have the scalloped edge as center front or hem. This is not the widest of fabric.

Unlike my daughter that refuses to ever enter a fabric store again because she claims to be traumatized  because as a child had  to wait for me to have fabric cut, or  to stand in line with extra coupons that clearly said "one per family". My Beloved will gladly go fabric shopping with me.
My daughter will go fabric shopping when I visit her in Dallas if there is a Starbucks within a mile!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on May 16, 2017, 15:59:38 PM
Susana...That's beautiful!

How wonderful to have a man who says he'd buy it just to have it...we could all do with someone who understands that.

I shall watch with interest as you use this fabric. I'd be scared to put the scissors to it.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on May 16, 2017, 16:03:17 PM
Sandra!
I am  nervous about cutting into this as well. I searched all over town for some heavy denim to make a test piece.  I wanted something  that has little drape, just like this fabric.
 I may just cut it.
Life is short, eat dessert first, then cut the good fabric!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on May 16, 2017, 18:35:09 PM
Inspiration has struck

(http://i.imgur.com/iunTDQF.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/WK8LRYe.jpg)



Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 16, 2017, 19:29:37 PM
Oooh I love that fabric!

Is it this?

(https://st.hzcdn.com/simgs/4af15e5f00652bd5_4-7661/fabric.jpg)

I have this in my stash :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: UttaRetch on May 16, 2017, 19:32:27 PM
(http://www.tokyofaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/130601-1a.jpg)

From Japanese street fashion (https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=japanese+schoolgirl+fashions&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwj_2pK0hfXTAhVIIcAKHXVjDSsQ_AUIBigB&biw=1680&bih=922#tbm=isch&q=japanese+street+fashions&imgrc=_).
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on May 16, 2017, 19:59:48 PM
Yep Fran you spotted it!  Pricey stuff, so there isn't much, but I'm inspired to make a sleeve out of it...very apt!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 18, 2017, 16:28:50 PM
Spotted this Great Wave collar today, gorgeous.

(http://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/thumbs/sleeveless-top.jpeg)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on May 18, 2017, 16:45:22 PM
What a beautiful, clever idea!!!!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on May 19, 2017, 15:03:49 PM
I think I have a FQ of Japanese fabric in my stash so could I make a handbag and be in the sewalong with that?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 19, 2017, 16:44:30 PM
Yes that sounds brilliant!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on May 19, 2017, 16:48:08 PM
OK after a lot of searching I've found it, so this is my main fabric and I'm thinking of using a forest green 2 tone taffeta to go with it and make some kind of daily use bag to glam up the shopping!
If I'm waffling it's cos I think I have to post 5 times to be in the sewalong - it's the devil being a newbie and not know what you're doing!!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 19, 2017, 16:48:47 PM
Oh that's gorgeous!

I'm sure over the whole of June you'll manage 5 posts  :devil: Like I said we don't bite, except for DementedFairy.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on May 19, 2017, 16:59:09 PM
Oh that's gorgeous!

I'm sure over the whole of June you'll manage 5 posts  :devil: Like I said we don't bite, except for DementedFairy.

Just tip me the wink - where might she bite???
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on May 19, 2017, 17:16:59 PM
I am very fond of biting bums.  Be warned. :devil:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BlueCat on May 19, 2017, 17:33:03 PM
Love that red fabric Lizzielogs.  Think I have something similar.  Think I'll try and join in this sewalong, as I have quite a few bits of Japanese fabric.  Won't be able to start until 2nd week in June, but hopefully should manage something. 

Do we have to post 5 times in 'this' thread or will there be another thread started when the comp begins?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on May 19, 2017, 18:20:00 PM
I am very fond of biting bums.  Be warned. :devil:
*gulp*
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 19, 2017, 18:24:48 PM
Love that red fabric Lizzielogs.  Think I have something similar.  Think I'll try and join in this sewalong, as I have quite a few bits of Japanese fabric.  Won't be able to start until 2nd week in June, but hopefully should manage something. 

Do we have to post 5 times in 'this' thread or will there be another thread started when the comp begins?

This'll be the sewalong thread so all these posts count! The 5 post rule is just meant to foster the sewalong aspect (trust me we WANT to know the minute details of your project!) and stop people swooping in at the last minute just to submit their piece without being involved.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: UttaRetch on May 19, 2017, 18:37:55 PM
I have these

(http://i.imgur.com/eVTOc8i.jpg)(http://i.imgur.com/CbAIfba.jpg)

two lenghths of 'Hanako' print fabric ex of Liberty's and read somewhere that the pattern is based on a Japanese design.  However, they are my preciousness and were never going to be cut plus I no longer sew anyway.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on May 19, 2017, 21:09:25 PM
I am hoping to join this sewalong, if I can get my other jobs done before the end of May.  So, I was in the local fabric shop and found this, lightweight curtain material I think it is,  Anyway, it was a piece just over a metre so I bought it and gthought it might make a little kimono jacket, a simplicity one that I bought at the Hobbycraft sale.

Do you think it would work?  I also picked up another piece of a similar fabric but it is smaller.  If these don't work I can always make cushion covers lol!  :vintage:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on May 20, 2017, 07:31:08 AM
Oooh Kimono jacket!!

When i was in my very early 20's I had a gorgeous handmade (not by me) black and white patterned reversible one that I literally wore to death....

mmnnn I wonder if there's a pattern for something like that?????
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: UttaRetch on May 20, 2017, 08:04:30 AM
(http://sewoverit.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Kimono-Jacket.jpg)

This is a pdf pattern (http://sewoverit.co.uk/product/kimono-jacket-sewing-pattern/).

(http://www.hobbycraft.co.uk/SupplyImages/606997_1000_1_340.jpg)

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on May 20, 2017, 08:22:38 AM
Thx UR

How does a PDF pattern work ... considering my printer only prints A4 ??

and if I made that does it promise that I will look like that ????  0_0
I googled patterns, they are really expensive aren't they?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: UttaRetch on May 20, 2017, 08:48:42 AM
I don't like pdf patterns because you have to factor in the cost of printing it and the tedium of sticking the pages together.  You could always take the file to a print shop and have it done on large sheets, though.  The Simplicity pattern costs more (https://www.sewessential.co.uk/misses-kimono-jackets-simplicity-sewing-pattern-1318), but this would be my preferred option.  If you do a google search for the Simplicity and then go 'shopping' there are cheaper options.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on May 20, 2017, 09:16:32 AM
You can't really go far wrong with kimono styles Imi, they're just rectangles, originally designed [like most really old, traditional clothes] to be minimal or zero waste as fabric weaving is expensive.

Nothing to fit, you'd only have to consider seam finishes so that the insides are neat too.  Go on, move towards the light!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: sewmuchmore on May 20, 2017, 09:25:06 AM
Have a look at this https://www.babble.com/style/easy-handmade-kimono/
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on May 20, 2017, 09:29:46 AM
Not very inspired or inspiring but I'm going to use this sewalong as an incentive to finally get round to making a summer dressing gown to replace the one that I made in the mid seventies that fell apart 5 years ago.  I'm using the same pattern (it cost 85p in those days!) which is a kimono style and I have found some fabric.  I will post pics later as the light is not good this morning. 

PS There are some lovely cotton fabrics on the http://www.japancrafts.co.uk/store/c1/Featured_Products.html site.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Snowgoose on May 20, 2017, 10:54:36 AM
Have a look at this https://www.babble.com/style/easy-handmade-kimono/

I wonder if I could manage this?  I have some lightweight, pretty red and white cotton.  It would be ideal as a pretty cover-up for walking the pooch on a sunny day  8).

Such beautiful Japanese fabrics in the links you're all giving, if only the pennies were available!!!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on May 20, 2017, 11:18:01 AM
Nothing to fit, you'd only have to consider seam finishes so that the insides are neat too

That's good and I do know how to (and have done ) French Seam!

When do we announce what we are going to (Try and ) make for this etc???
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on May 20, 2017, 12:06:08 PM
This is the pattern I bought at the Hobbycraft sale for £3.47.  I think with the 1 1/4 metres of that fabric I could manage view 'D'. 

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on May 20, 2017, 12:10:46 PM
OK after a lot of searching I've found it, so this is my main fabric and I'm thinking of using a forest green 2 tone taffeta to go with it and make some kind of daily use bag to glam up the shopping!
If I'm waffling it's cos I think I have to post 5 times to be in the sewalong - it's the devil being a newbie and not know what you're doing!!
Lizzielogs this is beautiful. And I love the bit of metallic.
 It will make a stunning bag.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on May 20, 2017, 12:12:04 PM
Oooh Kimono jacket!!

When i was in my very early 20's I had a gorgeous handmade (not by me) black and white patterned reversible one that I literally wore to death....

mmnnn I wonder if there's a pattern for something like that?????

That's it then Imi, you have to make a Kimono jacket  0_0  :vintage:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on May 20, 2017, 12:13:55 PM
I have these

(http://i.imgur.com/eVTOc8i.jpg)(http://i.imgur.com/CbAIfba.jpg)

two lenghths of 'Hanako' print fabric ex of Liberty's and read somewhere that the pattern is based on a Japanese design.  However, they are my preciousness and were never going to be cut plus I no longer sew anyway.
Pamela! These are lovely and infidelity Japanese inspired. So you do not want to cut into them>  Make an origami purse and matching bra. Then later you can unfold them, press them and still have the fabric!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on May 20, 2017, 12:29:22 PM
Have a look at this https://www.babble.com/style/easy-handmade-kimono/
I took a look at that link and  think I shall make a kimono this morning from some lovely silk that i have.
  Not for the contest, but because I like this poattern, I have the silk and it wil be protection all summer from AX.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on May 20, 2017, 12:35:13 PM
Thx UR

How does a PDF pattern work ... considering my printer only prints A4 ??

and if I made that does it promise that I will look like that ????  0_0
I googled patterns, they are really expensive aren't they?
There are good PDF patterns and terrible PDF patterns. I enjoy  taping them together. It is fun to watch the pattern take shape. If you live in an area where patterns are hard to come by PDF patterns are just a click and a roll of tape away!
 An excellent PDF pattern company is Lekala. You can input your measurements and receive in minutes a custom pattern and they are very inexpensive.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on May 20, 2017, 12:37:37 PM
Not very inspired or inspiring but I'm going to use this sewalong as an incentive to finally get round to making a summer dressing gown to replace the one that I made in the mid seventies that fell apart 5 years ago.  I'm using the same pattern (it cost 85p in those days!) which is a kimono style and I have found some fabric.  I will post pics later as the light is not good this morning. 

PS There are some lovely cotton fabrics on the http://www.japancrafts.co.uk/store/c1/Featured_Products.html site.
I make a new robe every ten years or so. that is how long the fabric lasts! A kimono robe would be perfect for this sewalong!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 20, 2017, 13:00:32 PM
I love sticking together PDF patterns because it's an excuse to watch television!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on May 20, 2017, 15:02:16 PM
I've got two possibilities for this sewalong.

1, I've found a free pattern on Craftsy for Turning Japanese Bag and I've got an off-cut/remnant of blue figured satin with butterflies which I think would make a nice evening bag.

2, I've got a metre of black, white and gold P&Q fabric printed with cranes but absolutely no idea as to what it could make.  Inspiration needed.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on May 20, 2017, 15:05:12 PM
Forgot to attach the piccies of the fabrics.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Snowgoose on May 20, 2017, 15:21:50 PM
That blue is just gorgeous!!  :loveit:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Snowgoose on May 20, 2017, 15:28:12 PM

2, I've got a metre of black, white and gold P&Q fabric printed with cranes but absolutely no idea as to what it could make.  Inspiration needed.

What about a lovely sewing machine cover?  Something like this http://blog.hobbycraft.co.uk/how-to-make-a-sewing-machine-cover/   8)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on May 20, 2017, 15:40:08 PM
That is a good idea :)

Caroline (aka  :vintage: 201) came with a bentwood cover but that doesn't slip on and off easily - the key has to be turned and where she sits the lock is right against the edge of a shelf, so it's being stored in the attic.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 20, 2017, 15:51:05 PM
I've got two possibilities for this sewalong.

1, I've found a free pattern on Craftsy for Turning Japanese Bag and I've got an off-cut/remnant of blue figured satin with butterflies which I think would make a nice evening bag.

2, I've got a metre of black, white and gold P&Q fabric printed with cranes but absolutely no idea as to what it could make.  Inspiration needed.

Why not make two and see how they go? You can choose which one to submit at the end.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on May 20, 2017, 16:57:11 PM
I've got two possibilities for this sewalong.

1, I've found a free pattern on Craftsy for Turning Japanese Bag and I've got an off-cut/remnant of blue figured satin with butterflies which I think would make a nice evening bag.

2, I've got a metre of black, white and gold P&Q fabric printed with cranes but absolutely no idea as to what it could make.  Inspiration needed.

You could make the suggested machine cover or what about a storage duo / trio - whatever??
http://www.thesewingdirectory.co.uk/handy-pouch-project/
http://www.thesewingdirectory.co.uk/fabric-storage-cube/

Sorry my brain doesn't compute garments just 'things'!!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on May 20, 2017, 17:52:54 PM
luuuurve your fabrics Brenda....Gorgeous.

Are we only allowed to make one thing then?, unlike the last competition?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BlueCat on May 20, 2017, 19:13:50 PM
If anyone is still looking for some Japanese fabric, Japan Crafts has some gorgeous fabrics. Katie goes to Japan several times a year to source the fabric herself. And her prices are the best I have come across (including her postage costs). 

I always have several of her fabrics in my stash, so I'm ready to join in the Japanese Sewalong
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 20, 2017, 19:19:58 PM
You can only submit one thing as your entry. The exception to this would be if the things you make somehow form a reasonable "set" of items. E.g, bag and purse set, cushion and quilt set, dress and jacket set.

You can of course make multiple things and chat about them during the sewalong, you'll just want to pick the one you want to submit as your entry at the end.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Snowgoose on May 20, 2017, 23:36:46 PM
You can't really go far wrong with kimono styles Imi, they're just rectangles, originally designed [like most really old, traditional clothes] to be minimal or zero waste as fabric weaving is expensive.

Nothing to fit, you'd only have to consider seam finishes so that the insides are neat too.  Go on, move towards the light!

Please can someone explain the best way to finish the seams on this http://lunenburgartist.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/plu-size-diy-kimono-sewing-without.html  I understand - I think - how French seams work but, how could these seams be neatened?  I don't have zig zag available nor overlocker (have yet to learn how to use).  I thought binding as I'd like the seams to look pretty and neat because I would like to turn this into a dressing gown for summer, but how to turn the corner under the arm?  I'm so sorry if this is a stupid question but I just can't see how to do it   -<  :(
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 21, 2017, 00:27:51 AM
Please can someone explain the best way to finish the seams on this http://lunenburgartist.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/plu-size-diy-kimono-sewing-without.html  I understand - I think - how French seams work but, how could these seams be neatened?  I don't have zig zag available nor overlocker (have yet to learn how to use).  I thought binding as I'd like the seams to look pretty and neat because I would like to turn this into a dressing gown for summer, but how to turn the corner under the arm?  I'm so sorry if this is a stupid question but I just can't see how to do it   -<  :(

The problem with binding is that it can add extra bulk, which is why it's not often used on thin, lightweight fabrics. But is there a reason you can't french seam it?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on May 21, 2017, 07:30:28 AM
This is my fabric.  It is a fine, closely woven cotton.  I had various others as possibilities but as soon as I saw this one I really liked it.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on May 21, 2017, 08:16:43 AM
Beautiful!

How do you Girls find these fabrics?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: UttaRetch on May 21, 2017, 08:41:49 AM
There is a big, wide fabric world beyond the darkside, Iminei.  ;)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on May 21, 2017, 09:09:26 AM
There seems to be a lot of interest in this sewalong...some lovely fabrics and ideas.

I'm hoping to make a kimono.

(http://i.imgur.com/v5gYGk1m.jpg)



 I bought several bolts of kimono fabric a few years ago, off Ebay, (proper stuff from Japan), and I'm hoping I don't get too much 'real' work in to ruin my plans.
(Someone has asked my friend for my number because they have 'some bridesmaids dresses' to alter....I hope they've found someone else to do them).

I've always fancied trying to make a kimono and this is my perfect chance to give it a go.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on May 21, 2017, 09:45:57 AM
Please can someone explain the best way to finish the seams on this http://lunenburgartist.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/plu-size-diy-kimono-sewing-without.html

There are several different ways of finishing seam allowances here (http://www.sewmamasew.com/2008/05/seam-finishes-simplified/).  A flat fell seam is possibly the option I would choose for a kimono.  It's often used on men's shirts.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Holly Berry on May 21, 2017, 14:23:02 PM
I'm hoping to participate in this sewalong.

However I just want to check it's within the rules. For a while now I have been making some Japanese blocks with the intention of turning them into a quilted jacket. I'm going to make a Haori, which I understand is a jacket/coat worn over a kimono. Like a kimono it's made up of rectangles. I've not yet sewn the blocks together and not therefore not done the quilting.

My query is am I allowed to quilt it before the start of the competition or is that considered starting too soon?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 21, 2017, 16:58:41 PM
I'm hoping to participate in this sewalong.

However I just want to check it's within the rules. For a while now I have been making some Japanese blocks with the intention of turning them into a quilted jacket. I'm going to make a Haori, which I understand is a jacket/coat worn over a kimono. Like a kimono it's made up of rectangles. I've not yet sewn the blocks together and not therefore not done the quilting.

My query is am I allowed to quilt it before the start of the competition or is that considered starting too soon?

I'm afraid it needs to be made entirely within the sewalong. No fabric cutting prior to the start date. I'm sorry!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Holly Berry on May 21, 2017, 17:14:15 PM
OK, I just thought that as it's effectively making my own fabric it might have been ok. It would be impossible to do it all from scratch within the time frame.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on May 21, 2017, 22:53:03 PM
I've got two possibilities for this sewalong.

1, I've found a free pattern on Craftsy for Turning Japanese Bag and I've got an off-cut/remnant of blue figured satin with butterflies which I think would make a nice evening bag.

2, I've got a metre of black, white and gold P&Q fabric printed with cranes but absolutely no idea as to what it could make.  Inspiration needed.

Decision made.  I'm going to make the bag because, as per Snowgoose's suggestion, I've spent much of today making a sewing machine cover using the cranes fabric.  The handles for the bag arrived yesterday along with some Vilene Decofil Light  (http://www.bag-clasps.co.uk/Vilene-Decovil-I-Light-0-5m--i730.htm) and some Vilene Style-Vil] (http://www.bag-clasps.co.uk/Vilene-Style-Vil-1m--i1222.htm) 

On close measuring there was just enough of each of these to make both bag and machine cover.  I've marked out the bag pieces to be sure - but haven't cut them.

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: UttaRetch on May 22, 2017, 09:00:57 AM
Brenda, your links are broken.  I have re-posted them here (http://www.bag-clasps.co.uk/Vilene-Style-Vil-1m--i1222.htm) and here (http://www.bag-clasps.co.uk/Vilene-Decovil-I-Light-0-5m--i730.htm).
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on May 22, 2017, 09:51:22 AM
Thank you. 

Don't know what I did wrong.  Maybe it was the sore finger from the hand quilting I did yesterday over the Style-Vil. 
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Holly Berry on May 22, 2017, 12:53:27 PM
Sadly I'm not going to be able to participate. I've hunted through my stash and don't have any other suitable fabric.

I will, if I may, still make my haori, and post my progress, either here or on a separate thread but not enter the competition.

I've made all the blocks, I've just got to sew them all together to make a single piece of fabric.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Pearl on May 22, 2017, 14:12:53 PM
Watching with interest, Holly.  I think your haori will be beautiful. <3
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Mama likes to make on May 22, 2017, 14:15:03 PM
I really must get my fabric out and see what I have enough for. I found three dress in DD's drawer made form it in different colours so who knows what's left. I loved it some much I bought some in all 5 colours I could find!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on May 25, 2017, 17:07:46 PM
Oh! OH! This is awesome!! I've had some silk (well, not really a japanese print, but flowery, so imma pretend it's japanese) and have been meaning to make something out of it for ages. I thought about a qipao spinoff, but that appears to be more chinese than japanese - would it count?!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on May 25, 2017, 17:30:16 PM
I thought about a qipao spinoff, but that appears to be more chinese than japanese - would it count?!

Nope!

Lol :fish: :devil:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 25, 2017, 21:39:36 PM
I'm afraid if it's obviously Chinese it wouldn't count!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on May 25, 2017, 21:57:56 PM
There you go bursting my bubble  :angry:
Well, I'm an ingorant fool and to me all asian things look...well, asian  0_0 I can't really tell which is chinese and which is japanese.
Would it help if I believed it was japanese?  8)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on May 25, 2017, 22:03:29 PM
Do all blck people look alike to you too? :devil: :devil:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 25, 2017, 22:08:50 PM
I'm afraid not even if you think it looks similar, we were hoping to really celebrate some of the lovely designs, artwork, and creativity to come out of Japan and I don't think substituting that for another country fits in with what we are trying to do.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on May 25, 2017, 22:23:29 PM
DementedFairy, I said things, not people :) quite a big difference there.
Well, kimono it is then. I'll have to build up the nerve for making a qipao some other time :ninja:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on May 25, 2017, 22:29:29 PM
Not for this sewalong of course, but I've had an Ao Dai pattern for yonks, and I'm itching to make one.  Got to work out how to say it first though, it definitely isn't A-O Dye
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on May 25, 2017, 22:32:45 PM
Google says ao zai/ao yai, depending on the region :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on May 25, 2017, 22:37:10 PM
Bit of googling later 'ow y-eye' seems closest, but it is regional.  I will have forgotten this by tomorrow of course :'(
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: PollyWally on May 26, 2017, 00:31:45 AM
Slightly off topic, but on a number of occasions my Chinese relative has been spoken to in Japanese by Japanese people mistaking his ethnic background. So it's not always obvious looking at someone whether they are Chinese or Japanese.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on May 27, 2017, 14:07:03 PM
PollyWally,
 Also,off topic, but relevant.
 Many years ago,  in the melting pot of Silicon Valley, I was having lunch with a Korean friend. A man came over and asked if she could translate a Japanese document.
She said, "I am Korean." He responded, "Well can you translate this anyway?" :devil:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lyn-J on May 29, 2017, 06:53:10 AM
If you google Japanese Embroidery I'm sure a lot of the things it comes up with are Chinese: Lions, Dragons and Willow Pattern?

