#fridaysews

[@FarrellFocus]

Hi Carole, lovely visit...like chatting with a dear friend❤️. Your hubby is going to look great in his new shirt. Love your top, super cute. I really enjoy your pics at the end. Makes me want to add that to my videos too, you inspire me! Have fun in Austria. 🥰🥰🥰

[@socarole66]

Hi Stephanie, thanks for popping by! I think my hubby will love the shirt and I'm desperate to give it to him 😂. I have a couple more things to make for him when I get back but people have warned me they are tricky 😫. We are having an amazing time in Austria so I'm going to have some great pictures to show 👏🏼. Thanks again my friend, hope you are having a great week 😘❄️☃️

[@MichelleSewsAgain]

My default fabric purchase is 3 yards so that I don't have to worry about not having enough! But that means my "scrap stash" is getting out of hand. I'm sure there's a happy medium between us 🤣 I love the fabric you've used for your daughter's top !! 🧵 Oh my goodness, I am one of those people in FL that definitely LOVE that colorful floral fabric! It's gorgeous! 🧵 I like that camp shirt pattern for your hubby. I want to make a shirt like that for my hubby. He would like that AC/DC fabric as well 😊Austria sounds amazing - you take some of the best trips! Have a great weekend Carole!!

[@socarole66]

Gulp 3 yards, I’ve just said to Izzy I think I have only braved that a couple of times 😆. I need to better wiser though when it comes to buying quantities you can bet your bottom dollar more is never available when you go back to look 😩. That fabric is SO my daughter, she is going to love it I know, shame I didn’t have enough for the though. I knew you would like that floral fabric! 😍🌸. That shirt pattern is so quick as no collar stand or fancy bits and I’ve just done the buttonholes and whoop whoop they all came out ok! Are you like me and sit there more or less with your fingers crossed when making them? I am so looking forward to Austria this year as we won’t be under pressure to ski 😰, just hoping to enjoy the beautiful scenery. 🏔. Thanks for watching and have super weekend. 🤗❤️

[@sbrickett]

That top turned out great, Carole. The color looks fantastic on you. If I am buying fabric for a specific project, I buy what is needed with a little extra for insurance. If I am buying just because, I alway get 3 yards minimum. If I am ordering online when the price is 2,3 or 4 dollars per yard, I buy the maximum which is usually 10 yards. I can get quite a few dresses out of 10 yards! Too bad you couldn’t get pictures of the inside of the bunker, it would have been great to see. Thanks for the ones that you did do. I see that Mickey knew something that you didn’t, lol. Have a wonderful weekend.

[@socarole66]

Hi Sue, thank you for your kind words. Everyone seems to have said they buy 3 yards of fabric or more so I definitely need to change my ways to make my life easier! It also means I don't end up with small (but too big to be thrown away) bits that just sit in my cupboard. What a great idea to buy a lot when it is a good price, you see, I don't even think of that🤣 There is a video on youtube of the inside of the bunker, complete with graffiti if you were interested. Look up RAF Ibsley Battle Command HQ. Mickey just wasn't going in there, we tried but nope! Thanks so much for watching and have a lovely sun filled weekend 😊

[@carolgardiner7983]

Beautiful makes this week. I love your navy sweatshirt. Your daughter's top fabric is gorgeous. My son and his wife went to Austria for their honeymoon. they learned to make strudel and absolutely loved it there. Have a great week, thanks for sharing.

[@socarole66]

Hi Carol! Oh Austrian food, the yummy strudels and hot chocolates with masses of cream! That is amazing that your son and his wife went there for a honeymoon, they must have some stunning photos. It is such a beautiful country we can't wait to go back. My daughter is popping over tonight to try on the top so keep fingers crossed! Thanks and have a lovely weekend 😊🏔️

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

I'm still catching up - gorgeous fabrics! Gorgeous! xoxox

[@socarole66]

Wasn't I naughty? They were all necessary purchases of course 😉. Lots to do when I get home though. 😘

[@sandralowe2874]

Lovely makes as usual and love hubby shirt 👍 have a lovely holiday

[@socarole66]

Thank you Sandra. I can’t wait to give my hubby his shirt but I have to wait until the end of Feb 😩. I hope it fits! Enjoy your weekend and week ahead ☺️

[@theseamstressatthecottage]

The jacket is stunning! The t-shirt is lovely! The things you work on for your daughter are stunning! Both the viscose linen gave me serious fabric envy! I had so many pattern books, but I gave them away with my last declutter. The things you are making for your hubby will be awesome! Have fun on your trip!

