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Sewalongs and Competitions / Re: Accessories Contest - 1 Jan - 28 Feb 2023 (photos by 28th Feb)
« on: January 14, 2023, 11:28:45 AM »
Sounds like a good idea @Bodgeitandscarper you can design it to be exactly what you need!
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Sewalongs and Competitions / Re: Accessories Contest - 1 Jan - 28 Feb 2023 (photos by 28th Feb)
« on: January 14, 2023, 10:39:39 AM »
@Ohsewsimple I was watching a Craftsy video where the bag was made out of waxed fabric, she also showed how to add the wax to unwaxed fabric.
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Sewing Machines / Re: Fancy sewing machine thoughts
« on: January 12, 2023, 18:08:24 PM »
Yesterday I used the lettering stitches on my computerised machine.
First time other then when I was playing around with it when it was new.
It was really handy!
First time other then when I was playing around with it when it was new.
It was really handy!
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Sewalongs and Competitions / Re: Weekly Sewing Club Wednesdays 2-4pm
« on: January 11, 2023, 16:48:07 PM »
This afternoon I've made a felt case for my reading glasses
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Sewalongs and Competitions / Re: Weekly Sewing Club Wednesdays 2-4pm
« on: January 11, 2023, 13:35:54 PM »
Nearly time for the Wednesday sewing club, look forward to seeing you there :-)
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Sewalongs and Competitions / Re: Weekly Sewing Club Tuesdays 2-4pm
« on: January 10, 2023, 18:25:42 PM »
Well done to those who made it to Tuesday club!
I've come down with a cold and felt really rubbish so went for a nap.
However I have put the pattern pieces back in the envelopes for the last 2 patterns I used ( I use A4 plastic popper pockets as I can't get them back in the normal envelopes once I've altered the pattern pieces) and put them away in the cupboard.
I also hung up the enlarged RTW hoody in the wardrobe, moved the dummy back into the corner, put the pattern weights away in the drawer and generally tidied up a bit.
I've come down with a cold and felt really rubbish so went for a nap.
However I have put the pattern pieces back in the envelopes for the last 2 patterns I used ( I use A4 plastic popper pockets as I can't get them back in the normal envelopes once I've altered the pattern pieces) and put them away in the cupboard.
I also hung up the enlarged RTW hoody in the wardrobe, moved the dummy back into the corner, put the pattern weights away in the drawer and generally tidied up a bit.
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Sewing Machines / Re: Fancy sewing machine thoughts
« on: January 10, 2023, 13:59:38 PM »
I have multiple machines
Sewing machines
Main computerised SM bought for my 50th birthday. Its got something like 410 stitches, across 5 modes. I use quite a few different ones from Mode 1 and Mode 2, particularly straight, zig zag, overlock, bar tack, blind hem and several different types of buttonhole.
I also use the needle up/down, automatic thread cutter, and needle left/right quite a lot.
It also has an extension table, though I don't use this much.
I still have an older version of this machine which I've had for 20+ years, it doesn't have the automatic thread cutter and a few of the other stitches. I use it when I want to topstitch in a different colour and as a general backup.
I stuck with the same brand when I bought my new machine as I'd bought lots of extra feet over the years and can use them all with the newer machine.
The extra feet I use the most are - Invisible zipper foot and Walking foot.
I also have a vintage Singer machine which works but I don't usually use.
Overlocker
I have two overlockers, one I've had for 30 years and now has some problems and a newer one I now use in its stead. The newer one does a nice rolled hem, but is a different brand to my other machines so has been quite a learning curve for me.
Cover Stitch
I also have a coverstitch machine, same brand as the SMs I bought this 10+ years ago as I do a lot of knits and was unhappy with the hems. Unfortunately I've broken the thread guides so use freestanding thread holders instead.
Embroidery Machine
Same brand as the SMs, also bought 10+ years ago. Limited hoop size but uses USB for designs which I download. I dont have any software for it.
Sewing machines
Main computerised SM bought for my 50th birthday. Its got something like 410 stitches, across 5 modes. I use quite a few different ones from Mode 1 and Mode 2, particularly straight, zig zag, overlock, bar tack, blind hem and several different types of buttonhole.