Anyone going for the Harajuku look?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on May 30, 2017, 21:14:58 PM
Do we have to post the pic of our fabrics on the 1st June only, or can we post a few days after?

I have some fabric on order that I may possibly use to line my garment with and it won't be here until after the first of the month  :vintage:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 30, 2017, 22:25:30 PM
You only need to post photos at the end when you submit them to me. Of course, you're welcome to share in the thread beforehand but the official pictures are only needed at the end of the sewalong.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on May 30, 2017, 23:14:39 PM
You only need to post photos at the end when you submit them to me. Of course, you're welcome to share in the thread beforehand but the official pictures are only needed at the end of the sewalong.

Ok thanks Fran  :)  I thought I read somewhere, can't find it now, that a photo of the fabric to be posted then another of the part made piece?  Then the final photo.  :vintage:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on May 31, 2017, 06:34:16 AM
Ok thanks Fran  :)  I thought I read somewhere, can't find it now, that a photo of the fabric to be posted then another of the part made piece?  Then the final photo.  :vintage:
LOL I thought I'd read that as well - glad you found out Lilian else I would be posting next week too!!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Zigzag on May 31, 2017, 08:59:21 AM
This is my fabric  :flower:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 31, 2017, 09:33:39 AM
It says in the rules that you should submit a photo of the fabric, an "in-construction" picture, and the final piece. But you submit these as part of your entry, for which the deadline is end of the month.

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You must submit at least three pictures; one of your uncut fabric, one of mid-construction, and one of the finished garment. (These pics needs to be submitted at the end, so they don't have to be posted in-thread unless you want to share).
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on May 31, 2017, 13:35:34 PM
It says in the rules that you should submit a photo of the fabric, an "in-construction" picture, and the final piece. But you submit these as part of your entry, for which the deadline is end of the month.

Thank you Fran, I couldn't find where the rules were posted :\ I was looking at the first post on this thread  :S

 :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 31, 2017, 13:50:18 PM
Thank you Fran, I couldn't find where the rules were posted :\ I was looking at the first post on this thread  :S

 :)

The first post in this thread has a section titled "rules".
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on May 31, 2017, 13:56:56 PM
  :S I can't read......  lol  :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on May 31, 2017, 20:32:24 PM
I've got a Japanese pattern book (simple dresses and tops etc) knocking about. Haven't attempted anything from it as it's clothes and I do quilts, but might be nice to have a go!

Just need some fabric and some tracing paper for the patterns (any recommendations for tracing?) and will guess as to how to construct as it's all in Japanese and I'm not sure my Japanese friends will appreciate the cry for help to translate a dressmaking pattern - unless I trade it for an "I'll make you something out of the book" favour!

Now would I need Japanese fabric to qualify? As it is an actual japanese pattern book, so Japanese patterns? Or can I use a non Japanese fabric. I'll have to buy fabric either way, but I've found Japanese fabric (or even J inspired) is extra ££s...
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on May 31, 2017, 20:39:55 PM
Now would I need Japanese fabric to qualify? As it is an actual japanese pattern book, so Japanese patterns? Or can I use a non Japanese fabric. I'll have to buy fabric either way, but I've found Japanese fabric (or even J inspired) is extra ££s...

Nope, just the connection with using the Japanese pattern is enough :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on May 31, 2017, 20:40:26 PM
It just has to be inspired by Japanese stuff.  And I still haven't started.  Too late now for the white sewalong, I'm really dragging my heels!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on May 31, 2017, 21:04:00 PM
Great!

I saw some gorgeous Japanese stuff with the beautiful sashiko stars dots in soft orange, purple and yellow on a pale mint green background. Expensive though!

I'll look for some sort of cotton (?) for one of the dress thingies. I'm not sure what fabric it's supposed to use as it's all in Japanese.

I'll have to take a picture of the patterns for you guys. Very economical. Also no seam allowances on Japanese patterns (you'll see why with the photo) so I'll have to add those in.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 01, 2017, 08:50:09 AM
Do we get a lovely Japanese banner under our posts Fran ???

Ok here is my hope for this.......

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/8sYtBGoNNyR4Au5oQAU-mdaFcbxlN0y1pEuBPmFmhtmBYRKVVqEIYgzQi0X4T6iyV0RcwGrP9OuIujQxcr7GlrpLhC0R1FJwUW1K603yA-2DaSTFEXjlo7ZsBE_xhv9-dYwWJ0t2_1fo-8DRh9CeqsRD8Y0tG_FcdJFs-EuAwU0SJqRZvZ7oYYoq2jVxb-QfUOtlO-BM-wy7yh6VZHCa5t6IYvqEC8XR15iSPnJorP6rzPJOZ0sKCVq3ot2N4drTm0ncLGNSg8wNeezjLKgVmUAmaab7Xa8H3ahVM416b_pCSmWdb-w7qaISoLqxwFkk2G3lA9_WPBsOi7ETWmQ2lBtEfg9GNmWL2Pa5VwHZEMUM08Sbs8bE54RMsmmKUpAVtFLOZ2_1DUo7IoWJO1T_HqXgntvB9MiDwnH8cdqfTq18J60N1uKZecVymPebTbfBEvYHdDjH3UVPRMXZA0IbfR2VoplqS1A3DoZq0qr2wc5UXer7dvu_DvBwwShUAjF6FWEry2NOgQ-hxFI2PNL50UL2RuFOmybpXAIQhNrAyOQkFDTL4uyR2gH0R9SZH9qU4zq3-LczgaHcr6VKfaiHl_caXDm070OEhl8QlDUtEm7lOaIIpDmzBHOhQpJBbuHn8YNqxRyrvwRssxcvknBVwKw2G9OOjtrUWmI4=w590-h789-no)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/d3wXbvt3JzHeNA209V3MMhvXbD6KzgwEiiJ535cDxLWvILGmvjavL9ViIqyjsayK_yjTbHqHbVX1xj08jhvGP4epaRFnOYqIWXB-e1ak__XKfWW8E4LusqEMRga4JtTDejinIGrYbZJ2KDVFEpxt4QifQ1df-tsWk_qunjRRRAkybOvnRz7eArla6q384MAVk2XWEMcmzNvbEltEuKdRS56q8krJXoUynubWiYCSe7BjFwZCE0NbOwU-yloRGFQROJqa2vK-TWP89TKkQ9jz1yXrV1tX0RX18ItXkUC-OL-AvEGzfMGqCS3XfnXuVbWLsg8NKpCYEy8UHmXPQa_E4i5arkZZfDsADOv8VTgPe47q6yNOC69SOW_CDmr0_JwBzc0JSZC9C24i_A8iNc_OFiH9NDtI96kSUcWoP0Ljjw83oTxzWZyEAUhsl4GGxNH1OhcHpP0I2z9ckwhqAcWVO-4LbSFIbx5YfQugsTGjpVX9S7cQtLXKm0OacUOpb30xubX9F8F8AHGOJrQlDEVcExp185hi9TIQIqNVlesP2D4sPIWSmuRrdNEz1qeVdtcdHH6js4vqPmL8xX1S6v4TMkiKrxtTEa8hha9FARL-cdlkhRs9ypFLoTqZoOu1ARoJLCN2unc-nXLrBPo69SbSQSTduGQNaoQ8vRVY=w1057-h789-no)


I will be needing huge help with this as I have a great Fear of Floppy Fabric !
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on June 01, 2017, 09:11:02 AM
Yes I will make one soon for everyone to use :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 01, 2017, 09:33:51 AM
Google wouldn't connect to your photo Iminei :(
I'm hopefully going to give this a sewalong a try too :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 01, 2017, 12:03:00 PM
DMoG you people who make clothing are SO talented - I have had some unmitigated disasters and now the thought scares the pants off me!!  :S
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lyn-J on June 01, 2017, 17:23:31 PM
Don't know what to make with my fabric, I've always thought skirt, but now I'm not so sure.
I have a found a long forgotten about second fabric that I might make a bag out of (sew-along, of course).
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 01, 2017, 19:54:02 PM
Do we get a lovely Japanese banner under our posts Fran ???

Ok here is my hope for this.......

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/8sYtBGoNNyR4Au5oQAU-mdaFcbxlN0y1pEuBPmFmhtmBYRKVVqEIYgzQi0X4T6iyV0RcwGrP9OuIujQxcr7GlrpLhC0R1FJwUW1K603yA-2DaSTFEXjlo7ZsBE_xhv9-dYwWJ0t2_1fo-8DRh9CeqsRD8Y0tG_FcdJFs-EuAwU0SJqRZvZ7oYYoq2jVxb-QfUOtlO-BM-wy7yh6VZHCa5t6IYvqEC8XR15iSPnJorP6rzPJOZ0sKCVq3ot2N4drTm0ncLGNSg8wNeezjLKgVmUAmaab7Xa8H3ahVM416b_pCSmWdb-w7qaISoLqxwFkk2G3lA9_WPBsOi7ETWmQ2lBtEfg9GNmWL2Pa5VwHZEMUM08Sbs8bE54RMsmmKUpAVtFLOZ2_1DUo7IoWJO1T_HqXgntvB9MiDwnH8cdqfTq18J60N1uKZecVymPebTbfBEvYHdDjH3UVPRMXZA0IbfR2VoplqS1A3DoZq0qr2wc5UXer7dvu_DvBwwShUAjF6FWEry2NOgQ-hxFI2PNL50UL2RuFOmybpXAIQhNrAyOQkFDTL4uyR2gH0R9SZH9qU4zq3-LczgaHcr6VKfaiHl_caXDm070OEhl8QlDUtEm7lOaIIpDmzBHOhQpJBbuHn8YNqxRyrvwRssxcvknBVwKw2G9OOjtrUWmI4=w590-h789-no)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/d3wXbvt3JzHeNA209V3MMhvXbD6KzgwEiiJ535cDxLWvILGmvjavL9ViIqyjsayK_yjTbHqHbVX1xj08jhvGP4epaRFnOYqIWXB-e1ak__XKfWW8E4LusqEMRga4JtTDejinIGrYbZJ2KDVFEpxt4QifQ1df-tsWk_qunjRRRAkybOvnRz7eArla6q384MAVk2XWEMcmzNvbEltEuKdRS56q8krJXoUynubWiYCSe7BjFwZCE0NbOwU-yloRGFQROJqa2vK-TWP89TKkQ9jz1yXrV1tX0RX18ItXkUC-OL-AvEGzfMGqCS3XfnXuVbWLsg8NKpCYEy8UHmXPQa_E4i5arkZZfDsADOv8VTgPe47q6yNOC69SOW_CDmr0_JwBzc0JSZC9C24i_A8iNc_OFiH9NDtI96kSUcWoP0Ljjw83oTxzWZyEAUhsl4GGxNH1OhcHpP0I2z9ckwhqAcWVO-4LbSFIbx5YfQugsTGjpVX9S7cQtLXKm0OacUOpb30xubX9F8F8AHGOJrQlDEVcExp185hi9TIQIqNVlesP2D4sPIWSmuRrdNEz1qeVdtcdHH6js4vqPmL8xX1S6v4TMkiKrxtTEa8hha9FARL-cdlkhRs9ypFLoTqZoOu1ARoJLCN2unc-nXLrBPo69SbSQSTduGQNaoQ8vRVY=w1057-h789-no)


I will be needing huge help with this as I have a great Fear of Floppy Fabric !


I just love  :loveit: that pattern.  Can't wait to see it made up.  Where did you get it, I would like a copy?   :vintage: :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 01, 2017, 20:48:08 PM
During my Menopausal and Capri Pants folly last Summer, I decided I could sew clothes and, as I had put on a hideous amount of weight round the boobs and tum (bloody menopause), Draping was the way to go!

I remembered the Japanese challenge from the GBSB and sought out the book; I believe this is the very pattern...
but now they have printed the books in English, so less fathoming out is required.
The patterns come with the book...but are all printed on the same sheet so you have to suss out which lines to copy.

If you like Lilian, after the full-out force five meltdown and hissy fit, which results in my screwing the in progress article into a wedge shaped ball and throwing it in the bin, I shall send you the traced out pattern pieces!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 01, 2017, 21:39:42 PM
During my Menopausal and Capri Pants folly last Summer, I decided I could sew clothes and, as I had put on a hideous amount of weight round the boobs and tum (bloody menopause), Draping was the way to go!

I remembered the Japanese challenge from the GBSB and sought out the book; I believe this is the very pattern...
but now they have printed the books in English, so less fathoming out is required.
The patterns come with the book...but are all printed on the same sheet so you have to suss out which lines to copy.

If you like Lilian, after the full-out force five meltdown and hissy fit, which results in my screwing the in progress article into a wedge shaped ball and throwing it in the bin, I shall send you the traced out pattern pieces!


I thought I had seen it before on GBSB but didn't know it was their one!

I will try to get a copy but if not I would love to have a traced copy - thank you!   :)


PS. Imi, I'm sure you will make a brilliant job, slowly and thoughtfully you will be so proud of it :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 01, 2017, 22:54:21 PM
Here is my fabric, just over a metre, a one off piece, and some burnout poly cotton for lining.  The pattern will be one of the short ones - not sure which.  :) :vintage:  I haven't read the pattern yet but think I will need a contrast fabric for the front band.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 01, 2017, 23:27:52 PM
I do like that fabric  :fabric: and the burn-out pattern on the lining goes so well with the embroidered flowers  :flower: :flower:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 01, 2017, 23:30:40 PM
I've made a start with my bag; got it all cut out this evening. :snip: :snip: :snip:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 02, 2017, 08:32:34 AM
Sorry Lilian, I've misled you.

Yes  it was on GBSB (I think), but it wasn't their pattern ...
it comes from a Japanese book from the Drape Drape Series (I think this is number 2)

When they used it on GBSB, the destructions were in Japanese, so added jeopardy, now they have printed the books in English, but for me with no (real) knowledge of proper sewing it may as well still be in Japanese.

Imself is on a boating jolly to France and back, so I have all weekend to myself (though after my takeaway curry slid down the bin door last night, a proper clean of the kitchen might have some priority)

I think I'm off to scour T'internet for Tuts on how to sew Floppy fabric.....
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 02, 2017, 11:33:49 AM
I have more inspiration- I remembered these beauties, bought a while back, stored and forgotten.  Now what shall I use them on?  I have several

(http://i.imgur.com/DE2GPXK.jpg)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on June 02, 2017, 11:35:26 AM
Back of a shirt!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 02, 2017, 12:14:47 PM
I still can't choose between 2 patterns. One is cotton but with sleevies!
One wants rayon and invisible zip (but no sleevies).
Both need facings and interfacing.

I was going to use the cotton fabric from abakhans as its nice and cheap and I won't feel bad using it as a toile/not toile :p also bright colours.

The dusky blue for sleevies pattern and that and the royal blue for non sleevies pattern. Because slippy rayon might be too much for me to handle!

Need some help choosing though!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on June 02, 2017, 12:28:31 PM
I prefer the pleaty bodice one.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 02, 2017, 12:34:05 PM
The one with sleevies!
I like it too. But I have never done sleevies.  :S
Bust darts help with fit right?

Also pockets!

I'm hoping neither will swamp me as I am small.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 02, 2017, 12:40:25 PM
The one with sleevies!
I like it too. But I have never done sleevies.  :S
Bust darts help with fit right?

Also pockets!

I'm hoping neither will swamp me as I am small.

Sleevils are easy- and with that shape, I'd even put them in the easier way, before sewing side seams.  There's no gathering, little shaping, should work fine.

THey are very smocky though, and high necked, which could result in it looking like a LOT of fabric in a small area.  If busty, the effect is magnified.  I'd at least lower the neckline, and consider sewing some of the tucks/pleats whatever a little further down, to avoid ballooning over the belly.


Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on June 02, 2017, 12:51:34 PM
Sleeves are easy providing there isn't excess ease in the cap.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 02, 2017, 12:56:31 PM
According to my japanese friends, it's all about layering or belts ;) so not too bad, they all wear similar stuff a lot. Maybe I've just been acclimatised! The more smock type one a friend wears (similar design) with jumpers and vest tops over in the autumn and spring.

I was going to try and pull the sleevies one in under the bust for a bit more shape round the waist, and with the other one push the neckline down - I have a top with a similar neckline that works quite nicely, but the neckline is just over the cleavage.

Thought both quite easy on the construction side, so nice ease into making of clothes!

You can put sleevies in before side seams?!  :S  Sleevies are scary!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 02, 2017, 13:02:36 PM
For sleeves without much shaping in the armscye, or gathers, it's common to fit the sleeve in flat, and then sew side seam and sleeve seam in one pass.  This is particularly used in knits.

Fitting more shaped sleeves honestly isn't hard, you match notches, draw up gathers, pin like crazy, and of you go.  Nowt to it.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 02, 2017, 13:06:47 PM
The armscye is the underneath the armhole bit right?

Knowing my luck I'd sew the sleevie shut if I added it in first!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 02, 2017, 13:09:58 PM
The armscye is the whole curve of where you put the sleeve onto the bodice.  It's much easier to do flat, although as I said, it's not hard to do 'in the round' wither.  that's what the free arm on your machine s for!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on June 02, 2017, 13:11:31 PM
Or in my case you pin, pin, pin, pin some more, ease, pin, cry, curse Simplicity and their poofy sleeves, pin another pin in the pin, decide that you'll collapse the sleeve cap next time and then sew it all with puckers, unpick the bits that have puckered, smooth out those bits and say eff it that's good enough.

I'm not selling this am I.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 02, 2017, 13:14:00 PM
 :o :S

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 02, 2017, 13:14:20 PM
lol who cares about puckers?  Honestly, no one gives a toss in the real world...being a perfectionist just causes pain!  Join me in don't give a toss land, and wear your puckers with pride.  In fact, PUCKER UP!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Holly Berry on June 02, 2017, 13:30:34 PM
I've noticed more and more woven pattern instructions are for putting sleeves in flat.

I also sew the armsyce on top and allow the feed dogs to gather the sleeve head. You don't have to use as many pins!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on June 02, 2017, 18:37:15 PM
I have more inspiration- I remembered these beauties, bought a while back, stored and forgotten.  Now what shall I use them on?  I have several

(http://i.imgur.com/DE2GPXK.jpg)
I just did this:
(http://i.imgur.com/Obbv5iM.jpg?1l)
 You could do a pant leg. Back of shirt, a sleeve.
Until I have worked up the nerve to cut into my embroidered fabric, I am working on this:
(http://i.imgur.com/VMaElVu.jpgl)
I am making it in black with the red motif that I scribbled on. Oops getting off topic!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 02, 2017, 18:41:27 PM
How childish am I ??  :| :D :D I giggle to myself everytime someone from North America uses the word "pants " instead of trousers... and Aussies use "thongs" for flip flops ......you think I'd know better at my age, but I can't help myself  :devil:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Acorn on June 02, 2017, 18:51:27 PM
Me too Lowena.  We'll just have to sit at the back of the class and snigger.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on June 02, 2017, 18:51:54 PM
How childish am I ??  :| :D :D I giggle to myself everytime someone from North America uses the word "pants " instead of trousers... and Aussies use "thongs" for flip flops ......you think I'd know better at my age, but I can't help myself  :devil:
Well I used the word  "thongs" for flip-flops until the dental floss style panties were named that!
Jumpers are NOT sweaters. And what are "the mews"?

I LOVE the term "High Street",  sounds so Agatha Christie.
And you may recall the famous line from My Fair Lady when the professor is talking about English:
"...America...they haven't used it in years..."

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 02, 2017, 18:59:24 PM
lol who cares about puckers?  Honestly, no one gives a toss in the real world...being a perfectionist just causes pain!  Join me in don't give a toss land, and wear your puckers with pride.  In fact, PUCKER UP!
I fell from my chair laughing :D :D
They say perfect is the enemy of done and boy, don't I know it!
Just wanted to ask something a bit off topic but related to the sleeves discussion.
When is a more rounded sleeve cap appropriate and when is a more flat one ok? I've been reading/watching videos on sleeves in the last few days, and still couldn't find an answer. Might just have to sew in two different sleeves on a bodice to see what the difference is.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 02, 2017, 19:02:08 PM
Mews a row of houses or flats which have been converted from a stable block, or built to look like they have  ;)
Don't get me started on "fanny pack" or I'll choke  :devil:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 02, 2017, 19:04:30 PM
Dunno missus- I'd say a dropped or wide shoulder line gets a flatter sleeve head, but it's a style choice isn't it?  As long as the thing fits round your shoulder joint, and allows movement, all is good.  Of course, THIS is best

(http://i.imgur.com/qc3yWs3.jpg)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Tamnymore on June 02, 2017, 19:05:17 PM
But what about the expression "that's pants" to say that something isn't very good? "That's trousers" just sounds.. well.. pants!  :devil:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 02, 2017, 19:10:32 PM
Been scrolling through this thread and there's not much going on about the Japanese Sewathon in it (apart from DF's beautiful embroidered whatevertheyares)

Can we please keep to topic?!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 02, 2017, 19:16:12 PM
Sorry! Didn't mean to throw everyone off so much with the sleeves!

How many people are using a Japanese pattern and how many are using Japanese/inspired fabric?

