Hi Carole! Wow, those 2 hoodies did come out looking differently. But they are very comfy looking. Ok, the pockets are large, but I didn't notice it too much until you said something about it.😅
I think it's fabulous that you joined a rambling group! Yay! The blue hoodie is adorbs. I didn't notice the pocket size till you brought it up. The blue hoodie drapes better and looks more comfy than the first one. So excited about your new holiday place!!
Honestly I am so excited that I bit the bullet and joined the group, I have watched them in envy for so long! You are right about the two hoodies, the original one is quite stiff and the cuffs are so tight, this one is far better. Have a great weekend and thanks so much for your comments 🧵😊
Lots of fun life changes. I love walking but actually prefer to walk by myself. I walk very fast, love walking up and down hills, and really just want to walk not talk. I do go out for walks with my husband and the dogs everyday. I think the new sweatshirts looks great, the pocket is even OK.
How wonderful that you enjoy walking on your own and do so much of it. Like you I also walk my dog everyday but as he is getting older I can't do the distances with him anymore and going forward I know I will miss walking when he isn't around 😔. What I will enjoy the most is discovering new places in my area that I didn't know existed! Thanks so much for watching and your kind comment on my sweatshirt 🧵😊
😅😅😅 You are not a witch😅😅😅 That reminds me of when my husband and my children lived full-time in our RV for 9 years. It was like a vacation every single day.❤Enjoy your new chapter in your holiday life!❤😊❤
Thanks Zelda, we do have the sad task of emptying our caravan tomorrow. We have caravanned our entire married life so it will be the end of an era, I know you understand! xx💞
First of all, I love your channel. The hoodies are so nice. Keep putting in all the pictures at the end, too. I really like the bag and pouch you made, too. I think the noise of the bag would kind of bother me, too. LOL Keep up the great work.
Oh my word thank you so much for your kind words. I really appreciate it when someone comments on the content of my channel 😊. I have started another bag this evening...WITHOUT the vinyl and it is so much better! Hope you have a wonderful weekend and thanks again 🧵😊
Hi Carole, your hoodies are so nice, but it is a bummer that the pocket is one size, it doesn’t make sense 😂. I love your Fanny pack 😍😍. Thank you for sharing all the wonderful photos at the end of every video. Have a great sewing week 👚🪡🧵👚🪡🧵🌸🌸
Thanks Karen. The more I think about the pocket the more I realise that having one size pocket seems to be the norm for all patterns I've made whether you make a 6 or 24 the pocket piece is always the same. How can that work?! I need to start paying more attention to that!! I have made two more bags this week without the vinyl 🤣. Hope the bag sewing is still going well 💗🌷💗
Love this version, but you are right! That pocket is so big! I am impressed with all your makes! Well done! The Pluto embroidery is so cute! Always fun to spend time in your sewing room, and even more fun in person 😂. Happy sewing
Hi Carole. You always get so much done. I love the hoodie…the two do look different in the different fabrics. I think the weight and stretch makes such a difference. I have tried this once…. Instead of using the laminating sheets for fabric…I use beeswax. Basically, I get the beeswax beads place them on the fabric, use was paper or parchment fabric and melt the beeswax with the iron. It makes the fabric water “ resistant” but, I wouldn’t swear it’s waterproof. Over time I’ve read it needs to be reapplied although, I’ve never had to add any the pouches I’ve made. Investigate that for yourself of course… have a great weekend. Congratulations on your vacation home. I look forward to seeing it. ❤ Diann
You seem to achieve so much as well Diann! I was fascinated by the beeswax, that sounds like it could really work. People suggested Odicoat to me and I am trying that, not sure how I feel about the finished result. I think I'll just risk it to be honest as Katie wants a few made 🤣. Hope you have a wonderful week xx🍓❤️
Hi Carol! I like both your hoodies, even the giant kangaroo pocket! I seem to have lost my sewjo. I cut out a hooded cardigan and it is just laying there , not the first stitch have I done. I'm thinking I may make a quick little project, maybe a tee shirt to get me goin again. My husband is a musician, he plays Saxophone. Our son is a drummer, guitar player and singer. Our grand son,13, is playing Sax, piano, trumpet, and now has picked up the guitar! Our granddaughter, 10, is a good singer and will be great if she works at it. It's fun when we all get together, the family band. lol Have a great weekend!