[@socarole66]

You are just so kind Katinka, thank you. I now have some lovely fabric that I am desperate to sew, I am so over making wintery tops now 😂. I think just one of each of the books is my goal as the least time I can spend on the internet the better, it is too easy to add things to basket! Have a lovely week 🌷

[@onegirlcreates]

Hey! Love the AC/DC fabric, my hubby would love that too! More lovely makes this week.

[@socarole66]

Hi Jennie! Great to see you back and with a cool new name 👏🏻. Thanks for watching 🤗

[@sewlovemydogs]

I’m guilty of short changing myself when buying fabric and was getting so frustrated with it. So I’ve decided to buy more and if I have left overs I’ll make "something" for one of my grandies. My youngest granddaughter is 4 so I’ll consider that a win if she gets a garment from it too. 🌹❤️ again it’s been such a pleasure to tune into you’re Friday sews Vlog.

[@socarole66]

Yes Heidi I am definitely going to do that from now until the end of the year and see if I use it up a little better as I will be left with larger bits. Great idea to make stuff for little ones and someone also said dolls clothes, I don’t have granddaughters but I could always donate them. Here is to a year of more fabric 🤣. Thanks for watching and hope you have a great week. ❤️

[@craftymystic4868]

Hi Carole, fascinating find in the RAF bunker! Writing to let you know the leggings pattern in New Look 6529 is in 4 pieces, which I found extremely ill fitting. I’d look elsewhere if you need leggings, like Jalie. And, here’s my rule of thumb, for wide knits, I buy 2 if it’s for a top, and 3 if I want a top and pants, often have leftovers so I also collect patterns with lots of little pieces to put together. Since I do have a clear palette I work from, sooner or later everything fits in somehow. Thanks! Have a great trip.

[@socarole66]

Hello and thank you for that tip on the leggings. I can never find the right type of fabric so tend to avoid making them but I’ve heard that Jalie are good. Everyone seems to agree with you on 2 and 3 metres so I need to change what I buy clearly, it’s better to have a bigger bit left over than the odd bits I get and far less stress! Have a wonderful weekend 😊

[@InAgatasCottage]

Lovely video Carol, love your makes and plans. It is so thoughtful of your dad :) he did great job. love shirts you made for your husband

[@socarole66]

Thanks Agata, I’m hoping Chris likes his shirt, I’m pretty sure he will love the fabric if nothing else! The boxes my Dad has made me are just brilliant for holding my needles,I love them. Have a lovely weekend 🌸😊

[@sarahodonnell6957]

Your burda tops are just stunning 🙌❤️💚💙

[@socarole66]

Thank you Sarah, I was so glad I achieved them as I am always a little nervous with Burda patterns, no idea why?! 😊

[@sarahodonnell6957]

We do this to ourselves with things it’s funny. You truly conquered your fear with these tops for sure.

[@helenmcintyre9514]

In florida the weather has been perfect for f2 weeks- after our winter temperatures in the 30-40s.! Have a wonderful time in Austria!

[@socarole66]

Oh Helen, now that makes me want to come back to Florida instead of the chilliness of Austria 🤣🥶 Thanks for watching!

[@annerobinson647]

Thanks Carole I'm always inspired by how much you get done. Your Dad's box is genius.. enjoy your holiday 🤗

[@socarole66]

Hi Anne, sometimes it feels I haven't much to show and then I realise what I have made in the week! I won't always be that productive I'm sure, I just keep doing quicker makes. I have a very clever and still very active Dad, I am very fortunate. Hope you are having a good weekend 🌷😊

[@sewlovelywithgrace]

Hi Carole, I sometimes have the same problem of not having enough fabric because I don't want to waste it either. It's frustrating. I have to buy more, I agree. I absolutely LOVE the AC/DC shirt. He's going to be thrilled! Fantastic job on the jacket. I love your videos!

