Blame It on the Hurricane!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

#fridaysews #hurricanemilton2024 #sewingprojects Here are all the deets and links: Cheryl @bluegrassdreams2seams510 Catherine @CatherineSews Organizations that are helping with Hurricane Helene: Samaritan's Purse: www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/nam/#volunteer-now The Cajun Navy: cajunnavyrelief.com/donate/ The skirt: Butterick 6164 - Vintage out of print New Look 6577: simplicity.com/new-look/n6755 Fabric: www.hobbylobby.com/fabric-sewing/home-decor-fabric-trim/home-decor-fabric/linen-fabric/p/29955 The t-shirts: McCall's 8163: simplicity.com/mccalls/m8163 McCall's 8493: simplicity.com/mccalls/m8493 Copper Creek The Anything But Basic Tee: coppercreekpatterns.com/produ... Butterick 4052: Vintage 1995 All fabrics are remnants from my stash Walmart Dress and skirt from Free Assembly: Skirt: www.walmart.com/ip/Free-Assembly-Flared-Midi-Skirt-Sizes-0-16/5318582466?classType=VARIANT Dress: www.walmart.com/ip/Free-Assembly-Women-s-Short-Sleeve-Button-Midi-Dress-XS-XXL/5314779076?classType=VARIANT&athbdg=L1600 ****I was wrong on the price of the dress, it's $34**** The fabric I'm using: www.hobbylobby.com/fabric-sewing/apparel-fabrics/denim-fabric/indigo-washed-denim-fabric---6-5-ounce/p/49116 Friday Sews Central: / 1314506359159077 Friday Sews Creators: facebook.com/groups/386536566390087

[@dianecrews6130]

Bluegrass dreams two seams

[@CatherineSews]

Hi Jen! It's so kind of you to a) notice where my subscriber count is, and b) encourage your viewers to give me the boost to break the 100K mark! I can't thank you enough for your interest and your support. And, BTW, I always smooth out the top edge of my sheets and pillow cases before tossing them into the dryer, but I didn't know that was hand ironing! Who knew that was a thing! I've been subscribed to your channel for quite a while now, and I will definitely subscribe to Bluegrass Dreams 2 Seams!

[@marilynpodoll3278]

I'm 74. My grandma ironed everything. When I would visit she would let me iron. I liked it. I ironed pillowcases, handkerchiefs, etc. Thanks for your fun videos.

[@bluegrassdreams2seams510]

Jen, cute haircut! I remember my mother-in-law used to hand-iron. Thank you for shout out. I opened my messages and started reading. You are just full of surprises🥰 Thank you.

[@Silver_Threads_Sewing]

Hi Jen. I love that you’re trying all the T shirts. I am always interested in different patterns. Thank you Jen for the concern for NC. It really is still a mess, we are so blessed with volunteers and supplies. Thank you for your prayers. God is the only one who can bring beauty from the rubble. ❤️ Diann

[@lorrainesquiltingandsomuch3582]

Happy you're safe. My dad is 97 and still going strong.

[@ZeldaSews]

My mom taught me to hand iron!❤ I'm so glad that you and your family and your home we're all good! 🥰

[@debbiesnyder4778]

I love Catherine Sews. She’s amazing in her tutorials. Yes please subscribe. Haven’t heard of the other lady but I sure will check her out. Thanks Jen

[@MaryCunningham-u5j]

My mother always tried to hang clothes up to dry in a way that would minimize ironing later - there was so much housework "back in the day" that women were always trying to save themselves some work! Hurricanes can be so unpredictable and I am glad you were spared while so sad for those who weren't. Good luck with getting the skirt right - it will be worth it since you've gone this far with it! The scripture reminds us that we can only really hope in God!

[@dillismoore432]

I'm so glad you made it through the hurricanes OK. I love what you're wearing! I love the scripture you read today!!📖

[@debrajensen755]

Love your hair. Thanks for sharing

[@robynlaszlo6128]

Nice to see that everyone is ok hand ironing I think everyone has done it one time or another have a wonderful week 😊😊😊

[@suzannewilman7634]

Thanks for your encouraging scripture, bless you. Love the look of your blue striped T shirt ❤

[@yesi8that]

Love your new haircut!