I know Imi and I are using Japanese patterns, but I'm not using Japanese fabric...
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Tamnymore on June 02, 2017, 19:19:02 PM
Ooops sorry miss ...muttering pants, pants, pants as she exits stage left.  :devil:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 02, 2017, 21:10:21 PM
My fabric is, well I think it is, Japanese inspired.  The pattern is a Simplicity Kimono pattern.  Hopefully that is enough.  :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 02, 2017, 21:36:32 PM
Or in my case you pin, pin, pin, pin some more, ease, pin, cry, curse Simplicity and their poofy sleeves, pin another pin in the pin, decide that you'll collapse the sleeve cap next time and then sew it all with puckers, unpick the bits that have puckered, smooth out those bits and say eff it that's good enough.


I nearly always do set-in sleeves with lots and lots of pins at right angles to the sewing line, but very seldom feel the need to gather with thread.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lyn-J on June 02, 2017, 21:37:11 PM
Or in my case you pin, pin, pin, pin some more, ease, pin, cry, curse
tacking really helps set in sleeves

(that's another one - basting is something you do to chickens)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on June 02, 2017, 21:38:02 PM
My fabric is Japanese inspired. I am making a duster. A loose fitting 3/4 length  buttonless coat with loose sleeves.
This fabric would be too stiff for a kimono and also kimonos are just too boxy for my shape.
I am working up the nerve to cut into it!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 02, 2017, 21:38:17 PM
tacking really helps set in sleeves

(that's another one - basting is something you do to chickens)

I think there's actually some arcane technical difference...not sure what though!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 02, 2017, 21:40:57 PM
My pattern is called Japanese turning bag and the fabric looks vaguely Japanese, satin with lots of Jacquard woven butterflies.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 02, 2017, 21:46:50 PM
Satin?! Wow. And here I am shying away from rayon!

Looking forward to seeing progress from everyone. And I'm regretting not making a quilted bag with Japanese designs!

But I will make a dress thingy. Or at least attempt one.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lyn-J on June 02, 2017, 22:05:49 PM
Now I've got a "Turning Japanese" earworm!
How long ago was that?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 02, 2017, 22:15:08 PM
Of course you know what that means in this context? :devil: :devil: :devil:


https://youtu.be/IWWwM2wwMww (https://youtu.be/IWWwM2wwMww)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 03, 2017, 07:07:38 AM
https://youtu.be/IWWwM2wwMww (https://youtu.be/IWWwM2wwMww)


1980


 :devil:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Zigzag on June 03, 2017, 08:28:42 AM
This tune made my day.  Was I really once a young 23 yesr old . . . <3
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Zigzag on June 03, 2017, 08:41:20 AM
Happy Japanese sewing  :flower:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 03, 2017, 10:50:00 AM
Disaster!

There's not enough of the lovely dusky blue cotton to make anything :(

Going to have to find a different fabric. Might go for the royal blue cotton or one of the greens.

But, I had a look on the abakhans website and have seen some lovely fabric, but it's chiffon. I assume that means slippy and somewhat sheer? But how sheer? and how difficult to sew? Here it is https://www.abakhan.co.uk/fabric/dressmaking/polyester-prints-plains/abstract-polyester/spray-print-silky-chiffon-fabric-multi-144cm.html

My tracing paper should arrive soon, so I'm sorting out all of the extras so I can get cutting and sewing once I've got my pattern sorted!

Also, depending on how well I get on, I might make both patterns, nothing like practice! And if they go wrong, then I can cut them up and use the fabric in a quilt ;)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BajaSusana on June 03, 2017, 14:43:31 PM
Gorgeous fabric Syrinx!
If you are cuting slippery fabric. Lay some tissue paper on your cutting mat. then layout the fabric. The tissue keeps the fabric in line. You can even sew through it if you have to!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 03, 2017, 16:54:33 PM
I have ordered some fabric from Cotton Patch and hope to begin my project next week  :ninja:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 03, 2017, 17:41:36 PM
Thanks. Can I use my normal needles for "silky chiffon" or do I need different ones.

And how sheer do you think it would be?

Can you put patch pockets on chiffon? Or invisible zip? Does it need lining? All these basic questions, so sorry!

It's so pretty but maybe it's a bit much for me!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 03, 2017, 17:47:32 PM
Chiffon can be sheer, or semi sheer, so lining it will depend on what you want.  The last chiffon garment I made, I lined the body with habotai.
Microtex needles are good, nice and fine. I hand sewed mine, to save faff, and it was faster than I thought.  French seams are usually advisable, and I would baste rather than pin because...pin holes!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 03, 2017, 17:54:22 PM
Basting is with thread though? Or is it sticky spray?

French seam  :S I'll have to look that up  :S

It said silky, a different one said sheer, so maybe it's not too bad. Might be good for the second pattern, cotton top bit and then chiffon drop, might be nice to wear over jeans so not quite so blocky if you can sort of see through?

And could you put an invisible zip in without a lining?

I'm not sure about this stuff, I hardly ever buy clothes and tend to live in breeches and polo tops!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 03, 2017, 18:05:13 PM
I'd be wary of zips, but I suppose you could.  I hate invisible zips!

And basting and tacking are the same thing essentially https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tack_(sewing) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tack_(sewing))
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 03, 2017, 18:07:27 PM
WOW ZZ ... thats cool!! Dd you make it ???
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 04, 2017, 11:10:58 AM
I've looked out this fabric to make my kimono.

(http://i.imgur.com/1GMTKHwl.jpg)

I've been sensibly reading the instructions properly before I cut it. 8)

The Folkwear pattern will make an informal, unlined yukata. I have a choice of sleeve, but I'm going for the smaller length, or is it width?... one.

I'm hoping I'll have the time to do this. I have a few bridesmaids dresses in at the moment and I never know what else is going to arrive which will have to take priority.

The fabric is a synthetic? authentic Japanese kimono bolt, measuring 14 1/2" wide x just under 12 metres long, which I've had about 5 years...it's a bit stiff.

I'll also need to make a simple obi sash in contrast fabric to tie around the waist...but I'll see how this goes before I get onto that.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 04, 2017, 13:44:06 PM
That looks really lovely!

I was hoping someone would do a kimono - I'm really looking forward to seeing how you progress :)

I've jumped in and bought the silky chiffon, and matched it with the royal blue cotton to make the second pattern dress. I also bought an invisible zip but skipped the hook and eye as they annoy me. I have also researched french seams and I think I can do those :) Something that has popped up is chiffon can catch on the feed dogs??? And that I should be using a straight stitch foot? I have a WF because of all the P&Q and can drop the dogs, would really love some of your experience!

I also found some clearance Liberty cotton with a little pattern on it for using on the first pattern (with the pleats and pockets). And it was not very much money, especially for a Liberty. No idea how it's going to look in person though, as it could be a bit garish.

I'm feeling committed now!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 04, 2017, 16:33:47 PM
Thanks, Syrinx.  :)

I've cut my pattern tissue out and I've learned that I will need to cut the fabric out to the largest size...in this case 'Large Man'.

(http://i.imgur.com/Gl1WQ2Jl.jpg)

You then stitch your kimono to the size you need and keep all the turnings in the seams.

I've been rummaging through my stuff and have found a kimono with big seams.

(http://i.imgur.com/SmsVOAol.jpg)

This is a beautifully made kimono which I bought some time ago. All the seams and hems are hand stitched with the neatest, tiniest stitches. It's lovely.

Sandra.
xxx



Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 05, 2017, 11:41:30 AM
Please Help!!!!

My mojo has upped and gone...

Downcast with the Drape Drape Debacle that is now languishing unhemmed and unnecklined on a hanger,
I am now at a loss as what to make for this Competition ??

I'm loathe to cut into the lovely blue fabric to make that hideous Drape Drape thing ... but have no knowledge as what I can make with just over a metre of blue floppiness!

Why the hell did I think I could sew??? stupid stupid b***** !!!  :( :S :'(

Sorry, I'll take my black hole of a mood somewhere else...bye  (stomps off!)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on June 05, 2017, 11:45:21 AM
Im you picked a quite difficult pattern. Japanese patterns are very often complex and a lot of people don't sew them at all (I certainly never would!) The Japanese task on the Sewing Bee was one of the hardest!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 05, 2017, 11:49:35 AM
Hmmm...... you have that "negative, can't do " hat on again....and after all the rollickings you gave me  :P
You can sew. You can make garments - what about all those lovely waistcoats you used to make. They were very accomplished, must have been if you sold them.
Your p and q is very detailed  and accurate, so.....pull on your "big girl knickers" and make us a wonderful Japanese inspired top. You are small and slim and anything will look gorgeous on you......................as Nike would say....just do it or I'll be up to deepest darkest Dorset before you can blink....my broomstick is oiled,primed and ready to go  :ninja:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 05, 2017, 12:03:27 PM
Why don't you get some complimentary fabric (a slightly lighter large pattern batik?) that will work in case you don't have enough.

Why not try something with the big kimono type sleeves? I know there are "kimono blouses" as one of my Japanese friends lived in them 2 summers ago. Modern, as fitted as you like as they wrap, and they looked fairly simple to make as the fitting is all in the neckline and the wrap.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 05, 2017, 12:17:59 PM
Imi, you are not the only one who is struggling with this Japanese theme.  My bag has gone horribly pear shaped :angry:

I bought the proper handles (https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/151793873/a-pair-3-12-inch-inner-diameter-gold?ref=shop_home_active_5&amp%3Bga_search_query=oval%2Bhandle&source=aw&awc=6091_1496659739_4af9d241bef52fc19870ffb419a5f6ca&utm_source=affiliate_window&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=uk_location_buyer&utm_content=258957) which each have four tiny blunt ended screws to hold the front and back together.  There was no way that I could get the tiny things through the fabric and the Style-Vi (http://www.bag-clasps.co.uk/Vilene-Style-Vil-1m--i1222.htm)l which alone is thicker than the screws. :ninja: :ninja:

Plan B
Use bias binding instead of the handles.  I have several metres of gold lamé in the stash - DD acquired a whole bolt of it to make several dance costumes and they didn't want the leftovers back, then it came to me to make some bunting....
Well the bias bound handles in the You-tube tut looked ropey, mine are even worse :devil: :ninja: 

Plan C
Cut off the top of the bag and try to get some sort of zip closing into it, but I'm not sure that would work as usually zips have to go in first, not last.

If that doesn't work it will be

Plan D
Rubbish bin, which will be a shame because the fabric (http://thesewingplace.org.uk/index.php/topic,1033.60.html) is really nice.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 05, 2017, 12:18:21 PM
Please Help!!!!

My mojo has upped and gone...

Downcast with the Drape Drape Debacle that is now languishing unhemmed and unnecklined on a hanger,
I am now at a loss as what to make for this Competition ??

I'm loathe to cut into the lovely blue fabric to make that hideous Drape Drape thing ... but have no knowledge as what I can make with just over a metre of blue floppiness!

Why the hell did I think I could sew??? stupid stupid b***** !!!  :( :S :'(

Sorry, I'll take my black hole of a mood somewhere else...bye  (stomps off!)



......................... and breathe xx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 05, 2017, 12:23:46 PM
Imi, you are not the only one who is struggling with this Japanese theme.  My bag has gone horribly pear shaped :angry:

I bought the proper handles (https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/151793873/a-pair-3-12-inch-inner-diameter-gold?ref=shop_home_active_5&amp%3Bga_search_query=oval%2Bhandle&source=aw&awc=6091_1496659739_4af9d241bef52fc19870ffb419a5f6ca&utm_source=affiliate_window&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=uk_location_buyer&utm_content=258957) which eac have four tiny blunt ended screws to hold the front and back together.  There was no way that I could get the tiny things through the fabric and the Style-Vi (http://www.bag-clasps.co.uk/Vilene-Style-Vil-1m--i1222.htm)l which alone is thicker than the screws. :ninja: :ninja:

Plan B
Use bias binding instead of the handles.  I have several metres of gold lamé in the stash - DD acquried a whole bolt of it to make several dance costumes and they didn't want the leftovers back, then it came to me to make some bunting....
Well the bias bound handles in the You-tube tut looked ropey, mine are even worse :devil: :ninja: 

Plan C
Cut off the top of the bag and try to get some sort of zip closing into it, but I'm not sure that would work as usually zips have to go in first, not last.

If that doesn't work it will be

Plan D
Rubbish bin, which will be a shame because the fabric (http://thesewingplace.org.uk/index.php/topic,1033.60.html) is really nice.

OMG Brenda don't!!
I still have to even think of a pattern for my bag and I don't have a plan A yet!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 05, 2017, 13:05:55 PM
See...see...see...it isn't just me who feels like giving in and giving up. I feel vindicated at last!  :P
I'm still waiting for my fabric to arrive.
I thought of a bag Brenda, but those handles put me off.
Not sure what I'll make yet  -<
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Snowgoose on June 05, 2017, 13:52:33 PM
Iminei, could you make a simple wrap to wear over a T-shirt or swimsuit?  I love this 'pattern' - it looks nice and simple, it's on my wish list of makes for when I have time and can buy fabric  :) http://www.oilandblue.com/2012/09/craft-this-easy-to-sew-no-pattern-comfy.html

I agree with Lowena, if you made waistcoats to sell then you can absolutely :thread:!  Cup of  :drink: and  :cake: then  :snip:  :pin: :sew:  :D

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 05, 2017, 13:59:51 PM
Thanks Guys, I'll recover somehow ... just peed me right off!

I'll try and get my neighbour to take a pic of my gargantuan carcass squeezed into it!

I would like to make a kimono style jacket (a bit like this one, but more kimonoey)  but I haven't got
A) enough fabric
or B) the right kind of fabric!

(http://thesewingplace.org.uk/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=1320.0;attach=2619;image)
(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ALE8G-SkVnQ/WTNBtkiDZ4I/AAAAAAAABpc/ymGdaAIdrLsmo_JKVjh7FaHgQm3CD8HuwCLcB/s1600/IMG_5354.JPG)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 05, 2017, 14:31:02 PM
Here's the pattern for that :)
https://www.craftsy.com/sewing/patterns/off-the-grid-vest/240747

I love the version you've posted and I saw it this morning when I logged on. Lovely.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Snowgoose on June 05, 2017, 15:54:49 PM
Here's the pattern for that :)
https://www.craftsy.com/sewing/patterns/off-the-grid-vest/240747

I love the version you've posted and I saw it this morning when I logged on. Lovely.

Thank you so much for posting this!  Just had a look at the other patterns for sale from this lady and love the Zephyr jacket, definitely now on my 'must-make-one-day' list  8)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 05, 2017, 16:28:37 PM
I've made a boo boo on tracing one of my patterns. I didn't leave enough space for a seam allowance on one side. Oh good grief seam allowances for clothing is ginormous! What do you do with it all?
What's waong with a 1/4 or 1/8 inch? Why do I need so much?!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on June 05, 2017, 16:30:24 PM
I've made a boo boo on tracing one of my patterns. I didn't leave enough space for a seam allowance on one side. Oh good grief seam allowances for clothing is ginormous! What do you do with it all?
What's waong with a 1/4 or 1/8 inch? Why do I need so much?!

It's an item worn on a body, which moves about a lot. Getting in and out of things puts strain on seams.

Saying that, 1.5cm isn't always required. 1cm will do. I usually prefer patterns with 1.5cm but then I do french seams instead. 1cm is fine.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 05, 2017, 16:37:52 PM
I love Japanese pattern books. They show you dainty pictures and all seam allowances are 1cm. Except some which are more, but you have to look at the dainty "how to lay out on your fabric and where to fold the fabric" picture where it shows the bigger SA bits. One is 4cm! But it might be the bottom of the dress... (that might be the one I chopped) the only extra that makes sense is the top of the pocket because I assume that folds over for a neat entry.

Should I be adding more for french seams? The pattern is very roomy so I hadn't bothered  :S
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on June 05, 2017, 16:45:37 PM
Should I be adding more for french seams? The pattern is very roomy so I hadn't bothered  :S

It depends on your ability (and the ability of your machine working with the fabric) to sew close to the edge. If you think you might struggle to sew close to the edge (e.g your machine pulls the fabric down into the needle plate) a wider seam allowance can help for french seams. With 1cm, you will have to sew both seams very close to the edge. I prefer 1.5cm and sew a 1cm and then a 0.5cm
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 05, 2017, 19:51:16 PM
I'm pretty good at sewing close - all that P&Q stuff coming in handy!
I don't know if my machinee will eat chiffon?! Any tips to avoid that? Happy to sew with tearaway behind it or on tissue etc.

I fixed my boo boo by sellotaping on the extra seam allowance ;)

Both patterns traced and cut out and now looking at my handy Japanese pictures - there's something I'm sure you pro's will know, but I'm stumbling over... The little layout picture showing where to put the pattern on the fabric has the front and back facing pieces on the fabric but also greyed out which means fusible interfacing. Do I cut those pattern pieces out of fabric and interfacing? Do I need interfacing? If so where does one get some.

And is topstitch some fancy stitch or is it the basic stitch I use on everything?! This is all very scary, but I'm committed now!

Just waiting on my fabric to arrive - hope the chiffon isn't impossible to work with!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 05, 2017, 20:01:05 PM
Oooh oooh, me Miss, I know this, Please Miss

Top stitching is where  when you have a seam on the edge of a garment (ie round the collar or neck) and you stitch neatly close to the edge of the seam on the topside of the garment to stop the seam rolling back...

This toile has not been TS'ed, but a neat row of stitching close to the edge would prevent the seam rolling one way or t'other!

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/PaMpMNPzpX2isbo3lCGSCRRSl9lQEiWCNCPHfDiLJe83hPkvWpGjM1wr8y7b9_zzfKsi0hJBpi8CivtzePjtR54XRkSkZ1mXmjf8s9JDieXmeo09DzcUDwa0WlpKu1qAk7CQI1soC01O8b-zadl0pvZ2Ct1UOxGYesJjxOzL2qgdz1CYGxmHha0a7nWoqkeoP3OOblUb9S1OIOo_OTXv1uSw-7v57TmovXLayCaWT7YeU6XiFfi1b_Ru9_EsYUyviGeWGjXobIIDnk8AeUj_UEDDj7fAj_OKeQAImouTUr9AQbZxPKNboTs9OAuvZhMdtTchaGb0ggVxZVeyG3DTqQ92j3Hs7baRB37uy7cdVsqvPqqR9-hYZ3Fn4MCBmJvEa7tKkQ7QSzigFr-SolEcG7FXBcR9zY0tOerRYXnOCi2Of7iADGQgkDppPqGOc3qjwwxtn1CiyUXl-9lCkDyFig4ZSesvGtZXBEQfDFDlBoLk8VkfajEwshX0H6N3e1T4MS4yNn6AaPjpFBTBuxq64yXUrwzFNjb-_M0FAIRN8WPcrOO1LXfXONFExxStu-XMZyzviSsj_Pkk4igZEc9bbBTRt3izG4rjlmfNwN61yt-gemU=w1055-h768-no)


(Grump!! Well I know what I mean and I've done it before with Imselfs lovely djellaba, just 'cos I don't know the right words to explain it!)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 05, 2017, 21:03:08 PM
Sorry to barge in, just wanted to add you can topstitch on any seam, not just on edges (I think it's called edgestitch for edges?!)  :D It's either decorative or functional. The most eloquent example is jeans: any thread you see from the outside is topstitching. It can be your basic straight stitch (tho a bit longer in lenght looks nicer) or you can use a special topstitching thread - I never have.
Edit: I actually came here to add that I'll probably be doing a japanese pattern from the Pattern Magic books, as soon as I decide what fabric I'm going to use. But got all caught up in the topstitching and forgot :D
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 05, 2017, 21:29:07 PM
I found the time yesterday to cut out all the pieces to my kimono.

It's roughly cut for now, just in the correct lengths. I haven't cut any shaping in any of the pieces...the table was cleared to measure some curtains for shortening, so I made good use of it.

(http://i.imgur.com/AxsLAr0l.jpg)

I suppose, if this kimono doesn't work out, I'll have a lovely pile of table runners. :)

Sandra.
xxx


Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 05, 2017, 21:30:08 PM
That's such a lot of fabric! Wow - well done wrangling all of that :D
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 05, 2017, 21:39:56 PM
Yes. Just over 11 metres.

The kimono front and back are cut in one continuous piece...no shoulder seam, so those two pieces take up a lot of the fabric.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 05, 2017, 23:15:20 PM
Oh good grief seam allowances for clothing is ginormous! What do you do with it all?
What's wrong with a 1/4 or 1/8 inch? Why do I need so much?!

When you do patchwork all the seam allowances get sandwiched between wadding and backing and don't get a chance to fray.  When you sew clothes those seam allowances have to be finished in some way, and that needs a bit of space.  Also you might need to let out a bit on fitting but if you've only allowed 1/4" you can't!

Small pieces such as collars, cuffs, belts etc which are going  to be doubled don't need that much seam allowance and often the instructions say trim to 6mm or whatever.  But it's definitely easier to to have the 5/8"-15mm on all the pieces of a garment than to have some pieces different.  No need to ask how I know  ><  indeed on the last GBSB there was someone who didn't read the pattern instructions about seam allowances properly and then couldn't make it all fit together properly.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 06, 2017, 13:14:42 PM
Right .... Japaneseseawlongathon Mark 2 ...

I have downloaded a pattern from the t'internet, have stuck it all together and am considering fabric....
non stretchy, non floppy fabric  :devil:

The pattern looks eeeenormous to me measuring 30 1/2" from back collar to bottom hem for the smallest size (XS 6 )
What size should I cut, considering I'm now officially a giantess ??

