Science, Man.

[@Emsgrandmom1]

I came for the sewing and stayed for Jen’s awesome personality. She’s so warm, sweet and welcoming ❤️

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Wow, I'm really humbled by your words. Thank you so much. I can't tell you how much it encourages me to know that I'm actually accomplishing what I set out to do - be warm and welcoming! Now just to do that in my actual house, hospitality and all that - I have so much to learn from you! ❤️

[@joveast9680]

Jen, you are a big shot of happy day and happy sewing day. Bless you; you are an inspiration to me. Thank you so much with love ❤️

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Aw, thanks Jo!

[@SconesAndTea]

It’s so great to see young people sew!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Especially when they're yours!

[@nevaolaughlin6866]

Love your dress! Love the Camden stitch! Buuuurrrrrrda!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Right? She's awesome.

[@heatherpenman3906]

Jay is lovely, I always watch her. Laughed about you loosing the car, but so glad you could have your Disney / Star Wars day xox Love from New Zealand xox

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thanks so much, Heather - Jay is awesome!

[@donitatoavs]

Such a pretty dress! I saw the original Star Wars movie, too. I was a little lost at the time, but certainly came to enjoy them. 😊 My most recent projects were all for my grandchildren. A long sleeve camo tee for each of my son’s five kiddos, and a rainbow tulip top for my daughter’s toddler. They all seem to enjoy them…which is always an amazing feeling. My next few projects may well be for them, too. 😊 Thanks again for our Friday visits. I’m jealous that your daughter is sewing.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thanks Donita - kids are so great to sew for - you're so fortunate to have 6 grandkids!

[@marietaitague2240]

I am looking forward to seeing McKenna’s skirt. It’s exciting that she sewed her first pair of pants. It took me a couple of years to even sew a pair of pants because I lacked confidence and thought that it would be hard. I congratulate her.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thank you so much, Marie - we'll see how she gets along. She wants a full circle and those can be a challenge to hem!

[@jennistevenson796]

Hi Jen, I’m a Jen too and when you started talking about your love of Star Wars I felt like you were a kindred spirit. I saw the original on a huge screen in Leicester Square Odeon in London in 1977. I was mesmerized by it ..and still am. I live in France and cannot see my 4 young grand children due to Covid so I am sewing lots of things for them and posting them. I just started sewing this year. Loved the pretty blue dress you made, might give it a try, the colour is perfect on you. Xx

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Bonjour Jen! I'm so sorry to hear about your quarantine. We're also stuck here for the next couple of weeks at home, having been exposed to my daughter who tested positive. It's a good time for lots of sewing, so I'm glad to hear that you started that this year. It's a great way to pass the time productively. And Star Wars fans unite!

[@theresasmith1000]

Yay Mckenna! Atta girl Jen for intervening just in the most perfect way! And now you've got a new sewing friend in your very own daughter!!! Lucky both of you! Out of our 3 sons, I have one who loves to sew and create, but I still cringe watching him on my Pfaff 1222E( I purchased in 1976), when he was a boy! Gladly he has his own sewing machine now and he's a full fledged grown-up! About your collaboration, I, too, adore that beautiful fabric of yours. It's so hard to have a special piece of fabric and when you make it up aren't happy with the pattern choice. It makes me SO afraid to move forward w my fabrics and I fear I'll be in a constant spin of wearable muslins!! But it hasn't stopped me from purchasing more and more fabrics!! Hahahah! I just got finished w Simplicity 9122, I may put up the pic on my IG. but I seriously HATED the dress after I made it. It was also a wearable muslin. It ended up being a kinda couture item with all the homemade bias binding, french seaming, but I totally DO NOT look fashion forward in this dress and I will never wear it! The best part of it was the comment my sweet hubby made when he saw me in it..."I think you should enter it into the fair next year!" He thought it was a compliment and I tell you that made me crack up so much my abs got sore.. Precisely! The dreaded HOMEMADE look! Anyone out there want a free copy of Simplicity 9122, gently used! HAHA. I just look so forward to sitting w a cup of coffee while you are in your sewing room...Thanks so much!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thanks Theresa! I was so proud. You definitely have a workhorse in your Pfaff 1222 - I started with a 362 that I got in about 1979-1980. They are really, really good machines if you can get one that was made in Germany. Yep, that collab dress was a fail, but I've had several suggestions on how to redeem it and it may just become a skirt. We'll see. S9122 - I also made that for my daughter Emma. Sounds like you went to a lot of trouble with it - but she didn't like hers either. Your husband is hilarious! The fair! Memories of 4-H projects! I'd have died laughing too! 😂 Thanks so much for drinking your coffee with me. It's a pleasure.