[@carmensalome]

Amen he will renew your strength! I watch Catherine and love her content. Can’t wait to see that skirt.

[@pennyhanson2598]

Glad all is well with you in Florida and hope your Mum is feeling better. Hand ironing is something we probably do unconsciously as washing is transferred to the dryer quite often. My Mum used to roll up jeans to reduce creases and never had to iron them. Very pretty dress you are wearing! Kind regards from Penny 🇬🇧😊💕

[@SharonRStudio]

I watch Catherine Sews. So glad you are giving her a shout out. I’ve learned so much from both of you. I’ll have to watch Bluegrassdreams2seams510. Thanks for the info.

[@marciakistner8977]

Jen, I have been smoothing fabrics with my hands for years but didn't know it was called hand ironing. 😂 It helps the garment so much.

[@goinsewin163]

I also have parents in good favor at 92 (dad) and 87(mom). So happy the Lord has blessed them so.

[@kimrumill1345]

Love your new haircut! Thank you for sharing your process… your trials and errors encourage me! I mean if the famous Jen has challenges sometimes I guess my mistakes are ok too!

[@amierikke6225]

I’ve heard of finger pressing like a small seam that needs opening up but I’ve never heard of hand ironing. Makes sense!

[@SewAndTellwithDori]

Hi Jen: I didn't know there was a term "hand ironing" until your program. I will wash 100% cotton fabric and dry it in a hot dryer. Then, I'll take the (always) wrinkled fabric, spray it with water, "hand iron" it, and then roll it up for about 15 mins. before using a real iron on it. The wrinkles come out so much easier. Cotton wrinkles can be a real bear to get out, but this method works very, very well. Thanks for the new (old?) sewing term! Yes, praise God for Gov. DeSantis!!!!!! I'm so incredibly impressed with his leadership and God-given, Solomon-like wisdom in which he manages the state and sends human resources where needed - in state and out!!! (I was watching his press conferences for a year before moving here.) As you know, I'm a new FL transplant, but you'd be surprised at the number of Californians that wish DeSantis was the governor there. The current CA governor doesn't hold regular press conferences, doesn't give the CA citizens regular up-to-date news about what's going on - zero, zilch, nada info from him. Heaven only knows what Gavin 'Nuisance' actually does other than rub elbows with the rich and famous CA people, especially during a world-wide pandemic when he tells his people to stay home. So glad I'm not in CA anymore! Anyway, I'm so happy to hear that your mother didn't break a hip in a fall, which is what happened to my 90 yr old father (deceased in 2002). I will keep your parents in prayer for continued health and strength! 🙏🏻🥰 BTW: The top of the dress you are wearing in his vlog fits you so well. Can you use this hack pattern for a t-shirt? Dori

[@MichelleSewsAgain]

Mackinac Island is where Somewhere in Time was filmed - one of my favorite all time movies 😊 🌸 Jen - I LOVE your haircut! It looks amazing!!

[@susan571]

So happy to hear from you. I have been thinking about you since this hurricane hit.

[@ZeldaSews]

I picked up that same fabric thinking it was linen too!

[@normacooper6377]

I already love watching Catherine Sews! Will check out the other one you mentioned though. Glad you’re safe after the last two hurricanes. We had some nearby Helene damage from the high winds in southeastern Ohio, too!😳 There were mostly power outages and trees downed.

[@maryleigh3788]

Hi there, I was noticing your dress and wondered about the pattern and if it was in a video. Love the material, very flattering .

[@Lorij83]

Your hair looks so extra pretty.

[@ZeldaSews]

I picked up that same fabric thinking it was linen!

[@socarole66]

Love love love your new hair! I bet you couldn't stop swishing your head around when it was cut! I know even if I have an inch cut off it feels lighter 😂 I know you weren't setting out to make a blue striped T shirt but that is gorgeous on you 💙. Both that denim dress and skirt are such a cool design, I hope you can copy that. I love Cheryl's channel already, she is so talented and has been such a loyal supporter of Friday Sews, well done for giving her the shout out. So glad you stayed safe during both the Hurricanes, man I hope that is it for you over there. Storm season is just beginning for us, we had Storm Ashley at the weekend 🌊⛈️☔️. Lovely to see you my friend xxx❤

[@MultiColoredThreads]

I hand iron t shirts all the time. Of course there are others that definitely need to be ironed.