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/8NJpf3ngpofQoh2zklseIVs7xoCTMIVZfe0jJ4FRKTJvofOPozc--bi7mdVOpirhuWVA1U4qLn0iRehXROJOpnveD7GepTfDhp4jOVLEgHFWiOlhSEkqzARD9s5PsNj7QuZzJd3Rai8JZ79Suiw9rxCTeN5amtXoYrAy91mdFobotl1lFHh9CaIh4E2dJyN3H9w-iPmLN4Km3ldrAVKzpE-O18YMAgRVl9L0gilXndM0xf9-6139fsqRBifyJqy42Ib5kTDPcUttwab0bCL2RPn4UOQ_j8pTRNKuN6Rk7ihMR5-eTFh1fG-UCoyC5CvdpamF3LpKb48odhc46T2BeE8G41PkLdBEIVJjFFHdJXu2HabSsdvifrYaDtBJiRjJYpBFtK5P1vlgEdhL8rP4zoMZGUZhQa1yJlm_nt20LfO08iby0GZVykAFXF12dkDlqfWA3qpe2UW07DyS3NrFB7QJB48tf4_pW5RZUTTNSnTjw1UUZ4zTJb_UrTycXzyelBBqD14I09CzQ6cubjsyZIyKOEpJbGyzdvNaV8D64g0uBiuLP1pLbvnLLLUwQWhyJyyY6vrPiSxBvrLE1qWQPDcQGbBLbFCyl3jGEEieHa8fzv8DtdTm4srfKtCmZMyAmZ93P3PeQLgctuol57AQklibo1zGin_BN3ZD=w1035-h773-no)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 06, 2017, 13:59:50 PM
Do you have a picture of it made up? I can't help on the size but it might help those in the know to see how it fits, loose or tight etc?

My patterns are all cut out, just waiting on fabric now!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 06, 2017, 14:26:00 PM
Its very loose, below hip level, short sleeves almost like a swing jacket.

I have a big piece of batik that was given to me by the MIL, could never bring myself to use it for a quilt backing because its a weird muddy coloured pattern.
I held it up against me in the mirror and do you know what? It might well do for this, at the very least for a toile...let me take a pic with the kindle...

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/s07FzIcHE7UT3235_PQHZIuEBiyqdsM4c14g4At4lF1NhHCP90o5RFR7Z_g-Da_ASG-QgngXHu8hwdMLEhr9bPiLUL5py164Lrhsu-M2bE50kebppo5eEbOevRY8Aq_mY3Ac3mF_ByV2stx5d0F1mNAYcz_RST3Ze8B4zqg4Vbvmp6s-maT0kxPwmlDkC7StSFIKFRX0Ch_seF0QG8Y1hyyT_7b2I7_hBN67i4I6ZfxXewoze4GXUohUHd1Qxwz5QyG9NIKyXHXkJggvs-2tPXu3m7da3i2k-E-luORaTWhFNxH576Zg3_MmNqXazKiTSQUWRYuVkqUQvdh05i-5BsnhpaIbNhEEP2rW2TsgIL4ymlPRhJsH44TnpxgrwV0rbEVOe7FZNWTQQ-3z57EyZMhxn2bEqpj94aGPky2v9ln7AfpSEykewLGtwC7W3b5TZ1jIzCYcRapxoY3Pl0nulChfqL2k39ll0anJfxkug6GcBdAYHgA_Ki8JbW10_8y-Prbq5vjhNThKRJR-5-lmlb9XwkEj-o1_rImgXyr__p-QITdhWpagoDIVzIlRY26uiJIfWrJfi2tT7YzlITgDr2xVRVmTGR9DkxwnzZYmDip5zuTrklw9LTuSYVFcBe9ty4sJ-y4FhzNhxhuU6YVderq0p8HfkDqU3Ydy=w805-h773-no)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 06, 2017, 14:42:08 PM
Oooh. I love the lighter blue in that, it's an odd combo (not one I've ever done) but it looks nice, especially with the blue edging.

I think your right about it being too overall "brown" for a quilt backing but I thinks it will look nice as a top :)

And such a lovely copper stamp design! One day I'll go to Indonesia and buy all of their stamps for a few quid and bring them back and play!

I've still got some of that blue green spiral batik left from the twisted bargello backing that I can't bear to use. I love it sooo much. I might have to make it into a special batik quilt so it's not just sat in the basket forever. My in laws put the quilt on the end of our bed last time we visited - it was such a lovely surprise and it looked lovely against their ivory covers!

I originally had a thought of doing a Japanese quilt, but baulked at the hand sewing of the designs and then figured I'd get bored doing them, so jumped in on the clothes side!

Can't wait to see yours all made up (second time lucky!)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Kad on June 06, 2017, 14:59:59 PM
Iminei, I've had that fabric myself and I agree that it is an odd colour, but when made up into a shell top or skirt there are so many colours that it's dead easy to find something to wear with it and over 2/3 washes it softens beautifully but doesn't become limp. Think I got mine from Carrington Fleet who used to be nr Bolton and have a  twice yearly invitation only sale. Sad to say they are no more  :'(
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 06, 2017, 16:08:04 PM
Right .... Japaneseseawlongathon Mark 2 ...

I have downloaded a pattern from the t'internet, have stuck it all together and am considering fabric....
non stretchy, non floppy fabric  :devil:

The pattern looks eeeenormous to me measuring 30 1/2" from back collar to bottom hem for the smallest size (XS 6 )
What size should I cut, considering I'm now officially a giantess ??

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/8NJpf3ngpofQoh2zklseIVs7xoCTMIVZfe0jJ4FRKTJvofOPozc--bi7mdVOpirhuWVA1U4qLn0iRehXROJOpnveD7GepTfDhp4jOVLEgHFWiOlhSEkqzARD9s5PsNj7QuZzJd3Rai8JZ79Suiw9rxCTeN5amtXoYrAy91mdFobotl1lFHh9CaIh4E2dJyN3H9w-iPmLN4Km3ldrAVKzpE-O18YMAgRVl9L0gilXndM0xf9-6139fsqRBifyJqy42Ib5kTDPcUttwab0bCL2RPn4UOQ_j8pTRNKuN6Rk7ihMR5-eTFh1fG-UCoyC5CvdpamF3LpKb48odhc46T2BeE8G41PkLdBEIVJjFFHdJXu2HabSsdvifrYaDtBJiRjJYpBFtK5P1vlgEdhL8rP4zoMZGUZhQa1yJlm_nt20LfO08iby0GZVykAFXF12dkDlqfWA3qpe2UW07DyS3NrFB7QJB48tf4_pW5RZUTTNSnTjw1UUZ4zTJb_UrTycXzyelBBqD14I09CzQ6cubjsyZIyKOEpJbGyzdvNaV8D64g0uBiuLP1pLbvnLLLUwQWhyJyyY6vrPiSxBvrLE1qWQPDcQGbBLbFCyl3jGEEieHa8fzv8DtdTm4srfKtCmZMyAmZ93P3PeQLgctuol57AQklibo1zGin_BN3ZD=w1035-h773-no)

Don't forget the seam allowance will probably be 5/8" (1.5cm).  Great choice of pattern, it will be gorgeous! :)

It's this one isn't it?  :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 06, 2017, 16:44:31 PM
Yup! That's the one!

QUESTION:

The batik I'm considering hasn't got much body to it ??? No good ???
See this is the problem with me, if its quilting, I understand and know the fabrics, but for Garments ?????
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 06, 2017, 16:50:23 PM
For this pattern you want some drape, hang it over your shoulder to see how it behaves, that will give you a clue as to how it will look.  I personally like to have a fabric with some drape.  If you're feeling ambitious you could line it  :)  I can't see a pic of the fabric.  :vintage:

From Imi ....How about now ???
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 06, 2017, 16:58:41 PM
Yeah it will drape!
but I dont want to look like Im wearing a dishcloth, its meant to be a jacket after all, not a cardie,

Its upsetting me that I can't use the original Blue stretchy floppy stuff as its really nice!

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/JUyh_hZFQYwJV2NUTGjn6SY5EET1MnwItByu5UjygrvsAGIjdUsbdoKGeFEvmc1zwStbWiLxpj1H-UI5kCFdcrC5jWGhqObtShC2kkd-1olSxe2wB1SvG1kFL1isL1cfVe45PEUEEopODHrp7enjgkAZQQcoeEA-DM9ltf2u0Gb0fv0NnKnpd7Rsmlin4lfSVPznEz8WaUXqTSjPlGf_oCR_vvqt4lFZyNfTYwnOcN_KAiBJybzjsCv3cqDaFMwKnvJvxFvkjumYsrVWPIAYhGv14CIxABrf2mSQpX_eGX1CmztLxpvYYvGsNY5XKyYCwDbvHV2AHciz4oEnkzVvXNKMw1HwukCG-y2Uj2U_kWQ5JcRmiRKes5xk-oAcjT3kuhicKQ3xLF7RONSAOdww2n8kmjDsrk8psBDJJN1pmkingjAUWraFcmfeN43HbdIDC878sIff9kNI-SD7VStxlZKdpBHrOFBED0QWCJqfzCh_kLxGrch_P3mttDQVjCJTuaueEaLJMpuc4FZf4Ck5zzuQ5RBxcFpG_BYw8GxdpIS6biYdQVgA0ntwsA9ZltbZUnItFluwQaNj1dMK0AFMi6nLUoi3UVaslkQeEnyRvS1mEzCtj7AZN5rYOHHt7cpzQZgZASZ25ejigZ48IcnZMbd7nETZ1-FSeWc4=w240-h203-no)

Are you sure I can't combine it with a cotton somehow?
At a smidge over a metre there's not enough to do anything more than a really basic Tshirt, certainly nothing with sleeves etc
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 06, 2017, 17:02:07 PM
  :( no pic  :(  Sorry  yes, yes I scrolled back.  Lovely fabric :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 06, 2017, 17:07:12 PM
https://goo.gl/photos/ZbqPjr6kPYTUdWXz6 (https://goo.gl/photos/ZbqPjr6kPYTUdWXz6)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 06, 2017, 17:26:37 PM
I have my pieces cut out and overlocked, it frays at the sight of the scissors  :( !  :snip:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 06, 2017, 17:30:59 PM
For this pattern you want some drape, hang it over your shoulder to see how it behaves, that will give you a clue as to how it will look.  I personally like to have a fabric with some drape.  If you're feeling ambitious you could line it  :)  I can't see a pic of the fabric.  :vintage:

From Imi ....How about now ???

I couldn't see it Imi but I can now <3
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 07, 2017, 10:04:25 AM
I have just joined the forum and found this sewalong.
I have a piece of fabric that I bought in Japan several years ago that I took back all the way to the U.S. and then brought with me all the way to the U.K. that I am determined to use while I'm in the U.K. (one of only a few fabric pieces I could ship within my shipping allotment) So I must join this sewalong! I don't know if I can finish anything before the end of the month (since I am SLOOOOW) but I shall try.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 07, 2017, 10:38:11 AM
Don't worry, my fabric hasn't arrived yet and my machine is having a service!

Talking of which, I love my local sewing  machine shop - loads of stuff neatly hidden away, needles, seam binding, quilting rulers, buttons, closings. It's lovely and they've been going for over 30 years. He's always got such lovely machines all laid out for you to play with and he even offered to let me know if a serger comes in second hand.

When I pick my machine up I'll take my fabric along and see if there's any matching seam binding for the invisible zip. As I assume that will solve the wobbly chiffon problem!

Can't wait to see what you accomplished garment sewers create!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 07, 2017, 16:06:55 PM
So my fabric arrived today.
The liberty is a lot more pink thah anticipated. I thought it was blue with pink but it appears to be pink with blue!

The blue cotton is nice, good colour.

The chiffon. The chiffon is beautiful and see through and very very very slippy and very see through. Did I mention how slippy and see through it is?

I'll get some pictures of it all after I've finished panicking!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 07, 2017, 16:43:58 PM
Syrinx, maybe you should get that sheers class after all?  :D
Well, I have decided to enter the competition. I will be using the Origami bamboo bodice from Pattern Magic 1. Will also have to draft my own pattern.
Not sure what fabric I'll be using, but I can probably find something in my stash.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 07, 2017, 17:57:11 PM
Ok. I have laid the fabric out and the patterns. And held the pattern up and it seems that I suit the length of Japanese patterns - all looks to be about the right sort of length.

The fabric is doable I think.

Have attached some pictures of my cut out pattern pieces, please speak up if you see mistakes!

The first is for the yoked dress and the second for the pockets and sleeves and pleats and darts.

The last two pictures are the fabric for the second pattern pieces. It is much pinker than anticipated, but it is all fairly pastel coloured. My phone camera is bad.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 07, 2017, 18:03:38 PM
I love that fabric!

Gorgeous!

As for me,  Japanesesewalongathon Part 2....

This is the main fabric

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/bmdWTkSJIQ4BgyRyfpMjIVPk7rhMeIvb7SpRZBERM4LH37O0DRqOZ_rfuh-q93n_liNYvynugVLCNY9gfClEyxsC7ivosfe4tdaHKYH8gy5ubqHlLKthFP0M99v4_oGAFnANbq1KmRDAXLaUKSPlrIwlimoJR6EMx3EP3i6osHClZLqGus478k2bzAREvJScqRjo3w6PuiH5oxZMEmJT1p_ldP7mBUOm0Ue7F928g5-hvwcPKcsQO2PuUSO-0TSol-6Bj2LCLie2XzkGUFv_9k1ZdZ-VIIJ7fumdJIM6wbagMBiXjV1qnaz-P18Ovn7ZwaObET_xNzExvcfA9tZvhggp0rJX09GOVG6jvrCQ2Lk-Cz-KBCAS3q79K5CAv85zYmu7yY8vHiVffIugyOZmjS1Q46Q2Ke8oWSrlrD25VMMOYC5LdR0LkGZrga4Img-71PdKvPkut7L50ik8l5zHh4uwvaEFUf4KoFErYw64o_oC4X9GtkVH73wVa3c4mliSTmps7joqwnbDVHsHoyRy7v10ekMvJKMYJh7UXfgZ8D1D2qH1mjTn--yMgFiWdf1hEbe1dL9xpdSYIBSN5ghkaTGPUmOMmZQA2bMJp52pZvQv0Wph8_PyNCLxsulxhu_kq-OGqNHxGOW9gWIt_brgl3uyy1_Qehl_XV8k=w805-h773-no)

and here we are ...

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/YIjZYSCqEiz2EpscS-VzjxXjkRmB1FIHn4k3e9r67Xwppu05jYKlvnBJtYHYyZSOpEr-NaTa88cC-lHhKFlbDo_nlQ6jMEbFKq4pTro0dgkO8C-XLqHvdPqrkhrg3OkQq0JvFeeS5_-Yjerzv532daxRaLDiifoL01dGiD8FS_PbzYA7kiC4WjpTrUa4H4N8Lycz8vLDaaSIJJweHKfBqbsaJ8WEoK2J5wGoaEnScRV_QNNOI_5UDH0V9QYRQs1EltHIvBxe0gHdotHDU_W4SMrYo3UcHC499-bgYhViVCllhhETsbCXbcmbgbJLwQ9almEJImjqSbT4_fObrYlpXeQKfbl2kuAP9b3sSxtNPDL-1AE41h_Hb4VVQEI-G2BXxtL3ir7pqiafdC8DmWpCHU7YQYygEwaUffE2dgSL25jwmuEKqMwQynQaxjlqVI1DUdF-RKPO27Z-3CutjThPkiPmsowgeeVHPutPVMdYD5r4WsPSEGS-vbWo0P1m7hfW3_JPTTGrfKCdY89WYy8uCMfMMsaHFizv_AUSjBYNSaW66Ga3ZOA6ZWpWdIH4V0N4rYjnLUDlVHeHhj3z57n07eUMdqnuHlT_JJRWcraPeoX_g6JtLrnwRLDixijOztVGUwIskbz11Rcj-1clpaVA6u9MdWWKtyvyWRm5=w1035-h773-no)

All cut out!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Snowgoose on June 07, 2017, 18:04:16 PM
I love your fabric Syrinx, it is so very pretty  :). Is that the Liberty cotton?  I'm envious!!!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Snowgoose on June 07, 2017, 18:09:04 PM
Ooh!  I'm looking forward to seeing the Zephyr jacket - it's on my wish list of things to sew one day :). Lovely fabric, I'm getting fabric envy  :D
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 07, 2017, 18:10:50 PM
And the fabric for the yoked dress.

Mostly chiffon panic pictures!

And yes that is me holding the chiffon up to the light!

Yes it is Liberty - it's Liberty Craft Cotton - whatever that means as it just feels like nice cotton to me! I got it at under £6 a metre as it was clearance. I rather like it, just a shock to see how much pink there is!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 07, 2017, 18:15:36 PM
WOW!!!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 07, 2017, 18:25:09 PM
Here's the link to the Liberty Imi - and you'll understand my slight horror at the pinkness! (not a big fan of pink)

https://www.abakhan.co.uk/liberty-lifestyle-craft-cotton-fabric-newbury-pink-blue-112cm.html (https://www.abakhan.co.uk/liberty-lifestyle-craft-cotton-fabric-newbury-pink-blue-112cm.html)

I'm in love with the chiffon, but didn't dare open it up further. But my goodness is it see-through! I got a bottle green invisible zip as I thought it would blend in, which seems to look ok. But I have no idea about lining anything or how or what colour or whether I might get away with (snort) not lining it...definitely couldn't not wear trousers....unless I had the most amazing bum and pants!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 07, 2017, 18:38:59 PM
I love the colours in the chiffon, Syrinx. It's absolutely gorgeous.

It reminds me of the Indian festival thingy with the powder paint...sorry I don't remember the name of it. Big splats of powder paint. Lovely!

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 07, 2017, 18:56:05 PM
The one where they throw the powder is the spring festival of Holi. Clelebrated in India and Nepal, where I was lucky enough to see it...... and escape being paint splattered fortunately  :D
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 07, 2017, 20:33:13 PM
Chiffon OMG  8) I am in awe!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 07, 2017, 21:11:43 PM
I do have to finish what I'm working on now before I can get to this sewalong, but in order to motivate myself, here is my fabric.
(http://i.imgur.com/rdnmOTAl.jpg)
It is cotton (don't ask me what type of weave though), has some texture (raised rib/line) that goes along the weft. It is soft, but not much drape.
Pattern to be decided... Is the print too much if I make a dress?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 07, 2017, 22:25:18 PM
The one where they throw the powder is the spring festival of Holi. Clelebrated in India and Nepal, where I was lucky enough to see it...... and escape being paint splattered fortunately  :D

That's it...thank you, Lowena. It must make such a terrible mess to clean up afterwards, but it makes some strikingly beautiful photographs.
 
Lovely fabric Hachi. It looks like a kimono type of print....It looks like it would be suitable to make a dress. I suppose it depends on the style and if the fabric print's really 'you'. Is this the sort of dress fabric you normally would wear?

Sandra.
xxx

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 08, 2017, 06:43:41 AM
As I packed my sewing stuff away yesterday evening I folded the cut out pieces of my pattern neatly on top of the rest of my stuff in the sweat shop and coming down stairs this morning, seeing them waiting for me, took me straight back to my waistcoat making days !!!

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/wb6kC5nGiIpuGKqbFS_FPq1T3Fyq1ZBCByFDFVskXVKzwqNdVSpbbXcjvZ7ILIAiVtu0Y3YIv16FmvUDTB4jIHS2UjXV_Wl6Dv4I31_pITbWlI6kT145wf7qPuFgC2oIwXoAeeBEl-rBofxHzfATQRVgTuvuRcwp8JbniEi-zmTzKuSPBlMux1-2vRpSHvxI6Ltfz1g_kJWO7k4BUUoTONDWt5nNvUoOiE7HkZxxkYVbxjQ6EDsGpJkFgSZzMYNq6oedFMySLZ6j3FuCQDw0nCuOt1m-8_i4SySH336GRLxXoUm6QI5GM02fH5vkDhCcaAx055P_2xL6Fzu8ZQ3UyvwbzCcYbgxcFGr3wJq705KkI-ElD7JQVpstdkmv9YZIYXKDC-LSCWlJypwnkoQ9g3xh7-wk8V6ZRrStnSgrXperVxU48zOrvs6DAUilfEApb4O-X043-5O1HcO0bcgnvN5Bbdvwmu24poXpzJDxkuXrOPKLnQ20WPejZA5z-7WOASpW0KjkUjBl32ZXjCiF1qwTT_4hpgfCPEjkUGVoOjll_gBQkTgqppm0WDzNe6yCKxTpEcr21q7GPR1ImMP43klIw_BhIzD-8IVfNW9_xc664Gczpp68eN-H7BTvp--VSLgKhBV3s81-620ct8SuzioGmKe5Ul4c5egJ=w952-h710-no)


I've been procrastinating too long.
Today (after I get home from work, obvs) I'm just going to ******* DO it! (as Imself's boss used to shout at any brickie who raised queries and concerns when they should've been laying bricks!)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on June 08, 2017, 08:54:48 AM
This is my official commitment to the Japanese Sewalong.
I am making a kimono style robe.  It won't be full length, it will be below knee / mid calf.  The fabric is a light, cotton poplin from the Ministry of Crafts.   I've really struggled to find a matching plain blue in the right shade.  I've had goodness knows how many samples from various places - the curse of having no real fabric shops.
I must have made my original in 1979 (that's the copyright date on the pattern which cost the princely sum of 85p).  It lasted me until about 5 years ago and I've been meaning to make another one.  If this one lasts that long it should see me out.
Here is my pattern and fabrics.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 08, 2017, 09:34:04 AM
That's a good combination, Ploshkin.

Pattern and fabric look well-suited. It should be lovely when it's done.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: wrenkins on June 08, 2017, 09:39:57 AM
I love those fabrics Ploskin. Very subtle.
I haven't a "proper" fabric shop either. You never know what's going to come through the letterbox.  :[
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 08, 2017, 09:49:06 AM
Luuuuurve your fabrics Plosh...