Thanks Lavada, I can certainly keep a few tissues in that pocket! I'm so sorry to hear you aren't in a sewing mood but a nice little project might help, as you say something like a T shirt is perfect. You sound like you have a musical family as well!! Hubby plays Drums, I play Oboe and Flute, my son plays guitars, daughter sings (really well no idea why?!) and my parents are musical as well. I can't imagine having a house without music can you? What you didn't mention is what you play? Thanks so much for watching 😊🧵
Love the hoodie great colour i can see why you think the pocket is big but not out of place very cute bag but you here you coming lol😊 I'm sure you find something that works as always very enjoyable video ❤❤
Thanks Robyn, that bag is SO noisy and crackly, I don't think it could be worn to be honest so back to the drawing board. People have mentioned Odicoat so I am going to try that. Have a great weekend 🧵😊
Hi Carol, I love your sweatshirt, beautiful color. There is a product called.Odicoat by Odif, it’s a Gel Coating that you paint on your fabric and it’s waterproof and stain resistant. I’ve used it a few times, it gives a Matt surface.
Thanks for letting me know re Odicoat, you aren't the only person to say about it so it must be worth a try! Why don't I know these things?! That is why I love doing my channel, you all help me so much. Have a great weekend 🧵😊
The hoodie looks very cosy and comfortable despite the chest high pocket 😂. It will be a good one to wear fireside at the new holiday park model. You can hide a whole crisps bag in there to keep them for yourself 😉. Congrats on switching from the travel camper to something close to home. We gave up our little travel trailer after my husband had a head injury and I just couldn't do all the planning, prep, and driving myself. Never mind parking it !!! Last year we got a cabin size tent with 2 cots but we haven't used them yet. 🤞 for this summer. Enjoy your 'rambling'. I walk about 6km every other day but just along the river here in town. Oddly enough its called the Thames 😂😂😂😂.
Ha ha Nancy, it is indeed a chest pocket 😂. I did have our caravan in mind when I made it I will admit. The beginning of the season could be chilly. Crisps, popcorn I could have a whole food cupboard in there! Chris and I have caravanned our whole married life so it really is the end of an era for us. We just found we used it less and less and it was too small for any of the family to borrow plus they didn't have the cars to tow it. This way, even my parents can enjoy the caravan and the views so its a win win i hope! You will know how difficult it is to part with it by the sounds of it. Good luck with your tent in Summer. How crazy you walk beside the Thames!! Have a good weekend and thanks for chatting with me 🧵😊
Great video. Love the blue top. Love the pouch and the bum-bag, I wonder if some fusible fleece or something would make it less crunchy next time. Have a good week😊
Thank you so much Bridget. Funny you should say fusible fleece as I made some more this week and that's what I used! Thanks for watching and your lovely comments 🧵😊
Thanks Liz, I hadn't thought of going Rambling in the hoodie!! I definitely had the caravan in mind when I made it that's for sure. Thanks so much for your comment and watching 🧵😊
I do have that sweatshirt pattern, thought how it could possibly be different than others, and there you go, a huge pocket, which I think is great fun and elevates a traditional sweatshirt. Loved it! Easy enough to make it bit smaller, I’m about your size. But just a bit. 😂 thanks, Carole. (Deb)
Thanks Deb for saying the pocket makes the sweatshirt a bit different, it really does 😂. It annoys me sometimes with patterns as they never account for the smaller sizes with the pockets, all pockets are always just the one size whether you are making XXS or XL! As you say, I should just use my common sense and make them smaller. Hope you have fun with that pattern! 🧵😊
Your hoodie looks so cozy! I like the fanny pack, and don’t think it looks cheap at all! The boys look adorable in their Pluto shirts! So happy for you and your new caravan! 😘💗
Thank you Andra, you as always are so gracious and kind. Katie liked the Fanny Pack until she touched it and then just laughed about how crackly it was! Back to the drawing board with this Odicoat everyone is telling me about. Have a good weekend my friend 💞😘
The blue hoodie looks so cozy! I aways enjoy the wonderful scenery that you post at the end of your videos! I can't believe you already have daffodils! We usually see ours in March. Happy sewing!
