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Nicole replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 10 years ago

I love making mens shirts Ellen.

Nearly finished Beatrix’s sewing turn and then on to Matilda.

Time to glue the Carnival PDF together.
Nicole replied to the topic Late Lunch Tunic – short sleeves? in the forum liesl + co: late lunch tunic 10 years ago

It is a good question. The sleeve is kimono style and on a bias of sorts.

I think I would shorten by measuring from the sleeve cuff back, taking equal amounts from the sleeve front and the sleeve back. I would suggest leaving then sleeve a little longer then you anticipate too. You can always cut more off.

The hem on this sleeve behaves a little…[Read more]
Nicole replied to the topic Step 6 in the forum oliver + s: music box 10 years ago

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Nicole replied to the topic Step 6 in the forum oliver + s: music box 10 years ago

Reading between the lines… the bodice buttons at the back so the front and the back will not be the same….
Is this the problem?
Nicole replied to the topic Step 6 in the forum oliver + s: music box 10 years ago

Reading between the lines… the bodice buttons at the back so the front and the back will not be the same….
Is this the problem?
Frances Suzanne started the topic Late Lunch Tunic – short sleeves? in the forum liesl + co: late lunch tunic 10 years ago

So, we have had this pattern in our ‘stash’ for quite awhile, just waiting for the perfect opportunity to delve into sewing for ourselves {gulp}. Well, the perfect opportunity has arisen. . .capris with no matching blouse. However, we are about to be in the midst of a HOT summer in the South. I adore the styling of the 3/4 length sleeves, but am…[Read more]
Frances Suzanne joined the group Sew Alongs 10 years ago

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Liesl Gibson replied to the topic How thin is too thin for knits? in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 10 years ago

Even with the right fiber content, different knit qualities will feel and drape differently, so there’s no simple answer to this. Unfortunately. You really just have to feel them!
Nicole replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 10 years ago

I made a banner for mine Jenny. My chaps just cut felt and glued it on.
Nicole replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 10 years ago

I made a banner for mine Jenny. My chaps just cut felt and glued it on.
Nicole replied to the topic Garden Party Front Yoke in the forum oliver + s: garden party 10 years ago

Sometimes you can lose some seam allowance if the seam is not perfectly flat. Perhaps try dampening in and rolling it under your fingers.
Is the the step you are referring too?
http://fiveandcounting-motherof5.blogspot.com.au/2014/03/garden-party-dress-part-two.html
Nicole replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 10 years ago

Thanks Fiona, well done on your frocks doing so well.
Nicole replied to the topic What are you sewing now? in the forum off topic 10 years ago

Thanks Fiona, well done on your frocks doing so well.
Nicole replied to the topic Sewing Library Dress with vintage silk in the forum oliver + s: library 10 years ago

Another that has not sewn the Library dress but I have made many outfit from for my children.

I adore sewing the stiffer silks, they are easy to handle and sew well.

First up, decide how you want to launder your garment, pre-wash and stick to that method. If you chose to hand wash (…[Read more]
Liesl Gibson replied to the topic Parachute Sweatpants Sew Along in the forum Sew Alongs 10 years ago

How is this format working for everyone? We thought it would be nice to give the sew-alongs a home where they’ll be easy to find, especially if you have questions about the pattern. Plus, it frees up the blog for other exciting things!
Nicole replied to the topic How to adjust sizes in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 10 years ago

I concur
I over altered the Field Trip cargoes for my daughter and lost a lot of hip room , they are okay but it did spoil the patten some what
I did lengthen the Art Museum trousers for my tall skinny girl very successfully adding length to the waist and the ankle
( I just checked , size 7 with a length of 12)
I guess as long as the hips are…[Read more]
beachmom replied to the topic How thin is too thin for knits? in the forum sewing with liesl + co and oliver + s 10 years ago

I’m like Masha…I prefer cotton/lycra knits when I sew for the kids. It’s relatively easy to work with and seems to hold up well. My personal rule of thumb is to use 8-10 oz. weight fabrics for tops and dresses. 🙂
Todd Gibson started the topic Bubble Dress Sew Along in the forum Sew Alongs 10 years ago

Our friend, Catherine, is here to walk us through how to sew the Bubble Dress. This post originally appeared on the blog as part of the Size 5 Project.

This is intended as a two-day sew along. Let’s hand it over to Catherine to start day 1.

Day 1

Thanks for having me back for the Bubble Dress and the Size 5 Project.

Let’s start s…[Read more]
Todd Gibson started the topic Bubble Dress Sew Along in the forum Sew Alongs 10 years ago

Our friend, Catherine, is here to walk us through how to sew the Bubble Dress. This post originally appeared on the blog as part of the Size 5 Project.

This is intended as a two-day sew along. Let’s hand it over to Catherine to start day 1.

Day 1

Thanks for having me back for the Bubble dress and the Size 5 Project.

Let’s start s…[Read more]
Nicole replied to the topic News and Current Affairs in the forum off topic 10 years ago

A baby girl for the Duchess of Cambridge, so exciting!
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