Did you make Junes block??
Would look good in them, if you have any left, with a bit of extra fabric for the background ?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on June 08, 2017, 10:40:14 AM
Quote
Did you make Junes block??
That's why I haven't done it yet.  I'm hoping I can squeeze it out of the remnants.  I've just cut my main pieces and had to do some serious jiggery pokery to get them to fit as the floral fabric is a one way design and the sleeve is wider than half the fabric width.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 08, 2017, 15:53:06 PM
Dear God, I have been fiddling all day making an origami bamboo bodice pattern using a scaled block.
I assume it's much harder because the pleats are tiny, but I really needed to see if it is doable before ruining a lot of fabric.
The pattern was actually the easy part. Now stitching...grrr >< Just couldn't figure out where I should stitch to get those nice pleats - https://sewingforfun.files.wordpress.com/2011/04/nakamichu7.jpg
Am I being daft? Could someone explain?
I will be using a scuba fabric for this. It sort of holds a crease, but not a sharp one and not very well. I thought about stitching the first part of the dart completly until the intersection with the next one so that I'd have sort of a tuck?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 08, 2017, 16:34:55 PM
Ploshkin - what a stunning match that dusty pinkish color is to your patterned fabric - how clever!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 08, 2017, 16:42:49 PM
That looks awesome Jo....
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 08, 2017, 16:56:21 PM
I have started my Japanese inspired project ... yeah  :D
I'm keeping it a secret ( even from myself at this point  :D )
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 08, 2017, 17:11:17 PM
I've cut up my fabric for the pockets and pleats dress eek!

I've been reminded to copy the notches and darts and things onto the fabric - tailors tacks? or something else? Having cut everything out and laid things next to other things the sleevies are worrying me a bit  :S


I'm going to attempt to hand sew it together to check it fits ok-ish. My hand sewing is rubbish and I get impatient as well.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 08, 2017, 17:17:03 PM
For marking it really depends on your prefference. I never, ever use tailor tacks. So many loose threads just annoy me and I get the urge to cut them :D
I usually snip through the notches and awl punch darts/pleats/tucks. If it's something that requires me to be more precise, I use carbon paper and a marking wheel.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 09, 2017, 13:19:10 PM
I have started my  project and would dearly love to carry on with it today. However, we have friends coming to stay from tomorrow and there is cleaning and shopping to be done....also....I'm feeling pretty kn****ed from staying up all night, so it looks like my sewing will be on hold for a week  :(
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 09, 2017, 14:27:59 PM
Im done!

Now please can I get back to The Dark Side please???

When do you want the pics???
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 09, 2017, 16:09:48 PM
Im done!

Now please can I et back to The Dark Side please???

When do you want the pics???

DONE?????? OMG my project is still in my head! :S
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 09, 2017, 16:27:39 PM
Don't worry hon, I had my first attempt ready to go mid May ...

after that  bombed I just picked an easy pattern and some hideous* batik I happened to have miles of and waded in!

*hideous for patchwork that is, looks rather nice as a garment ... Who'dve thunk it!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 10, 2017, 16:32:24 PM
I cut my kimono pieces out properly and I've made a start on joining it together.

Firstly I joined the centre back seam, which you can see in the top left hand corner of the picture.
The instructions tell me that seams on kimonos should be whip stitched down, so that's what I did down the centre back.
I also attached my front overlap sections which extend the width across the front panels. I turned in a quarter of an inch and slip stitched these down.

I don't like hand stitching but it does look quite nice for making the effort and taking the time to do as instructed. :)
The picture shows the inside of the kimono with the yoke pinned in place.

(http://i.imgur.com/RYQjjNKl.jpg)

The red tailor tack threads are marking where I need to snip in to when I attach the collar band.
 It looks very square to be able to bend a strip of fabric around it but I'll take my time and tack it first if I need to.

Sandra.
xxx

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 10, 2017, 17:32:58 PM
My pockets and pleats in Liberty cotson is finished. Had a huge amount of trouble gathering the back skirt into the bodice - not sute I gathered or stitched it correctly! My sleevies were a bit big so had to shove excess fabric on the shoulder and underarm seam, not sure how that happened.

I haven't fitted it over tde ribs as I have no idea how. I might nip to my tailor friend with it get a bit of help with that.

I had so much fun doing the facing and topstitching. It was super easy! And very satisfying - weirdly felt more like the dark side, maybe because there were so many layers of fabric!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Acorn on June 10, 2017, 18:41:23 PM
Very nice - beautiful pleats on the front.   :D
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 10, 2017, 18:42:26 PM
The sleeves are usually a little larger and you should ease them in the bodice :) The ease allows for extra movement.
It looks great, nice job!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 10, 2017, 18:55:47 PM
That looks great Syrinx. I should imagine that was really nice fabric to work with. Sleeves can have a lot of ease in them and need a bit of encouragement to get them to fit the armholes.


I have got my neckband stitched onto my kimono. It went on better and easier than I expected.

(http://i.imgur.com/FtGOFTzl.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/WhpHN0wl.jpg)

The seam lines you can see lower down on the neckband is an overband, stitched over to reinforce and protect it from wear.

I'm trying to decide if I'm bothered by the fact that the stripes are off...to be honest with you, I'm not sure I'd have been able to match it better if I'd tried. I needed to avoid a couple of discoloured areas on the fabric and a small area of damage by the selvedge...There was barely any waste fabric left over, so I think I'm going to tell myself it's absolutely fine as it is. :)

The next job to do will be the sleeves.

Sandra.
xxx



Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 10, 2017, 19:49:20 PM
Sandra, that's coming on beautifully and the fabric is gorgeous!!  :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on June 10, 2017, 19:59:26 PM
That's looking great Sandra.
You probably did say somewhere, what fibre is the fabric?




Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 10, 2017, 20:44:00 PM
Part constructed Kimono, ready to put in the lining.  I'm not sure this is going to work and may start afresh with different fabric  -<

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 10, 2017, 21:40:37 PM
That's a shame, Lilian. How do you mean about the fabric not working?
 

I'm really not sure what this kimono's going to look like when I've finished. -<  I don't think I've got the right look to carry it off....There's nothing remotely petite, slim, delicate or Japanese about me, but hopefully, it's going to look like a proper kimono. :)

Ploshkin...the fabric is 'synthetic'...I bought it from a Japanese seller on ebay, and that was how it was listed. I've tried a burn test on it, but I'm not too sure what I'm looking for.
The fabric didn't form any hard, melted black blobs.
It shrinks a little when burnt but seems to quickly burn itself out leaving soft black ash...?

It's a bit stiff to handle. I'm not sure if it would soften after washing. I'm afraid I didn't bother to wash before making it up. I couldn't face washing and drying 11 metres of the stuff.


Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 10, 2017, 22:31:26 PM
That's a shame, Lilian. How do you mean about the fabric not working?
 
Sandra.
xxx

It is a lightweight curtain fabric  >< but at the same time it is quite firm and frays like billio!  I thought it had a vaguely Japanese look to the pattern.  We will see how it turns out.  I have some plain blue, similar to the colour of yours, I may start again with that  -<.  :vintage:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 10, 2017, 22:57:48 PM
It definitely looks a Japanese type of print.

Ugh...fraying fabric's annoying to work with.
You've got so far with it too. Hopefully, it might turn out to be better than you expected. :)

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 11, 2017, 07:29:02 AM
There's nothing remotely petite, slim, delicate or Japanese about me, but hopefully, it's going to look like a proper kimono. :)

Sandra,
Your kimono looks really nice!
And you don't have to be petite, slim, or delicate to look right in the kimono. Actually many Japanese women who are slim (and they are overly skinny) would have to add a lot of padding (usually towels and wadding) under the kimono to look proper.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 11, 2017, 07:32:42 AM
Your fabric looks lovely Lilian......very Japanesey!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 11, 2017, 08:12:58 AM
Thank you, Hachi. No need for the extra padding on me!  0_0

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 11, 2017, 11:03:47 AM
I wouldn't worry too much about being the right age shape or size for a kimono
http://mashable.com/2016/11/27/japanese-women-bruno-mars/#QvmtX8_7r8qt (http://mashable.com/2016/11/27/japanese-women-bruno-mars/#QvmtX8_7r8qt)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lyn-J on June 11, 2017, 12:03:39 PM
I chose my pattern, an old Donna Karan.

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4240/34390164154_2d310d283f_n.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/UoWzEJ)P1020365 (https://flic.kr/p/UoWzEJ) by Lyn-J (https://www.flickr.com/photos/75662823@N06/), on Flickr

I had a nightmare cutting it out, only 3 pieces out of the main fabric, but I had to do piecing and pattern matching, it took all day  :o

I had to leave it alone this week, we are longer on speaking terms  :S
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on June 12, 2017, 10:36:50 AM
A bit of wet weather has meant that I have been able to get on with my Japanese sewing.  I'm quite happy with the way the way the band has gone on the neck / front edges.  I seem to have avoided the diagonal pulls that often seem to put in an appearance when you attach a wide straight cut band to a non straight edge.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 12, 2017, 11:01:49 AM
I have finally started my Japanse Sewalong project.
Traced the pattern, one toile made, and enormous front and back neck gaping found. I am currently trying to see if narrowing the shoulder would fix the issue, but have to order some calico for the second toile: ETA Friday  :'(
(http://i.imgur.com/VaxjNUal.jpg)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 12, 2017, 12:29:51 PM
Looks lovely Plosh, really gorgeous!

and Hachi are you making a Drape Drape extravaganza ??...that pattern sheet looks familiar!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: wrenkins on June 12, 2017, 14:31:04 PM
Plosh I spotted your fabric in an ebay shop whilst rummaging about looking for something else. It's on my watch list... :(
I  <3 it.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 12, 2017, 19:32:46 PM
A little inspiration anyone?
http://mymodernmet.com/kimono-wedding-dress/ (http://mymodernmet.com/kimono-wedding-dress/)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 12, 2017, 19:55:32 PM
and Hachi are you making a Drape Drape extravaganza ??...that pattern sheet looks familiar!

Oh, no, I'm not going there  ;)
My pick of the pattern is much simpler. The pattern is from a Japanese sewing book (the only one I own) called Simple Chic Dress Up Dress Down by Machiko Kayaki. Thereby lies the crazy looking pattern sheet.
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/413TKZ52SKL._SX365_BO1,204,203,200_l.jpg)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Vegegrow on June 12, 2017, 20:01:17 PM
A little inspiration anyone?
http://mymodernmet.com/kimono-wedding-dress/ (http://mymodernmet.com/kimono-wedding-dress/)

 Looking forward to seeing our Fairy in a Kimono style dress :loveit:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: DementedFairy on June 12, 2017, 20:13:42 PM
Looking forward to seeing our Fairy in a Kimono style dress :loveit:

Well I do love this look
https://mimimatthews.files.wordpress.com/2016/03/kimono-dressing-gown-1885-image-via-fidm-museum.jpg?w=582&h=1024 (https://mimimatthews.files.wordpress.com/2016/03/kimono-dressing-gown-1885-image-via-fidm-museum.jpg?w=582&h=1024)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 12, 2017, 21:00:01 PM
A little inspiration anyone?
http://mymodernmet.com/kimono-wedding-dress/ (http://mymodernmet.com/kimono-wedding-dress/)


My favourites are the grey/burgundy one and the pale pink one. :loveit:
Oh...and I loved the dancing ladies in the Bruno Mars video  0_0

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 12, 2017, 22:25:07 PM
I've got the sleeves in.

(http://i.imgur.com/IGDGouyl.jpg)

A quarter of an inch turned in twice and hand stitched along the sleeve openings . I've tried to be ever so good on this and have (neatly?) hand stitched hems and turnings  :angel:...(and I really don't enjoy hand sewing.)

Here you can see the length of the finished sleeve after I'd stitched the curved lower seam.... measuring from shoulder to the bottom edge.

(http://i.imgur.com/XBS8u6Ml.jpg)

I wasn't sure how big to make this kimono. The sizes shown on the pattern sizing lines varied from 'small woman' to 'large man', with no indication of actual finished size, and no idea of how they ought to fit when they're worn....( I hoped I wasn't going to be a 'Large man'  :|)

I simply guessed I might be 'medium woman' sized and pinned the sides in to try it....It seems ok at this size.

 I stitched the sleeves in along the shoulder line, and then stitched the side seams,  leaving an opening under the arms.
The pattern instructions told me that the men's kimono would have been stitched closed, but the women have the underarm body opening.

Picture shows the opening under the arm.

(http://i.imgur.com/YdOebZbl.jpg)

The side seams were pressed open, quarter of an inch turned under, then slip-stitched down.

Finally, I hemmed it...(by hand)


I really didn't think I was going to like this when I'd done it, but I'm quite pleased with it. :) It looks 'right'. No finished picture yet. I need to sort out some fabric to make the obi.

Sandra.
xxx






Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 12, 2017, 22:40:37 PM
Wow Sandra that's looking great!!  Well done so far, especially with the hand sewing (something I really can't do neatly anymore)   :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 12, 2017, 22:47:52 PM
I borrowed a bit of time from my tailor friend to help fit the dress thing (it's soooo pink) around the bust/ribs area. She did all the pinning and gave me some tips on sewing it all.

I'm pleased she thought my pleats were good and my sleeves passed muster (could have been better, but not awful!) so all in all happy with my first proper clothing attempt. I'll redo the seams at some point this week, but I'm unsure if I'll wear the thing due to its horrifying pinkness.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lyn-J on June 12, 2017, 23:26:37 PM
To set the scene, BBC4 are running a lot of Japanese themed tv programmes.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 13, 2017, 06:05:15 AM
To set the scene, BBC4 are running a lot of Japanese themed tv programmes.

Clever of you to organise that!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 13, 2017, 06:48:50 AM
Grey dress for me, DF, hands down...Stunning!

Sandra, your kimono looks exquisite, Bravo!!!

Are we meant to be posting pics now Fran or waiting til the end ??
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Zigzag on June 13, 2017, 08:06:05 AM
Well done everyone who have posted and shared their fabulous Japanese themed garments.  All stunning fabrics and beautiful sewing skills.  Hopefully my fabric will be cut out this week with just over half a month of days left to have something finished.  Happy sewing  :thread:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 13, 2017, 08:37:07 AM
I wasn't sure how big to make this kimono. The sizes shown on the pattern sizing lines varied from 'small woman' to 'large man', with no indication of actual finished size, and no idea of how they ought to fit when they're worn....( I hoped I wasn't going to be a 'Large man'  :|)

I simply guessed I might be 'medium woman' sized and pinned the sides in to try it....It seems ok at this size.

Sandra,
Kimono is like "one size fits all" so your kimono should be already way longer than you are  0_0
The fitting is done by the wearer by making the vertical pleat (kind of like a jump pleat) at the hip right below your Obi. The width is determined by the positioning of the left front bodice and the ease is pretty much gathered at the side.

One most important thing to remember when you wear a kimono is to put the left front bodice over the right bodice. Typical European robes are worn the other way, tying your sash at your left, but if you wear a kimono with right front bodice over your left, that indicates you are a dead person :D

I thought you might be interested in the YouTube video of how to wear a kimono:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=atG2TMObs_M (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=atG2TMObs_M)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: wrenkins on June 13, 2017, 09:41:14 AM
right front bodice over your left, that indicates you are a dead person
I hoped I wasn't going to be a 'Large man'
HaHa I'm loving this thread. By the end of the competition we will have a compilation of large dead people. Excellent. I'm so glad I chickened opted out.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: b15erk on June 13, 2017, 09:48:56 AM
Fascinating video Hachi.  What patience, to spend so much time getting everything just so.  Looks fabulous though!  :flower:

Jessie
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 13, 2017, 10:04:07 AM
Thank you, Hachi  :), for taking the time to explain and for the link to the video.

So, by the look of the fit/size in that video, I really could have made it to 'large man'. I didn't realise there could be so much to overlap at the front and gather in at the sides. I was aware of making them longer and folding up the excess at the waist.
I've made mine floor length. It needs to be a sensible length for me to use it.

The Folkwear pattern I've used explained about which way to wrap over at the front...(right over left is for dressing the dead!  It also tells me that Westerners shouldn't attempt formal kimono dressing due to the tradition associated with it.)

I suppose I've made a 'Western-Style' Kimono...it's been on my must-try-to-make list for years. There's also a corset on the same list.

Fascinating video Hachi.  What patience, to spend so much time getting everything just so.  Looks fabulous though!  :flower:

Jessie

It's lovely isn't it...I'll show my daughter when she gets back from school. She'll enjoy seeing that.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: charlotte on June 14, 2017, 10:48:41 AM
Loving seeing everyone's projects come together!

I won't have time to enter this sewalong but I am desperate to make this pattern magic top:

(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTbQ16B3nZVlMmPU7fl8nVEU17xFQtbFNje5IgRiuiXHIw10EYV)

Doubt I'll manage to even get started before the end of June though.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 14, 2017, 12:37:03 PM
Excellent. I'm so glad I chickened opted out.

After the disaster with my bag I might be joining you.  If I can find a big chunk of time to myself before the deadline I'll see what I can do to rescue it.

If not my entry will be Japanese made!  >:)  I have a Japanese acquaintance whom I met quite a few years ago at a Lace Guild Convention and helped her submit her pieces for the forthcoming exhibition.  She attended Lace Guild Conventions for quite a few years but I think age is probably catching up with her now.  She doesn't speak a work of English and always had an interpretter with her and always had little gifts (often Japanese sweeties which taste like candied sugar!) to hand out.  She still sends me a 'Christmas' card each year and usually there is a little something with it.

The photos show some of the little pressies I have received from Sachiko Yamamoto over the years.  Hand knitted fingerless gloves  :wool:, two small hand made bags; the small one has ribbon embroidery and the silk balls on the ends  :thread: and the bigger one is made with a textured printed fabric  :sew:.  The book is about making 3D crochet motifs with Japanese, English and charted instructions for making the individual flowers and lots of suggestions as to how the use them.

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: wrenkins on June 14, 2017, 13:56:34 PM
My husband bought cars (don't ask  :[) from Japan and the man that he was dealing with became his bff. We received Christmas cards from him for years. I kept them because every one was a little work of art.
What lovely gifts BrendaP. I've been looking at gorgeous Japanese fabric and thinking of the mess I could make.
Oh how I wish I could sew.  :(
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 14, 2017, 14:20:37 PM
Lovely, Brenda. I'm just under half way through mine  :ninja:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Zigzag on June 14, 2017, 14:59:47 PM
Yippee, this morning I have cut out the fabric for the OJS.  Took twice as long to pin and cut due to Miss Amber deciding to share my cutting table in the Garden Chalet.  :meow:  :snip:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 14, 2017, 17:24:55 PM
Right, I've made a decision - well, sort of.

I have the material, the red Japaneseie (is that even a word?) fabric and the forest green taffeta for the bag shell combined with the pale green, pink and white Japanese blossom print cotton for the interior.
Then I have a selection of zips colours - supposing I even use a zip  :[
All sorts of gold 'things' which might feature on the bag - or not  :'(
And the thread which is possibly the only certain in the whole project along with the fact it will be a bag!

Pattern is still lurking around in the dark recesses of my mind but making an appearance at random times - usually about 3am when it should be letting me sleep  |O  So perhaps I haven't really made too many decisions yet!!

I need to grab the scissors and make a start - perhaps!!  :snip: 
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: wrenkins on June 14, 2017, 17:33:03 PM
Ooooh Lizzielogs. Gorgeous. You have to make it. Those fabrics are delish.  :loveit:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 14, 2017, 17:43:12 PM
Ooooh Lizzielogs. Gorgeous. You have to make it. Those fabrics are delish.  :loveit:

I AM actually going to make it - soon(ish)!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 15, 2017, 06:57:02 AM
My husband bought cars (don't ask  :[) from Japan

They weren't 100nx's were they ???? 

I loved my nx soooo much

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/wRFqeUHH1adPq6wBhF8j94mOBeXjso-PZixDAMNidyqJZnSb9ht5Cn5vqD9kvLzZgvS-isj2LT-coxpAW3SNrnnnrrdx9Fh5Wi9XcKD3DleqCANIcLyqj4oMakrG4EMG-66Y5ycKPC1Jilb6kPs6SQqKWwsDkVurPyetac3WKV9eMJvXMNMyIUa7shv-tlz-5hL2yAwJU8gBNoPVR2J9BK-5zrWhKHbz0wlY3zN5AQXMwjTfHyQCMT0hUXIWTZUprdU7AsX2WeNQx19Ar8tHz88gOqy_w-KHNQ1WcBKOtL3RDnFVIyDjMfVj4z-jkhiw9_-bGchXqdatF8WDgpdgwRd6wVYJJ_lvzJwpie5LfM3grwgDl5XcZBKUXvt4l3sur-xVm9y1hjtHBs_3ClvBnp4OAH7SDX_Fk57rfHDIVF1Pk84095S2TesvmTPbXwusi7FR2ssVOR-AWNPfOCcQ_lKPuCG-9PUn7mFDY3B27pIosOsUAMQUFTjPINQbA5SJPN9e5J3gPsChheprApeDITZR7qtJY0mhfsWwcGNlSqPGFHMSTRxqAnJWIoK65mNM0zi-idUXwuTTQGOONRlNJmrKHo3kTnhFd-oqkDw37Ix9ZHNZ5ofRZS0voMPfvOtH2nQZ9QQgfqByn0H-bYaB-513U8HQ0AJ_lkw8=w1053-h789-no)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: wrenkins on June 15, 2017, 09:24:15 AM
He had a GTO and an Evo and I had FTOs. I did like them but really??? Japan?????  >< We had to go down to Dublin and pick them up off the boat and the batteries were always flat as a pancake. Fun and games! The thing that made me laugh was that he was quite shy and mortified if anybody looked at him. You're gorgeous and you're driving a GTO ya twonk!!!  :S People will look!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BlueCat on June 15, 2017, 09:49:19 AM
My husband bought cars (don't ask  :[) from Japan

They weren't 100nx's were they ???? 