Wow what a fabulous hoodie! It looks so warm and cosy and I have to say that I loooooove the big pocket. Isn’t it good that we are all different. Have a great weekend.
Yay, a vote for the big pocket! It certainly does make it comfortable and think of all the things and tissues I can store in there. Maybe the big pocket can be the feature 😂. Have a great weekend and thanks so much for watching 🧵😊
Hi Carole. I love the hoodie! I think the Disney bags are great for your daughter. Walking is like sewing in my book, good for your mental health and that must be a good thing. 👍
Hi Annette, Katie wasn't too keen on the Bum Bag, she was so excited initially until she felt it 🤣. I am going to make more though without the vinyl! The other bag is for her birthday, it will be when she is in Florida so I'm going to put Disney Dollars in it if I can. Walking is so therapeutic , I love nothing better than to be out in Mother Nature, in all weathers! 💞🌲🌲Have a good weekend 🧵😊
Hi Carole. I like heatnbond fusible vinyl. I found it easy to work with, but i can't speak to the noise concern. I made a cosmetic bag, and haver it as a gift. I hope you have a lovely trip to Florida.
Thanks so much for your comment. I think if Heat and Bond had the same effect you would know about it! I am trying this Odicoat stuff everyone is on about now, let us see how that goes. Thanks so much for watching 🧵😊
Brilliant to join a walking group!! I used to run a walking club out at the space center when I worked there. We walked Between launch sites at lunch. The Pluto shirts SO CUTE! Thise are some lucky kids!! Your new caravan sounds like a beautiful location! Im jealous!!!! I like the blue hoodie. Yes the pocket is big but it still has a nice shape on you! Those are cute cargo jeans you had on too. I am on Grandma duty all weekend and Caden has turned my sewing room into a mega computer game center. I purchased my collab fabric so we need to nail down a date for the fab 5!!! Its like herding cats! Love you Carole!!❤
Trish!! A walking group around Launch sites...well no one can compete with that! I am guessing it got a little hot at times 😂🚀. I bet you are loving being on Grandma duty but to change your lovely sewing room into a games arcade is the worst thing I've heard, mind you, anything to make our boys happy eh? 💞. So thrilled you have got some fabric, I can't imagine what you will do 👏🏼. See you so soon I hope!! 😘😘😘xxx
Love your hoodies! I have that pattern and it’s on my list to make, so thank you for sharing. I will have to think about the pockets, but I didn’t think they were too bad honestly:). I really love that you use the big four patterns, I’m not a fan of cutting and taping together pdf patterns! I do have a few pdf’s that I make, but if there’s a big four already for a particular style, I will go for it instead! Love your channel, keep up the amazing videos! And thank you!😊
Thanks so much for all your kind words! I am glad you didn't think the pocket looked too big, it is odd when they only do one size of pocket to fit everyone. I am definitely a Big 4 fan and like you hate sticking together etc. I will also go for a Big 4 alternative when I can and I have just got hold of a McCalls jumper pattern from 2022 which is identical to the Pogonip everyone is making 😂. Thanks for watching and have a great weekend 🧵😊
Congratulations on the static caravan sometimes it is nice to have a bit more space than a touring caravan has especially when it is raining. The grandchildren looked so cute in their tops and holding everything Pluto 😍 I love walking but can’t due to foot surgery that went wrong so in pain constantly 😕 anyway hope you enjoy it 👍
Oh Sandra, I am so sorry to hear that you are in pain with your foot. I can't imagine how frustrating that must be and makes me feel very grateful that I am able to do these things. It will be lovely to have more space in the caravan and the family can also use it whereas they couldn't with our 2 berth van. Those boys loved the Pluto tops so it was worth doing! Thanks so much for watching 🧵😊
Love your hoodies! I think those pockets are huge, also. Great news about the ramblers, I wish we had groups like that over here. I would love just to find someone else who sews, for goodness sake. Lovely pics, enjoy your weekend!😀
Thanks Sue, it isn't sense that the same size pocket would be suitable for all sizes and yet that is what patterns do all the time! I'm hoping that maybe someone in the walking group sews, just imagine combining the two of my favourite things!! Sorry you don't have anything like that where you are, just keep hunting 😊. Thanks as ever for watching and enjoy your weekend too 🧵😊
I am sitting in the Ft Lauderdale airport waiting for our flight to Charleston and you have inspired me! My sister’s favorite bag for travel tore and frayed along a seam and I think Sashiko patch would be perfect way to mend it! Maybe waxed cotton would have worked better for a bum bag. Love the look as it creases. It gets a nice distressed look.