I also use the needle up/down, automatic thread cutter, and needle left/right quite a lot.
It also has an extension table, though I don't use this much.
I still have an older version of this machine which I've had for 20+ years, it doesn't have the automatic thread cutter and a few of the other stitches. I use it when I want to topstitch in a different colour and as a general backup.
I stuck with the same brand when I bought my new machine as I'd bought lots of extra feet over the years and can use them all with the newer machine.
The extra feet I use the most are - Invisible zipper foot and Walking foot.
I also have a vintage Singer machine which works but I don't usually use.
Overlocker
I have two overlockers, one I've had for 30 years and now has some problems and a newer one I now use in its stead. The newer one does a nice rolled hem, but is a different brand to my other machines so has been quite a learning curve for me.
Cover Stitch
I also have a coverstitch machine, same brand as the SMs I bought this 10+ years ago as I do a lot of knits and was unhappy with the hems. Unfortunately I've broken the thread guides so use freestanding thread holders instead.
Embroidery Machine
Same brand as the SMs, also bought 10+ years ago. Limited hoop size but uses USB for designs which I download. I dont have any software for it.
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Sewalongs and Competitions / Re: Weekly Sewing Club Tuesdays 2-4pm
« on: January 10, 2023, 11:31:04 AM »
well done @PollyWally!
I dont have a great record with curtains. I left some in the living room of the last house which were not quite the same length. Not at all noticeable when they were open, but looked a bit rough when closed
@Flobear my sparkling stars haven't got very far yet, so please keep going and sharing, maybe it'll get me started!
I dont have a great record with curtains. I left some in the living room of the last house which were not quite the same length. Not at all noticeable when they were open, but looked a bit rough when closed
@Flobear my sparkling stars haven't got very far yet, so please keep going and sharing, maybe it'll get me started!
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The Haberdashery / Re: Thread Spool savers
« on: January 09, 2023, 21:48:45 PM »
I keep my bobbins in bobbin boxes, as long as I wind it round before I put them away its not an issue.
As to spools, I just wind the spare thread round and store them by colour, all facing the same way in a drawer with dividers, so it doesn't feel like something I need.
As to spools, I just wind the spare thread round and store them by colour, all facing the same way in a drawer with dividers, so it doesn't feel like something I need.
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Sewalongs and Competitions / Re: A "WIPGO" sew along
« on: January 07, 2023, 11:44:45 AM »
@WildAtlanticWay your layouts don't look like the original but I guess that doesn't matter.
As this is a Sewalong there is no enforcing of the 'rules' so as long as you know what you are doing that's cool.
I think the original video link got lost, can you share that again @WendyW ? Thanks
As this is a Sewalong there is no enforcing of the 'rules' so as long as you know what you are doing that's cool.
I think the original video link got lost, can you share that again @WendyW ? Thanks
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Sewing Machines / Re: Skipping Stitch problem
« on: January 06, 2023, 08:29:25 AM »
Phew, glad to hear you got it sorted.
I don't mess with my machines if it all possible and they've all been going for many years!
I don't mess with my machines if it all possible and they've all been going for many years!
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Sewalongs and Competitions / Re: A "WIPGO" sew along
« on: January 05, 2023, 16:55:38 PM »
OK here's my board. I'll try to manage at least 5 hours on each project, though many will need more.
I've put The Sparkling Stars quilt in 7 times, one for each of the 6 sets of blocks and 1 for the quilting and binding.
I've thrown in some other crafts too, as I already have the materials for them and it would be good to give them a go.
I have also included my one (somewhat cursed) UFO.
I've put The Sparkling Stars quilt in 7 times, one for each of the 6 sets of blocks and 1 for the quilting and binding.
I've thrown in some other crafts too, as I already have the materials for them and it would be good to give them a go.
I have also included my one (somewhat cursed) UFO.
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Sewalongs and Competitions / Re: A "WIPGO" sew along
« on: January 05, 2023, 16:19:58 PM »
OK I'll see if I can give it a go!