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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Gallery Tunic + Dress Sew Along in the forum Sew Alongs 10 years ago

@mariajsanroman, I love French seems too. They give such a nice finish, but they can indeed offer additional challenges. I’ll post a photo of a Gallery Dress I sewed. It’s dark here, so the light isn’t good but I think you can still see how I clipped into the seam at the dot to allow the two edges to separate for the hem. Does that help? As I…[Read more]
Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Gallery Tunic + Dress Sew Along in the forum Sew Alongs 10 years ago

@mariajsanroman, I love French seems too. They give such a nice finish, but they can indeed offer additional challenges. I’ll post a photo of a Gallery Dress I sewed. It’s dark here, so the light isn’t good but I think you can still see how I clipped into the seam at the dot to allow the two edges to separate for the hem. Does that help? As I…[Read more]
Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Gallery Tunic + Dress Sew Along in the forum Sew Alongs 10 years ago

@vanahsa, I’m so glad you’re excited! Keep us posted on your progress. And we love Madrid and Barcelona!
Tamara replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 10 years ago

I can see where he gets the required authenticity label from – handmade in renaissance period and definitely not hired or bought online – unless if it was claimed from the property of another during a take over maybe?

Sometimes the time gets away from us and the ideas we have just have to be replaced with simpler versions.

I managed to make a…[Read more]
Tamara replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 10 years ago

I can see where he gets the required authenticity label from – handmade in renaissance period and definitely not hired or bought online – unless if it was claimed from the property of another during a take over maybe?

Sometimes the time gets away from us and the ideas we have just have to be replaced with simpler versions.

I managed to make a…[Read more]
Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Gallery Tunic + Dress Sew Along in the forum Sew Alongs 10 years ago

@blacktabi: Oh, too bad! If you can carefully unpick the dart and shorten it a bit I think it will be fine. The darts do look a bit long in your photo. I hope it works. Double gauze is such a beautiful (and somewhat expensive) fabric–it would be nice if you could fix it. Keep us posted, will you?
Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Gallery Tunic + Dress Sew Along in the forum Sew Alongs 10 years ago

@lexilouwho, you can absolutely leave it sleeveless! A bias facing is a great way to finish a sleeveless armhole. I would only suggest that you check to be sure the armhole will be the right size–often when you make something sleeveless it’s a good idea to raise the underarm a bit so it’s not too revealing. I hope that helps.
Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Gallery Tunic + Dress Sew Along in the forum Sew Alongs 10 years ago

Hi @Jessamyb, sorry for the silence! I’m not familiar with Pellon 906F, but for most fabrics (including double gauze) I use the lightest interfacing I can find. Many stores carry something that’s featherweight or called something similar, and sometimes you can even find silk chiffon fusible interfacing. The important thing to remember is that the…[Read more]
thejennigirl replied to the topic Seam finishes when overlaying with tulle in the forum oliver + s: garden party 10 years ago

I did something similar the first time I made this pattern.

I had to sew the skirt side seams in layers; the base fabric was french seamed, the overlay was french seamed, and then I put the 2 layers of skirt together before attaching to the bodice. For the bodice, I basted and then sewed the side seams wrong side together, ironed (I have an iron…[Read more]
thejennigirl replied to the topic Seam finishes when overlaying with tulle in the forum oliver + s: garden party 10 years ago

I did something similar the first time I made this pattern.

I had to sew the skirt side seams in layers; the base fabric was french seamed, the overlay was french seamed, and then I put the 2 layers of skirt together before attaching to the bodice. For the bodice, I basted and then sewed the side seams wrong side together, ironed (I have an iron…[Read more]
thejennigirl replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 10 years ago

I should have updated with pictures, eh?

I didn’t have enough time to make and finish the chain mail shirt, but he claimed that the shirt would have been too uncomfortable and itchy after he wore the fitted chain mail hood all day. I am glad the weather was beautiful and unseasonably warm on Thursday for the fair itself, as there was no school on…[Read more]
thejennigirl replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 10 years ago

I should have updated with pictures, eh?

I didn’t have enough time to make and finish the chain mail shirt, but he claimed that the shirt would have been too uncomfortable and itchy after he wore the fitted chain mail hood all day. I am glad the weather was beautiful and unseasonably warm on Thursday for the fair itself, as there was no school on…[Read more]
Tamara replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 10 years ago

@thejennigirl how did the costume go?

I have almost finished the culottes. i have had many interruptions and disruptions that have put the sewing on the back burner. I just have the waistband facings to stitch down and they’re done.

Imogen needs a new swimsuit and in a hurry, so I have downloaded some Jalie patterns pdf style and plan to make…[Read more]
Tamara replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 10 years ago

@thejennigirl how did the costume go?

I have almost finished the culottes. i have had many interruptions and disruptions that have put the sewing on the back burner. I just have the waistband facings to stitch down and they’re done.

Imogen needs a new swimsuit and in a hurry, so I have downloaded some Jalie patterns pdf style and plan to make…[Read more]
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Deb replied to the topic The Limerick Thread in the forum off topic 10 years ago

My little girl is about to outgrow
Her coat, her frock and chapeau
Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Easter/spring sewing? in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 10 years ago

It sounds like you’ve got some great plans! I can’t wait to see everything you’re sewing.
Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Gallery Tunic + Dress Sew Along in the forum Sew Alongs 10 years ago

Vanahsa, I’m so glad you’re joining us! The FBA is really quite simple, and we’re here (also in Spain–we live in Madrid) if you need anything. Let us know if you have questions!
Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Gallery Tunic + Dress Sew Along in the forum Sew Alongs 10 years ago

Addie, good question! There is quite a bit of design ease in this pattern, so you are correct that you may not need to do the FBA. If you’ve checked the fit and it seems to drape fine, you’re probably safe to go ahead with it as is. But if you’re unsure, it might be a good idea to try adding the sleeves and placket just to be sure. Based on the…[Read more]
Deb replied to the topic The Limerick Thread in the forum off topic 10 years ago

I’ve woken up with a very sore throat
It feels like I swallowed a goat
I can’t find my pins
My brain has the spins
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