[@socarole66]

We definitely seem to be in the minority Grace, so many people have said they buy 3 yards and that's something I never do unless I'm doing a specific pattern that requires it. I'm going to change this year I've decided and see how it goes for me! I can't wait to show Chris the shirt but I have to wait a month now until his birthday 🤣. Thanks for chatting with me and your lovely comments 😊

[@twinz4me2]

Hi Carole! Love the navy jacket, it looks great! Can’t wait to see how your other makes turn out. We are headed to the Cotswolds in 2 weeks. Cannot wait to be back in the UK again. Your country is so beautiful and I feel so at home there ❤ Enjoy Austria, it sounds wonderful. Have a great week! Christy

[@socarole66]

Thank you Christy. I can't believe you are heading to the Cotswolds, I am very excited for you as I lived for many years just on the edge of them in Old Sodbury. It was the start of the walking trail the Cotswold Way and is such a beautiful area with so many quaint villages. Our country is beautiful but only when the weather is nice so I am keeping my fingers crossed for you! Have a wonderful weekend 🙂🌸

[@twinz4me2]

@@socarole66 Thank you! We are staying in Moreton in Marsh and then headed to Paris and back to London to wrap up our holiday. It will be wonderful ❤️

[@socarole66]

@@twinz4me2 Moreton in the Marsh is really lovely, don't bother with Paris just stay in the wonderful UK 😂. Are you on a tour of some kind? X

[@twinz4me2]

@@socarole66 No tour. Just two and a half weeks freestyle 🤣🤣. And I could see skipping Paris, but it’s just 4 days so I think I’ll survive 🤣.

[@stillstitchin]

Your jacket is lovely. The comfort of a sweatshirt but very pulled together. ❤ Maybe we need a knit scrap challenge. I agree that we can think of more ways to use leftover wovens, in crafting. Stephanie Farrell Focus has made gloves and I think I saw a free sock pattern, but I can’t remember where. Have a great week! 😊

[@socarole66]

You are so right, comfort yet a little smarter is all we want isn't it! A scrap knit challenge is a brilliant idea, that has to be done in 2023. You are right, Stephanie did make some gloves, she is so inventive and clever with her sewing ideas. I need to perhaps be a little braver with colour or pattern mixing so I can use up bits, I so admire everyone else's! Enjoy your weekend and week ahead,, thanks for chatting with me 😊🌺

[@pinkysfarm461]

Love your mKes this week❤. Also love to have counterbooks to flip through. Ive never seen a Butterick one for sale. That’s a good find! That was amazing to find WWII bunkers after all this time! How exciting to go to Austria and be a snow bunny!! Im jealous!!! Will you adopt me???!!❤❤

[@socarole66]

So happy to adopt you Trish but not sure I have the room in my garden for all your babies!! You are sweet to like my makes thank you. Those counter books now sit on my coffee table so I can peruse them in the evenings 👏🏼. As we live near to the New Forest with an airbase in WW2 there are lots of things dotted around which can be so exciting when you come across them. Thanks for watching my friend 😘😘❤️

[@clothingalterations]

Great video 👍🌺🌱🌻🌳🌹🌴🏵🌱

[@socarole66]

Thank you very much! 🪡🧵👚

[@robynlaszlo6128]

Great video love the variety have a wonderful time away

[@socarole66]

Thanks Robyn, we don't go until next weekend so you may see me again before then 🤣🧵🪡. Enjoy your weekend 😊

[@DebsWay]

Austria in the Winter? Brrrr...but very pretty! Enjoy your holiday!! I was there one year in the Fall for Oberammergau and it was very rainy and cold. I like that your husband will wear what you make for him. I've wanted to make a few things for William but he says not to spend my sewing time with making something for him. He likes all the other things I've made for me and for the house though. I haven't "visited" my sewing nook all week. Nope. I've had a few other different things come up this week to keep me busy elsewhere. So be it. We're supposed to have some colder weather settling in on us over for the next few days so I just might have to get started with my first sewing project of '23! Have a good one!! PS When I was heavy in to quilting, I would always buy 1 yard of fabric here and there on sales. My stash grew fast. Now that I'm sewing clothing that 1 yard of fabric doesn't do much for me. If I'm buying up during a sale, I buy at least 3, maybe 4 yards, of fabric. Depends on the type of fabric it is and what I think I might use it for. Any scraps I have are given to a lady in the area who makes animal bedding for the shelters. Very little fabric goes to waste.