[@loristec3275]

So cool about your daughter sewing!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

It really is! Thanks Lori!

[@susankidd9963]

I love your dress the colours are beautiful .

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thank you so much Susan!

[@lindaaubertin139]

I love your dress and the fabric!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thank you so much Linda!

[@vickiecopeland7131]

Love the blue & gray dress. What a great job you did on it. You are so very creative & way more visually minded than I am.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thank you so much Vickie!

[@Silver_Threads_Sewing]

Loved your daughters pants. I know you are so proud. I love your dress. It looks so nice on you. I have found a great way to trace Burda patterns is to use a roll of polypropylene... plastic sheeting from a home good store. I got a huge roll for like $10. It’s so easy to see the exact lines and then if you want to trace around it and make a paper pattern it’s super easy. A sharpie is needed for tracing onto the plastic but that line makes making a paper pattern later easier.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thanks for the tips!

[@Cat-gh6zj]

Hello Jen, I just found your channel by accident while laying on the sofa last night instead of sewing and I LOVE it. You are so funny! and adorable of course and I am in your age group so it was very refreshing to watch instead of all the younger kids! I am going to make that dress you have on. LOVE IT! I live alone and semi retired and the continued isolation is so depressing. SO THANK YOU! I am going to loop thru your videos while sewing today!!! From Cat

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

What kind words, Cat! You just made MY day! ❤️

[@deniseberger4963]

Hi Jen! Your video made me chuckle. I also went to see the first Star Wars, in 1977, with my boyfriend, but I DID end up marrying him! LOL We both loved the movie. So nice that your daughter is taking an interest in sewing! Her pants turned out great! I have 2 daughters (and 3 sons) and taught them both to do basic sewing when they were young teens but sadly, neither of them caught the sewing bug (although they love having me sew things for them). I have a sweet daughter in law who wants to learn, so hey, that's something! Someone has to inherit all our sewing stuff! haha My latest creation was a pair of mechanics coveralls for my 3 year old grandson (to match his daddy's) and they turned out so cute. I love your blue striped dress. I have never considered that pattern but it looks really nice on you. That's something I love about seeing the things other people make. All the patterns you miss. Blessings! Denise

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Wisely chose, you did. Where are all the Star Wars emojis when I need them? Thanks Denise!

[@mickihuston4903]

I had that same blue and gray stripe fabric and made McCall's 7562. So cute on the model on the pattern envelope. Definitely looked like a nightgown when I made it.🤣 You win some and lose some! Your dress is adorable.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Well, Micki - same here. Originally I made a vintage wrap skirt from it and it didn't work. Before that it was Vogue 9050. But third time's the charm!

[@carlalucas4284]

I also watched Star Wars in June 1977 in a theater near Pensacola!! Vacation was extra good that year lol. I also made our living room curtains from muslin, it was thin so I doubled the fabric for the length, flipping about 10 inches on top of the right side I sewed a 2 inch header and had an attached valance, 30 years later they’re still as nice as when I made them I love your valance too, it really finishes the room🧡

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thanks Carla - you know, I should do a quick video on how I did the valance, everyone keeps asking. Star Wars! Original viewers unite! Vacation was very, very good that year!

