#fridaysews

[@lynnshepard7485]

Great adventures happening for you, Deb! Have sew much fun at the Expo and at your classes. 💕

[@DebsWay]

Hi Lynn!! Quite a lot of sewing being done around here this Spring but I am enjoying it all. Hope you have a great week!!

[@debsmostexcellentadventure5353]

Really enjoyed this lovely video,have a happy sunday debs xx ...........

[@DebsWay]

Thanks for watching! Hope you're enjoying your week-end!!

[@greenquiltsgalore1326]

The cranes were lovely to see! It is great that your 'sew-jo' is on the upswing again.

[@DebsWay]

YES! It's definitely back and it feels good to be working on something. Have a great week!!

[@LaraSchiffbauer]

I'm very much looking forward to seeing your Palmer and Pletsch results. I love your dress and the fabric for that shirt! I hope you have a wonderful time with your friends and I'm so glad your SewJo has returned!

[@DebsWay]

I haven't begun sewing the pieces together...I keep looking at it on the cutting table and remember what all I did to alter the pattern. I'll get it finished up this week though.

[@TheHapiCamper]

What a cool thing to learn how to do. Proper sizing. I look forward to seeing how you do it. That’s great that your foot is feeling better and what fun to meet up with other YT folks!

[@DebsWay]

Yes! I am so glad that my foot is doing so much better. It has been quite a relief! I've been able to be a bit more active these days and it feels good!! Have a great week-end, Winter!

[@inalisa9761]

Wow, you're doing amazing Deb! Your dress is looking good, it's coming along nicely. It's always nice to learn new skills. I look forward to seeing your pink top as well. Take care.

[@DebsWay]

Hi Ina Lisa! I am surprising myself with how much I've been able to sew. They say that "practice makes perfect". Well, I'm not perfect by any means but I enjoy what I'm making and I know I'll be able to wear these items when I'm finished. That's what I like! Have a great week!

[@hoosierhandmade22]

Hello, Deb, so lovely to catch up with you! I’m so glad that you are enjoying your sewing classes and my goodness, you have accomplished so very much! I’m going to have to check out that Style Arc dress, it’s a beautiful design! Hope you have a very relaxing weekend! Happy Sewing ❤~Tiffany

[@DebsWay]

Hi Tiffany! I think this Penelope dress looks so comfortable. Noooo, I haven't finished it yet but I will. Take care now!!

[@sharonmolde6658]

Deb you are a busy gal. Getting adjustments made on your shirt pattern is wonderful. I hope you enjoy the sew and the pattern because having put in all the effort means you can make up a bunch....and buy more fabric! Glad the SewJo is back, it's hard to turn it around sometimes.

[@DebsWay]

Hi Sharon!! Isn't that something? -- All the adjustments that were made on a simple t-shirt pattern??? I still have the shirt pieces laying on my cutting table just as you see them in the video. I think I just like to look at what all I did to that pattern and think about why it got slashed up like it was. Amazing! Can you tell? I share my sewing nook with our pantry area. Actually, it's what I call our "sub-pantry" because there is a small pantry in the kitchen, too. What have you been able to make during your vacation stay here in FL?

[@sharonmolde6658]

​@@DebsWay I have to say I can't wait to see this project of yours done up and hear your review. Will you use the pattern again, were there more changes you would like to make on the next one, etc. I am glad you found an instructor that lets you benefit from their experience. Trial and error is time consuming and most times frustrating. What I have made while enjoying winter in FL?...well I am determined to contribute to the Dress A Girl project this year. I have finished two dresses and working on numbers 3 and 4. I was able to thrift cotton bedsheets and men's shirts in XXL (cotton of course) on our trip down. You guys have a lot of thrift shops, it's FL best kept secret! After deconstructing and pressing the liver out of the shirt and sheet pieces, was able to cut whatever size dresses pieces to fit. I also have made two zip wristlets from deconstructed denim jeans. I've also taken my old style Bernina in for servicing in Mary Esther (Hello Dave!) because I don't have a dealer anywhere in my area! Anxious to hear what you and William are up to. Take care, Deb. Enjoy your videos so much.

