Chatty Tuesday - preparing for a weekend sewing retreat!

[@jesspeak7543]

It was great listening to all of your plans. The gifts from your sister are amazing. ❤😂

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you!! 😊

[@sewvertonmakery]

So brilliant to see all your projects for the retreat, TAKE THEM ALL!!!! Like you said its good to have options. That sweatshirting fabric is fabulous and so your colours even if you don't think they are. Can't wait to see you on Friday 😘

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you so much Katherine- what a fabulous weekend 🥰❤️🥰❤️

[@van_vinos66]

Wow!! Your Sister's gift is amazing. You are both so talented! I have donated lots of fabric for her charity also which I think is an amazing charity that she has created.

[@paulabatterbee4915]

Thank you very very much for your donation it will all get used xx

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you so much! That is so so kind of you 🥰

[@goldenfd475]

What a lovely gift from your sister and a very worthwhile charity

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you 🥰

[@wendybingham]

Have a great weekend away. Take all your cut out items. It will encourage you to get moving. The sewing machine from your sister is beautiful how thoughtful. Xxx

[@DevonThreadTales]

Yes I think I will 😄 It really was so lovely 🥰 Thank you 🥰

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

I’m loving your ambition Angela 😂. Last weekend I made one shirt and a bestie bag. Thought I’d get loads more sewn up 😂. Loving the fact you’re going for more animal print 😉. Have the best weekend. So sorry I can’t be with you all but can’t wait to hear all about it ❤

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aaahh that sounds like quite a lot a short and bag!!! Ha ha I know - I’m slowly warming to it lol!!! Aahh you’ll be missed lovely 🥰 x

[@StitchRipRepeat]

Oh I am so pleased Adam knew of the perfect pattern for your dress, it will be amazing! I have got the animal print sweatshirt in the navy/green colour way, isn’t it lovely 🥰. Great plans, be really good to see your Jessie coatigan FINALLY finished 😉😂xx ps I also have the same Advent calendar ❤️

[@DevonThreadTales]

Wonderful! It’s so nice isn’t it ❤️ 😆😆😆 I know I need to finish it desperately lol 😜 Aaahh I can’t wait for the adventure calendar can you? Thank you Helen 🥰

[@loribarton7480]

Hi Angela! Take it all! 😂

[@DevonThreadTales]

😂😂 love this ❤️

[@jennetthamilton971]

I think you should line the backless dress. I wonder if you could sew bra cups into the lining? Hi Five for stepping out of your comfort zone! I think we all need to do that every once in a while. Could you demonstrate how to make the little Christmas hats please? I love the idea for the Christmas table. Also, could you ask your sister if there is a pattern for the sewing machine wall hanging please? I would love to make one for a friend. And it's a good thing i don't live in the UK. I would go broke buying things from Adam. I'm so glad you are participating in vlogmas. I especially love watching the advent calendar openings. Have fun at the retreat.

[@DevonThreadTales]

Oohh yes I will do a hat on one of my vlogmas videos. I’ll also ask my sister about the embroidery she did. Thank you so much ☺️ ❤️

[@bridgetwhite5547]

Brilliant video. So inspiring. Take it all then you have options. Have a great time. 🎉

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you so much ☺️ ! Will do!❤️

[@laurajones4088]

The retreat sounds like lots of fun. Definitely take several projects so you have options. Personally, I would leave more involved projects at home, because I would need to concentrate. I suggest either lining or using binding for the party dress. I don’t care for folding edges under twice and topstitching. The gift from your sister is lovely! She’s very talented. Enjoy the retreat and happy sewing, Angela.

