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Maybe this isn’t the right community to post in, so apologies if this seems odd. But I figure we sewists may have specific needs or thoughts when it comes to garment care so this is the first place I thought of to ask.
My washer is throwing error codes this morning and googling suggests it might be related to some computer panel or other, and I’m a bit worried that repairs are going to be so expensive that it might mean a new washer is in the cards. We’ll see.
Are there any features that you love in your washer, wish it had, or downright hate?
Also, back when we bought this thing, front loaders were all the rage. It seems like top loaders are back in fashion. Does anyone know the story there and/or why a top loader might be a better option?
I’m all ears for opinions about dryers too!
Thanks in advance, y’all.
Hello folks!
I'm finally close to finishing up some home projects and am going to try breaking out the old Singer 99k for some summer clothing as it's starting to warm up here in California. Something that I've wanted for ages but haven't found reasonably priced is a summer weight robe for around the house.
I'm leaning towards a linen or cotton-linen blend for airiness and cost-effectiveness but am open to other recommendations. I'm generally not a huge fan of waffle weave but could see utility in the back and seat to promote airflow.
So, the main question is: Anyone have recommendations for a good pattern (doesn't need to be free - professional pattern designers deserve to make a living) for a men's or unisex robe that would fit the bill and be possible with a straight stitch machine (I didn't yet have a zigzagger)?
Hey sewers! Anybody got a duck plush pattern that my wife can use to sew a duck for our baby? Thanks!
Or were you too busy running after children on a sugar rush ?
I finished a pink jacket, but I am allergic to the fabric so I had do gift it to a friend. Pictures here
Next on the sewing plan is probably a similar one, but hopefully without allergies. Or finiding some use for the huge amount of blue fabric that I own. Or an attempt at a jumpsuit. Probably not a blue jumpsuit, as it would read "work overall".
I had a master plan of diminishing The Pile^TM^ of things to finish or repair, and it's going farly well. Some of it was really quick and easy, some of it was surprisingly fun to do, some of it was a bit boring.
I have a plan of making a ... kind of cardigan/vest/jacket thingy by next week end, and I had to pack all of my sewing away until tomorrow. I am not positive that it will work but it would be cool to wear the new thing on the week end getaway.
I have taken pictures of the fancy black trousers, but I forgot the back and I still need to find the energy to write a coherent text.\ Do not despair, it will happen ! Someday.
What are you working on ? Are you having any difficulties, surprises, wins ?
I am currently in a bit of a low sewing mood after finishing "The Pants Journey^tm^". I still need to take good pictures of it, then I'll tell you about the adventure that it was.
I have decided to reduce my WIP pile and finally shortened a tank top (after several years). I have a green skirt that I need to modify a bit and add a petticoat under it. Shouldn't be too hard but I don't want to cut fabric.
But I am also exited about the cardigan, which will come after the skirt. (or maybe not, we'll see). I want to take it to the little week end gateway in two weeks, that would be perfect.
Also, beeswax wraps have been added to my project list, do I need to hem it or does the wax acts as fraycheck ?
Also, does anyone have discovered new sewing content on the internet recently ? I've been watching some Ash LG videos, they are really nice !
https://www.annwoodhandmade.com/apple-core-sewing-pattern/
So, what new skill have you mastered recently ? What are you proud of ?
I have come to realise that I prefer embroidering in winter, somehow, and I feel like I have progressed and make neater stitches.
Sewing wise I am in the process of atempting a GOOD fit, not just an ok one, and it's... in progress. I guess the progress consist of having higher standards and not being afraid of multiple mock-ups. Let's see how much more patience I can gather before deciding it's good enough.
I don't follow a lot of new pattern releases but maybe some of you do ?
Let's have a discussion about trends, things you like and dislike and such. Also, do you have a favourite pattern designer ? Did anyone released something interesting recently ?
Here are a few links to popular pattern companies as a starter:
https://shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/collections/winter-sewing-edit
https://simplicity.com/new-sewing-patterns/
https://shop.deer-and-doe.fr/en/12-sewing-patterns