[@DebsWay]

Dress A Girl is a wonderful organization! I sewed a few dresses for the drive last Fall and I was hoping to do a dress each month this year but I haven't done that. I'll still make a few dresses but I'm not sure just how many. That's a great idea to re-purpose clothing like that. I've used old sheets that I found at our local Good Will to make a couple of house-dresses for me. They were nice and comfortable, all cotton, and cheap!! I'm so glad that you enjoy my videos. I enjoy making them, too. They're basically just vlogs about what we do here during our life in retirement. Since the pandemic, William doesn't like to travel much any more. I miss it! So I've kept myself busy with hobbies and my You Tube channel. That's how I entertain myself these days!

[@HoneyandMe]

So funny! We were just at a place called White Water Draw where the Sandhill Cranes winter over. It was incredible seeing 1000s of them there! It's nice to be busy doing something you enjoy! Lots of pieces involved in this dress, but it looks pretty cute! Nice knowing how to adjust a pattern to fit correctly. Many years ago as a teen, I took a class on sewing 'designer jeans'. It entailed adjusting the pattern to fit each class participant and I ended up with a lovely pair of jeans!

[@DebsWay]

I cannot imagine that many cranes in one place! They are a fairly mild-mannered bird but I keep my distance; after all, they are wild animals. I am gearing up to have some productive days in my sewing nook. Our weather is getting hotter -- like in the 90's today -- so I will be getting some sewing done for sure. Have a great week-end!

[@hardnackfarms1736]

I hadn’t been to Applebees in a long time. That was my favorite salad for years. I love Italian food yum. I hope you have fun at the expo. I want to meet you one day. I hope soon. Have a blessed night! Wendy🙏🏻🇺🇸🌎

[@DebsWay]

Hi Wendy! I am so looking forward to the EXPO coming up in just a couple of weeks now. There will be lots of classes to take; lots of learning to do; lots of shopping!; and meeting up with lots of friends!! I would like to meet you, too!! I haven't been far from home for so long; I want to travel! One of these days...

[@TheBakingDiva]

Hi Deb, we don’t have any cranes roaming around here. Fun to see! Sewing is one thing I’m not great at. I can sew things by hand and I can mend things, but making clothing… Not so much. Glad to hear you got your sewing mojo back! Have a good week and I’ll see you again soon, Dolores. ❤️

[@DebsWay]

Hi there, Dolores! I am enjoying my sewing again after a little break from it. It feels good to make something that I can wear. I'm going to try to make a few new things for this summer. Have a great week!

[@IanYGath]

I’m glad to hear your “see Jo” has returned. I guess sewing is like any other skill, there are always new methods and tricks to be learned. I hope you’re enjoying your weekend. God bless. 🙂👍🏻💕🙏🏻

[@DebsWay]

That's very true, Ian. I am always learning new things from the classes I take these days. And, besides, they're usually a lot of fun, too. Hope you're enjoying your week-end!

[@sewndebisdream6953]

Wish I could go to see everyone ....bet it will be a blast! So happy for those that are going to the Sewing Expo. I have my sewing MOJO going on too!🤗

[@DebsWay]

The Lakeland EXPO is a lot of fun! So many different vendors with so much to sell; great shopping finds!!

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Loved seeing the cranes! Sounds like you’re learning a ton and really enjoying yourself at those classes which is pretty cool. I’ll be at the Expo and can’t wait to see you at the Friday meet-up!! 💞

[@DebsWay]

Hi there! WooHoo!! I will see you on Friday at the EXPO!!

[@thebeehivebuzz9884]

Good morning, Deb! Glad to hear your foot therapy is still doing well. Someday I would like to take a fitting class. I can do stuff on my own, but like you said, I know it isn't the proper method. The expo sounds like so much fun! If they would have it the last week of March I could fly down during spring break. 😁 It would be wonderful to meet other sewist. Have a blessed week!

[@DebsWay]

I really have been learning a lot about fit and there's so much more to learn. Sounds like several #fridaysews ladies will be coming to the EXPO. It's a lot of fun anyway but having the chance to meet with a few of the ladies involved in this collab makes it even better. I can't wait!

[@MemawsMatters]

I liked your title - it made me smile - sand cranes sure do sing loudly - but they are cool to watch. Sounds like a great time will be had at the sewing expo meet up 😊

[@DebsWay]

Hi there! Those sand cranes make a really loud noise, that's for sure! That sewing expo was a lot of fun. I enjoyed the classes I took; I shopped through all the vendor booths; and there was a great meet-up of several members of this #fridaysews group. Great fun!!

