BeckyinFL
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic Marking the markings–argh!! in the forum off topic 9 years ago
I read recently a suggestion someone had for marking the shoulder line on the bubble dress. They sewed a basting stitch through the pattern and fabric together then clipped the threads to remove the pattern. There were thread bits left in the fabric that marked the line. I can’t remember if it was machine or hand basting, but I’d probably do it by…[Read more]
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic placement of the waist trim in the forum oliver + s: fairy tale 9 years ago
Gal, I don’t know about that, but I do love to talk about it!
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic placement of the waist trim in the forum oliver + s: fairy tale 9 years ago
I forgot to say to remove the basting after, but I’m sure you knew that. I was just thinking more about this, and I think with a smooth ribbon, this might possibly cause it to pucker some. I’ll have to try it to see, and of course it may depend on the ribbon. But it ought to work very well with lace or or flat piping or firm trims. Okay, just…[Read more]
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic placement of the waist trim in the forum oliver + s: fairy tale 9 years ago
I forgot to say to remove the basting after, but I’m sure you knew that. I was just thinking more about this, and I think with a smooth ribbon, this might possibly cause it to pucker some. I’ll have to try it to see, and of course it may depend on the ribbon. But it ought to work very well with lace or or flat piping (bias cut) or firm trims.…[Read more]
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic placement of the waist trim in the forum oliver + s: fairy tale 9 years ago
I was considering this very problem yesterday, and I have an idea, though I haven’t tried it yet. For the dress I’m making, I sew the bodice down last by topstitching it over the seam that attaches the lining to the skirt. I used to do the reverse, but in this pattern I’m good enough that I get very good topstitching on the lining side, too. Okay,…[Read more]
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic Need thin piping cord. Where to buy? in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 9 years ago
Wow! Thank you, all! That’s exactly what I needed to know. Lots of ideas and options now!
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic Sewing Books in the forum off topic 9 years ago
Rhythm, I have bought at least a dozen O+S patterns now, and I notice that I am a much better sewist after making them up. I learn new things with each one. The tutorials and the forum here help a lot, too. It’s been a great way to learn. Best of luck to you.
-
BeckyinFL started the topic Need thin piping cord. Where to buy? in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 9 years ago
I’ve been looking for some time for very thin cord to use for piping on baby clothes. Any suggestions? I would prefer something that doesn’t shrink, but if cotton is all I can find, I’ll pre-shrink it. I’m about to buy some cotton yarn to use, though it is a bit too soft for the use. Many thanks.
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic Pressing the skirt of the Bubble Dress in the forum oliver + s: bubble dress 9 years ago
Thanks, Nicole. I’ll give that a try.
-
BeckyinFL started the topic Pressing the skirt of the Bubble Dress in the forum oliver + s: bubble dress 9 years ago
I’m making a bubble dress out of 100% cotton. The garment will have to be ironed after laundering. Can anyone suggest how to press the skirt part? You must have to stretch the elastic at the same time, and I can’t think how this might be done. Thanks in advance!
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 9 years ago
Just popping in here to say that I’ve been off-line due to a household move, and boy I’ve missed this site! Between unpackings I made a little sketchbook shirt and some of the layette pieces. Wow, there’s some interesting construction in that jacket. Will post picks later. Anyway, I’ve missed all the friendly voices here, the shared addiction to…[Read more]
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 9 years ago
Just popping in here to say that I’ve been off-line due to a household move, and boy I’ve missed this site! Between unpackings I made a little sketchbook shirt and some of the layette pieces. Wow, there’s some interesting construction in that jacket. Will post picks later. Anyway, I’ve missed all the friendly voices here, the shared addiction to…[Read more]
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic Kids Sewing Kit Ideas in the forum off topic 9 years ago
When I was young, my mother would send off to the Wright trim company for a package of lace and ribbon bits and pieces. I remember this vividly because I was so in love with this kind of thing. She also took old Christmas cards and punched holes around the edges to make sewing cards for me that I threaded with shoelaces and yarn (dip the cut ends…[Read more]
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic Adding pockets to Hopscotch Dress in the forum oliver + s: hopscotch 9 years ago
I don’t know how helpful this will be, but I just measured a size 7 Playdate dress, which has side-seam pockets. Measuring down from the shoulder seam, the opening for the pocket starts at 15″ and ends at 19.5″
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic What size "scraps" do you keep? in the forum off topic 9 years ago
LOL Robin. It’s good to know that we both employ the same “system”!
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic Look Ma, No Hands! in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 9 years ago
I decided to try to finish the outer edge of the pocket bag (Seashore Sundress) with French seams, and it worked! Yea!!!
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic What size "scraps" do you keep? in the forum off topic 9 years ago
Heidi, I’ll weigh in here… As I sew, I carefully sort the little stringy scraps from scraps that I could get, say about a 3″ x 4″ piece out of, or any straight strip, if it’s fabric I love. I put these in a big plastic bag, where they sit in the bottom of the guest room closet for a year or so. Then one day, when I’m cleaning house and feeling…[Read more]
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic PJ pants: Sleepover vs Bedtime Story in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 9 years ago
lol
-
BeckyinFL replied to the topic How I trace a pattern in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 9 years ago
“seems there are little mini-hacks that people come up with on each project to solve tricky issues that come from their project’s unique combination of fabrics, patterns, tools, and workspace.”
Well put!
-
BeckyinFL started the topic How I trace a pattern in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 9 years ago
There are always many ways to do the same thing, but I am so pleased with the method of tracing O+S patterns that has “evolved” around here that I wanted to share. I hope it may make this process a little easier for someone.
First, I have both digital and paper O+S patterns, and while there are advantages to both, I favor the paper for its lack…[Read more]
- Load More
copyright
Unless otherwise credited, all work on this blog is © Liesl + Co., Inc, 2008-2024. You are welcome to link to this blog, but please ask permission before using any text or images.