[@DevonThreadTales]

Got to love having options 😆 Yes I think lining the dress is the way to go! I know such a lovely gift 🎁 Thank you 🥰❤️

[@yvonneimms9762]

Hello, love all your plans, I would probably try and finish the Jessie coatigan to wear rather than working on it on your retreat. You don’t say how long you are away for but would suggest 2/3 new projects which will excite you more. I really like the sweatshirt material you bought. Might get tempted myself. Look forward to seeing what you made when you are back ❤

[@DevonThreadTales]

That’s such a great idea - but I didn’t I’m afraid - I have to finish it though!!! The sweatshirt fabric is so lovely. Thank you so much 🥰❤️

[@makeitsew2023]

Can’t wait to see your plans made up! I always end up on my phone watching the tv as I used to do cross stitch or something else, you’ll love making the hats 😀 x

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aahh thanks Mandy. Yes that’s what I’m trying to get out of the habit of doing - and the hats are so cute!! Thanks lovely 🥰❤️

[@irishcamper2106]

I love watching your videos and they usually inspire me to make a purchase of some fabric, pattern or both as we have similar taste. This week I laughed when you pulled out the leopard print as I’ve just bought it too and like you had the same thoughts as I liked the blue but went for the same colour as you for similar reasons and also got the hubby involved in the decision. Looking forward to your vlogmas! Have a great weekend 🌺🧵

[@DevonThreadTales]

Oh isn’t that so funny 😆 lol! It’s gorgeous though isn’t it! Thank you so much lovely 🥰

[@AudreyDicks-z6l]

Take all of it !! Thank you for a very lovely vlog . I love all your projects and the gift from your sister is beautiful. Have a productive but relaxing time at the retreat . x

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@gailheadon2195]

Definitely add lining to backless dress, they tend to drop and you don’t want to see the inside of the dress. Have a great weekend.

[@DevonThreadTales]

I ended up lining it - and it worked a treat! Thank you 🥰❤️

[@clairerosey9921]

Oh I love that blue fabric. Whatever you decide to do ( I’d be tempted to try the lining and extend it down to the thigh as a slip.) I recommend that you add some thin elastic around the curve of the back so it doesn’t stretch out and sits nicely against your skin. Can’t wait to see it 🥰

[@DevonThreadTales]

Great idea!! I think I am leaning more towards lining rather than the other method. Thank you 🥰❤️

[@debsmadethis]

I'd line the backless one ! So many super items, hope you have /had a fab time !

[@DevonThreadTales]

Yes - I agree. Thank you so much ☺️

[@kathisews9425]

Such a wonderful episode, exactly what I needed today to keep me company on much much needed and anticipated sewing day 🥳🥳 so excited for vlogmas, I’m happy you will sweeten our December 🥰🥰

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aaahh what a wonderful message to read - thank you so much 😊. Have a wonderful sewing day 🥰

[@frannygrace2191]

Take everything! What a lovely gift from your sister! Have fun at your retreat!

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@CreativityFromBlueberryH-wo3gu]

I loved the jersey animal print! Oh my! You are delightful and ambitious!

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aahhh thank you ☺️ ❤️

[@mornamurphy6962]

Hi Angela - what a fabulous video - I loved it and kept having to stop to write things down or go and check I had red white and green balls of wool( I do 😃). I want to download the sweatshirt pattern, even though I live in Australia ( I’ll buy light sweatshirting !) and I think you should take everything to the retreat otherwise you’ll regret leaving the others. Your sister is so talented and thoughtful - what a fantastic gift . It must have taken her a long time. Not sure about turning over the edge of the dress🤔If you lined it, you could just sew into the side seams and maybe topstitch to keep in from moving as I don’t think you could even handsew the bottom of the lining to the dress without it showing ( presume you are just thinking of lining top half)? Great work, enjoy the retreat. X

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aaahh thank you so much. That’s great re the wool - those hats are so cute aren’t they!!! So glad you like the sweatshirt pattern. Yes I think just lining half of it would work - I can’t wait to make it. Thank you 🥰❤️

[@SewMyTime]

Love , love the animal print fabric. Casey pattern looks so good and agree with you that self colour bands look best with it. Fabulous plans - good luck!!! Your sewing retreat sounds wonderful- no green eye here 😅. Have a wonderful and productive time. 😊. Lynne

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aahh thank you so much - it really was lovely. Can’t wait to make up the animal print fabric! ☺️❤️

[@fuchsiacherryblossom]

That's such an amazing make from your sister!!!

