My Latest Makes December 2019

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Lucy, I really really enjoyed watching you show us all the things you’ve made, and also for sharing your thoughts with us too. Please stay safe and well xxx Mags

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much I'm so glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching and commenting.

[@teresagibson2974]

Lovely makes

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much, I must admit I'm very pleased with them and have worn them both lots of times already, which is always a good sign!

[@helenfleet2410]

Love your in depth projects and info. Have sewed for over 40 years but still have my struggles. Happy Christmas.

[@SewEssential]

Ah thanks for sharing Helen, I'm glad my details are interesting for people I've always had a habit of talking far too much, but it is good to know it comes in helpful sometimes lol!

[@ladylouise1969]

Great video-I've been sewing 50 years, and no matter what things will happen when you are sewing!! :+) Have a great week!! Merry Christmas!

[@SewEssential]

Haha yes it is very true, thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas to you too.

[@janmiller1850]

Lovely makes. Great fit. That dress! 💚💚💚

[@SewEssential]

Thanks Jan you're very kind, I've already worn the dress on a night out and then I'm wearing it this weekend too. PS the anti static spray worked a treat with the tights!

[@raquelseydewitz203]

Happy Holidays! Beautiful makes 🎄🌲🎄🌲🎄

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much and to you too!

[@jansavage1185]

Thanks for all your videos this year. I look forward to my Friday lunch break and catching up with your latest news. Really interesting and motivational. Keep up the good work in 2020, can't wait to see what you make next.

[@SewEssential]

That is the most lovely comment Jan, you've made my day! Thank you so much for sharing and I'm so glad you enjoy it so much. Happy Christmas and see you in 2020!

[@alisonkirk5720]

What a year sewing you have had! I always think you choose brilliant patterns which aren’t too challenging but classic and very wearable. Looking forward to next year and all your new sewing projects. I loved to hear about your sewing bloopers as we all have them and we certainly learn each and every time something slightly different happens 😂 Have a wonderful christmas and happy new year 😘

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much Alison, yes I like to make things I will wear again and again and also like to keep producing new garments to share which generally dictates things. I'll keep sharing the bloopers and a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too.

[@sewmytroublesaway]

Love your toaster. I'd love to see the video where our show the round back adjustment? I think I need that too but haven't been brave enough yet

[@jeannotek8483]

Lovely makes Lucy x

[@SewEssential]

Ah thanks Jeannot that's really kind.

[@sallystapleton787]

I have just bought the toaster pattern... I was nervous about making it but you have given me the confidence to try in the new year. Happy Christmas to you all xx

[@SewEssential]

I'm so glad to hear that Sally, it is a brilliant pattern and the only bit which requires any real concentration is the neckline, but tack it first if you're unsure. Good luck, enjoy and have a great Christmas.

[@nettypoole]

Haha, I’m sitting watching you whilst unpicking. You always inspire me to make something new. Merry Christmas, Jannisews x

[@SewEssential]

Ah that's so lovely to hear Janet, thank you! I saw your swimsuit on IG last night and was very impressed, you inspire me too. Have a wonderful Christmas, Lucy x

[@1Karen44]

Hello Lucy, So enjoy your vlogs. You come across as a very nice young lady. I wish you had a storefront so the next time I am in the UK I could stop by to say hello. Keep up the great work. I wish you and yours a Merry Christmas. Sending God's blessings to you from St. Petersburg, Florida. Love to listen to you talk, also...just an extra benefit!

[@SewEssential]

That's so lovely of you to say Karen thank you so much I really appreciate it. Have a fantastic Christmas too.

[@josephineanderson6957]

Just love your videos. Have a good Christmas 😄

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much Josephine you have a good Christmas too.

[@sewingmags3222]

Merry Christmas Lucy - to you and your family. Great vlogs Thanks 🤓

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much and to you too!

[@juliadroy1179]

I often sew on the machine before overlocking garments

[@annasellborn2590]

Merry Christmas and thanks for 2019!!! 💞

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much, you too Anna!

[@annasellborn2590]

@@SewEssential thank you 🌠

[@ruthlanwarne8978]

Lovely makes! I find 1/4 inch seams a pain too even on the sewing machine. I can’t eyeball it very well😆Have a lovely Christmas.🍹🍾🍇

[@SewEssential]

Thank you Ruth, you too!

[@kabsalsa]

Both makes look great on you

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much that's really kind of you.

[@jaynefederici9140]

Bought makes look gorgeous ♥

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much.

[@jaynefederici9140]

@@SewEssential oh no! My phone is so stupid lol. Of course I meant your makes 😀

[@lorainemunro7969]

🐯

[@denisedagnone4115]

Love your channel 💗🇦🇺

[@SewEssential]

Thank you so much I'm so happy you do, I always worry if people will find things interesting or useful so it is always lovely to hear that.

[@lizzyt6791]

I have to make shoulder adjustments and higher the darts too, you are taller than me 😬. Love the makes, I’m currently making your sequence top. Thanks for 2019! Merry Christmas!

[@SewEssential]

That's so lovely you are making the top, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Have a great Christmas too.

[@rachelplatt7282]

Great makes! So funny - I've found the shoulders too narrow on indie patterns as well!

[@SewEssential]

I know, it is on pretty much every indie designer I've tried, the only one where I didn't have an issue was Tilly and the Buttons.

[@shaidabegum.]

❤

[@peggyriordan9857]

Really liked both items. They fit you perfectly too. Thank you for going over the sewing experience in such detail. I learn alot from your explanations. Do you have a blog and a video channel? I think I heard you say you would be writing something in a blog. How would I find that? Thank you very much and have a Merry Christmas!!

[@SewEssential]

Hi Peggy, thanks so much for the lovely feedback, you can find our blog here www.sewessential.co.uk/blog Merry Christmas to you too.

[@sandraobrien8705]

Sorry where did you attach stretch interfacing at the neck on the first item - the turtleneck? I didn't catch that and I've never used stretch interfacing before, although I probably should have.

[@SewEssential]

I just ironed it on the wrong side of the neckband, cut a piece the same size as the neckband then ironed it on. It isn't a necessary step, but I find it gives a little more structure and helps to stabilise the neckline too.

[@sandraobrien8705]

@@SewEssential Great, thank you!

[@tracyfrost]

How many centimeters did you remove ? I find the neck very loose.

[@SewEssential]

I didn't measure it, but just did it gradually, took a bit off, tried it on again and repeated until I was happy. You get a good feel from the initial try on how much to remove. Hope that helps.