I would totally do the two swimsuits you chose. My sister gave me a cover stitch and I’m scared of it, but I do want to make activewear. I’ll be participating in MeMadeMay in my own house, prolly not too much on IG… I think I’ve finally made enough things to wear one item I made three times a week thru the month. We’ll see.
I can’t wait til you start using your cover stitch! I look at them sometimes, but I’ve convinced myself I don’t deserve it yet lol. Your sis is a real one 🙌🏾
The swimsuit issues like the node and the involuntary wedgie are things to consider when choosing a swimsuit. Totally get it. Think about those things too. I get what you’re saying about memademay, not sure if I’ll participate. If I do it will be three days out of the week.
Do what you can with Instagram! Don't make yourself so frustrated trying to keep up. It's not worth the headache.😊❤😊 Have a blessed week and happy sewing!
Hello hello. i'm sorry I missed your live. I get you when it comes to water! I only know how to swim to save my life.😅 I reached 1K yesterday on my channel!
That Sandhill Sling bag is adorable! I’ve had my eye on that pattern but zippers are not my thang… Yet. I have 2 huge bags of scraps that I pick out of for small things and plan to make a Closet Core Pouf. Scraps need to stay out of landfills!
Girrrrrl it wasn’t an easy commitment, but I’m not keeping that mess up when I gather the bottom layer for the actual dress part 🙅🏾♀️ Ahhh I wish I could’ve been there too!! The partial was definitely cool, but total darkness would’ve been EPIC. Glad you got to witness something so cool!!! 🙌🏾
Every time I see you use the seam roller, I want one. Imma gone ahead and buy one! I didn’t know you were from TX! I’m there now for the solar eclipse and it’s hot today! I love REI, they have great classes. Great progress on this slow sew!
Thanks for the props on the progress!! Yep from Houston originally :) I’m so jealous you’re down in Texas for the solar eclipse!!! AND doubly jealous because it’s hot already - so over these chilly temps! Girl, I am just really getting to know REI and I had no idea about all the classes they offer and the adventures they have available. It’s definitely a whole new world for me and I’m really enjoying it ☺️ And yeah girl - get that thang!!! (Re: seam roller lol)
I feel like popping out the wheel is just for that machine or maybe Janome machines. Singer don’t play that, lol. I’ve seen Z burger in Arlington, but never ate there. I saw that title and cracked up! I don’t hate French seams but I feel like they are so much extra work and thread, and I am *lazy* 😂😂😂 That fabric is sooooooo pretty! My niece has that same machine, but pink.
I got this machine for my granddaughter who is eight for Christmas. She loves it. I’m so excited I found your channel. A couple of tips…when your winding your bobbin pull the flywheel out to disengage the needle. The thread cutter is located at the back of the machine where the needle is located at. Great machine and I loved this video. I will be following your channel.
I always love to hear about the littles getting in on this craft - I only wish I had gotten in on the sewing fun at that age! Thank you for the tips and welcome to the channel 😊
My daughter got this machine for Christmas. Her grandma paid for it but I researched the machines. Amazing reviews. Our daughter loves it! She's 9 and learning to sew. I would say we feel like we got an excellent, solid, and reliable workhorse machine at a great price. .
YAYY!! I’m super excited for her. This is a PERFECT machine for her to learn on and it will definitely grow with her. And the colors offered are just so cute!! Such a solid choice 😊
Six??… 😬 Two of these Janome New Home machines (teal & purple), a Janome sew mini machine (that I keep procrastinating on mailing to my mom for her use), a Janome serger, a Juki computerized basic machine & a semi-industrial Juki.
I actually NEED to purge some of my makes. You’ve given me the nudge I need. I should buy some tags from Wawak so they will be accepted at the thrift store.
Listen, have to separate pattern cutting/tracing from fabric cutting/prepping from garment construction with every project now… I used to do that all in one day stuff but I am in my Slow Sew Era!❤ The most I will do on the same day is wash and press fabric AND cut fabric. Dassit!😂 And you’d better say advanced the way you slayed on that Blanca Flight Suit!❤ I have the Jasika Blazer pattern but I’m soooooo not ready for the work that requires. In the meantime, I’ll thrift a blazer.
@blufaerie YAAASSS to the Slow Sew Era - I couldn’t agree with you more!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾♥️ Ain’t no way all that is happening in one 24hr period, that is truth. And thank you 😊 I too have the Jasika Blazer pattern but *sigh* it may just be wishful thinking on my part. Bc I just know the right thing to do would be to make a muslin first and fit test but chiiiiiiile the work and time that alladat would require is 😳 See you at the thrift store lol
Great catch-up and tour of your sewing space. Sounds really great teaching someone else to sew. I added a seam roller and marking pencil to my shopping list. The pencil seems like it will work better on certain fabrics compared to the fabric marker pen. Have a great week.
I am also in the process of rearranging my workspace. I'm a bit disgruntled as it takes away from my sewing time, but I've found some forgotten goodies. Even though we are supposed to be using less plastic, most companies are still using so much of it for shipping. Is collecting notions another hobby? Because I seem to have acquired so many of them. While I long for the days of project focused acquisitions, I love the idea of discovering some tucked away jewels in my Aladdin's cave.😉
LOL - collecting notions is most definitely another hobby within the sewing hobby. And I totally hear you on the organizing taking away from your personal sewing time, but it’s such a relief after you get it done. And, as you mention, all the new-old goodies you find in the process 😝
Wait a minute!! You're local as well?! This was my first Frocktails. My one regret was not walking the runway. I was just enjoying looking at the fabulous creations. I think we could outdo the Met Gala because everyone knows blood, sweat and tears we put into our creations. I haven't even looked at my swag bag. I need to do that asap. The flightsuit is outstanding even as a muslin! I love it. I think your fabric choice was perfect in spite of the challenges. We are own worst critics. You'll have to buy me a drink first to see my flubs on my dress. 😂
LMAOOOO!!! Like you just said - we are definitely our own worst critics so I’m sure that your dress was fantastic inside and out, but happy to buy you a drink regardless anytime. And yep I’m local here! It’s wild to know how many of the folks I follow online are from the area. It was my first Frocktails too and I’m really happy I showed up this year!! I also agree that the Met had NOTHING on us!! And I hope by now you have looked in your swag bag because there are true goodies in there for you. Was quite a generous event. And since we are both going again next year - let’s not be strangers! ♥️
Robyn IS tall! And her outfit was 🔥🔥🔥 and so was yours!!! OMG I got a shout out! My name is Tishana, but Tishushu is also fine.❤ I’ve been gushing about the swag bag all day!!! I think it’s 2 yard and I got some printed power mesh! The zippers are NOICE and the free labels and pattern weights are sweet!
@blufaerie Lol of course you get a shout out!! But seriously - these swag bags didn’t play at all. Definitely quality items/deals in there 🙌🏾 Also for my next shout out to you I’ll be sure to address you by your gov name 😊
I so wanted to be part of the live conversation, the sewing classes experience, sewing instructions (girl, don’t get me started), sewing community, sewing retreats. All interesting topics.
Mrs. Buitenbeentje, I’ve ALWAYS admired your style and the prints/fabrics you choose for your makes, so seeing this comment lets me know I’m on the right track ♥️ Thank you for the vote of confidence!
Try to enjoy making the fly/suit on the fly. “Life isn’t perfect so your clothes aren’t supposed to be”. Words I live by, plus I always say to people around me if you see a tread don’t pull it, the whole might fall apart 😂.