[@DevonThreadTales]

It really is ❤️ Thank you 🥰

[@lornaj4442]

The sewing plans look great, look forward to seeing how many of them you get done! I also brought the Atelier Brunette fabric as a treat to myself, along with their hoodie pattern. Will hopefully make up my practice one today before cutting into that expensive fabric! Have a great time away. 😊

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aaaahh it’s lush isn’t it 🥰 Thank you so much ☺️ ❤️

[@jennyturner6399]

Lots of lovely projects Angela, depending on how long you’re going for I would take about half but including both bags. 🧶🌈🍓💙

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you Jenny 🥰❤️

[@angeliaharron]

A lining always elevates a make, you could stitch it to the shoulder a nd sleeve seams inside to hold the lining in place. For the skirt make some thread loops between fabric and lining to give movement. Take all the stuff with you! Angela

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you so much for the tips that really is great. I did end up lining it - and doing exactly what you said - it worked a treat. Thank you ☺️ ❤️

[@brenholmes4894]

You can never take too much to a retreat. Then you have e a choice and can sew just what you feel like doing. Why not break out of your comfort zone and choose a different pattern and fabric colours? I'm sweatshirt mad at present, too. I just want to be warm and wear snuggly clothes. I have also made my third Southbank Dress. I do fancy the Billie Sweatshirt and Dress pattern, so I may well purchase it. I saw those little hats in a bistro while out for lunch today; they are so cute.

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aahh the Southbank is such a lovely dress. The billie is lovely too - and the pockets are nice on it. Thank you so much ☺️ ❤️

[@sewsisteranna]

I would line it - I think a hem could be a loose fit and ‘flop’ a bit

[@DevonThreadTales]

I agree - I think I am going to line it. Thank you 🥰❤️

[@sosewmad]

How absolutely lovely, what a beautiful collection of things to take with you, wish I was there, have an amazing time ❤

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you so much lovely - Cara you were very missed. Next time 😉 ❤️❤️❤️

[@donnabronner4837]

I have that panda fabric. Can't wait to make it.

[@DevonThreadTales]

It’s adorable - and looks so good made up 🥰

[@annettecowburn-sz8cq]

Hi Angela, all those plans for your retreat!! Take something that you have nearly finished and then you'll have free rein to decide on the next project. What lovely gifts from your sister.....love that sewing machine in particular. I hope you have a fabulous weekend and get lots made.

[@DevonThreadTales]

That’s a great idea - yes I think that’s a good plan!! I know I was so tickled with it when it arrived. Thank you so much 🥰❤️

[@alisonkemp1671]

Hi Angela Take everything to the retreat, you never know what you’re going to be in the mood to sew 😊 I’m the same with books too, gotta have choices to suit your mood. I need an extra suitcase for sewing projects and literature 😂 Enjoy the retreat. I have a weekend of sewing planned with my sister that I am really looking forward to. She sews absolutely amazing bags. Your sister’s sewing is amazing. That’s what is so fabulous about this hobby. No two sewists the same. 😊❤

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you - I think you’re right - I like to have choices lol 😂 Aaahh love this book choices, sewing project choices - always good to have. You’re right everyone’s style technique etc is always so different - it was such a lovely thing to receive through the post ❤️ Thank you 🥰

[@TheFrenchSeams_vlog]

These projects are incredible!!!!!! Bring them all 😂 those Christmas hats are the cutest!!!! What a talented sister!!! I cannot wait to see you soon x

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you so much!! Wasn’t it a blast - loved every minute!! 🥰❤️🥰❤️

[@sewkanna5723]

Chatty Tuesday - love it! Create a hashtag! For yip, yapping and hi's & hellos! Make that sweatshirt, wear it and rock those durgy colours! 😂 Take it all and have choices! Love your gift from your sister, theres lots of talent there, get her on the garments! 😍

[@DevonThreadTales]

Ha ha - that’s not a bad idea 😉 lol - I will make it - I can’t wait 😜 She defo needs to make garments!!! She would love it xx Thank you ❤️

[@madebykarenmarie]

So many lovely projects, Angela. I can't wait to see them all made up. I think the animal print sweatshirt will look great on you! Happy to hear that you are doing vlogmas, too. Have fun on your sewing retreat!

