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...and most of it I was doing the embroidery. The bag only took me around 3 days. This is third bag I ever made, a present for my gf. I hope she likes it :3

Project details:

I didn't used any pattern. It's inspired by my previous bags I made. It's nothing too comlicated, 24cm×24m×8cm bag with 24cm×16cm flap and 90cm×3cm strap. Very easy to plan and sew.

Base is black cotton denim, fabric on inside I think is polyester (not sure I didn't asked in the fabric store). All threads are the kind that is used for denim (even ones I used for embroidery).

Almost finished my wedding dress!

I used grace from corsets by Caroline for the corset, the dress is made out of silk dupion. It’s the first dress I’ve made so I’m a bit nervous. 😅

I saw a cat bed at the store I wanted but it was $40, so I made it myself with fleece and foam interfacing. I made a cushion for the inside with webkinz-style thready eyelash fabric that looks like a grass patch. He loves it!!!

I just finished making this bag using tweed fabric I got from a dress I thrifted. I used a Susen bag I had to draft the pattern but I altered it a bit. I didn't use interfacing hence it looks a bit wonky but I love it regardless. I'm relatively new to sewing and this is my second bag. I reused the lining of the Susen bag to make the inside. I don't have a steam iron yet so the seams are hideous but I'm proud of myself nevertheless.

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Drafted by using measurements required of overall completed bag (no pattern).

Multiple bicycle innertubes for body, motorcycle tubes for bottom to make it more stable. Lined with canvas, pure brass clip.

It needs a good press before I wrap it 🫣

Wardrobe by Me’s Jensen top, size L, no adjustments to pattern. Fabric is a mid weight linen. My mother in law sent the measurements from his favourite top so had to do some math to work out correct sizing.

He’s a very well dressed man, so hoping he likes this!

I received a sewing machine for Christmas last year but life has been lifing in the worst way so I haven’t really used it.

I have been helping plan a fantasy ball this year but didn’t start making this until last week lol so 24 total hours later with no pattern I made this! I’m super proud.

I bought a corset, made the skirt and sleeves and hand stitched appliqués on.

(I know I should have ironed the hems I was too scared to melt the fabric)

Project details: I followed a (bad) tutorial by charity grace but honestly it was bad I mostly cut 6 triangles for the skirt and two for the sleeves then figured out the rest as I went.

I used liquid chiffon fabric!

I created some rabbit fur mittens For this winter.

Pattern and instructions can be found here.

I used Rabbit fur on the Outside. Wool felt for the outside finger. I added some Canvas on the finger tips for grip. I added a layer of batting in between the inner liner and the outer layer for added insulation. I used a stretchy fleece for the inner liner. I used interfacing material on the batting and inner liner for some additional support so the fabric wouldn't bunch up while sewing.

I have quite a bit of it aswell

I’m pretty happy with the pants overall but there are a couple of things I would have done differently with the power of hindsight.

1. Adjust the pattern to remove the side panel. I’m not sure what the side panel adds but, it shifts the side seam towards the CF meaning the pockets and pleats are pushed closer to the CF. I think the pleats especially look a bit odd and crowded. If I made these again I would shift everything back towards the side seams.

2. The waist and band and belt loops are too narrow to fit a regular belt (I wear men’s leather belts).

3. I would use a lighter weight lining fabric on the inner pocket bag to reduce bulk at the waistband.

4. Triple check when cutting the pocket bags! The distinction between the inner and outer bags are easy to miss, I had to cut twice.

(I hadn’t noticed until I took these photos but the bum is a bit wrinkly?)

Im looking for a gown pattern like this, kind of a corseted top part of the dress, I’d like to make it with taffeta or similar stiffness fabric.
Thanks!

I know it's not perfect, but I had a stroke at birth and I have the use of one hand. How did I do?

Where there's a will, there's a way.

Hello! I would really appreciate any resources from anyone who has made a dress like this in the past. I can't search for the right keywords to find a pattern for what I'm looking for.

Thank you!

Hello! I have fallen in love and need help thinking through how to make these beauties. Would this be a, make the patchwork first then cut out the pattern situation? The heart would be added in after? Overwhelm with fabrics and ribbons and there doesn’t have to be any real design choices other than color? They’re so beautiful I need to make a pair

My childhood best friend is pregnant and I made this for her baby. I still need to back it and bind it, but I'm feeling really proud of myself and wanted to share.

I would consider myself a textile artist, but I haven't had my sewing machine set up for over a year--so it was thrilling to see that part of myself again! The project was a nice size to not be overwhelmed at all (squares were 5" to start).

I chose these colors because the baby's father, my friends husband is a harvester.

I hope he feels honored.

I locked in today and just wanted to share my excitement! 🧵

Every year I suddenly get the urge to make my son shorts, last year it was pajama bottoms and the year before cotton shorts that honestly were pretty bad, but he loves them and can just about fit into them still.

Anyway today, I bought some vintage knit fabric at a flea market for 5 euros. I have no idea what the fabric is 🤣 but thought it would be perfect for some shorts. It was uncut still in its original packing, if anyone can tell me what it actually is from the label I'd appreciate it! The fabric stretched and rebounds easily on the width, but hardly any movement on the length.

I found the shorts pattern free, I can share the link if anyone wants it, it looked pretty fun. Putting the shorts together I realised just how far I've come with my sewing in a little over a year, and I'm really excited with how they have turned out.

I tried a couple of new things, my first ever time sewing with knit/stretch fabrics, the first time ever using the double needle I've had in my sewing box, and first time using the buttonhole foot. Pretty pleased with how it's all worked out. I have also learnt that invisible thread is the devil's thread of choice! I had such trouble with it randomly twisting up on the spool holder and breaking.

I still need to thread a cord through the waistband, but it's elasticated so it's more for looks than fit.

My son seems to like them, will have to see if he wears them 🤣

I made this golf themed quilt for a donation to a silent auction, unfortunately it got cancelled but I will
Keep it for next year to donate!

Pattern is by EasyPiecyQuiltsLLC on Etsy.

All fabric used for quilt top is Quilting cotton! With a minky backing!

Hello! I have this dress that my friend wants me to take in. I already hemmed the bottom but I’m a bit stumped on what to do with the back. The fabric drapes too low so that you can literally see her butt crack lol, I pinned it to take it in on the sides but it does get rid of some of the vibe of flowy open back. There are two side seams to the dress and one of them has the side zipper so taking it in on the sides may be a little tricky. I thought about removing the back piece all together and raising it he fabric so I still keep the hang but it just sits up higher on her back but then again we get into the problem of the zipper, which I guess could remove fully? Does anyone have any suggestions? Would be greatly appreciated!!