[@socarole66]

Hi Deb, I hope you are ok, I missed you with Tea Tuesday this week. Fall in Austria must have been so pretty. The colder the better for us when we go and lots of snow please. When you are fully dressed up for the cold you really don't mind, the mountain restaurants and bars are always so cosy and warm! Chris is one of those men that really doesn't care what he wears luckily and would wear the same thing every day if I didn't sneakily do wardrobe rotations for him 🤣 It seems that I am the only one that hasn't ever really bought 3 metres (yards) of fabric! I suppose the more you get the bigger the remnant you have so the possibilities are greater. I do give all my scrappy bits to the charity shop as they sell them to companies for rags. Your idea is a great one though, I had never thought of that! I really hope you get into your nook soon and hope that what has been keeping you busy this week isn't too traumatic for you both. Take care xxx

[@DebsWay]

Hi Carole! It was a different sort of week here for us but we are both fine. I didn't even go into my sewing nook until this afternoon when I grabbed a couple of patterns to get cut out and ready to go when I'm ready to sew.. I think I'll start my sewing year by making 2 tops -- B6690 and B6859. I was supposed to go to a class last Saturday to work on the B6690 pattern but had to stay home and take care of William. He was so sick for a few days earlier this week. When he started feeling better, I had my podiatrist appointment where I got fitted for a "boot" to hold me heel and ankle inactive. The doctor said that now I have tendonitis. Go figure! It's one thing or another these days. It has been an awkward few days having to wear this boot and my activities have been limited. I'm not complaining though; not really. If it eases the foot pain, I will be so glad. Weather is turning colder here for a few days now. I just might be spending time back in my sewing nook. Have a great week-end!

[@socarole66]

@@DebsWay oh Deb what a week you've had. Hope William is on the mend now and your poor foot! Hope you manage to get in that lovely nook of yours this weekend, even for half an hour or so. Brittany J Jones used to do videos on just sewing for half an hour and it was amazing what you could achieve. Sending big hugs. ❤️🤗🤗

[@DebsWay]

I'm usually doing good if I can get a couple of hours in my sewing room at one crack. That sort of thing doesn't happen often, that's for sure. I'll probably get some sewing done this week-end though. I just heard that the overnight temp tonight will be around 38F with a high around 54F tomorrow during the day. This is what our temps will be like over the next few days it seems. Time to hibernate again!!

[@denisek57]

Carole, I so enjoy your videos:) Do enjoy your time in Austria! My husband is from there and we will be going sometime this year. I am so excited as we haven't been since before covid. It is such a beautiful country! Safe travels💞

[@socarole66]

Hi Denise, thank you for your kind words! Your husband comes from a very beautiful part of the world, it has everything, wonderful food, scenery and friendly people. The last time we went was Jan 2020 and Covid was just a rumour so like you, we are very excited to be going back. Keeping our fingers crossed they have a bit more snow! Thanks for watching ❄️🏔️

[@barbaraa6098]

Wow, very nice fabric.

[@socarole66]

Thank you so much Barbara, I didn't mean to start off the New year buying fabric, I promise 😄

[@babsl9245]

I agree with you Carole nothing beats a book that you can read through.

[@socarole66]

Honestly I have it on my coffee table now and have seen so many more patterns than I knew existed, for all sorts of things! Have a good weekend Babs 😊

[@AndraMakes]

Way to go, Carole’s dad! Those boxes are amazing! Your makes are lovely, and your hubs is going to absolutely love that AC/DC shirt! So excited for your trip to Austria! Can’t wait to hear all about it! 😘💗

[@socarole66]

Honestly Andra I am so excited to give that shirt to my hubby but I have to wait another month! My Dad just loves a project and that is what keeps him young and active. My challenge is to continually come up with ideas for him 🤣. Thanks for watching and have a super weekend now that your house is clutter free, oh to dream 😂😘

[@dianemorrall2687]

Fabric quantities is often hard to predict. Maybe see how much you used on a past item and write that down for next time? In southern Australia todays temp is 41C. The hottest of the week which has been high 30’s. I hate it but the air con saves the day and night. Wednesday looks to be 29 and rain. Hanging out for that. I’m looking forward to Autumn which traditionally is a lovely season here. Enjoy Austria.