I loved my nx soooo much


Our white 100NX was my favourite too; (we bought ours off the internet). Later we moved onto a 200SX, but it just wasn't the same
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 15, 2017, 09:53:08 AM
For anyone who might think we are off topic here...The Nissan 100NX and 200x are from Japan!

I've had 3, the white on in the pic, my absolute fav , another identical white that for some reason, didn't do it for me and a lovely metallic blue that I had to sell 2 years as as it failed the MOT  (on welding)  :(
All bought (and the last sold) on Fleabay!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 15, 2017, 11:07:03 AM

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/wRFqeUHH1adPq6wBhF8j94mOBeXjso-PZixDAMNidyqJZnSb9ht5Cn5vqD9kvLzZgvS-isj2LT-coxpAW3SNrnnnrrdx9Fh5Wi9XcKD3DleqCANIcLyqj4oMakrG4EMG-66Y5ycKPC1Jilb6kPs6SQqKWwsDkVurPyetac3WKV9eMJvXMNMyIUa7shv-tlz-5hL2yAwJU8gBNoPVR2J9BK-5zrWhKHbz0wlY3zN5AQXMwjTfHyQCMT0hUXIWTZUprdU7AsX2WeNQx19Ar8tHz88gOqy_w-KHNQ1WcBKOtL3RDnFVIyDjMfVj4z-jkhiw9_-bGchXqdatF8WDgpdgwRd6wVYJJ_lvzJwpie5LfM3grwgDl5XcZBKUXvt4l3sur-xVm9y1hjtHBs_3ClvBnp4OAH7SDX_Fk57rfHDIVF1Pk84095S2TesvmTPbXwusi7FR2ssVOR-AWNPfOCcQ_lKPuCG-9PUn7mFDY3B27pIosOsUAMQUFTjPINQbA5SJPN9e5J3gPsChheprApeDITZR7qtJY0mhfsWwcGNlSqPGFHMSTRxqAnJWIoK65mNM0zi-idUXwuTTQGOONRlNJmrKHo3kTnhFd-oqkDw37Ix9ZHNZ5ofRZS0voMPfvOtH2nQZ9QQgfqByn0H-bYaB-513U8HQ0AJ_lkw8=w1053-h789-no)

Why wasn't it parked properly between the white lines? :S
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: wrenkins on June 15, 2017, 12:34:08 PM
Why wasn't it parked proprly between the white lines? :S
Artistic! You can't beat it out of some people!   0_0
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: supergran on June 15, 2017, 16:21:21 PM
Thanks for the explanation. I know less than nothing about cars so had no idea what you were on about!  ><
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 16, 2017, 15:16:02 PM
Umm, being a newby to the forum etc, I'm sure I read that to take part in the OJS I have to submit photos along the way so here are my 46 (forty six  :devil: in case you think you have read that wrong!) pieces of my handbag which don't include the interfacing as that is already ironed on - assuming when you're new it's best not to do things by half!! Ha, ha
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 16, 2017, 16:21:16 PM
Oh, do we have to post photos part way through? I was just going to do it at the end :( I'm quite a long way through it now  -<
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 16, 2017, 17:14:09 PM
Lizzielogs,
46 pieces! Looking forward to seeing the final bag!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sewingsue on June 16, 2017, 17:21:03 PM
Lizzielogs,
46 pieces! Looking forward to seeing the final bag!
46 pieces!!   :S

Love the fabrics.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 16, 2017, 17:35:53 PM
No probs Low, just take pics from now on.

Im keeping mine safe until the end....
its all picced up throughout the make, Im just going to wait for the big Reveal!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 16, 2017, 18:03:39 PM
Oh, do we have to post photos part way through? I was just going to do it at the end :( I'm quite a long way through it now  -<

I don't know Lowena, I thought I'd read it somewhere but I'm possibly wrong  :[
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 16, 2017, 18:06:01 PM
No probs Low, just take pics from now on.

Im keeping mine safe until the end....
its all picced up throughout the make, Im just going to wait for the big Reveal!

Ooooh, I like a bit of a reveal !!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 16, 2017, 20:28:05 PM
Fanks Im... can you tell I've been at the vino already??  :D
I'll take a photy tomorrow  :ninja:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 16, 2017, 20:55:41 PM
I think you need a photo at the start of your uncut fabric, then a photo of part construction, then one of the final made up piece. That's the minimum. Oh and you need to make 5 posts on this thread.  :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 17, 2017, 01:37:39 AM
Really? I'm having second thoughts as mine's nearly finished and I haven't taken any photos  -<
Perhaps I'll just put a photo of the finished article on TDS  -<
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 17, 2017, 23:40:44 PM
As suggested by DementedFairy, we will be taking inspiration from Japan with its rich cultural heritage in art and fashion. Inspiration and ideas will be presented to help you choose a project, whether it be a quilt inspired by Japanese flora and fauna, or an inventive dress or top from one of the amazing Japanese pattern books with their origami-like shapes and complex techniques, or maybe just a garment for you using a popular Japanese style fabric print.
I'm also bringing the start date forward as there seems to be much excitement  :D

Introduction
In this competition you can produce

Dates
The competition will run from Thursday 1st June - Friday 30th June. You have until 23.59 on the 30th to complete.

Rules
  • Your item must use an obvious, recognisable Japanese inspiration. This is open to interpretation but we would ask you to make it obvious and not too grand a leap. Possible ideas include using a Japanese pattern, traditional Japanese toys, a print with a Japanese-style design, a fabric, or inspiration direct from the country e.g flora and fauna, colours, styles.
  • You MUST NOT cut your fabric until the 1st June. You can only wash it, dry it, prepare patterns, sew a toile etc. You cannot cut your fabric.
  • You must post at least 5 times in this thread to qualify. Please be involved and post updates!
  • You must submit at least three pictures; one of your uncut fabric, one of mid-construction, and one of the finished garment. (These pics needs to be submitted at the end, so they don't have to be posted in-thread unless you want to share).

How To Enter
I will post this information closer to the time.

How To Win
Winners will be chosen by public vote.

Prizes
TBD

Ganbatte kudasai!


This is the first post telling how to enter and the rules :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 18, 2017, 10:39:23 AM
Thanks Lilian, I had read it but not retained it  :D and I'm very bad at being bothered to take  photos  :|
I'm hoping to finish mine today and I'll post a pic on here, even though I'm ineligible to enter the competition.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 18, 2017, 13:54:37 PM
I have finished my Sashiko cushion but the forum will not accept it as an attachment ( don't know why, no different from usual ) it says the bytes are exhausted..poor things!

I used thin indigo linen ( traditional ) a stylised flower pattern ( traditional ) and perle threads.

Thanks to Imi you can now see it  :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 18, 2017, 14:00:02 PM
May I present Lows Stunning Sashiko cushion....

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/MQmpVR_31xqtavb8Xmsa-g96wUixa_KaT0k0WFho-5BVuNmyfdlmrIRCiLyaw-fK6pJ51rRBJ2v2T3zJ9qIOaT6mBDdkZevB5OG-MvXoLhe0CeAbmOYW3yHnW-eXFK5IWQbs97dgoseXR7uOcW-Gb3v9-OtByde7yU0Kkg_Vmly_3VxOIF8vrnyA3aGIaEGXNZn9pQG6hPn3E3qwMoCe46bjZ1xOhxuj78lnhKaPriN6hHUe6tdwaAGvO87mnt_txIJBoUpIjq0lWua75OHG_HkOOv3z1QgcP_o49L-qWMlwjZLcqQAppysrNeqaBIYrtMIKwcupvJ8GyoD9vEl4okP5rkiZAVNmtZQMp8W4S3ZwHspK9SacprfAhedanfR54BMQpjxHnY-wUZc3cKCKpSmAZI_OIKBMt9hTIoSBrhKWO2v2th8DwWp7Y_pntH2FSd-sIDmGA_72MP1S6cuwqOT9cBj6eQawIBYHzlOA0JDTNzBbaboQ7PZlNPsgXBp68Q2X240-QgkXHT7EjmoMxBx47cgXFVLzG1iVkyf4y-RFAWW6lJsuuuzrNcXdnGGRVynW0HVjfTaPNtTkES0TcUmp6bvFcegFY-ZTJpN5OOM2JWHeJHS_MR0CWWcKRRm1y-zyG_rq0FuEvgMgk4B1otYITM0Z3VyUzUck=w970-h728-no)

Detail...

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/faeUrYE5a8coIREZDPyW62ayHo5KhH2iWyrZzElZY76roG41V92tKhh-c96aPVAicpEisSecI_rYjPzqmXAEhMCXoqfLqVShyo9hub1MWXboUQnQ5-clSjTdyzTy3UdV86mg3BucTYoHGdHDYs5xNhCx7xVNgjbRMOEtdx368bcd1eOA4DPlPAr1VF-kVulWJ2oXrhVdnJYBxknwpdtQc5jSJ7G9B3JWHCWLvWeV56sZayf7Ezuu13zHhtwMomTic4PpJU9oL11LrD9y84uJBghdogEGCLzaK-cksmA59iCVAyHQotOlTuKHGlciJK-mZZCUqMFwJk2yLkfuPoqnst918GCAU61Tf6EEeRI5Tl6gjg6SDJL13Jfg6sjgvEKQsY2DuqQNXRdjkZ1P4u9qJkjs80UFHta2S0msSD6sJJhG-ip8A4KESzx8XhoSBUc2RXD5YCKeh1KUVEdZnFqcLBMLaocFsIQeA_9sf5T2508oNj1I8QjKlxuRZ0N-Qs9WQi7te7XdVzkX7itffEF8Ple2lT8lGRmW_mvskaZDJSZlb2J7qR-laGM94PZrkwgy65SjNZPexgixourqePHjBnUuY5_19QI3XQjplXd4p0wjzRzl_pPmqo1slBIumGcBM3NNMv3VMJq5E4Qj4pfK8yiqcmcJuJMOskrT=w960-h720-no)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 18, 2017, 14:06:18 PM
Lovely work Lowena!

 I'd just read that you were having trouble getting your pictures up on here and hoped someone would be able to help you...Thank you, Iminei.

Your stitches are so neat and even. I'd be hopeless at that.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 18, 2017, 14:16:31 PM
Thanks a million Imi  <3 I'd come back on to do it myself ( now I'm calmer  :| ) and am very grateful to you  <3
Thanks Imi and Sandra for your kind words, I'm quietly pleased with it and will deffo do more Sashiko  :ninja:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Pearl on June 18, 2017, 14:18:05 PM
Lovely work Lowena!

Your stitches are so neat and even. I'd be hopeless at that.


I agree with every word of this, Sandra.  I'd be hopeless at that (not you).
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 18, 2017, 14:26:34 PM
Thank you Pearl, there was a lot of unpicking  :D
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on June 18, 2017, 15:42:12 PM
Lowena, that is lovely, it's the first actual sashiko thing I've seen - I've only seen examples of the stitches before.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 18, 2017, 15:45:10 PM
Lowena that's a fantasitc bit of work; proper Sachiko embroidery :flower: :flower: :flower:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 18, 2017, 15:51:36 PM
OMG Lowena, I've just asked Mr Google about "Sashiko" (ignorance is not always bliss!!) and I realise you've done that BY HAND :thread:!
Wish there was an emoji for "feints clean away"!  You are my hero!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 18, 2017, 16:29:10 PM
Thank you so much girls. It isn't difficult or I wouldn't be able to do it  :D However it is fiddly ( quite a bit of unpicking  :| ) I really enjoyed doing it and will definitely do more. I'm thinking of making a small quilt using Kantha quilting next 
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Pearl on June 18, 2017, 17:59:18 PM
I did a kantha workshop a couple of years ago.  I loved it.  Looking forward to seeing your quilt.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: supergran on June 18, 2017, 19:33:14 PM
Lowena, your cushion is gorgeous! How do you make your stitches so even and neat? I would never be able to do that. <3
Also, what is kantha quilting??? I think I've heard of it, but not seen it.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Pearl on June 19, 2017, 07:36:24 AM
Also, what is kantha quilting??? I think I've heard of it, but not seen it.

Supergran, Brenda explains it on this thread.

http://thesewingplace.org.uk/index.php/topic,1457.0.html#lastPost
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 19, 2017, 10:30:44 AM
I've made my obi for my kimono  :)

I've had a rummage through my stash and found some simple, navy blue fabric which I thought would contrast nicely with it.

It was quite a floppy fabric so I lined it with some Egyptian cotton sheeting to give it a bit more body.

(http://i.imgur.com/vTNuKV8l.jpg)

The finished length of it, according to the pattern, should be twice my waist, plus 42" for the knot...( it looks very, very long ><)... I made it just over 3" wide.

I've found this proper obi out of my stuff to show you. I thought it might be of interest.

(http://i.imgur.com/orgWgqgl.jpg)

I bought it a few years ago out of some birthday money. The width of it is 12" and it's over 13 feet long. :o It's quite stiff...must be uncomfortable to wear.

(http://i.imgur.com/RA616OBl.jpg)

I'll try to get my daughter to take some photo's of me in my finished kimono so you can all see.

Sandra.
xxx




Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 19, 2017, 10:33:34 AM
The stiffness is good. Not very uncomfortable to wear as it holds itself together very well.

That's a beautiful obi. I'd suggest a hand in getting it all on and right. All my Japanese friends do it for each other as it's super hard to get right on your own if you don't do it every day!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on June 19, 2017, 10:50:17 AM
Oh, do we have to post photos part way through? I was just going to do it at the end :( I'm quite a long way through it now  -<

No, only at the end if you wish. You're welcome to share as you go (it is a sewalong after all) but only need to enter pictures at the end officially.

You do, however, have to include a picture of your fabric before cutting and a mid-construction photo along with your final entry pic, as per the rules.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 19, 2017, 10:57:39 AM
Thanks Francesca, I'm not eligible to enter so have just posted a piccy anyway  :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 19, 2017, 10:59:12 AM
Make another Low !!!! or a cushionette ... and take the pics!!!

Please enter your cushion is FAB!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: supergran on June 19, 2017, 12:14:16 PM
Thanks Pearl, I'd missed that post. Thank you Brenda for the links, very interesting. Sadly my arthritis won't let me hand sew for more than a few minutes at a time, so I'm unlikely to be trying it myself, but I am in awe of the beauty in the simplicity of it.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 19, 2017, 12:28:52 PM
Finished properly the Liberty cotton pleated dress. Now with fitted side seams around the bust. Still very pink ;) but looks ok, not very flattering for the figure but I made it and it works!

Now to get on with the chiffon one! It's the right weather for it!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 19, 2017, 16:31:37 PM
You will need to be quick if you want to use these as a sewalong entry, but Doughty's Online (https://www.doughtysonline.co.uk/quilting-fabric/japanese-prints-by-cosmo-and-sevenberry/new-in-sevenberry-japanese-prints/) have a new batch of Japanese fabrics - one of them is a printed version of the Sachiko pattern Lowena used for her cushion.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 19, 2017, 17:18:32 PM
Quick ...

I need a lil kimono jacket type pattern for those scrummy double sided Japanese prints Brenda's   aka :devil: just tempted us with!

(https://www.doughtysonline.co.uk/images/product/photo-double-sided-japanese-sevenberry-june-seventeen002.jpg)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 19, 2017, 17:31:59 PM
Don't show the printed fabric, it really shows up my inadequacies  :D
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 19, 2017, 17:38:28 PM
No it doesn't - it shows your skills :loveit:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 20, 2017, 06:29:03 AM
I agree Brenda,

Stop being silly, Low...
that cushion is gorgeous and I want one! (And the nearest I could get would be the printed version !)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Pearl on June 20, 2017, 07:33:51 AM
Last night (Monday) on BBC4 Handmade in Japan.  The Kimono.  Can be viewed on catch-up.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 20, 2017, 08:47:41 AM
I need to catch up on all these Japanese programmes.

 My dad said the Samurai sword maker was incredible.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 20, 2017, 20:53:47 PM
I have almost finished the chiffon dress! Surprisingly I didn't fied the chiffon too hard to work with but I am having hemming difficulties which I think are chiffon related! And a french seam to  invisible zip problem which comes from half remembering a guide and forgetting something important!

I've got to hand sew the last few bits on the yoke to secure the facings and hide some seam allowances. I'll take photos of my awful hand sewing ar I'm doing it. Also it's really see through. Indecently so! But I love it so I'll work something out.

Have attached a picture of the yoke and shoulders which I'm super pleased with! Not pressed yet as I need to finish sewing it.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 20, 2017, 21:11:01 PM
That's lovely, I like the colours  :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 20, 2017, 21:42:20 PM
Beautiful, I love the colours
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Vegegrow on June 20, 2017, 22:03:30 PM
'didn't find the chiffon too hard to work with but I am having hemming difficulties '

https://oliverands.com/community/blog/2014/04/narrow-hem-with-ban-rol.html

bought mine from the English couture company https://englishcouture.co.uk/product/ech58-banrol-belt-backing/

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 21, 2017, 07:17:02 AM
F A B U lous Syrinx ...... Wonderful!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 21, 2017, 10:19:21 AM
That's lovely Syrinx :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on June 21, 2017, 21:49:00 PM
Hey everyone,

Sorry it's late but I have a banner for you all!

(http://thesewingplace.org.uk/banners/japanese.jpg)

Pop this code in your signature:

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Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 21, 2017, 22:50:31 PM
Hey everyone,

Sorry it's late but I have a banner for you all!

(http://thesewingplace.org.uk/banners/japanese.jpg)

Pop this code in your signature:

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Thanks Fran  :)  I've not done this before so I hope it shows up  :vintage:


Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 21, 2017, 23:00:06 PM
Ooooh, my bag feet have arrived- need to play catch up now,
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 22, 2017, 08:01:41 AM
Same here, I finally got my lining fabric in the post. Washed it and ironed it last night.
I hope everyone's project is coming along well!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 22, 2017, 09:46:38 AM
My project was started, finished, found to be ineligible and discarded all before I got the banner, :D :D but thanks anyway Fran. Hope you're feeling ok now  <3
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Zigzag on June 22, 2017, 20:25:09 PM
I have attached the Japanese Sewalong banner to my signature.  It is really pretty and I hope that I am eligible to have done this.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 22, 2017, 20:33:22 PM
Just watched .. The Kimono ... part of BBC 4's Japanese season .... Amazing!!!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p054mclh/ad/handmade-in-japan-series-1-2-the-kimono (http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p054mclh/ad/handmade-in-japan-series-1-2-the-kimono)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 22, 2017, 22:49:43 PM
Thanks for the link, Iminei! Just watched it too.
I grew up in Japan but never new what "tsumugi" was until today, let alone what Oshima tsumugi was. Thanks to the sewalong, I am less ignorant about Japanese culture today :ninja:
I might just have to go to https://hyperjapan.co.uk/ (https://hyperjapan.co.uk/)  :P
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 22, 2017, 23:05:40 PM
Just watched .. The Kimono ... part of BBC 4's Japanese season .... Amazing!!!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p054mclh/ad/handmade-in-japan-series-1-2-the-kimono (http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p054mclh/ad/handmade-in-japan-series-1-2-the-kimono)

Thanks Imi, I just downloaded it On Demand!  :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 23, 2017, 07:13:11 AM
I grew up in Japan but never new what "tsumugi" was

One of my early wall-hangings was a kit I snaffled off fleabay, that was called Tsumugi boxes ......

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/POm9aqUIuSScvs_0BSKiuTY3jrkDXLJvTAreO9sunLSpUk75lwR9W6bD-e0029A1cqxdgo7gdb6XMXAvlSqM3alqPs884q0i9wJJXLOwBirA7efe3NABq32RolGo_6fcLmHmZfv8E14tCo3y0WkjgbtJH8Ke47LqJOlQKFLeGh_vaYU7F91mKmHYNoeaTy5SUAKJcMB74511MTqtIcHVZTZuHnPOguGtuuNcfo9tqzwE_4uisAIp2Hbyi88S4prbES0Z2r8Ryw9gNgUo6bzIBhlnj5mT6wCGj9kGU_vXAGf5xf1eRtE_auQYi9ffcisH0Q_5oMBuGpI7gCk0no9I9ohXey5vkISwkCv0SL_p6nmdB1kfakrD1-VhV4u2zo0rAT8ZE8k0gJynxPS3OmlQfXPQIOmmfLbRmR6yTiQPLwSfFohPOjZEIQcwbjYlhS5gyVLJKqSk2zfXgDVYviyjzr-X9Q3jfu8zSPmj_ATQoSy7WNLBWOk38asnRrSzDvwkePCd72GtOOBkQM29hJZGDsCzIXz5U1h74oMeiwvFO6bSW-e1W00-H55ncfvNnFYeBuNFQgjW2ys5qG8x9NQ97aoP9mK8_VA98VrXo_pKkEVs9Q=w1053-h789-no)

https://goo.gl/photos/oAm86CbbqvzKriNbA (https://goo.gl/photos/oAm86CbbqvzKriNbA)

I wonder if that was  the material in the kit ???? It frayed like billyo!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 23, 2017, 08:06:12 AM
That is very pretty, Iminei.

Tsumugi kimono is made out of yarn-dyed silk, and the silk thread is not wound, but rather just pulled out and the patterns are created by weaving. (Thus tsumugi is typically earthy toned, as opposed to the vibrant colored ones with flowers and fans painted on that are woven from undyed silk.) Because of the way the thread is pulled by hand (and the fibers are shorter), the fabric will have knobs or small dots in it.

The grey and dark blue fabric in your tsumugi box might well be tsumugi!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 23, 2017, 09:06:19 AM
I've got that kit to make.

