#FRIDAYSEWS

[@pamelafisher5274]

I do enjoy hand sewing, especially hand sewing the binding to the back of a quilt. That is the last step in making that quilt and it takes no concentration so I use that time to pray for the person I am giving it to. If it is someone I know, then I can also enjoy the memories I have of them. It's just an enjoyable quiet time that I feel blessed to have.

[@susanshaffer3855]

I'm a quilter, so I always keep an epp project in the car for long car trips. I realize it may take years for that quilt top to be completed, but I enjoy the business of hand sewing and sense of accomplishment. My husband loves that the project keeps my head down, so I am not back seat driving. Win win!

[@SewTexas]

The machine will bring you many hours of joy

[@cherrie2597]

Many times I will hand sew a hem. I find it relaxing as the final part of finishing the garment. I usually do it on the sofa while my husband and I are watching something on TV. But, I did want to mention that I also sewed my bridesmaids dresses. Back in 1974 the 5 girls wore halter gowns with bolero jackets and each one was a different pastel color. How fun is that! Many blessings to you.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

That IS fun!

[@cindy7702]

I love both skirts on you but the blue one is amazing.... Michelle is so sweet ..Lovely friend you have.. Congrats on your new machine.. Enjoy

[@pamelarivera5058]

I take with me all my craft: sewing, knitting, cross stitch, crochet or embroidery.

[@nadinamedlin3432]

I recently found you and started watching regularly. My mother had a needle and thread in my hand when I was 5 years old. By the time I was 8, I did all of her hand finishing. We made a pretty good team. In my teens I took up hand embroidery and now also do hand applique. So hand work is my first love! Also at 5, I witnessed my mother sewing through her finger. It was bad, she was pinned to the machine and we were alone. She had me get the tool box from under the sink and disassembled everything herself. I machine sewed off and on over the years, but really only conquered that fear and accompanying hesitancy in the last few years. Now my love for both work together! I do think hand sewing is usually either a love or hate thing. Great question!

[@cynthialindsley5117]

Congradulations on the new machine! I am a Pfaff lover too, looking forward to the unveiling. Handsewing. Love the feel of a needle in my hand. Like kneading bread the physical touch is something very meditative. Unfortunately my hands can no longer tolerate it, that is why God blessed me with a Pfaff creative icon!

[@robinduggins2561]

I do hand sewing when I'm doing a small repair but I have been super curious about doing a full garment by hand. The only reason I haven't tried it yet is 1) choosing the project and 2) I have cataracts is one eye and seeing well enough to get a straight line is a challenge right now. Maybe after surgery or I could use a Frixion pen to mark my seam allowance so I can see it.

[@lorioverman1668]

I truly enjoy watching you videos. I have sewn for many years (56) and really enjoy hand sewing. It is so relaxing for me to pick up a needle and thread plus thimble. When I started sewing can’t say I liked it but sure do now. When I’m judging 4-h sewing projects and see hand sewing on the project I alway ask if they like the hand sewing. Love the answers I get. Some are hesitant to give me their true feelings and some say right away their opinion. So fun to hear the answers.

[@sibyllolson3237]

I don’t mind a bit of hand sewing. I was taught, way back in the early 70’s by my grandmother, that a hem should always be hand sewn. I still do a lot of hems by hand but I also will machine hem. We are the same age and to still have our mothers to talk to is a blessing I am thankful for every day. I still have my father and step-father also. A verse I stumbled across again today is from Job (one of my favorite books because I’m odd that way) is: “He will once again fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy.” Job 8:21 This is a promise I need to remember after many years of trial. I love the promise you shared also.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

I agree about still having our mom being a blessing! Those days are numbered and I know we're both striving to make the most of them. I don't think you're odd at all in having Job as a favorite book. My husband - former pastor - has reminded me for years of the way Job just never let go of God. "Though He slay me, yet I will hope in Him." I think the thing most people don't realise is that for all Job lost, God gave back to him double. It's easy to say faithfulness pays off, but in the end honoring God really is its own reward. Thanks for reminding me of this. ❤️

[@katherinejohnson3516]

Those cropped pants are adorable on you. Love the way you styled them too. RE your question: I love to embroider and hand sew. I find it very relaxing. Katy

[@connienash3666]

I love the skirts and the pants look good on you. Regarding your new machine, I heard a cute comment: When your husband gets mad at you, go buy yourself a new sewing machine. He will still be mad but at least you will have a new sewing machine! Congratulations on your new purchase. Looking forward to seeing it.