[@socarole66]

Hi Diane, gosh you temperatures have been high recently but as you say you are coming into Autumn now which I imagine is much more tolerable. I tend to buy 1 1/5 m which allows for long sleeved tees and cropped trousers or just 1m for T shirts. The problem comes when I think I have fabric to use for my daughter or a more flouncy project and realise I just bought my standard amount. When it is for something specific I don't have a problem its when I buy fabric because I like it but just want it in my stash is the issue. Most people seem to buy 3 yards so I definitely need to be buying more going forward! We are in Austria a week from today so very excited! Thanks for watching and enjoy your rain this week. 😊

[@moirahenriksen3527]

Love your videos Carole. Your jacket and tshirt are lovely. How lovely your dad still loves doing things for you, he’s very clever ❤

[@socarole66]

Thank you Moira! My Dad just loves staying active and having projects to keep him thinking and busy. I really hope I am like that at 88! Have a good week 🧵🪡😊

[@sunflowersammee1994]

Nice makes!

[@socarole66]

Thank you that is very kind of you to comment 🥰🧵

[@marjawood5097]

I’m also guilty of not buying enough fabric!😂

[@socarole66]

Yay thank you! Everyone else so far seems to buy at least 3 yards! I've only done that once or twice 🤣. Maybe this year I should buy more and then see what I get left over?! Thanks for watching 😊

[@AdamSews]

Love love the fabrics you got this week, so pretty, the white has jersey with different colour spots is my favourite. The AC/DC shirt is super fun, love that

[@socarole66]

Thanks Adam, I was actually brave enough to show them! I thought you would like the white one the best as more modern, that is Katie's favourite too. I think Chris is going to be pleased with his shirt👏 Thanks for watching 🏴‍☠️xx

[@pinkpaulasews4929]

I’ve just come across your channel, I wonder why I never have before?! Anyway, I’ve enjoyed your vlog and have subscribed 😊 ps your dad sounds adorable 💙

[@socarole66]

Hello and welcome! So glad you have found me and thank you so much for subscribing. Looking forward to chatting more with you 😊🧵

[@annettecowburn1096]

I love your vlogs Carole, you always come across so calm. Austria sounds amazing.

[@socarole66]

Thank you Annette! I'm glad I appear calm because I assure you I'm not inside 🤣. I so appreciate you always watching and chatting with me, thank you 😊

[@olwenrailton1931]

Another great video Carole love your makes and your fabric, you are lovely to listen to.I am lucky to have 3 friends with grandchildren who have 18” dolls so all my scrap fabric is used making them clothes which they love. Austria sounds wonderful and enjoyed your pics at the end.

[@socarole66]

Thank you Olwen! What a marvellous idea to make dolls clothes with my spare bits, although I don’t have any granddaughters (yet?) I could always give them to charity shops? I started off making dolls clothes when I was about 10! I would so love to have a go at them again. Austria is just such a lovely country and the people are just so friendly, hoping to get lots of lovely photos for you from that trip. Thanks for watching 😊

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

Love your makes from this week! If I’m buying fabric with no specific plan for it, I usually buy 3 meters. I never make very voluminous dresses so I can usually make anything I need with 3 meters. You made me laugh when you showed your new fabric! “Most of my fabric is for summer so I bought a few things…” proceeds to show us viscose linen and cotton lawn 😂 I do love the fabric you bought and that blue for your husband’s tee is stunning! Hope you have a good weekend! 💞

[@socarole66]

Thanks Izzy, I know, more Summer fabric 😂. But it is just so much nicer than endless French Terry and Sweatshirting! Buying 3 metres terrifies me, I think I have only done that once or twice but then if I add up all the times I have had to buy more when I’ve just bought 1.5 then yes, I have bought 3 🤣. I have so many pieces of fabric in my stash that is only a metre it only allows me to make short sleeve tops which is so annoying. I need to learn to colour block more I think. That blue for my hubby is just so lovely isn’t it? Maybe I will keep it for me instead 😉. Have a wonderful weekend and thanks for watching 🥰🇬🇧☃️

[@kylieharrison3782]

Have you considered making, wearing sleeveless hoodies?

[@socarole66]

Hi Kylie, no I really haven't? I like the idea but not sure on what occasion I would wear them as it is so cold and miserable in the UK most of the time! I do like the idea of trying one out though. Thanks for your comment. 😊