[@karlsoffthegrid1378]

Sorry to see the lovebirds are fighting😂. It’s good to hear that the foot therapy is working. Don’t rush it sometimes it takes a little bit to get back to normal. We’ve kind of noticed our Applebee’s aren’t the same that they used to be. I’m not sure what has changed. Stay safe and healthy! Send our regards to William

[@DebsWay]

You know what, Karl, a lot of restaurants that we like going to have had to change up their menu and the ingredients they use to make things because they either can't get what they used to or it's not available any longer. That's all since the pandemic, too. Just like in our stores. Even the Applebee's salad I really like had fewer pieces of chicken, only a few slivers of almond, and a few of the crispy noodle pieces in it whereas that salad used to be chockful of the ingredients I mentioned. AND the price had increased by a couple of $$ !! Such is life these days. We are doing our best to stay safe & healthy, that's for sure. At our stage in life, we follow the doctor's orders to the letter!! LOLOLOL... William says hello back to you, too! Hey, does Margaret ever bake bread of any kind? Shhh, don't tell anyone -- because I haven't mentioned it to anyone else yet -- but William bought me a KitchenAid Artisan mixer and I want to make up some bread using my new mixer. Would you believe that I have never had a stand mixer before; I'm excited about it. I'll definitely be filming when I use it for the first time. Have a great week!!

[@JudyandSpirit]

your doing great Deb. a lot of excitement for the expo in Lakeland. I hope you have a good time and get some shopping done while your there. have fun and take care

[@DebsWay]

Oh, I will definitely be doing some shopping at the Expo!! They have so many different booths offering all sorts of goods. It's a fun event!

[@socarole66]

Hi Deb, I love that too you are wearing it's so pretty! I'm looking at that pattern on the table and thinking WOW that looks complicated 😅 I have no idea how you do all that which makes me think, should I take some classes? I had that T-shirt pattern I didn't get on with it but that's probably because I didn't understand it 😂. I am so pleased you are sewing again and with such enthusiasm. Oh Deb you had me howling with laughter saying Oh Carole 😂. I am not sure if you remember why I called it So Carole in the first place but the reason was I grew up having the Neil Sedaka song sung to me all the time and I hated it 🤣. When trying to think of a name Chris came up with the idea of So Carole after that very song so I went with it. You were right on the money when you said Oh Carole, brilliant! I can't wait to meet you again, I so enjoyed your company when I saw you last time. Not long to go now 👏🏼. Good luck with the t shirt, it's going to be fabulous. ❤😘

[@DebsWay]

Hi Carole! I did not know the story behind your channel name. I just kind of thought it was something like SO Carole...what's new in life today? LOLOLOL... I haven't touched that t-shirt yet. It is still laying out on my cutting table just the way it was for the video. I keep looking at it and saying "look at all those alterations!" And you know how those alterations came about? By pinning the pattern together enough to try it on! I had the instructor there to check things out and tell me where to slice the pattern and she'd tell me how many inches of tissue paper to add to the sliced area. Then I'd try the pattern on again, make any other adjustments if needed and then pin the pattern on the fabric. It was quite a process! The instructor really emphasized the use of the book and I'm glad that I have it already. It's a very good resource. Since I have to alter my patterns, I am checking out a few different fitting methods. I had this Palmer Pletsch class on Friday; then on Saturday, I had a fit class on-line done by Judy Kessinger of Fit NicSee you soone sewing. And at the Expo, I'll be taking fit classes by Lorraine Henry. I have no idea what her fit method is like but I'm willing to learn as much as I can. It's just a couple of weeks now until you're back in Florida. See you soon!!

[@NatureAndOther]

Wow, you have been very busy, and have a lots planned too Best wishes for your and William health check Have a lovely sunday

[@DebsWay]

Thanks, Roni! Yes, it's that time of year again. We're feeling good but have to do our yearly check-ins with our doctors. Have to keep ourselves as healthy as possible! And my sewing these days is keeping me as busy as I want to be. It is so pleasing to finish a garment that I can wear out of the house, too. Enjoy the rest of your week-end!

[@Jane_Snow_]

Always glad to see your sewing updates, Deb. I love your enthusiasm with your projects! I have a very busy upcoming week, too, week of 2/27 thru 3/3, including a day of traveling. 😱 (Where did February go?)

[@DebsWay]

This has definitely been a fast month, hasn't it? Take care during the next week. Being busy is fine but take time to relax a bit when you can.

