Finished Indie Makes - Video 41 - 3rd September 2018

[@jennistevenson796]

I love the top, the fabric you used is gorgeous. Do you think it would work in stretch cotton ?

[@StitchyBee]

Thanks Jenni, I wouldn’t choose stretch cotton for the Kingfisher as I think it benefits a really light fabric. Stretch cotton can be a bit stiff for tops, it’s better used in fitted trousers or a dress which requires structure 👍🏻 Thanks for watching 😊

[@myralorraine]

I love both pieces Cheryl! Your top is absolutely adorable and I knew it would be when you showed the fabric you wanted to use in your other video. This dress will be beautiful on you and complements your complexion some nicely! I do understand how you have to tweak the fit a little to get that “perfect for you” type of look, but it truly is a beautiful dress!

[@maureencullen1008]

I bought the cape "pattern" .Yours looks lovely but I would have liked to see that and your other makes on.I love the pink herringbone you've chosen and the silver blue is beautiful.perhaps you can show them on in another vlog.

[@StitchyBee]

Maureen Cullen will do Maureen 👍🏻🌷

[@gaynorturner5370]

Thank you for posting Cheryl worth waiting for :-), I love the Kingfisher top the pink stitching finishes it off perfectly. The wrap is something I really want to make so can't wait to see your new fabric on Wednesday! (don't tell anyone though as I've promised not to buy anymore fabric this month) Love your make, the lining was worth the effort :-Dx

[@StitchyBee]

thanks Gaynor 😊 Your fabric secret is safe with me 😉 Just shout if you ever need plain packaging 😁

[@ruthlanwarne8978]

Hi Cheryl. When I’ve had that sleeve finish (which is on a few) I sewed that raw seam by hand to one side which really improves the finish. Great makes. 😁

[@EileenR11]

I love how the lining looks on the wrap, so it was worth the trouble. Will you be suggesting some lining fabrics on Wednesday? That would be great. I think the top looks lovely on you also. I need another beginner one to try. I didn't go for it initially as it is so boxy and I thought it might be quite unflattering, but I think fabric choice makes a big difference. The very strong contrast in the example the company use makes it look more rounded and boxy than your more subtle choices. Looking forward to the next video.

[@kimkennedy90]

Hi love the makes are beautiful especially the Kingfisher top. I have been wanting to get that one. Now you have inspired me

[@StitchyBee]

Thank you 😊. It's so fab Kim, definitely a great staple.

[@rahayusudin8473]

Hi Cheryl! Love all your makes , and your fabric choices are stunning! Thank you for sharing ! 😘🤗

[@StitchyBee]

thank you Rahayu 😊

[@TheFrenchSeams_vlog]

The Skye Wrap is gorgeous!!!!

[@sewagnes6706]

Hi Cheryl. I just love the cape. Beautiful colours and fabrics. Thanks for the tip in sewing with a stretch and woven fabric! I really love the fabric for your top. Beautiful colours. The dress looks really chic and look forward to seeing you wearing that. Thanks as always for sharing xx

[@StitchyBee]

sewagnes thanks Agnes for always following and for your kind comments 🌷💖

[@jobaker6091]

Another fantastic and honest but kind review. You have such a lovely presenting style, Cheryl. Love the top - I have the merchant and mills farrow pattern which is similar - so I might try with some silky fabric I have. Xx

[@StitchyBee]

thank you so much for your kind words Jo 😊 I love Merchant and Mills but have yet to make any of their patterns, thanks for the nudge, I'll have a peek.

[@themonkeypuzzle]

You're wonderful, Cheryl! I love the wrap and discovered the gorgeous Luna Lapin kit thanks to you ... Will be making both. Very exciting. ♥

[@StitchyBee]

thank you so much 😊 I appreciate your kind words. Enjoy Luna, I'm really tempted too.

[@helenawagstaff9755]

The kingfisher top looks great, mixing woven and jersey is a great idea. Some ready to wear tops I've had in the past from Jigsaw are made like this. The velour at the neck makes it look like a luxurious cowl and what a fab present. Will look forward to seeing your dress once you have altered it to fit.😊

[@StitchyBee]

ooh yes I agree with it being similar to Jigsaw tops. I always think a multi-fabric pattern adds a bit of an edge.

[@rachelcoleman1267]

Cheryl I did see on another you tube video about using embroidery stabiliser on stretchy fabric seams to make it act like a woven they then can be torn away afterwards, this might have worked but it looks great

[@StitchyBee]

now that's a sensible idea Rachel. I think I was a bit impatient to make this so fast as it was such a simple pattern. I'll get myself better prepared next time 😊

[@bevtooth]

Most RTW Tshirts are finished the same on the armholes as your blue ponte dress. The seam is then flattened by a few stitches along parallel to the seam.

[@bevtooth]

Oh I forgot to say. That Kingfisher is totally amazing. I'm so in love with it. Shame I hate sewing with such floaty fabric. It looks beautiful on you,!