[@DebsWay]

When you first mentioned "hand ironing" I thought you were talking about what I know as "finger pressing", which I've done a lot of when quilting. Learned something new! LOLOLOL...

[@judithsteward7891]

Your hair is great!

[@st6457]

I recognize the Draper fabric. We have stayed at The Grand a couple of times (before the new owners). It is a fabulous place. You must go there! And check out the pics of their rooms on the internet.

[@janefranklin8679]

The Lord is so good and merciful. He can NEVER be outdone in generosity. Jesus, I trust in you.

[@ChristineSewsALot]

Love your hair!

[@brendastevens8325]

I love your haircut..super cute

[@sandraobrien8705]

Lovely French bob, youthful and pretty on you.

[@maryleigh3788]

Hi there, was curious about the pattern for your dress you have on. Love the material, very flattering.

[@victoriahannah1633]

Sending prayers for your mother. Glad to hear you and your family did great through the hurricanes. I haven’t been doing the best. Just been having some things going on and I’ve been diagnosed with adult onset asthma.( I had child hood asthma.) of course insurance company denied my first inhaler and it took couple more days to order approved one through pharmacy. So in the meantime my condition got worse. My chest was heaving in & out with absolutely no rest whatsoever. I couldn’t even get enough air to hardly speak. Finally I got my inhaler and what a miracle from God. I can breathe so much better. I’m still a bit sore from the extreme workout my chest got and I do tire easily but that is getting better. Trying to get better so we can get to Florida on November 1. This will be our last trip to Florida as my son has taken a job in North Carolina. His wife has a job interview this coming week. Going to cut our travel time in half. I’ll miss Florida but also looking forward to a change. Needless to say sewing came to an abrupt halt. I am hoping maybe by end of week to get back into it.

[@SuzySunshine]

Hi Jen! It's s so great to have a face to Cheryl! I will definitely have a look at her channel. She is an awesome moderator. Jen, when are you going to model that beautiful blue dress on your mannequin? That is definitely your color. I could tell when you held up the blue stripey t-shirt. I'm happy you didn't have to come home to grief and disaster. ❤ Bernadette

[@ZeldaSews]

Amen! 😅

[@sandygammage2728]

Love Catherine Sews.

[@mickeyhinkson1750]

Jen, you are in pattern hell! You are too good a seamstress to keep wasting your time on engaging a new pattern every time you sew. Take your favorites, and hack them to make the styles you want. Then the clothing fits, is scaled to your frame, and you are happy with the results without making toiles all the time, and having a pile of rejects. The biggest reason I hear that sewists don’t do that is “I don’t want to take the time to do the pattern work”, but time and resources are used for “ tweaking” everything you make. These days, the only reason I look at pattern books is to get design and styling ideas, then I take a picture to refer to when I’m working with my basic “tried and true” patterns. It takes a lot of stress out of sewing. And . . . your new haircut looks great!

[@margiecook6379]

God is good!

[@debbiemason2007]

Hi Jen..when you said hand press..I thought oh does she mean finger press lol which is a term when sewing you use your thumb or fingers..always enjoy your channel cheers deb from Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦🇺🇸

[@donnanonne8612]

So happy the hurricane passed you by. We were also very lucky. A few more inches and the water would have been in our house! Thank you for mentioning how wonderful our Governor is. I also "hand iron." I do it with the clothes that have just come out of the dryer and are still hot. Works great on denim and cotton t-shirts.

[@DenaDeschene]

Also a Floridian who is proud of our Governor!

[@annblachly8068]

Denim is heavy and hot, even lightweight.

[@jeanettespracklen5777]

Hi - I have a favourite T shirt pattern that is no longer in print. Happy to send you the files, if you want to give it a go, the Toronto Tee by Rebecca Page. I also have a few other patterns you might like. Both were free the Monroe Turtle neck and the Mandy Boat Tee. Send me a message if you need them.

[@raspeight22]

I know why dreams to seams has a low subscriber count…….. Please ask her to turn on notifications.

[@helraymc]

I love our Governor! He has always stayed on top of what is happening in our state. Remember when he replaced the bridge to Sanibel Island after another Hurricane within a couple of weeks!

[@ZeldaSews]

Hi Jen! I'm first!