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thanks so much 😊

[@karenlowes7802]

My goodness, your sis is one talented lady. That wall hanging is so beautifully done! Lucky you.❤

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you! 😊 she is - I can’t wait for her to see clothes too 🥰❤️

[@karenrafferty8364]

Ah wow your sister is amazing! Love your gift. ❤can’t wait to see what u get done lol loads to get through 😂

[@DevonThreadTales]

I know!! I think I might be over cooking it lol lol 😜 Thank you 🥰

[@edwinamackinnon7004]

Hi Angela,, love your enthusiasm! I would take all of your projects. I always like to have choices as I never know what I will feel like sewing on the day. Look forward to seeing what you achieve. Have fun😊 0:06 😊

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aahh thank you - I think you’re right. I would be annoyed if I left any home and then fancied sewing them. Thank you 🥰

[@Redtop1965]

The animal print fabric looked lovely against your face. It gave it a nice soft glow. I'll look forward to seeing you wearing the finished garment.

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aahh thank you - I’m excited to get it sewn up 🥰❤️

[@tracycharalambous5223]

The animal print is lovely & it's good to be courageous & try something different. You're turning into Ruan 😂 Enjoy your retreat & I take too many projects on retreat too, that's half the fun ♥️

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you! 😊. Ha ha yes I did think about Ruan when I got it 😂 Aahh thank you ❤️

[@ritaadler-everett5392]

Oh my gosh Angela! I don't do animal print either, but I too, wanted to dip my toe in the animal print world! I just made the Alana Dress by Sinclair in a yellow and white dotty zebra stripe Ponte de Roma fabric! My husband loved it. So funny! I'll be going to Arizona soon, so it definitely still weather appropriate. I'm so proud of us for going out of our comfort zones. And, just wow, on your sister's gifts. So pretty and so thoughtful. I think you should hang it behind you on the closet door. Then it will be seen with every vlog you make!

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aahh that’s so great - go is for stepping outside of our comfort zones lol! Aaahh have a wonderful time in Arizona. That’s a great idea for my sisters gift - thank you 🥰❤️

[@lindaboby6007]

Great vlog as always my goodness how long are you going on this retreat for? Love your excitement which leaps at me through the screen. You are such an inspiration ❤❤❤

[@DevonThreadTales]

😂😂😂 I know I think I can see at warp speed clearly lol 😂 Aahh thank you so much that’s so kind of you 🥰❤️

[@clarethompson1934]

Hi Angela, love your channel. The inner tube of paper towels would be more hygienic especially on the dinner table. Just a thought. love Clare from NZ 🇬🇸🥝

[@DevonThreadTales]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 Thank you 🥰

[@gwenasprey764]

TAKE THEM ALL, line the blue dress it will look more professional. I love this vlog . I would to know how to make the sewing machine . Happy sewing . Gwen

[@DevonThreadTales]

😂 I did take them all lol 😜 Aaahh thank you so much. I will ask my sister how she made it and share at some point. Thank you 🥰❤️

[@Sheri...]

Wow, you really covered a lot of ground in this video! I enjoyed it all. I like the T shirt you're wearing. Will get that pattern. The craft pouch from Adam is terrific, with seven!! sections. Your sister is quite talented - her gifts are beautiful.