You must be in Charleston now! What a wonderful place that is. A Sashiko patch on a bag would look so pretty, give it a try. I tried to replicate the laminated cotton I had but Katie wanted specific fabrics that I had already (don't ask!!) hence I tried the vinyl. I will certainly look up waxed cotton though, thanks. 🧵😊xx
That hoodie is one of my favorite patterns. If you drop the pocket down an 1” or 1.5” by folding it down. I think it will look much better. You are so talented. Love watching your channel.
Thanks so much for that idea of lowering the pocket. That certainly would be worth doing I think just to lower it down as at the moment it is just under my bust which isn't a good look! It is a shame about that pattern as the basic shape of it is good and I was happy with the other one, apart from the drooping pockets but that again was geared for the larger sizes and not the small size. Thanks for your kind words, I really appreciate it.🧵😊
I think your hoodie came out really cute. Looks very comfy. Awesome pocket, yeah a bit large though. So exciting about your new holiday home. You will have to give a a little tour when you visit. I'm finishing up some winter sewing, then I need to get busy with the Easter outfits. I'm going to visit the baby girls and my grandson in three weeks and would like to bring their Easter clothes with me. I found patterns and fabric in my stash so I think this weekend I will be doing a lot of sewing. Have an awesome weekend and thanks for sharing.
Thanks Carol, the hoody is certainly comfy that is for sure and super warm. Your Easter sewing plans sound wonderful and this year Easter is early which isn't fair on you! I am sure the Grands will love whatever you make for them and great that you already had the supplies in your stash. When the caravan is all set up I will certainly be sharing the photos, don't you worry! Have a good weekend 🧵😊
Hi Carole, your Hoodie looks cosy, you could hide a hot water bottle in the pocket, I don’t know if you’ve heard of (Odicoat ) I’ve just googled it as I couldn’t remember the name, I’ve never tried it but it makes fabric water resistant, they sell it Amazon,😊 your Caravan sounds lovely, we lived in a static caravan in our garden, for three years, while my husband built our house, it was quite an adventure, but as much as it was a relief to get in the house, my dream is to have a motorhome, Have a lovely weekend with your family X
Hi Anita, thanks so much for your comment and as for holding a hot water bottle, that is a genius idea 👏🏼. Straight away people starting telling me about Odicoat and I've now got some from Amazon. I will be trying it later. We are excited about the caravan but a little bit sad our touring days are over, we did have a motorhome for a year then swapped back. We found it didn't work with teenagers 🤣. Have a great weekend too 🧵😊
Ok, I will rethink my opinion of the hoodie then! It is so cosy and a great colour, I will just say the large pocket was the look I was going for 😂. Hope you have a great weekend and thanks so much for your comment 🧵😊
Hello Carole I agree with you that the laminated fabric is too noisy Too bad it's a nice bag I would make another one in another and give her the choice of which she will use The hug hoodie pattern Mcalls 7874 has a curved hem Nice design It's a great pattern The sewing bunny has also sewn this pattern Happy sewing 🪡 🧵 ✂️ Take care
Oh the bag is so noisy it is hilarious! Back to the drawing board with that one sadly. Never mind, I will chalk it down to experience! I have just checked out that pattern and yes it has a curved hem but not quite the overlapped one as in the Hug Hoodie. Thanks for telling me though. Have a great sewing week 🧵😊
The pocket on the hoodie would be perfect for Chris to put his arms around you from the back😊. I wonder if the bum bag would be so noisy once it is full and on the body. Just curious. How wonderful that you joined a rambling group since you enjoy walking so much. Oh, the shirts for the boys are precious. I see they are ready for Disney. Thank you for sharing your sewing and your life with us. Love, love, love the picture of Mickey and your other pup (do not remember it's name). Happy weekend!