[@AndraMakes]

That striped, knit dress is going to be amazeballs. Cannot wait to see it. Congrats on your new machine. Sew exciting. Michelle is the sweetest. The wall hanging she made you is beautiful. Love you bunches. 😘💗

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

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[@TheSewingChannel]

I LOVE your skirts Jen❣They have a perfect "A line drape"!!! I prefer the side seam pockets....That blue fabric really makes that pattern shine!!! Great makes!!!🎉

[@SuzySunshine]

Congrats! I am so looking forward to the unveiling of your new machine. The capris look great on you! You should wear them. Thank-you for mentioning my Cinderella sparkle comment. LOL For now we are house bound like you, but for different reasons. We are smoked and stuck inside. The forest fires are burning about 500 miles north of here near the NWT border but the weather pattern has it moving through for a few days. It's like fog, and the sun is an orange ball. I really will have to start 'sparkling' the world as soon as it clears. Thanks, again.😇

[@Kakkydidit]

I like to hand sew way more than I used to. I remember doing my first machined hem and thought that was the greatest. My hand sewn hems, however, are so much nicer.

[@kayhopp4866]

Jen, I learned how to sew from my grandmother, so hand sewing was something she wanted me to know how to do. my first piece of advice from her was not to start out with a LOOONG piece of thread, because it would become tangled and you would spend time "undoing". She would tell me in Danish, but the English translation is . "Lazy tailors use long threads"

[@onelisashow]

It’s hard for me, too…I have a tough time saying I deserve something. I love the skirts and the sailboat fabric is too cute!

[@dianemontavon5670]

I love hand sewing. I teach quilt making and I teach how to make a quilt by hand, including sashing, borders and binding. It's a dying art.

[@StaceyJsStudio]

I make bespokè items for customers and I often need to finish off garments with handsewing. My father recently past away, but I did a lot of trips into the hospital with him over 4 months. I would take the handsewing with me to get it done. I couldn’t take in my sewing machine - but would have if I could have! Mum and I did a lot is knitting while we were in there…. Keeping our minds and hands busy. Mum has told me in the past I am a neat hand stitcher… I would love to try hand embroidery!

[@sunflowersammee1994]

You called it Jen...it's hotter than heck in Tucson and no monsoons that should have started back in June. Even the cacti are struggling! And yep, we're inside. Your skirts are very cute!

[@nancypollard4531]

When my grandson was three or four years old he told me that he was allergic to pineapple. I said to my daughter. When did you find out Corbin was allergic to pineapple. She said he's not allergic to pineapple. Why do you ask? Well we figured out he thought if you didn't like something you were allergic to it. Long story short, I am allergic to hand sewing.

[@nadinamedlin3432]

I'm looking forward to seeing your progress on New Look 6894. I have the pattern. I'm not ready for princess seams, but it's on my want to sew list. I buy some thrifted/vintage site patterns, but I look for uncut with factory folds first. Good luck on your lovely summer dress!

[@victoriahannah1633]

Those skirts are so cute and you look so good in those pants, top & hat. We are scorching with the heat & humidity here in Virginia also. Staying inside except to run errands in air conditioned car. We lost air conditioner a couple years back for about 4 days & boy was that beyond miserable. I’ve got better with hemming by hand but absolutely totally no to hand sewing. Other than stay stitching to keep my seams together I don’t do hand stitching. One of the reasons I don’t hand sew except hems and why I stay stitch is because I severely broke my arm several years back & too much hand sewing & keeping fabric together does cause quite a bit of fatigue & pain. I have to say at first I felt like I wasn’t as good as others because I couldn’t keep my fabric together but then I told myself no sewing is not only to create things but it supposed to be fun & enjoyable too. I also use school house washable glue to keep seams together and magnets.

[@stampysister]

Yankee in Florida here too. I've learned to believe that there are two seasons in the south, lovely and hot as hades. I just enjoy the 10 months when the weather is lovely.

[@lynnhunger1668]

Depends on the sewing. As I age, I find I machine it if I can, but the project will always tell me what it needs. I too bought a sister serger

[@SewMyTime]

Hand sewing. Depends on whether I am sewing to create /finish something or sewing to enjoy the relaxing process. I am mostly the former! Thrilled you have a new machine and look forward to hearing all about it. And don’t feel guilty- you give so much to everyone with your channel- thank you.