 Bought two? years ago from the Festival of Quilts. The packaging says...'traditional Japanese tsumugi cottons and a choice of Japanese cottons for centres'.
Mine are black and an earthy brown, so that sounds right...and it's a bit slubby too.

I love the Japanese stalls at FOQ. They have some lovely kits. I love the little fabric packs they sell too.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 23, 2017, 10:23:42 AM
I've got that kit to make.

Make it then!!!!

Spray starch the fabric to cut down the fraying, and don't cut what you won't be sewing within 1/2 an hour!
It is a very effective hanging...everybody comments on it when they walk in to our kitchen diningroom
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 23, 2017, 12:47:15 PM
Ladies, I'm back in the ring!

That Doughtys Japanese reversible fabric that Brenda sooo craftily waved under our noses earlier this week
(you naughty lil minx Brenda!!!  :devil: ) is just too gorgeous too resist and rumagging through the old trunk from my years gone by, guess what I found ???

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/10l_DHclS-GbdDK6W-_3grF9Ddt7RDWX3VbeJh9H4keN7zhQ2ryWU6VyFuBphmQ0atV2wXM_YaLx3Ta6owcwVLiuhBCdpl7jlmf_Ln6uainhzAaFAgJFi2zG4iUTxsKxkdq8A-R5Me3AIo66zjrYHxdP0_P8RakRX842oQhmSXzB9IziqsDMS6y9fdxNePgVSginRCgzYemImt5lzwFz_VH9F-v_46VicFt6dpP7TbO6FOFDsAfq5YuJML3lgbsbjHVtqzXVUdtxt_Cb_mL4eGi-4cG73Sk8VPqN-kQiq22AYqDgRvw_IIc6dcUDCQSrVcVBeFHdxUN1IrZF5Y1A9C6EL55IRxH0s-qJk6XPGbNheczeI3FJELslBxLpbaHXa8-BuKiPQQHcbCvnw_KUsNjvOxLDvVfv7k6_Rimq0IPLZ-s_AQILKhKsoz5j5Zk6TBxDYEDZquUeq4FNeIEOz_-90RXCdNtG2bmI7TPwECLPijvWPrFek2fVPS_JyGfPV7CUCAjpfTt_X7zZloSs6dapu9m9hNOmt31a0Q8CRQPRCdm93CSUVy7LkXFWUrDrc3V2RUNjQea49dMSVX86cDV0mQJAkZdnjCriOTLeeUyByUE_bpdMDcI4iNX8koL3lxP5T2C8vk2-O7N0ZZbqNW2TKwKPjl0_NrP6=w590-h789-no)

So I'm going for it...

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/5Z53qpO3SKMRLoKu6Jyz4T5yPwZgS0roO41-HC0iNVmTnZh419ckpDNVgVFhmABriKPowSeNb_2x-ynwi_--jHoilKzGiWXoi_0O0jfWrlybLkBy4a_fD_8s_Cl7g4qnvzdFactLcZIyllAkkMduqP2MTIG6Cr-Djffu4S0Yai46xuD6xNTRL8bHylcYkn0VrMDXelfOvhMGNOuHy9XiRSoxIW7UQKuAqwWZ40CH2X_gG_RVruqguXUoF5durAMd8fMrSS0LeTjC9BUoX3Zu56i8jsD7MhOvyUQqjGi4xekX_dKO0rRdr4ZxRQZHy7KKQPH92XEhIkIeKFDgYGyyt9SiBZfNL4eJQIWB2GUpcbevadACotz8JBe3ZEvrIe-ga3umh57YN9zl4908RJHKop561JR5GgmHN_MPMJVzJeceWRU7PUh9XoQ5WCqojihprSN4pfmFA_Q-64tEEiLBY4prWVJ3TjWkSOjztFkezoiqS-MojMPa0-XCA3kUpW1ehC6xpuIhPlSl3DCcEfPmA-0_Q1qEaAwZ1qwn7YPXq4qeR0NbzGsnjFZb0xn3ywL4jBJSKXKZOIjrlcopPp9LcsUS7-jhqie6JZPNZslEKQdoOBEdt3kEChDdRH9J6U1cEcbR5jKzmigtQRGtNW-_iho3Hbu1cjOGAOo3=w1057-h789-no)

Questions;

There's tons of pattern pieces for facings but I want to make this a simple reversible Jacket....

Am I being stupid here, it has occurred to me that armhole seams might not be easily made neat.
I was thinking of french seaming and then stitching the french seams flat on sides seams etc. ... thoughts???

Should I cut another facing for the neck/shoulder area (see how fluent I am in the rag trade lingo ...NOT) out of the fabric  and stitch it down flat rather then leaving it flapping around

I see some of you are actually covering up your eyes in disbelief now...and was that a "Oh Good Grief" I heard from the direction of the North East??????

Don't worry about the fact the collar thingymies are not on the seam, they are in my eyes ... I mean how was I to know they printed different collar patterns for all the different sizes???

Also how long should the sleeves be...If I measure the pattern piece for the sleeves it comes out as 24 3/4" !!!!
I must be a midget or something as my arms from shoulder to wrist is about 20"!!!
What should a 3/4 length sleeve measure ???

https://goo.gl/photos/gmR3qo7eTDfnfDDH7 (https://goo.gl/photos/gmR3qo7eTDfnfDDH7)

Any help, tips and advice would be gratefully received....
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 23, 2017, 13:20:40 PM
Ladies, I'm back in the ring!

That Doughtys Japanese reversible fabric that Brenda sooo craftily waved under our noses earlier this week
(you naughty lil minx Brenda!!!  :devil: ) is just too gorgeous too resist and rumagging through the old trunk from my years gone by, guess what I found ???

Any help, tips and advice would be gratefully received....

Iminei that looks amazing - tips and advice from me?? Absolutely-flippin-not!  :pattern: WELL beyond my capailities!!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 23, 2017, 13:23:54 PM
For a Newbie, could someone in the know advise please?
WHEN said article for the  OJS is finished how do I send it to Francesca - is it by PM??
Ta frightfully.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Missie on June 23, 2017, 13:40:59 PM
Can we have a "Voyeur" banner for the sewalongs please.  I would so love to join in but I have so little time that I just wouldn't complete them within the timeframe.  I'm therefore doing them vicariously and think I should have a little banner as well  0_0

Loving some of the fabrics and ideas!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 23, 2017, 14:43:29 PM
Can we have a "Voyeur" banner for the sewalongs please.

hahahahhahaha Love it!!!!!

Yes, Fran Can we??? Or explain to me (in ways a two year old would understand) how and I will!
Fran is terribly busy, you know, works all hours!

Lizzie.....
the rules for the sewalong are (in brief)

You must post 5 times in this thread,
You can show your progress if you want but don't have to,
You do have to take pics of the uncut fabric, halfway though construction and the finished article (at the bare minimum)

At the end send the pics to Fran via whatever media you use...

I use picasa (aka Google photos)

You do not need to send the finished article to anyone (unless I fancy it then you may need to send the finished article to me for further inspection and testing)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 23, 2017, 14:54:58 PM
Can we have a "Voyeur" banner for the sewalongs please.

hahahahhahaha Love it!!!!!

Yes, Fran Can we??? Or explain to me (in ways a two year old would understand) how and I will!
Fran is terribly busy, you know, works all hours!

Lizzie.....


I use picasa (aka Google photos)

You do not need to send the finished article to anyone (unless I fancy it then you may need to send the finished article to me for further inspection and testing)

Thank you, I've just seen an 'email' button so I'll mail them to her.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 23, 2017, 19:52:55 PM
Progress pics ladies......

https://goo.gl/photos/gmR3qo7eTDfnfDDH7 (https://goo.gl/photos/gmR3qo7eTDfnfDDH7)

Bit worried about setting the sleeves in and how to finish the seams but Que Sera sera ...
Here's a taster if you don't want to divert from TSP ...

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/7Xnuo3vczqINe2mzV3AiBrPWjefFgBFWzI3jS4VG5Wk7I2-kMeanZ1c8bDdCz1bACb0y2yF69i4K_K-fq0feGdQ3JdIP-i5RLYmNp-Lw97hUhgM7vlBewZ2gpJwvvr_g0cljRDdBW8FmhBcE3nKoTU6XF6DIBc0FKCCaZ3PYZYQY7J-YSUyjd4NFmOQrXf4V31tbQpbEZzemCOKal-KytmepPWn9UH0YLc0DioeDyUQEy83T_0XTftguPdaxhZl30DWLAMXTbKMn9AF_VvofF88PC8YBd6OE5fLXqndSd_0KqlSLqANr84TnEeFb_Vsd86ZUtUV4QOotR0KgUK0mg3c5XLNZCAorGOoomVnW2w2Xs5-aTPrWu7_Q1vItaLgsqTjkgB7rE94zSNpKT4zKA8SL-yLpt1nJ-vTOFOs0GNqBBmjuhz0HQ3Y2w-J-R-OIFckqN8yxO3aIfHvqaOeE1KdzusK3Lr8U27x4Mwemg_a9ewrIsZMfL_Rtp5F7FKLPhIuDUTOnAeY52pLgohatewmqCxmVu4NHOGhpWz_g66tlg7M3PlH1DGv6KunkyYyMQQ2LZjtnxbvnPEvcbLiPuFQ5vNUw1NZiq0baXjvfG9pz9TOYrijfHWZptv5kceOstvnoUBm4FZZwVUsAaQ0NHkEMKdLSfB4_agj6=w1057-h789-no)


Any clues on neat shoulder seams and how to insert the sleeves ???

Please remember that I don't sew garments so please keep technical terms to a minimum!

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 23, 2017, 21:45:38 PM
I have found this email address, am hoping it's the right one for the entries
sewalongs@thesewingplace.org.uk
Only putting it on here so I can find it if I ever get this bag finished  :\
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on June 23, 2017, 22:17:51 PM
Iminei, how can you doubt your ability to sew garments when you can produce a welt pocket like that?
If it's to be reversible then I can only think of a flat fell seam so there are no visible raw edges.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 23, 2017, 22:44:00 PM
Imi, that's fabulous, I thought you said you can't sew garments!  I haven't made anything as involved as that for over forty years!  I only sew simple things now because that's what I like to wear.

Well done!   :toast:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 23, 2017, 22:47:35 PM
She keeps very quiet about the fact that she was / is an ace waistcoat maker  ;) Your work here proves you never lose the art Imi  <3
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 24, 2017, 07:59:20 AM
Waistcoats dont have sleeves, Low!!

Flat fell seam ??? I know that's what jeans have but how???

I have French seamed the shoulders and then sewn them down, would that be the same ???
It looks quite neat ...

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/5B06Toa5n_rZZtOiQgtygFYJsd8qUn6o2nU2SyCgaRZMwTq71YZyFHsbGbOt1vArnxmzDavtqm-oS_HekK3jduTlFbM5__m9mc-f3NqZcO9mjEwSgLgCPipyEKUEj4rNSFhDZY0qK083xBtmy615qsKA-08hwwYUsy_aBmfQsTINOSUlNO56SE5ULjicgy8L62Vr4132T1khWc3LZF2OcFKQyWqMgKmsw9kqZixBDka5v_TQVFYNW6z_LeyK4sRtM46yPC46WTWZdNV29qCGR1tNgKX2QMpQAxtyeYR5yPXlOaGJTXUmu2KjRCqymB0-z6DHAdgeHdvTzRefz3RqKxEfCbS5wdUzipSVhOm__5ZhBLGKsHCssCEVMuTqdyLcQ3rGg8UMVcwvxqwBdoNeiuk8VmhJ0wdijxOTpYVeo_MSPds45GTB3nQAaKJDJBKCBiZUyhS_MQ_PIpZHFo9WI9mAe6dxQ34IMAnRiEpRE8_NxFtFEVqhrfOy2QF-28VBC3Ls1fP7fRrIf8sC_e7k6Ya-NPOUrkrHflRS9-FYYD6Esq1nQ6ECbdCHvJL_BU_ne1XzBhBFnMeesRR84fn6KbTh8wVWq8ad0pPaN8I3HJzQLbCF9gBZ_PM2swKzXxnw3RL9xBvj5IHGl8UCk5v0HUHj-7RPx7v_2_1h=w590-h789-no)


https://goo.gl/photos/gmR3qo7eTDfnfDDH7 (https://goo.gl/photos/gmR3qo7eTDfnfDDH7)


... this is the 'wrong' side .

I have done that with the back and bust darts too ... and plan on doing that with the side seams.
My BIG worry is setting the sleeves in

Q; When I made Imself's djellaba's (which ironically was when I first started with the old forum), I think I remember sewing the side seams and the sleeves at the same time.

If you can imagine it; joining front and back at the shoulders and adding the open sleeves to the armholes and then going from cuff up the sleeve and down the sides ...

Would that be a way to do it do you think???
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 24, 2017, 08:23:11 AM
Flat felled seams are usually used for men's shirts at the side seams and the armhole seams (as well as jeans as you mentioned).

1. Sew at the seam line right sides together.
2. Trim one of the seam allowance narrower.
3. Wrap the wider seam allowance over the narrower seam allowance and top stitch it down.
(http://www.backpacking.net/makegear/tarptent3/ffseam2.jpg)

Flat felled seam will be less bulky than stitched-down french seam. (one layer less)
If the sleeve head is not too high, you can totally put in the sleeves flat (sew the shoulder seams of the bodice, then attach the sleeves "flat", then sew one continuous seam from cuff to hem) instead of setting in (shoulder and side seam sewn, sew the under arm seam of the sleeve, then sew the sleeves in "round").

If you can put the sleeves in flat, then it's easier to flat fell the side & underarm seams too.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 24, 2017, 08:26:11 AM
Imi, the biggest difference would be that a flat felled seam is on the outside and the french on the inside. Flat felled seams are also less bulky. Here's how you can make them (https://www.craftsy.com/blog/2013/05/seam-series-how-to-sew-a-flat-fell-seam/).
What you are talking about regarding the sleeves is sewing "in the flat" instead of the traditional "in the round" where you sew the sleeve after you sew the side seams. It works for sleeves with a lower cap and/or that don't have a lot of ease or for stretch fabrics. If they have a lot of ease you get a better result if you sew them in the round.
Edit: Hachi beat me to it with a great explanation :) I'll just leave this here tho, in case anyone needs to see pictures of how it's done.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Hachi on June 24, 2017, 08:32:48 AM
Jo,
Hooray for our synchronized brain  :D
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 24, 2017, 08:37:30 AM
Thank you Girls....

I wish I had known that before FS'ing them as the FS's do have a bit of bulk to them, on the wrong (red) sides,  but hey ho!
the stitches are too tiny (and the fabric, which incidentally sews like butter, glorious !!!) does fray quite a bit so I'm not unpicking and redoing! Might try that with the sides seams tho'!

Do you think, considering the pattern I'm making, I can put the sleeves in flat ???
The destructions want me to set  them in already sewn.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 24, 2017, 08:49:48 AM
If it were me, I'd give it a try :) The foolproof version: measure armscyes and sleeve cap, see how much of a difference there is -> that's ease. If it's a little, go for flat. If a lot...well, you know your easing and sewing skills :)
The lazy version: just baste them together. If it sews nicely and there ar no puckers you're good to go.
Edit: forgot to add: always sew with the longer side facing the feed dogs, they help with easing.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 24, 2017, 08:55:15 AM
Flat fell seam ??? I know that's what jeans have but how???

I have French seamed the shoulders and then sewn them down, would that be the same ???
It looks quite neat ...


French seams stitched down would be a bit bulkier than a flat fell seam.
https://www.craftsy.com/blog/2013/05/seam-series-how-to-sew-a-flat-fell-seam/ (https://www.craftsy.com/blog/2013/05/seam-series-how-to-sew-a-flat-fell-seam/)
is photographic instructions for sewing a flat fell seam.

It's a bit tricky getting all the way along a sleeve seam on the second pass - you will probably have to do it in two halves.

As for attaching the sleeves; traditional way for most garments is shoulder and side seams, then sleeve seam and then set the sleeve into the hole.  Shirt method is shoulder seams, then top of sleeve into open armhole, then side seam and sleeve seam on one pass.  In reality you can do either method for almost any garment though the more fitted it is the better it will sit if you use the first (set-in) method.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 24, 2017, 09:26:41 AM
measure armscyes and sleeve cap,  ????!!!  :S Yer whaterme what ???

always sew with the longer side facing the feed dogs, they help with easing.

Thx I didn't know that ...

you will probably have to do it in two halves. ???!!!  :o

So with the pattern I'm making which would be the best method ???

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 24, 2017, 09:34:04 AM
It's a jacket, right? If yes, I would sew in the round, as BrendaP said, it tends to look better
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 24, 2017, 13:07:27 PM
I finally finished my Origami bodice pattern. Took me the whole morning. Not that it's very hard to do, I'm just rather slow :)
Sewed a front to test the look. Not bad me thinks.
I was planning on using scuba to make it. It doesn't hold creases all that well, so I was thinking of using some woven interfacing to give it a bit of stiffness. Anything wrong with that idea?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 24, 2017, 15:35:44 PM
It's looking good, Jo. :)

Most people would avoid attempting such a complicated pattern piece.

Sorry, I can't advise on the scuba/interfacing question. I don't do enough dressmaking to be able to help.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Vegegrow on June 24, 2017, 15:46:02 PM
Jo.... not sure about interfacing and scuba Catlar works with it a lot she may know..
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 24, 2017, 15:53:04 PM
Well, I went ahead and interfaced it. Worst case...I ruin some fabric and learn something, right?
Sewed up the front, went great. The interfacing gives scuba more structure and stability. It is a bit bulky in some places, I'll see if I can do some seam grading.
Gotta cut & sew the back, hopefully will get the bodice done today.
Sandra, I find it's the best way to learn. Fingers crossed it's smooth sailing until the end :)
Edit: Sewed the back and...well, let's just say I'm not pleased. Will probably have to sew up the darts as there's WAY too much ease on top.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 27, 2017, 06:36:58 AM
Well this is where I'm at with the JapJacket .....

https://goo.gl/photos/gmR3qo7eTDfnfDDH7 (https://goo.gl/photos/gmR3qo7eTDfnfDDH7)

And now...To sleeve or not to sleeve, that is the question

It does seem an awful lot of fabric to stuff in quite a tight hole.

This is a picture of the collar when it looked really good ...

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/qeI5wGag_wXRgMP4-K4I674C0486cZA8SrZ0fPmBOqJYkPQl638_yS4AUxk7XmoZeXtyTSxt3nnuWLNfanYdH4Zgm8Nm4dIpxzV8D92iQ8lAe11-CNSE3TnCRlZQd7l19aTtk8KqvktXGV_GV63KqmTg5QTxUrj7vj9LUuO1gS4QJ2cZwgAnOAfqVgZKq5dW9ZFlT_9f6GXCvi-xW7Mn46rgTyrk6ZSzfczT26g_xePrwQm9zIjYn4pSiqSWlOpGkIbxP-sF2AkqSKBdAmFK21lrHgKjc4M6kP7rYKZJN1cmvpqSXv5vmtDTTBTYr0TSueSy75dyXMtD1PuowzE9t5PqZuWyV4jysHhwpQfW9dMjS-CwL2xCqISApqUWwLcwXuwKWv6rXrx0gWnlQJPC_mu3LDShhJjYztaqJEgf6a5w0LV8W7aUFTsFIngQ3SjmdDNNjC0HKmfk65BNf1ybr_FCXqPL2WFqA6CC0lsM06okG3wQ-Gh5vfNBZBi5hs0RDqyiF1WQFztmToW1vQj4sRH-r4zCyeKCa-rqoTrqAHieLUWkeQjPTJ4uJtHhMXNc70NWrXFZTtLYbIzP3Ih9OgOScFUerXu1MpPdJJzS6SWUmcD9kUmaAHxi465uXIQF_2AFQNQo3UC6xSY0JdEm3QRzeAUY1H-SXZic=w1053-h789-no)

but since I've sewn down the facing its not as crisp looking.  :(
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 27, 2017, 07:08:54 AM
That is SO lovely, Imi  <3
Regarding the sleeves, gather them a little between the notches before sewing, it will help :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 27, 2017, 11:13:07 AM
measure armscyes and sleeve cap,  ????!!!  :S Yer whaterme what ???

The armscye is the curved edge of the bodice (top part of a garment) which goes from the shoulder seam down the back to the side seam and then up the side of the front to where it began at the shoulder seam.
http://web.mit.edu/knoiva/www/Old/apparel/terms/construction/armscye.html (http://web.mit.edu/knoiva/www/Old/apparel/terms/construction/armscye.html)

Sleeve cap is the top bit of a sleeve and the top edge of it is stitched to the armscye.
http://iconicpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/sleeve.jpg (http://iconicpatterns.com/wp-content/uploads/sleeve.jpg)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 27, 2017, 13:35:46 PM
Now I have just had reinforced why I'll never attempt to make clothes  :D
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on June 27, 2017, 14:34:06 PM
When did armholes become armscyes?  I will continue to call them armholes.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 27, 2017, 14:54:48 PM
Apparently quite a long time ago: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armscye  :D
I don't think it matters much how we call them, they reffer to the same thing anyway.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 27, 2017, 16:46:48 PM
Now I have just had reinforced why I'll never attempt to make clothes  :D
And I am on your team right at your side - it's so scarily complicated!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on June 27, 2017, 16:53:29 PM
I've finished my entry!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lyn-J on June 27, 2017, 17:04:38 PM
Duh! I knew there was something I was meant to be doing!
I haven't even started my skirt  :S
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 27, 2017, 17:09:31 PM
I've finished my entry!