[@mishalea]

Lol, I think that's what I need, some sewing mojo!😁 That's neat about the cranes having a partner. The pic of that pattern looks like a throw back dress. Did William get his military discount at Applebee's? We've always gotten them at every one we've been to. I know, not my favorite place either... Enjoy the weekend!🌷

[@DebsWay]

No, we didn't get a military discount at Applebee's. Didn't even think about asking for it. Oh well...maybe next year...lololol. The cranes usually have more than one partner actually. You normally see them in 3's. Hope you're having a great week-end!

[@NatureAndOther]

So nice to see the cranes so close 😍

[@DebsWay]

They're interesting to watch and amazing to see them fly off.

[@jamesbrown-om5bu]

See you in Lakeland. Cheryl🇨🇦

[@DebsWay]

Great!! Wonderful!!

[@janetlink9756]

The mom and pop restaurants are the best.they have the best homemade food.

[@DebsWay]

We have never been disappointed with our meal at Napoli's. It is one of our top favorite places to go.

[@dajiscorner]

Beautiful video 👍🌹

[@DebsWay]

Thanks for watching! Have a great week!!

[@HeidisHereAndThere]

Wow! ☺️ Nice pair of grey heron's. ♥️ Your voice is so soothing, Miss Deb. 😍 Just subbed! 👍

[@DebsWay]

Hi there and welcome to my channel!! So glad to have you here with me!

[@AmyinKC]

Hi Deb! 🤗 cool cranes!

[@DebsWay]

Hi Amy! Good to see you!! The cranes around here are amazing to watch. Hope you're having a great week-end!

[@peggyhelblingsgardenwhatyo7920]

Hi Deb, Tony mentioned you were having a problem with your foot and wearing a boot. I've had Degenerative Achilles for 23 years so I can sympathize with your pain. Healing is a slow process. Take care. 👍💚👍

[@DebsWay]

Thank you, Peggy. Yes, I have gotten over the Plantars Fasciitis that plagued me for many months and now I'm dealing with a heel pain that just will not clear up. I'm going to physical therapy right now and it has helped a bit.

[@peggyhelblingsgardenwhatyo7920]

@Deb's Way I was diagnosed with Degenerative Achilles in 1999 and with Plantar Faciitis in 2010. My poor left foot and Achilles 🦶 I have had almost a year of problems with the Achilles again. But I'm trying to treat myself with the boot, ice, elevation and Voltaren. I hope you are healing, too. BTW, I'm in Windermere (Orlando) and your neighborhood homes look similar. Are you close by?

[@DebsWay]

Several years ago, I had similar issues and was given orthotics to wear. That really helped and after a while, I had no more issues. I didn't have any issues at all for nearly 25 years until a year ago when my left foot started giving me severe pain. I've been going to a podiatrist for several months and now I'm going to physical therapy. The therapy is doing some good -- finally. I'm near Orlando, too. I'm in Oviedo. Small world!

[@peggyhelblingsgardenwhatyo7920]

@Deb's Way I was prescribed orthotics back in 2010 and I'm still wearing them. Oviedo is close by, neighbor!

[@joannetwitchel3937]

My sister and I are going and plan to meet you guys. See you there. We are going Thursday.

[@DebsWay]

I'll be in Lorraine Henry's classes during the day. Maybe I'll see you around the hall during the break. I'll be roaming (shopping) around as much as I can then. But I'll be back on Friday, too. Hope to see you there!

[@LisaAnnSpencer]

Hi Deb! I don’t know if my SewJo is coming back while we’re in this rental house. My sewing nook is in an area with too many distractions and interruptions. I love your sewing table. Is it portable? I love the dress pattern and the fabric you chose. Have a lovely weekend.

[@DebsWay]

My cutting table is on wheels and both sides of it fold down. I got it at JoAnn's. Before I had my sewing nook, I'd either set my machine up on the dining room table or on a small folding table in our bedroom. That's only when I was working on a sewing project though; I couldn't leave it setting up all the time because it would be in the way. It really is a convenience having a little sewing nook where everything is set up all the time. Hope all has been well with you, Lisa Ann! Take care now!!

[@gbltheolechurch5acrehomestead]

Hi Deb! Very cool to see these Cranes! Did I spell it correctly?

[@DebsWay]

Yes, those were Cranes. They are so interesting to watch and I'm amazed by how something that size can fly off so easily.