[@sewingseamswithdeb]

Hi Jen, love your skirts and your pants are great too. Your hot weather souhds like what its like here for 3 m9nthhs every year. It feels like I stay inside modt if the day except for my morning walk or swim. Getting my excercise in before the heat kicks in. Hand sewing? I dont mind finishing off a garment hem or neck facing by hand. I used to do alot of hand embroidered doilios and taborcloths. But arthritis stops me from getting much of that done these days. Ill stick to machine sewing....that makes me very happy! ❤

[@MichelleSewsAgain]

That 1717 skirt pattern looks so good on you. Love the fabrics you used. 🧵 You look adorable in that bucket hat 💕I think those capri pants look good on you. 🧵 Great save on the thrifted dress…that’s going to be gorgeous. 🧵 Love that sailboat top …so cute! 🧵 Aww…you made me cry…love you so much!!! I’m so glad you like the sign ❤❤❤ And P.S. you TOTALLY deserve it!!!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

LOL you mean the curtains I used? You are the best. Love you. ❤️

[@carolwampler1764]

I HATE hand sewing with a passion but I enjoy knitting. Who knew! During the summer at the baseball games, there was a lady who was hand sewing (white fabric no less) a bonnet for our Rendezvous. All clothing and bonnets must be period appropriate (revolutionary war) and she did an amazing job. Jen, you have been busy. Love the pants and they look good on you. Your skirts look great and you wear them well. I can hardly wait to see the dress in that absolutely gorgeous fabric. It will be beautiful, I'm sure. PFAFF--I'm a fan. You will really benefit from a new PFAFF, and I am fairly certain that is your machine of choice. Hope you have a wonderful weekend.❤

[@mary-louw2946]

I love to sew my hand. Slow stitching, sitting on the deck, is my favourite thing to do. I also love to cross stitch or crochet. I always need to keep my hands busy.

[@dizzyquiltsandsews]

The skirts are super cute! And so are those pants. Slash/slant pockets do that all the time on me so I’ve tried interfacing the edge so it doesn’t stretch out or stick out. Works well”ish”. 😂 Your reaction to Michelle’s gift almost brought tears to my eyes - such a thoughtful gift. I despise hand sewing and avoid it at all cost. I even figured out how to sew buttons by machine. Xx 💞

[@sbrickett]

I try not to hand sew anything, but occasionally I find I must do it with a large amount of grumbling. Nope, not for me, but much respect to those who do.

[@bkayepokrant9084]

Jen, sitting at a machine is torture for me. I'm a quilter and I do piece by machine but i love hand quilting and couldn't wait to start that part on my quilts.

[@elainemariesews2683]

Congratulations on your new toy🥳! As for hand sewing, I really don’t mind doing it because in certain situations I feel like I have more control.

[@kes44p]

I don’t wash dishes because I have a dishwasher. I don’t hand sew because I have (several) sewing machines!! My sewing machine even does buttons😁

[@virginiakasselman5953]

I just love that blue skirt in the Simplicity 1717 and that wonderful tan you have really makes it ‘pop’! As for hand sewing - I used to hand sew all my garment hems until I discovered ‘ blind hemstitching ‘ ah-ha!👍 Love your channel Jen you are inspirational 😇 ❤️ Virginia in Arkansas

[@robynlaszlo6128]

Great things to come what a wonderful and thoughtful gift the blue outfit looks great but I understand about the pockets you deserve a new machine enjoy

[@annavanzyl639]

Jen , it looks really good on you though . I think it is very flattering

[@carmensalome]

The skirts are great. That simplicity 7086 pattern is so me! What a beautiful gift from Michelle. You have had a wonderful week! ❤

[@heathern9051]

This weather is so weird this year. Record snow and now record heat. Hand sewing - mostly a no, but sometimes I don't mind. Depends upon what I am sewing and how perfect it needs to be.

[@LisaAnnSpencer]

I enjoy hand-sewing because it forces me to take a break.

[@2marymary2]

I look forward to your videos each week as well as Michelle's (@michellesewsagain). You both add so many chuckles to sewing. That is a cherished gift from her. I once bought a new Singer several years ago - an updated version of the one I had, very similar case. Well, I had to work one Saturday and my husband cleaned our living area and organized my sewing area. Unfortunately my new sewing machine ended up at Goodwill along with some fabric scraps and a sack of new material. Last time he was allowed to touch anything to do with sewing or anything belonging to me. . . . . . . As far as hand sewing, I've joined the slow stitching movement and love it. I have even sewed a lap size quilt and looking forward to hand stitching a poncho. I find it relaxing and soothing when watching tv and KZbin videos. Blessings to you for sharing your sewing adventures with us.

[@sew4bonnie]

I love how your skirts turned out and that beautiful piece from Michelle sews ❤ I enjoy hand sewing hems, facings, and buttons but haven't hand sewn a garment in a long time. It is relaxing and nice to do while watching a movie with my hubby.

