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Reception => Hi, I'm new... => Topic started by: Lorenaserafina on January 27, 2019, 11:14:26 AM

Title: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Lorenaserafina on January 27, 2019, 11:14:26 AM
Hello, I was going to say hello from Bristol UK but I see there is a thread with that name already! So hello from another newbie from Bristol.

I'm Lorna, I have been sewing since I was a child. I grew up with my mum always sewing something, and I joined in. Sadly none of my 3 daughters caught the sewing bug.

I have sewn lots of different things over the years, starting with soft toys and dolls clothes. I sewed clothes for my children when they were little until it became uncool to wear something handsewn by your mum, and then when it became cool again (prom dresses). I've made curtains and cushions, wedding dresses and bridesmaids dresses, done alterations for people, dabbled in patchwork. Had an obsession for cross stitch for about a decade.

My current passion is belly dance, and making costumes and practice clothes for dance. From the stereotypical two piece bra and skirt, to 25yard gypsy skirts. Also more contemporary dance clothing, fancy dress, tribal and steampunk.

I am interested in adapting paper patterns to get the look I'm aiming for, and discussing different types of fabrics, and looking for embellishment ideas.

Great to be here :-)
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: fajita on January 27, 2019, 11:30:50 AM
Welcome @Lorenaserafina  :flower: :drink:

I believe we have another member who makes belly dance costumes, too.
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Sewingsue on January 27, 2019, 12:00:22 PM
Welcome, Lorna.
I know we also have a member who is very interested in steampunk.
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Lorenaserafina on January 27, 2019, 12:04:22 PM
Welcome @Lorenaserafina  :flower: :drink:

I believe we have another member who makes belly dance costumes, too.

Oh cool :-) I look forward to 'meeting' them :-)
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: BrendaP on January 27, 2019, 12:06:15 PM
Welcome to TSP
 :sew: :fabric: =8 :frock: :thread:
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: sewingj on January 27, 2019, 12:36:05 PM
@Roger  is the belly dancing expert.
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Nevis5 on January 27, 2019, 12:43:12 PM
Hello @Lorenaserafina  and welcome!   :toast:
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Greybird on January 27, 2019, 13:17:04 PM
Hello and welcome!
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: hernibs on January 27, 2019, 15:38:05 PM
Welcome to this helpful part of the sewing world.
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Surest1tch on January 27, 2019, 20:29:49 PM
Hi Loren, a big welcome from me too  :D
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: jintie on January 28, 2019, 14:09:32 PM
Hi Lorna, I'm in Bradley Stoke. What is your favourite local fabric shop? I like Flo Jo on the Gloucester Rd.
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Lorenaserafina on January 28, 2019, 22:34:00 PM
Hi Lorna, I'm in Bradley Stoke. What is your favourite local fabric shop? I like Flo Jo on the Gloucester Rd.

I buy most of my fabric online, as I don't seem to find what I'm looking for in shops.  I used to use Calico in Bedminster quite a bit for upholstery projects. I use Fabricland in Bristol sometimes. I have used the place on Stapleton road (forgot the name now) in the past. I haven't tried Flo Jo. I will have to visit.
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: WildAtlanticWay on January 29, 2019, 09:16:09 AM
Hellooo Lorna,

Here’s a wave from me in the south west corner of Ireland. I used to work in Bristol and lived near to the Airport before moving over here.

I’m an inexperienced newbie compared to you though. Looking forward to hearing more about your costume making exploits.  ;) xx

Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Manuela on January 29, 2019, 12:38:38 PM
Hi Lorna, I'm in Bradley Stoke. What is your favourite local fabric shop? I like Flo Jo on the Gloucester Rd.

I can confirm that fabric shopping (and snoop shopping in general) with @jintie is good fun.
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: jintie on January 29, 2019, 13:09:49 PM
Manuela is also good value at shopping- we went through Harvey Nicks like a dose of salts- honestly, mostly the fabric and finish of womens' clothing was worse than Primark. (Not to mention the more is more philosophy- ie, how about adding a fringe to that multicolour dress? Ok, and some pompoms) We found a plain grey cashmere coat perfectly made, and tried to persuade the young assistant to buy it NOW with her staff discount.
Then to Fabricland- I got a crash course in fabric for hot places- she bought a dress length of pink flowery polycotton sprinkled with raindrops, went home and sewed a sheath dress.
(We have totally different wardrobing ideas-she is a Chanel lady, I tend towards Japanese baglady).
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Roger on January 29, 2019, 20:02:02 PM
Hi Loren Serafina
another Belly Dancer! my partner belly dances too and loves the clothing - I really must make her more clothes :) I tend to do the household sewing turning up kids trousers, darning knees, name labels etc, but occasionally I make belly dance costume and mend vintage sewing machines - but I dont get as much time to sew/mend as Id like :)

I dont know if you 'pinterest' but of you do my link is: https://pin.it/wra4ynnzos4tj4 and I have a lot of belly dance inspiration pins...
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Lorenaserafina on January 29, 2019, 22:30:56 PM
Hello @Roger :-)
I have more dance clothes than everyday clothes!  Which style of belly dance does your partner like?  I go to two classes, one for tribal style/gypsy caravan, and the other is mostly Turkish.

Yes I do have a Pinterest account, although I do forget to use it. I will have to work out how to share a link for it. I'm still trying to work out how to use this forum, but I gather I need to subscribe to share any pictures.

Are you a fan of Sparkley belly? Mao has some great costume tutorials online.
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Roger on January 31, 2019, 18:38:05 PM
My partner does Egyptian, but has some dvds for Turkish and Tribal, which she enjoys a lot.

My other half has a fondness for Indian styles especially salwar Kameez, and likes to dance in those... it’s a very eclectic arrangement!

I like Pinterest, it has more ideas than I’ll ever make :) I’d be interested to follow you when you share a link.

I haven’t heard of sparkley belly I’ll have to go look! :)
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Lorenaserafina on January 31, 2019, 21:32:30 PM
I can't find a link to my Pinterest on my phone app. I think I'd need to sign in on an internet browser to copy it. I tried to find if in my internet browser on my phone but my phone takes me to the app.  I have followed you.
Title: Re: Hello from S. Glos UK
Post by: Roger on February 01, 2019, 08:02:25 AM
Cool! Found you!

You might want to remove your Username from the previous post as it might be identifiable :)