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I saw this & I thought you may be interested! / Re: On line fabric shop links
« on: June 03, 2020, 08:25:39 AM »
Thanks- the silk/cotton looks good if it is suitable for a top.
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I saw this & I thought you may be interested! / Re: Wardrobe planner
« on: June 01, 2020, 19:49:09 PM »
@Acorn, in normal times, I could wear (in layers with other things) woollies eight months of the year.But here in Bristol UK it has been summer wear since end April. So my wardrobe needs lots of additions.
I have the fabrics, just need to get started.
I have the fabrics, just need to get started.
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I saw this & I thought you may be interested! / Re: Wardrobe planner
« on: June 01, 2020, 19:14:37 PM »
After reading this in lockdown, I am going to start again with my non-woolly clothes.
But as recluse, I may have to invent an exciting life.
But as recluse, I may have to invent an exciting life.
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I saw this & I thought you may be interested! / Re: On line fabric shop links
« on: June 01, 2020, 18:55:20 PM »
I have a terrible urge to buy cream washed silk- can anyone recommend a site?
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Sewing Machines / Re: A Bernina, I Don't think so, not at that price
« on: May 23, 2020, 14:14:26 PM »
My 1015 is almost identical to the 1008, and has been running for nearly 30 years.
It is a Rolls Royce machine, but a cheaper Janome does the same thing.
It is a Rolls Royce machine, but a cheaper Janome does the same thing.
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Sewing Machines / Re: HELP!!
« on: May 23, 2020, 14:09:33 PM »
Her basic machine might be okay with a few lessons?
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Sewing Professionally / Re: Mates Rates for sewing for someone else.
« on: May 20, 2020, 06:10:59 AM »
Everyone, you need to value yourselves and your time more.
Come on @Manuela , tell us what you told the woman who wanted you to make her a dress...
Come on @Manuela , tell us what you told the woman who wanted you to make her a dress...
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Patterns Discussion / Re: Precious patterns
« on: May 17, 2020, 17:46:32 PM »
I have wide shoulders, narrow hips, not much definition in between. Nothing springs to mind.
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Patterns Discussion / Re: Precious patterns
« on: May 17, 2020, 17:18:57 PM »
Sounds like we all have too many unused patterns. How about folks describing the style and size they want, and peeps like me posting them out?
I would do it free in the UK.
I would do it free in the UK.
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What lies beneath... / Re: Looking for a pattern
« on: May 17, 2020, 13:22:40 PM »
There is a quite old Threads article explaining how to make a petticoat (slip) by starting with a bra.
Use silky fabric and cut (on the bias) a four gore A line skirt (centred on front and back).
Attach this under the bra.
On the bias makes it drape nicely.
Use silky fabric and cut (on the bias) a four gore A line skirt (centred on front and back).
Attach this under the bra.
On the bias makes it drape nicely.
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Sewing Professionally / Re: Mates Rates for sewing for someone else.
« on: May 16, 2020, 07:45:21 AM »
I would be too busy for now....
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Patterns Discussion / Re: Merchant and Mills Top 64
« on: May 08, 2020, 19:17:13 PM »
I made up the camber dress, and the hip was huge. Just do a flat measurement first.
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Patterns Discussion / Re: Merchant and Mills Top 64
« on: May 08, 2020, 18:52:44 PM »
They are making bigger sizes now- check their website for made up examples.
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Patterns Discussion / Re: Merchant and Mills Top 64
« on: May 07, 2020, 13:17:15 PM »
Check PR for how folk have made them up in different fabrics.
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Patterns Discussion / Re: reliable pattern for homemade face masks
« on: May 05, 2020, 20:45:39 PM »
The science on facemasks is that they only stop you from spreading germs.