[@pollysews]

Absolutely great looking skirts, Jen! And you look fantastic in them too. I'm curious to see how our knit dress turns out. I have some stripe(ish) cotton jersey that I don't know what to do with and has been sitting in my stash for a while, so I might copy you! Love the new machine - you deserve it!!! I hear you about the heat. We're having 105 degrees all weekend. Take care - you're such a wonderful person.

[@barbaraa6098]

Do like the skirts and those pants look good on you.

[@carolynvines1044]

I love hand sewing, very relaxing.

[@tanzle]

Oh Jen I absolutely love that Simplicity skirt...I never wear skirts but .....I dont like ankle length wide pants either, think they make everyones legs look short. Always lovely to see you and your makes and yes 97F much too hot, after 80F I start to flake, all the same nice to think of you in summer over on the otber side of the world :) (Deb, slaphappysewing)

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

LOL - you flake after 80º, I melt after about 105º!

[@ZeldaSews]

Did you decide on your sewing machine yet? Yes, the LORD always keeps his promises!😊

[@debbiesnyder4778]

I love the skirts. Suggestion on the pants. I like them I think they fit great but if you narrowed the legs you might find them more attractive

[@normacooper6377]

Love your floral fabric for the planned dress. Sooo pretty! I don’t do much hand sewing, but I probably could if I set my mind to it. It would take awhile because my joints are not as cooperative as they used to be.🥴

[@lilybee_]

I found you through your friday sews tag I saw on another channel. I quilt and sew other projects but sewing clothing is intimidating to me. Anyway, you have such a positive attitude, I subscribed. Im hoping to pick up tips. Im determined to try sewing clothing after the holidays. I have four kids and two grands and I'd love to make for them. Two of my grown kids are long waisted and very picky about the fit of their shirts. It will be worth the work to sew something that fits :)

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Wonderful! You have come to the right place! So glad you're here!

[@marylusk8287]

Jen, I am so happy you got yourself a new sewing machine I can't wait to see it and hear all about it. Jen, I hate hand sewing and I sometimes use the iron in hem tape it's bad I know.

[@ZeldaSews]

I think the pants are very nice on you. There's not much difference between my waist and my hips either.😅

[@AdamSews]

So so soooooo excited for you and your new baby! What fun! Can’t wait to see it and hear all about all the things, once it’s finished cleaning and babysitting obviously haha x

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

😂❤️

[@angienorman5974]

Congratulations!

[@kgflcreations]

Hi Jen, your skirts are beautiful 🤩, I am not crazy about hand sewing, I only do it when I need to hand baste.

[@margiecook6379]

i hand sew and enjoy it. i am old fashioned in that i like using different types of fabric and i can control them by basting not just pinning. ifind it calming to hem by hand a circle skirt. i do not like sewing chiffon either. it is a beautiful fabric that had to have been thought up by someone how had no idea about sewing.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Well said!

[@carolynreed2688]

I love to hand sew!

[@marciakistner8977]

I actually like hand sewing. I think I feel more in control since my hands are creating the work instead of a machine. Weird, huh? I also like embroidery and crochet.

[@socarole66]

Look at the wonderful white beast in the window 👏🏼😁. Cannot wait to see that uncovered. That pink skirt is the cutest with those front patch pockets, you look adorable in it 🥰. That made me laugh about the pattern pieces missing as I would be blaming my sewing room poltergeist 😂. Don't forget to put those pieces back in your envelope that you borrow from! That striped dress is going to be awesome, you always do fantastic things with stripes 🦓. Now I do like those striped pants and the side pockets were genius! It is a style I wear all the time as you know and would happily have those 😂 Is it the width at the bottom that is worrying you? How about reducing it and seeing how you feel? Not sure what a clam digger is but I obviously look like one all the time 😂. I LOVE hand sewing 👏🏼, creating each stitch and watching the thread pass through a hole, yep I'm weird I know it 🤣. Looking lovely today my friend ❤xx❤

[@dinahthornton7594]

I'm both a quilter and a garment sewer. Strangely enough I LOVE to hand quilt and hand sew the back of my quilt bindings. BUT, I hate hemming and hand sewing on garments. Strange huh? 😮

[@SimplyDelilah]

yes get a new machine! If you are going to use it then get it! I splurged on a new machine and I felt so guilty...Why do we feel guilty? guys splurge on motorcycles! ..Anywho...do it!

[@Chericherry4]

I handbaste rather than use pins sometimes. But I'm not very good at hand sewing generally.