[@SewcalSewcialite]

Ohhh nice pants! Well done 👏 That petal bottom option is unique, I will have to add it to my list for the next $1.99 sale. I love those Star Wars Coke bottles -- too cute! Ooh that vintage pattern is very cute! I think the fabric ended up with the right pattern though ☺️ I have watched the Camden Stitch, she is cute!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

I am a disgrace to the Star Wars fandom. That Diet Coke bottle is actually a Thermonuclear detonator from Batuu. Duh. How did I not know this? I like those petal bottom pants enough to want a pair myself! ❤️

[@socarole66]

That blue dress looks fab on you. Glad you enjoyed your Disney Day. We are back in lockdown in the UK so I had time this weekend to brave making True Bias Hudson pants for myself. Like you I have hundreds of big 4 patterns. Really pleased with them. You have now inspired me to dust off the Burda magazines I have and get tracing! Thanks. 😊

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Hey Carole - joggers - you know, I don't have a pair of those to my name. Maybe I should sew some but I don't know if I'd ever wear them! Good luck with your Burda magazines - tracing that thing off was a challenge! ❤️

[@socarole66]

Today in Jen's Sewing Room oh dear that is evidence then of our difference in climates! I can’t imagine in Florida you ever cosy up in front of a fire in the evenings 🤣.

[@karensnybeck1580]

This week I sewed a pair of Eddystone jeans!!! I’ve been on a carb free/fasting diet and lost a few #s. I was surprised in making these jeans. First... I bought corduroy from Hobbylobby last week for $3 a yard (yes, I bought what was left.. 5yards) and took my time with the “ cutting out”. Second.. the sew was easy and faster than I thought it was going to be. Third... I went down TWO sizes and they FIT!!! The length, the waist. The hips, the... ohhh my my butt looks good in em! Anyway ,,, calm down Karen... was set for Federal jury duty. Been working on this since the start of the year! Signed in tonight to see that I go to Phoenix on Monday,,, I don’t have to go. Sewed several new outfits to wear!!! Was so excited! What else during a pandemic! Now I’m looking for my next big adventure ,,, like everyone else. Guess estate sales will have to do. But,,, damnit I will be looking awesome at them!!!! Love the dresss!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

GO YOU! Way to go Karen! 👏 🙌 👏 All that hard work and no bread is paying off!

[@tinaellison3521]

Love your dress; I would never have given that pattern a second look! I think that Beth at SunnyGal Sewing Studio has done a 2-part blog post on how to work with BurdaStyle hieroglyphics. Can't wait to see your Simplicity chiffon topper; the fabric is lovely!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Right? I never gave 8640 a second look until I saw Viv make it. Then I was hooked and couldn't believe how well it turned out. I will check out Beth. Gotta get going on that topper . . . thanks Tina!

[@roi-lynnmunsey8317]

I am attending an ASG annual meeting virtually Saturday. While on that I plan to finish the hand stitching on an Itch to Stitch Zamora blouse. Really liking it so far. Also making continuous bias tape for an antique quilt top made by my great great Grandma who was blind. That is for my sister. Also making her a wall hanging called love notes from Kimberbell. It is for her 60th birthday. She gets made gifts for every zero and 5 birthday. Sometimes other years slip in. Anyway we want to finish everything for their house so we can mail the package soon with all the volume this year in deliveries in gifts.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Wow, you're really busy this weekend! And so many gifts - I know they'll be greatly appreciated.

[@vivmomsews4962]

Hi Jen, just wanted to congratulate McKenna on her cute pants. That’s so exciting! I love your newest version of Simplicity 8640 - it is a winner of a pattern and the blues you chose are so soothing and pretty. I made the same Laura Ashley jumpsuit way back in the day when Candace was a toddler. I made 2 of them for myself and can see them clear as a bell, but finding pictures of them may be another story altogether. I always thought the pockets on them were very cute. Finally, you are a more intrepid woman than I to conquer a Burda mag pattern. This is the same reason I won’t see Jalie - all those lines give me hives. You’re a “can do” gal and I have faith that you’ll nail that skirt, no problem. Go Jen go!!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thanks and thanks and YOU'RE BACK!!!!!!!! WOO-HOO! I'm a little beside myself. I think everyone is a little bit beside themselves! You were definitely missed. And loved! ❤️😘

[@halesmoore]

Hi Jen, I loved your geek out - I replayed it for my husband who laughed as he is a complete Star Wars nut! He's enjoying season 2 of the Mandalorian - have you seen it? The jacket pattern looks really stylish and French seams will definitely give it the neat finish. Have a great rest of the weekend.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