Oh Carol that made me howl with laughter about Chris putting his arms in 🤣🤣. The bum bag is just as noisy believe me, I have to admit it was a fail! Back to the drawing board, Katie will just have to use an umbrella to protect it 🤣. I am so pleased with myself for getting the courage to join the group, I also can't walk as far with Mickey these days. I used to walk about 2 hours a day with him so at least I will still get the fresh air plus meet new people! The other dog was my son's and called Rory. He is an Australian Labradoodle and 4 years old, he's a menace at the moment because they have just had a baby 🤣. Thanks so much for your kind comments and hope you enjoy your weekend too 🧵😊
Hi Carole, I wonder if putting the vinyl coated fabric in the washer would soften it up a bit. You could try it on your scrap piece and see what happens. I’m sure your daughter will love it noise or not.
Thanks so much for that suggestion. My daughter has rejected the bag and has said for me to just go ahead, make some more and not worry about it being waterproof 😆. I will still try your idea though for future projects. Thanks for your help 🧵😊
Wow, you can stash a lot of Dorset buttons in that pocket or when picking up your house, you can make fewer trips to put things away. 😊🤣😅 Just kidding, it’s cute & cozy-exactly what you need for winter. I doubt anyone would notice the pocket size, but I’m surprised they didn’t have cutting lines for smaller sizes. Have a great week! 😊-Deborah
Hi Deborah, it doesn't make sense about the pocket sizes but I have thought that many times with the Big 4 patterns, they are always the same size regardless if you are sewing a 6 or 22!! I could indeed stash dorset buttons, my thread cards and many other things in that pocket. Instead of piles of stuff on the stairs to go up I could just load up my pocket 😂, oh the possibilities are endless! Have a great week 🧵😊
You hoodie looks good. I have had the pattern for ages but just not done it yet. Not sure of the sizing so really should get it out and look. I look walking too and finding a group sounds ideal x
Thank you Louise, I think the sweatshirt is quite oversized so just a warning and of course if you are making a smaller size I would suggest reducing the pocket sizes! How lovely that you enjoy walking too, I am so excited to perhaps discover new places with the group. Have a great week 🧵😊
I've tried that iron on vinyl too and was disappointed. Besides the noise and the creases, it doesn't wear well and quickly becomes damaged. I haven't found any better solutions yet. I think your unusual fabric is cotton velour. Minerva has it. It's so soft and comfy. Your sweatshirt looks great in it. Quite the oversight on Simplicity's part to make a huge one size pocket!
Oh I am so glad it wasn't me with that vinyl, I was so disappointed like you. I read that it does damage easily so with something that is continually used isn't great is it. You are right about the fabric, it does feel like velour and yes, it is so soft and comfy! I often find with patterns that there is only one size for pockets which annoys me as they don't take into account that on a smaller item the pocket will look larger. I should change it myself and not be lazy!! Have a great weekend and thanks for watching 🧵😊
For your waterproofing fabric...a thought. Some years ago there was a idea going around that you can soak damp fabric in watered down glue that would then dry soft enough to use but would be shower proof. Unfortunately I can remember no more than that, whether or not it worked I have no idea. Play if you are bored, sounds implausible, but who knows?