[@StitchyBee]

Bev Tooth thanks Bev, good call about sewing down the excess 👍🏻

[@patriciawilson3489]

Well worth the wait. That top is gorgeous, a real stash buster too

[@StitchyBee]

thanks Patricia, it's my new all time fave top. So comfy 😊

[@robynjury4403]

Loved all your makes! Can you show us your Tiramisu dress on you once it is altered? This is definitely a pattern I'm considering...

[@StitchyBee]

thanks Robyn, yes of course I will do 😊

[@sallydingle321]

Hi Cheryl, I absolutely love the Kingfisher top and must get around to ordering that one 👍. I also love the wrap and thinking of doing one for my Mum for Christmas. Can't wait to see what you have in Wednesdays video. Hope you manage to alter your dress ok, and I think that a striped one would look awesome on you 😉😁😘

[@StitchyBee]

thank you Sally 😘 A wrap will be lovely for your Mum. Bless you for sewing for her, sewn gifts are the best gifts (and even better that it's a quick make too).

[@Allycat3270]

I did buy the Kingfisher shirt after your recommendation I also bought the hummingbird pant pattern too and the heron top looks good, so I am going to get that one too......

[@juliadroy1179]

All look great love all of the fabrics

[@StitchyBee]

thanks Julia 😊

[@juliehaines1792]

I’ve got to the placing button stage and I can’t make head nor tail of it at all. Xx

[@StitchyBee]

Julie Haines ahh it’s easier than it looks. Just pop your buttons on where you like 👍🏻 They are display only if I remember correctly.

[@Askthedog12]

Hi Cheryl loved your makes. Can I ask your opinion pls. I am plus size so about 24 ... would this Skye wrap fit ?? I don’t want to buy the pattern if will not fit... hard to see as when I looked on insta all the peeps are gorge none plus size?? Xxx

[@tandjwoods2137]

Great makes and I LOVE your top especially, Cheryl! With your top, was the stretch neckband much sorter than the woven body? I'm wondering if I need to make the neckband on my Linden a bit shorter than usual when I make it - I'm going for the bodice in woven (Liberty wool - it's gorgeous!) and the rest in jersey/sweatshirt. Thanks :-) Jo xx

[@tandjwoods2137]

(Sorry, I meant lengthen the neckband! So it doesn't pull so much on the woven)

[@StitchyBee]

T and J Woods thanks Jo, yes I agree, the neckband on the Kingfisher was not much shorter than the neckline, so I’d lengthen yours for a Linden. Having said that, the Linden neckband is on the long side so it won’t need changing much 👍🏻🌷

[@tandjwoods2137]

Thanks, Cheryl, that's really helpful. I'm going to cut it long, then pin and baste it and see how it looks. :-) xx

[@StitchyBee]

Good call 👍🏻🌷

[@juleejames9977]

I really like the wrap!

[@StitchyBee]

thanks Julee, it's a lovely items to make 😊

[@annalamb8135]

Gday Cheryl. Lovely makes as always, the fabrics are great to. I hope u don`t mind me saying, I think the photos behind you look great, especially the old or older ones. Hope yo manage to alter the dress to suit, as its a lovely shape. Thanku for sharing. X

[@StitchyBee]

anna lamb G’day! Thanks Anna, I love my family piccies, behind me is my Mum, my Mum-in-law, my sister-in-law who is no longer with us, my son and our wedding photo 💖 Yes, I’m looking forward to getting the dress right, it’s a lovely shape 👍🏻

[@annalamb8135]

XX. Also I have started my new channel, you got me in stitches, check it out if you wld like to, thanku if u do. XX

[@textiletailoredthoughts1420]

I'm in Miami but I MUST have the Skye wrap! Love your videos

[@StitchyBee]

TextileTailored Thoughts thank you 💖

[@kathleenbarron7654]

I love the fabric!

[@StitchyBee]

Kathleen Barron thanks Kathleen 🌷

[@donnadannessa6024]

Love the kingfisher top! What size did you make?

[@StitchyBee]

Hi Donna, I think I made the medium, but could do with a bit more room really, so may size up next time.

[@barbarasews2799]

Very nice. Pretty makes

[@StitchyBee]

thank you so much 😊

[@doowopshopgal]

Great outfits. Love your vids.

[@StitchyBee]

thank you so much 😊

[@sarahboddey494]

Hi Cheryl, thank so much for making and showing the wrap, I have many planned for Christmas presents but going to make my own first (I’ve found an ice-blue herringbone wool and liberty lawn for the lining). Would you be happy to take a photo of you wearing yours and pop it on Insta? Or message it to me privately on insta? I’d really like to see one on an actual person and the few that seem to be on Insta are just hung on hangers.

[@StitchyBee]

thanks Sarah 😊 Yes of course, I'll tag you.x

[@sonyasew2]

Nice 3 makes

[@angiebrabyn5660]

Hi Where abouts is the tutorial for making up the Sky Wrap, please

[@StitchyBee]

Hi, it’s on the Cool Crafting website here: www.coolcrafting.co.uk/product/downloadable-skye-wrap-instructions/

[@daniellatiozzoboscolo7926]

Ciao. Senza traduzione in italiano, non si può comprendere nulla. Grazie 💟