The Mandelorian? YOU KNOW IT, BABY! My whole family watches it! We were dying for October 30 to roll around for the new season to start. We watched it while Makenna and Ryan were visiting last weekend. Emma (#2) called recently to catch up - she lives in Minnesota - and we spent an hour discussing Boba Fett and the guy at the end of the episode and the Clone Wars and the origins of Baby Yoda . . . the whole franchise. She even outdoes me with the geekiness so apparently it's genetic! My kids have been watching Star Wars since they were wee little ones. Haven't started the jacket yet and it's Sunday already. But we have a tropical storm on top of us today, so it's a good day to sew! ❤️😘

[@halesmoore]

@@TodayinJensSewingRoom my husband is currently making a death watch mandalorian cosplay on his 3D printer and he’s waiting for me to draft and make him the fabric parts 🙈. He trooped with the UK garrison on the red carpet in January for the rise of skywalker as a shore trooper and I’d made his trousers so I have no excuse but I’m distracted with making things for myself at the moment 😄I had never watched Star Wars etc growing up so I don’t share his passion/obsession 🤣I’m enjoying watching this series though

[@debcobb9739]

I just love your Friday Sews even if you don't sew...I taught my daughter to sew years ago and she did a few pieces and grew tired of the whole thing. I gave her a sewing machine and she will take it out of the closet to sew a rip or tear but usually brings them to me now that she works full time. But she learned to craft and crochet from me and has exceeded the master....lol. The pants were really cute especially the fabric. I have been making potholders from scrap fabrics. It is using prairie points and takes some manipulation. Mindless activity while watching tv is easy. Thanks for the chat. Many blessings

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Hey Deb, I love talking to you too! I know what you mean about the crocheting - my youngest has outdone me too in that respect. We'll take what we can get, right? Great idea on the potholders. I just have so many scraps that I never know what to do with them. Coasters would also be good, I think. You're right, mindless activity while watching is always good, I can never keep my hands still. Always a pleasure -

[@marisolreyes6502]

Jen, as usual, I enjoyed our Friday chat. Always glad to see you. I’m actually sewing pot holders. I was at the store and saw a nice set of pot holders for...$12 a, and d I thought...naw, nope, neine,, I have plenty of scraps & here I sat sewing them as I watched your video. Your video was rather short🥰

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thank you so much Marisol, me too! You're right, potholders are ridiculously expensive and why haven't I thought to make my own? Thank you! A short video from me? No way! 😂

[@lavadaroufs]

Hi there - love your chats as we sit quaranteed. Just a note on Burda. Look for the code for your pattern - it will be on one page and one side of that page. I lightly trace the pattern so it stands out more with a pen. Finding the grainline is helpful and necessary of course. Thank goodness you have good lighting and good luck - you will feel wonderful when you get it traced.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thank you so much Lavada. I used a highlighter and it was incredibly helpful for tracing!

[@rosaliepingree4198]

I have September's issue of Burda that I found at JoAnn's. I found a coat pattern in it and I almost went cross eyed trying to locate the pattern pieces! But I look at it as a challenge to locate the pieces. I hope that I really like how the coat turns out so it will be my reward to find all the pattern parts in the "pattern piece puzzle". LOL

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Yep, I managed to trace that thing off and "cross-eyed" is definitely a good way to put it! I was tempted to just go to the website and pay for the pattern, but I'm too cheap 😂 I hope your coat turns out beautifully!

[@bellepoupee61]

Bonjour Jenn! Lovely dress you are wearing! Bravo for your daughter! She seems so happy with her makes, I have two daughters and they started to sew too and what an aventure! LOL! Loooove your Coke bottle! Good thing you dumped your boyfriend after the movie! The only time we went to Disney it was 1990!!!! We loved it! Working on my Xmas gifts already! Anyway have a nice day! Christine 🇨🇦

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Bonjour mon amie! You must come back to Disney. And I need to get started on Christmas too . . . have a great weekend! ❤️🍁

[@theresatumidajski5219]

Jay Camden Stitch is going thr a trying patch ....I'm sure your kind words would lift her spirits

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thanks Theresa - I saw her recent IG post and DM'd her to encourage her. I hope it helps. She's awesome.