Hi Annette, thanks so much for your comment and the very intriguing way of coating fabric! People have mentioned something called Odicoat so I am trying that, a painted on liquid which to be honest does resemble glue. Have a great week and thanks again 🧵😊
Fab hoodie, annoying about the pocket size, they normally do two or three sizes to cover the ranges of sizing which is odd isn’t it? Odicoat works fab for painting onto non waterproof wovens to make the flexible but waterproofed. Love that you’ve joined a rambling club, i know how you love walking and spending time in the outdoors, so good for you! X
Thanks for being kind about the Rambling group, you can imagine the teasing I have had from my family 😂🌲. Now Mickey is getting older he can't do the long walks that I used to do everyday. I am going to get some of that Odicoat I think, even though it looks time consuming! It is always worth a try isn't it? Have a fab weekend and thanks so much again for the Sashiko supplies xxx💞
Ok that pocket is huge! You could fit a cat in there no problem 🤣 I think it looks great though and the colour is beautiful! Love the pouch and bum bag for Katie, but I completely understand what you mean with « it feels and sounds cheap ». As long as it keeps her stuff dry though. Congrats on the new caravan! That sounds so exciting and so much fun. Have fun this weekend - can’t wait to see pictures! Xx 💞
I can just see Bear in that pocket if it was on you 🐈🤣. I showed Katie the bum bag today and two things...she liked it until she felt it 😱and apparently now the fashion is to wear it 'over your shoulder' so the straps weren't long enough really.. I CAN'T WIN 😂😂. I am making another for ME now, without the vinyl!! Hope you have a great weekend too 💞😘
Bear would hate to be carried in a pocket but he definitely would fit 😂 What do you mean by over the shoulder? Do you mean across the chest? So like a boob bag instead of a bum bag? 😂
Is there something that you can paint on fabric to make it waterproof. I remember seeing the lady on Ithink it’s My Sewcial Thread, she made a baby bag when she was pregnant last year, I’m sure she painted something on the fabric
Thanks for your comment Karen. The minute people starting telling me about this stuff called Odicoat I have ordered it from Amazon! I will be trying it out later 👏🏼. Have a great weekend and thanks for taking the time to message 🧵😊
LOL!!!!!!! Yeah, that hoodie pocket is quite large. Hold a small child?!? LOLOL!!! You're too funny. Seriously, I never would have given a second thought about a one-size pocket pattern piece for a multi-sized hoodie. While I don't have that particular Simplicity pattern, I do have other hoodie patterns so I'll keep this issue in mind. Thanks, Carole! As for waterproofing anything, I use a spray on product called Scotch Guard. Works great! I used it years ago to waterproof my hiking boots before a week long backpacking trip in the Yosemite Wilderness (high country) where afternoon summer thunderstorms are quite common. Your daughter's fanny pack is very cute and very LOUD. A possibility (if you make another one in the future) would be to make one using a medium to heavyweight fusible interfacing to give the fabric stability, and then use Scotch Guard to keep it dry (assuming you have it or something similar in the UK). The downside might be a lingering odor for several days, but that should go away. I've used this product to waterproof a backpacking tent seams and the rainfly as well as my leather boots. I don't recall smelling any odor after allowing a thorough drying and airing out. Just a thought. Wondering if you can pick up some Disney fabric at a shop somewhere in Orlando or in a Disney property store for a future gift make. Maybe a trip to JoAnn's in Orlando would be do-able??? If not, I'd be more than happy to see if I could find some at my JoAnn's for you. Would probably be woven cotton, not a knit. Let me know. Can't wait to see your new static caravan and the views from it. How exciting for you, Chris and your family! xx ❤ Dori
Hi Dori!! Hope you have had a good week? I hadn't thought of just using Scotchguard like I do on my walking shoes? Others have mentioned Odicoat, something you paint on. I may give that a go. Katie was so excited when she saw the bum bag....and then felt it!! 😱She wasn't sold!! I do have lots of other Disney fat quarters so I will just use those, I have just made a bag for me WITHOUT the vinyl and it is so much better! Thanks so much for the offer of fabric though, hopefully on our visit to Orlando next month I can actually go into JoAnns again 👏🏼 Honestly, it was such a big decision about buying this holiday home but it just makes sense to us so we are very excited about it. Just to be able to pop down there at weekends without having to pick up our caravan, pack it and tow it somewhere, pitch it etc will be heaven. I will definitely show photos when it is set up don't worry. Thanks so much my lovely friend, have a great weekend 🧵😊xxx
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If you want to make another hoodie at any time the Stella hoodie from the stretch TATB book is very similar to your one but has a three piece hood so no points! It also has a normal size kangaroo pocket ….
Thanks Valerie, I think Adam has actually sent me the Stella hoodie pattern, it was included in a magazine. I will have to check that out. A NORMAL size pocket would be so much better! Have a great weekend 🧵😊
Thanks so much, ideally as you say faux leather would be great and I do have some. Unfortunately my daughter wants Disney fabric 😂. It would be nice for one for me though! Have a great weekend 🧵😊
Hi Carol, I was thinking 'wet .look' fabrics. I know what to not do now. I'm not laughing at your rambling. More peeps would be better off if they joined a group ❤
Oh Anne, it is so ridiculously noisy and Katie just laughed out loud when she tried it on! I am now making a couple more WITHOUT the vinyl. I have had so much teasing from my family about the walking group but as you say, if more people just got outside in Mother Nature with others to would certainly help a few more people to reduce stress! Have a great week 🧵😊