Well done you - it's a relief isn't it??
I finished mine today too and have sent my entry in to Fran - hopefully to the right email address!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 28, 2017, 10:25:54 AM
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/hBaTJSwaMNFeaWVCwlFUlV2wEYB2f00efz3hr0LAFjV1upHUM4gNsKR9OQeUXT5UKytnvhrxGHlZ_o2VAQykfOYK1kEHSWoSFysL90F9p9SMQM49ARgZqjLL0g-gPV4_99Cb_wuXARtEZjI-VnIsPmdRw07kbNYoqunyRj4XdTD1oZi9_Br2jv7VNol6SexHPeINF5HI4RyqYOiKjQF5ARRShxDtjqlUTAhT9cis4bzdAHrrTGtGhC08NmvdA0aJI70gwHtjwYdIb544LcMJlCqHtxvqtGZbE7qY8tCfgelBtXsMuZkbA98xqCWWTnkog_bRG4V-tOa7NUMvH4NY0VRI5w_s5u-LCiNXFSrG3PkzQu3HTeHe71dTwjl2-9x2Fbaja9GkM_cMC_swjGxZ-ap_BGLip2Vi45QJA2bhBd36ogn4aNqQ7jhIdBvuJEQzhh1Rh8zmUqltOTzKdVZNsfC67XrrdKcQZyn0gmM90LqdfwwjriZH0Tgy61pHPVQYYqZ20CSI8C4PucRG5DhlXYmtzCm7Few6xfawNsgb0W6_2SFirtSs-IVXtev3zn5719mpLea_72Y_zJInZUCZKspl7zxqkZpDeEwgme7Ej_0uwJVYSTd7UzsVkrHzF_Gz5UtxK_Qt-fsHfXfCBv1kp8TIECuw0cZYmuPi=w590-h789-no)

This is the yet unseamed sleeve and the hole it has to fit ... What do we think?

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/rQ-xqqczW5QspN3eearR77NJ0okCdX9MMyBvV1XfJusJ3fj9EpSXPdJ6wnMAHqi-t06qbPnRQrhfY3_PCi-NvwxmKdbK7VS9b6qz34fuEnQiXMxT_hBFBOiAlGiSaRThTdWZPWTFnhMe1ikKpNFAJfs8h6iN1w-7sSbg6dyUyWXT1iT3-aF34NXPW13Hw5SDbgNAqWhv1mVTtpOM5kk-cc67QvsUYZKgP5hrH45KIP2-6Y7-_lMTDzshZ7cKnXYiE9M_tKZJiuFa7AnSCMD7AArzUkzcsH4Z6zKgiJxm1RFSgrGKQggWYq2o0R7HkPt8kqwm0AI7bK-5zm7qvDTeJuOyHT8biVDy4sqBDSsotOFx1PKjs6l_yZWoeXC45fe3Epzb2kqh3SpSyxqBYFAghbxsMfPGnG7FuCaOoXLKixjBZDjI3JLu_I6V4D6Kfnt7rgHJbzjTaAGEhdx2zE11bRprRrW3Fmdci0LVaHx2Lmg33nBHXJGA7LKGo8dIVREIIAUXLDBUgQ6VWbPwIxMI2iY2dQcYdVgndFQWmpFp2NKwV0wYFHBNr6FLR5gx8acrAJczrM5YI4FTzbPaGlOVd2KPuk9FK0Tcm17DXCO5YxqgRjsVN7wNtG5PgXmsalR1AtRjmox40UlKW6tyVzz1bQQvOnuu8W7wbnT6=w590-h789-no)

And upset by the collar, I have unpicked the facing around it and trimmed the bulk.
It now lies much flatter and looks smoother but do I now resew the facing ?? and if so, by hand or machine ?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 28, 2017, 10:41:13 AM
When did armholes become armscyes?  I will continue to call them armholes.

I think that technically armscye refers to the curve on the pattern, but once once cut out and stitched together they are armholes. >:)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: b15erk on June 28, 2017, 10:43:50 AM
Im, by the time you have done the seams on the sleeve, it will already be a lot smaller.  Then you need to gather between your marks, and ease it in gently.  There should be no gathers showing unless they are required for the pattern.

A lot of people sew the sleeves in with the sleeve on the feed dogs, to help to feed the fabric in smoothly, but I just use a seam ripper or small screwdriver, to hold the fabric in place.  Your walking foot may help here.

Jessie
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 28, 2017, 11:51:59 AM
Nope cant do it!

Sewn once, .... hideous, now I cant even pin the buggers in place...

There must be more to life than this hell...
Sorry Garment sewists but I really cant! All Hail to you guys!

also despite being cut on the 12 mark, its all getting a tad snug! I expect this is due to French seaming, tho' I doubt 2 1/4 inch seams have taken that much more than your normal sewing seam width for garments (whatever that is)

I also know since the Big M, I have put on a layer of fat all round, but I used to be an 8 and refuse to believe Im now too big for a 12 !

Yet another disaster for me...... 1, 2 and 3!

If anyone ever sees me poking my head round from The Dark Side again ... just wave these garments in my face and shoo me back to where I belong!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sewingsue on June 28, 2017, 12:59:35 PM
Puts head above parapet

Pattern size and RTW size are not the same (as I found out when I started my jacket toile).
If any clothes sewer ventured into the Dark Side, but then ran in the very early stages you would be encouraging them to persevere as they would get better with practice.

Ducks back below parapet
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 28, 2017, 13:19:18 PM
Get yourself back over to TDS where you belong Missus, away from The Scary Scene of garment making...... you know it contains untold unfathomable horrors to the uninitiated!  :o
I bow to the great skill and knowledge of my garmentty friends but notches, interfacing, zips and buttons will remain ( as they should ) a mystery to me...and... Imi, I urge you to follow suit  :D
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 28, 2017, 15:38:04 PM
I shall tell you what pro tailor friend (PTF) said to me about armholes. Machine baste two rows of stitching between your gather notches. Do this inside your seam allowance. Pull the thread to get the excess fabric gathered. Then pin your shoulder seam and gather notches. If needed pin between them. With the gathered fabric in the seam allowance PTF said you should have flat fabric where you are sewing. Always start sewing at a seam - PTF said the arm tube seam is a good one to start at. PTF also said not to sew it in the round. But instead sew it with the jacket to your left and both seam allowances to the right under your foot. That way you can spread the curve out to help keep the gathers in the seam allowance and the fabric flat under the foot. PTF is very good and I did everything except the last tip last time and was amazed at the difference. Felt more like P&Q weirdly. Next time I'll be doing the last tip instead of how I did it.

Do as PTF says! And you shall succeed! Treat it like learning how to sew strips together in P&Q - in alternate directions! to avoid the banana look. ;) practice helps a lot.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: BrendaP on June 28, 2017, 16:42:28 PM
PTF also said not to sew it in the round. But instead sew it with the jacket to your left and both seam allowances to the right under your foot.

I don't quite understand what you mean by that.  :S

To me setting a sleeve in is the same as inserting it in the round, and fairly obviously the bulk of the garment would go to the left of the foot with just the seam allowances to the right.

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 28, 2017, 16:46:03 PM
FREE Japanese sevenberry fabrics reversible jacket ...... just needs arms!

Had enough of this and want rid;
if you think you can rescue this sad sack please pm me with your address and I will send it to you.

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/DMuTHgolzxr8aJ8RjlDfQMqYi5JuCj4dAAPkgiicBIrtadjz51z-40Vu0DV8qj9NzOa-9A0F-vL5ry_tvBNgQH6Fh4DOjcvxvDGUeWV_i7X5MXG3sfPWvaVvdKoynM3L3B11hHZlGLQvjhyn8cAnFJGssASOLG5JQ1-0m5aU1R845PCPyLjyFEt3N9WkSS7m4hWSqE3LsAWhw3Bgf4Mgg2fgvFUG4kekjxaMAGYaAqnNbHK-1OZ375kcsQWPWmPR_vE7130CVdSULAN1svHG4MWlStIKE1e8mE37vfmADXVXDoEIl7kksm4chItn8EAJJ_yT0clWFtIMQqq7B6cpw_PJJggAXtuYADovG_qfDw0SCCTJwGQEQQUMRthO0HVu0Z_DVAzqJfDthXpNVeG7ddzX1V8AjP8m6KwuF0v5j-d8fZ3J3rD17GwKczYcLwqVoO4f1jCmQQ6IqMftAYyoAuL9Fd5p5j-4uy4VbhSXEOw9OJgzFf-OCLzZxf9TiSI67SnM79jdaaZjGjR_a9YNMR5a5sPXf-V72dRVX_5Nfyi4PoC3VU8YN6nF5HOmIAZ-xdr7ZctlqQlbNlNVesMNQmFhDPdv-n5Z1Q83DM-t1eN2v5XyODF9tPMkfyPcEQP5-Fejg0_09SHWvgo-SQMJkgoLwF07suehndBG=w1057-h789-no)

You will get  the jacket, the pattern, one and a third cut sleeves (Don't ask!) and left over fabrics which are probably enough to stage some sort of rescue mission with.

pics of the progress to date here....

https://goo.gl/photos/gmR3qo7eTDfnfDDH7 (https://goo.gl/photos/gmR3qo7eTDfnfDDH7)

It a size 12 so if you would like this or know someone who might, Why not pm with your address !
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Syrinx on June 28, 2017, 17:07:29 PM
Send it to me Imi! I'll do the sleeves and send it back ;) hehe

Brenda, PTF meant treat it like a straight seam, and don't try and use the mini bit of your machine that you use for hemming tubes, just normal bit. (on mine the fat bit slides off). Have the sleeve uppermost, start at a seam and sew like a normal seam.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 28, 2017, 17:16:11 PM
Address please, Syrinx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 28, 2017, 17:47:10 PM
I found a good tut on sleeve insertion:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmO907M0a9Q
 :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 28, 2017, 17:57:51 PM
Thank you everyone ...The truth is obviously that I cant really sew!

It is packed and on its way to Deepest Darkest Hampshire first thing tomorrow

.... and now I can stop being a fool and get back to the Darkest Depths of the Dark Side where I belong!

Good tut Lilian, thank you, just a lil too late!
Makes me feel such a fool! (that I can't do something that she makes look so simple)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Tamnymore on June 28, 2017, 19:18:48 PM
Actually, Imi, your photo shows a really nice, well made, almost finished jacket!! I hope Syrinx can finish it for you and convince you to have another go at garment making after you've had some therapeutic Dark Sidling (or whatever it's called.  ;) )
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 28, 2017, 19:28:56 PM
Thank you everyone ...The truth is obviously that I cant really sew!

It is packed and on its way to Deepest Darkest Hampshire first thing tomorrow

.... and now I can stop being a fool and get back to the Darkest Depths of the Dark Side where I belong!

Good tut Lilian, thank you, just a lil too late!
Makes me feel such a fool! (that I can't do something that she makes look so simple)


Sorry Imi, I have been really busy, must try to finish the hem on my jacket for the Sewalong.

What about the other one you made with the matching front piece, I saw that on your photos - it was lovely!  :)  :vintage:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzy777 on June 28, 2017, 19:43:15 PM
Thank you everyone ...The truth is obviously that I cant really sew!

It is packed and on its way to Deepest Darkest Hampshire first thing tomorrow

.... and now I can stop being a fool and get back to the Darkest Depths of the Dark Side where I belong!

Good tut Lilian, thank you, just a lil too late!
Makes me feel such a fool! (that I can't do something that she makes look so simple)

You can sew otherwise you wouldn't have go as far as you did with the jacket. You just need someone to show you how to insert the sleeves and then you will be fine doing it on your own. You're not a fool, you have done a pretty good job so far with the jacket and I have enjoyed reading your posts and watching the jacket come together.  I would have finished the jacket off for you if syrinx couldn't do it and sent it back to you.  It's important to get the measurements right at the outset and then to keep to seam allowances you decide on right from the outset. It's too easy to lose sight of that I think sometimes?
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 28, 2017, 21:52:50 PM
Oh, Iminei...how disheartening for you. :(

Agree with Lizzy777's comments....It was coming together beautifully.

Now,(wags finger :))... no more nonsense like.... 'I can't really sew' ....Everyone gets something which just won't go together as we'd hoped. (That's why most of us have UFO's piling up)....And, you were working towards a deadline for the sewalong, which has made you feel more under pressure to get it finished.

Hope you'll feel tempted to join in with another sewalong sometime...

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 29, 2017, 07:23:47 AM
Awwww thank you girls...... but I just don't feel the love when I'm sewing clothes.

I mean I liked the fabric very much and, even with all the french seaming and the ever increasing Iminei, it fitted well; though I was sceptical about the sleeves from the off.

I suppose I was trying to run before I could walk, making a reversible jacket out of one layer of fabric. If I try hard and think back, Im sure my lovely B&W chinese jacket that I had all those years ago was double fabric...well it had to be didn't it, black one side, B&W patterned the other....D'OH!!!

Anyhoo ... must remember to tell Syrinx ....
The seams have been done 1/4" wrong sides together, trimmed down and then 1/4" rights sides together.
Sewn down on the inside (red side)

Hope you'll feel tempted to join in with another sewalong sometime...

I will, when its A Dark Side Sewalong ... that I haven't organised!

My mysteryquiltalongathon quilt has been finished since February you know ... just saying!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 29, 2017, 08:26:29 AM
Imi, it's ok, we all like different things. I for one can't/don't want to do patchwork. Don't have any love for it. Clothes making tho...different matter. I usually do a muslin (or three) for every new design I try. Sometime I get so frustrated I don't pass the muslin stage, but I just drop it and come back after a while with new ideas and less frustration and can usually make it work.

Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 29, 2017, 08:53:37 AM
Awwww thank you girls...... but I just don't feel the love when I'm sewing clothes.

My mysteryquiltalongathon quilt has been finished since February you know ... just saying!

I don't feel the love for clothes sewing either cos I'm a scaredypants but if you ever run a Quiltalongathon for Dummies where the finished quilt is as big as a face flannel with about 10 pieces I might be tempted to have a go!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: wrenkins on June 29, 2017, 09:28:50 AM
I'm afraid of sewing clothes. I started because I was skinny with enoooooormous knockers and couldn't get anything to fit! I successfully made loads of things but that was 100 years ago and now I can't remember how.
When I picked up my needle again a few months ago to go to the dark side I found a UFO which was to be a pair of soft heathery pink wool trousers. The pockets were in and the invisible zip half done. I could have wept. If I didn't know for a fact that I did them I wouldn't have believed it!
Then there was the skirt that I decided didn't need a kick pleat! I was half way along the street when I realised that it really really did.  :|
You live and learn!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Missie on June 29, 2017, 09:48:28 AM
Now,(wags finger :))... no more nonsense like.... 'I can't really sew' ....Everyone gets something which just won't go together as we'd hoped.

Oh yes, my Honig Design Garden Party dress is exactly that!  Can't tell you the number of times I took it (in different places) apart!

I agree with everyone else, you can absolutely sew and you have done a beautiful job of the jacket so far.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 29, 2017, 09:48:45 AM
Lizzie, you should join in the Mysteryquiltalongathon.....

It is really, really easy and goes together very quickly.
When I made the tut, which of course involves photographing every step, I had a quilt in a weekend...small one I grant you but its very nice, nontheless.

Why not have a quick browse of the thread....http://thesewingplace.org.uk/index.php/topic,426.0.html (http://thesewingplace.org.uk/index.php/topic,426.0.html)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on June 29, 2017, 10:32:53 AM
Yes Lizzie, I endorse what Imi says. The quiltalongathon is very straightforward and ideal for beginners. Do join in please  :ninja:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Snowgoose on June 29, 2017, 11:37:57 AM
I found a good tut on sleeve insertion:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmO907M0a9Q
 :)


Ooh!  I think I understand this but...could some kind person please, please explain how to neaten the raw edges once the sleeve is set in position and sewn?  Without overlocking?  Would binding work?

Iminei, your jacket is gorgeous - you CAN sew!!!  :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 29, 2017, 12:28:16 PM
I think you are meant to finish the edges before the fabric is sewn together with a zig zag or overcast stitch.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Jo on June 29, 2017, 12:35:01 PM
Snowgoose, I'm just lazy so I use my pinking shears :D I do have an overlocker, but don usually use it for the sleeves as I find I'm not all that accurate.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Holly Berry on June 29, 2017, 13:10:03 PM
I've just come on to make a comment on how impressed I am that so many P&Q peeps were trying the sewathon.

As someone who does both, I have to say that each discipline has it's own challenges, but in their simplest form it's joining 2 pieces of fabric together. I don't want to come across as patronising but putting a sleeve in, if you use the flat method, which is becoming more and more popular in instructions, is the same as putting two curves together on a quilt.

By the flat method, the sleeve seam and side seam aren't sewn first. The sleeve head is attached to the armsyce, which is just the name given to the curve on the bodice where the sleeve fits, on the flat. This makes it much easier to ease the sleeve head in. You can also clip the curve before insertion by sewing a row of stitching just inside the seam allowance and clipping just up to but not through the stitching. You can also sew French seams, but don't clip the curve. Once it's in, the side seam and sleeve seam is sewn as one.

This method is common for sewing knits, but I have successfully used it on wovens. The only difference on wovens is that I pivot on the seam joining, under the arm, to ensure a more angled seam. Again French seams can be sewn.

Hope that helps. As I said, I don't mean to be patronising, just encouraging  <3
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 29, 2017, 15:15:09 PM
Lizzie, you should join in the Mysteryquiltalongathon.....

It is really, really easy and goes together very quickly.
When I made the tut, which of course involves photographing every step, I had a quilt in a weekend...small one I grant you but its very nice, nontheless.

Why not have a quick browse of the thread....http://thesewingplace.org.uk/index.php/topic,426.0.html (http://thesewingplace.org.uk/index.php/topic,426.0.html)

Noooo - quick someone get the smelling salts, even the thought of it is giving me the vapours!!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lizzielogs on June 29, 2017, 15:16:10 PM
Yes Lizzie, I endorse what Imi says. The quiltalongathon is very straightforward and ideal for beginners. Do join in please  :ninja:

One day when I am braver perhaps and have retired from my retirement!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 29, 2017, 16:55:18 PM
I have just emailed my pictures for my entry to the Japanese Sewalong  :vintage:

I had to send a second email because I erroneously duplicated one of the photos!

 :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on June 29, 2017, 17:48:10 PM
Where do the finished entries need to be e mailed to?

Sorry if it's obvious, I'm just trying to catch up after a lorry brought down our phone line (therefore no internet)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 29, 2017, 18:13:01 PM
sewalongs@thesewingplace.org.uk
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on June 29, 2017, 20:07:57 PM
Thank you Lillian, I hadn't seen that so I can't have been looking in the right place (which is not at all unusual).
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 29, 2017, 20:50:34 PM
Thank you Lillian, I hadn't seen that so I can't have been looking in the right place (which is not at all unusual).

You're welcome. It was on the very first post. I had to go there to get the email for mine  :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Zigzag on June 29, 2017, 21:20:47 PM
I will email my finished Japanese Sewalong photos tomorrow in good daylight.  Thanks girls for all the latest email info.  I popped into a little patchwork and quilting shop in Chapel-en-le-frith this afternoon and signed up to join a weekly class next Tuesday afternoon.  This will be my very first time learning about The Dark Side of sewing.  Will be starting to make a quillow.  Really looking forward to learning something new and chatting to other sewers.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 30, 2017, 13:10:41 PM
It's not raining today,(yet?), so my daughter's been able to take my pictures in the garden of me wearing the kimono. I'm not too keen on any of the pictures but I think they'll do.

I'll just show you this one as a teaser  :*

(http://i.imgur.com/wMlCV3Kl.jpg)

Must remember to sort the ones I need to send as my entry.
Great sewalong! It seems to have got a lot of interest and there's been some lovely work done. Can't wait to see all the finished entries.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on June 30, 2017, 14:36:02 PM
That is absolutely stunning Sandra.  Well Done!  :)  :vintage:
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: wrenkins on June 30, 2017, 14:38:23 PM
Gorgeous Sandra...and glad to see you're not dead!  ;)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Sandra on June 30, 2017, 16:44:08 PM
Thank you.

Gorgeous Sandra...and glad to see you're not dead!  ;)

Ha, ha....Yes....I remembered which way to wrap it.

Sandra.
xxx
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Ploshkin on June 30, 2017, 16:54:47 PM
Your fabric is a lovely blue Sandra.  It looked much paler in your indoor pics.
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Iminei on June 30, 2017, 16:58:06 PM
That is beautiful Sandra.......seriously beautiful.

Just sent my humble entry in to Fran:

Just time to hop in the bath before heading off to Weymouth to support Imself on a Sailing jolly and off to Chettle fete tomorrow!

Cheers guys!
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on July 13, 2017, 18:06:18 PM
Has this been completed yet?  -< I don't remember voting  -<
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lilian on July 13, 2017, 20:38:20 PM
Has this been completed yet?  -< I don't remember voting  -<

No it hasn't been done yet, Sandra was showing a little bit as a teaser.   :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on July 14, 2017, 11:40:39 AM
Thank you Lilian... I thought I'd missed something  :|
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on July 16, 2017, 18:32:39 PM
Hi everyone,

Really sorry I haven't yet posted the pics up. I was waiting for a 3rd pic back from someone then I was away, then doing interviews and all sorts and I've barely been online.

I'll get it all up this week :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Francesca on July 31, 2017, 17:48:20 PM
Hey everyone!

Massive massive apologies. As some of you have seen in my Cafe thread, this past month has been a rollercoaster for me and I have been absent from the forum.

I have now added all the Japanese entries... I'm sorry that the wait was so long.

We'll give it a two weeks of voting so those that don't visit as frequently can get a chance :)
Title: Re: Official Japanese Sewalong
Post by: Lowena on July 31, 2017, 18:05:36 PM
Thanks so much Fran, hope things are calmer for you now. I had been wondering about the Geisha Girls  :D