[@orcillalamprechtsews]

I actually had my very own tiny sewing machine when I was little and my Mother used to give me scraps to create my own doll's clothing.... aah those were the good old days🧵♥️

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Doll clothing - I cut my sewing teeth on those too!

[@lindawhitaker4314]

Really like the pattern and material of the dress you are wearing! Looks good on you.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thank you so much Linda!

[@marlenep2644]

I actually stopped the video and went back and paused it on that picture of a whole house closet! Wow! You do find the coolest inserts Jen! I have made that 8640 too and loved it. But I really like your pockets! The pockets were what drew me to that pattern, but yours are such a fun twist and I really like how you chevroned the stripes. I'm so glad Mckenna enjoyed her sewing experience, and I'd have needed not only hands sitting, but mouth tape! Although the pillow I helped my daughter make went pretty well. I was able to say she made it afterwards 🤣. The Burda pattern... 😳 Good luck!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

I know right? If you only knew the rabbit hole I went down trying to find a graphic of a large closet. I couldn't believe it. And I'm telling you what, not that I mind but editing for me takes FOR. EVER. I spend half my time tracking down gifs. It's a labor of love -

[@sharyncrawford3419]

Wow really love that dress your wearing!!! Looks beautiful on you! The flowy fabric really works well!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Thank you so much Sharyn!

[@JulesCraftRoom]

Aww it's lovely when our daughters join us in our hobbies. I was just wondering about the outfit you were wearing and behold its Simplicity 8640, I definitely need to make that dress it is very flattering. Yes love Jay's channel. I feel your pain with the burda pattern sheets, I have several magazine but have never attempted to trace a pattern off lol.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Yes and yes and yes and yes!

[@dotschischloh9767]

Great makes. I have the rayon blue and grey fabric. Been languishing in the collection for a few years. Love your dress. I may be your twin. 😁👯‍♀️

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

I would love a twin!

[@tammystack2208]

Love, love, love that blue dress you're wearing. The pattern envelope never spoke to me, but... I may have to give it a Try!!!!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

You should! It never spoke to me either until I saw Vivmom make it. BTW she's back and if you're not watching her, you should!

[@andrearyan816]

There was a news story in the UK today. A couple’s neighbour passed away and left them their collection of Star Wars toys in the will worth £300,000 wow 😳

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

WOW! That's amazing! The force is definitely with that couple -

[@margiecook6379]

We should be neighbors! Star wars is my favorite series of all time. Yes I saw the original in the theater .most of my kids are star wars nuts like me! Your right the my falcon should not fly, but I think the force is with her. The ship has to be a her when harrison ford is in charge. I knew you would make the jacket. You were just trying to talk yourself into that beautiful dress. I'll hold you to making it, simply because you out would look so good in it. Love your new dress , and I can't tell you how many of that Laura ashley pattern that I made. I still think it's a great pattern. Burdas I find are usually not a bad sew. Don't let the pattern lines bully you! You can do it and it will be beautiful, and you will be proud. Now the best thing congratulations to your daughter , and to you! I am still teaching my grands how-to sew. They don't live close so when they visit we make something and I do like you walk away or put my hands behind my back. I am so excited that they want to learn. It's worth my handholding. Your daughter s pants look great she did a great job! Stay safe and hugs

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Of course we should be neighbors! Glad to know I'm not alone about the MF, although you're right, when Han's in charge he can probably make anything fly. Or could, when he was alive. (grabs heart in sadness) And of course you're right about the jacket and the Vogue dress. I did get the Burda traced, although I think I needed a valium afterward and certainly a new pair of glasses! 😂 It's a pain getting old! Have a great weekend -

[@TheWoodlandGardener]

Great job Makenna!!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

She says thanks!