[@BYBabbra]

Some great makes coming along. Your skirts are lovely especially with side seam pockets. Your pants came out really well and fit lovely, I agree with you about the pockets. They look okay but don't seem to sit quite right. The white sleeveless blouse you are wearing is really nice, it has some wonderful details to it, are you able to let me know what pattern it is from? HAND SEWING! I don't mind hand sewing, I find that some seams or finishes just need that little bit extra attention. The trouble is that it takes so darn long to do, so only when really needed. Keep them great makes coming.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thanks! Simplicity top (white) is in the description box.

[@patn1765]

I like those pants on you...a lot!

[@cathydillehay8061]

I have that sailboat fabric. Nice!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Where did you get it? I'd love some more!

[@cathydillehay8061]

@@TodayinJensSewingRoom I think I got it at JoAnn’s. I wish I had some leftover to send to you but have used leftovers in another project. I used to get all my fabric at JoAnn’s so that is my best guess. Too long ago.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thanks! Well, I just went down a rabbit hole and found that this fabric is a print from Leon Rosenblatt and it's apparently vintage. Info on him is kind of limited though. I'm not even sure he's still alive, and can't find anything current on him or even anything about fabric designs. There is a 3 yard piece of what I think might be curtains on Etsy for $98 - it's listed as fabric but apparently it has a hemmed edge and a couple of stains. Not what I'd pay for a vintage curtain!

[@debbies6192]

Hello Jen, Your clothes turned out nice.

[@jbosdachin6]

You are a sewist. Sewing is who you are. Your machine is the tool of your trade. Buy the machine that help you do your trade.

[@judithglavas9030]

I like to embroider. So I am a hand sewer.

[@SewAndTellwithDori]

What a very, very thoughtful gift from Michelle!!!! I noticed that she used a lot of your favorite colors (or so it appears from this side of the screen). I have S1717 and very happy to see an older pattern being made up. Someday I will give it a try. I've purchased a lot of the current Big 4 patterns during JoAnn's $1.99 pattern sales (McCall's now on sale through Saturday night), but there are so many excellent OOP patterns that need to be brought back to life on YT vlogs, so thank you again for that! Simplicity is finally realizing that they have so many great patterns in their inventory from the 1940's to today that should be made available again. Love the dress on your mannequin. Have you talked about that pattern and fabric yet? Enjoy your new sewing machine. Is it a Bernina??? 😊

[@susanstewart4044]

I grew of hand stitching facings and hems. Nope. Not now. Not anymore.

[@cathykieser53]

Enjoyed your time sharing. I have the pattern s2174 if you want me to trace the pattern piece you are missing let me know. I have the size 16 and up

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thank you so much Cathy! You know what, I knew I wanted view C and didn't even realise - all the pieces for that view are there! For some reason there are two sets of back bodices, one for the sleeveless version and one for the views with sleeves. Pretty sure the sleeveless version is cut more narrowly. What I ended up doing was (duh!) figuring out that I wanted view C that was shorter, had the sweetheart neckline and had sleeves - but I didn't want the sleeves. So I used those pieces. Solved the problem although I'm having to narrow the armhole slightly. But it's ok because at least I do have the front bodice for the sleeveless view as a guide. So it's working out after all!

[@cathykieser53]

@@TodayinJensSewingRoom well, that's a great find!!! I haven't made it yet, so I'll let you make it first for a review 😘, happy Sewing

[@maryleigh3788]

Is the white top with the blue and white skirt a pattern? If so, what is it. Cute makes!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

It's in the description box

[@vernakg]

Hand sewing is a necessary evil. I was suppose to hand sew beads on my wedding dress. Fabric glue was my friend.

[@lindathompson5420]

I avoid hand sewing like the plague!!!

[@juliemulie1805]

Hand sew as little as possible. Tremors have increased with age and it makes hand sewing almost comical. Got me my retirement early, so it did have a silver lining! Looking forward to your Pfaff reveal. I'm still sewing on my 7570 thanks to my techie hubby (buttonholes on my Brother).

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

I will never get rid of my 7570. That machine is a keeper.

[@pammolling5034]

No hate it.

[@Timpsonsews]

You mean we don’t get to see the new machine???❤

[@nancyhelpinstill1834]

Hand sewing? Noooooo! The only hand sewing I believe in is hand embroidery. If you’re gonna take the time and trouble to sew by hand, it should be something beautiful you can show off! That’s my story and I’m sticking to it.

[@leannwhite620]

Hand sewing? No thank you! I do love shank buttons so/sew I have to!

[@lyndamorrow6379]

I love to hand sew and embroider. But I really don't like to hem!

[@merrillmay9098]

😉 "promo sm"

[@mariontilton8494]

I hate hand sewing.

[@paulamattsson8583]

What i think about hand sewing 🪡👎🙀🤮🤬🤬🤬 so my answer is big NO, your skirts are beautiful 👍👍

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

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