[@DevonThreadTales]

So glad you enjoyed it - thank you so much 🥰❤️

[@debbiecarter6430]

Love that animal print, not something I would normally go for either. I would probably take a few projects with you but not so many that you still can’t decide when you get there. Have a fab time. Xx

[@DevonThreadTales]

That’s a great thought actually yes! Thank you ☺️ x

[@Sheri...]

Your Sister's charity is doing really good work. I've just made a donation.

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aaahh that’s so kind of you - thank you so much ☺️ 🥰

[@gingerninja_sews]

Ooo that atelier brunette sweatshirt fabric is lush. Me and Jen are off to Harrogate this weekend I'll be on the look out for some of that. Your sisters embroidery is gorgeous. Have a lovely time this weekend, looking forward to hearing all about it :)

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aaahh have the most amazing time - and hope you find the fabric. It is super soft too - I love it! Thank you so much 🥰❤️

[@debs4264]

Oooo your Asha dress is looking fabulous. Love the sleeve/wrist detail. I went to Truro fabrics, think I must have heard you mention them, what an aladdin's cave! Spent more than I wanted but was so pleased. I saw the cord fabric and was really tempted

[@DevonThreadTales]

Aahh thank you so much - I really need to finish it as I think it will look lovely once done. Aaahh I’m so pleased you found it and enjoyed it there - it’s great isn’t it. Thank you 🥰❤️

[@michturner179]

Hi Angela..I made the Casey cropped sweatshirt after seeing your last vlog…I did add a couple of inches to the length as it was too cropped for me….i did it all on my Overlocker and it took no time at all to whip up….i love it. In fact I have now made 3 and intend to make more….so big thank you for sharing…..still love the billie sweatshirt too though ❤😊

[@DevonThreadTales]

Oh wow that is so awesome. Fabulous!!!! You are welcome - and you’ve made my day that you like it. Thank you 🥰❤️

[@michturner179]

@ just to add to my last post…that I did use different colour ribbing to the neck cuffs and hem band 😀

[@DevonThreadTales]

@michturner179 thank you 🙏🏼 ❤️

[@jeannettehirst5489]

What a fabulous sweatshirt pattern, I always end up cropping the Linden and funnily enough I bought the exact same fabric in both of the colour ways not yet made up can’t wait to see your version😊

[@DevonThreadTales]

Oohh how funny!! They are both great aren’t they. Come on - you need to sew them up too 😉❤️❤️❤️

[@jeannettehirst5489]

@@DevonThreadTales waiting to see yours 😆

[@michelewatson2159]

How long is your sewing retreat? A month...? 😂 seriously though it would be nice to have options and see how the mood takes you. I'm also on a Devon sewing retreat from 3-6 Dec ... can't wait! Normally I take a few choices but this time I'm planning on making the Mallard coat by Sewing Revival. I'm making it as a cocktail coat in a beautiful fabric I bought from Stone Fabrics. Sadly I can't upload a photo to show you. All your potential makes look fabulous... have a lovely time 😊

[@DevonThreadTales]

😂😂😂 I know it is a bit excessive- but I got excited lol 😂 Aaahh I hope you have a wonderful time on your retreat - where about in Devon are you going? Good luck with your coat. It sounds lovely Thank you 🥰❤️

[@michelewatson2159]

@DevonThreadTales I'm not going far from home. This one is just outside Totnes run by Yvonne from Hip Hip Hooray. She runs several each Autumn and Spring. Watched your vlog from the retreat yesterday. Looks like you had a great time and got lots made. 😀

[@noeleengayjess8416]

Enjoy your retreat. I’m excited to see what you manage to sew. Question is the Asher dress true to size I’m just about to cut it out. Happy sewing

[@DevonThreadTales]

Thank you so much ☺️ I think it is - although not finished yet - but so far it looks to be good. 😊

[@nolacook7344]

Take just 2 items an d who knows they maybe completed . HURRAY!

[@DevonThreadTales]

😂😂😂 you never know I might 🙈🙈🙈