[@laurieschmitz3897]

I just started watching your videos this week. I fell and cracked my head on the sidewalk and had a concussion, a black and blue swollen shut eye and a badly sprained wrist so I couldn’t do much and I came across your videos and I’m really enjoying them. I’m really glad that you showed the outfits made from the 2 Simplicity Patterns because I had seen them both but didn’t think they would be cute made up and worn but I love them both after seeing what you and your daughter made with them. What pattern did you use to make the dress behind you on the dress form on the right side of the screen? I ❤️IT!!!! I love that fabric choices too!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Hey Laurie - oh no! You really banged yourself up! Feel better soon! Ah, the Hawaiian dress. It's STILL on the dress form mocking me. I'm working on the bodice yet again, trying for the perfect fit. I think I have a solution, I just have to make myself finish it. I think I'll do that closer to spring. It's really more short-sleeve weather here rather than the sleeveless stuff I live in all summer. I'll get to it, though!

[@suek7086]

I am amazed you are going to try the Burda magazine pattern. You’ve got guts, girl.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

I am blind, girl. I got it done but nearly lost my mind AND my vision. 😂. Gimme a big 4 pattern so I can recover.

[@itssewxtra1713]

This weekend I’m putting my foot down and I’m going to sew, and suffer the consequences if need be. I had my cover stitch in the shop for months as I did not make the time to pick it up. Well I was just going to use it and found I forgot how to thread it. Hmmm,. Last weekend finished my closet and now I need to deal with my fabric. I’m winding it on bolts to put in the china cabinets, it’s really fun and relaxing and also eye opening as to my fabric, ‘problem’. I explained to my buddy who helped me with the closet, there are hardly any cuts in all this that I don’t love at least a little. I currently have it in Rubbermaid 58 liter bins Take a guess how many I have, I want to see if you can come close. That being said, I have to sew this weekend, I need to make something after see ALL of it. I made 2 super cute long sleeve knit tops, and cut out 2 knit dresses (house dresses) and I want to make a new robe. I saw a pattern that might be fun for Makenna to make as a beginner or anyone for that matter. It’s an indie, but really unique, a dress. It’s a woven pullover shift with princess seams in the back. It is really up your alley too, I totally thought of you when I saw that it was for wovens. I don’t buy a lot of indie patterns because they are so expensive, but as I said I thought of you when I saw this on Devon Thread Tales October makes. She is sewing with one of her daughters now too. The pattern is Deer and Doe Arum dress. I’m going to get it because I have trouble thinking of easy to grab and wear woven garments and I have so much fabric I want to use. I’m the opposite of you in that, I sew mostly all knives. Last thing- Star Wars-I’m a hard core R2D2 and BB1 fan. Do they just have that Diet Coke at Disney? I’d love to go to the Star Wars thing with my kids, omg we were so into it. My son had a Jar Jar doll he carried around for about 3 years, so darling. I hope you have an awesome weekend Jen! Thanks for sharing your week and makes!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

I'm going with 20 bins, do I win? 😂 The Arum dress is really cute, I'll pass that along to Makenna. And thanks to you I've just learned that it's not a droid or a piece of Star Wars machinery - that Diet Coke bottle is actually a thermonuclear detonator from Batuu! You'd think I'd know this stuff! Enjoy wrapping your fabric and enjoying what you have all over again . . . ❤️

[@kristi8220]

Your Daughter did a great job on her pants. That's fantastic for a beginner. She should definitely be proud of herself. Good job Mom on sitting on your hands. I can only imagine how hard it must have been. I love the dress that you made. The pockets with the little ties are so precious. That style really looks good on you. I say keep sewing them for yourself if you like them. You make make different variations to them and each one will be unique. I am so jealous that you went to Disney! I am a big Disney fan. It is honestly the happiest place on earth to me. Cinderella is my favorite character. I also saw the original Star Wars when it came out at the movies...more than once, LOL. I would have dumped that boyfriend of yours too. Ha! We have been enjoying watching the new season of The Mandalorian. I love that is has a nod toward the original Star Wars. My weekend will be filled with football watching, of course. I wasn't able to get any sewing done this week. Too many errands and things that needed to be taken care of. Hopefully this next week I can work on some Christmas embroidery projects. Have a good week!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Hey Kristi! Did you catch that they used the original actor who played Jango and Boba Fett? Emma (#2) and I had a long conversation about that. The Mandelorian is such fun, I can't resist that Baby Yoda and even got a stuffed one for Mia (#3) for her birthday in June. He's holding up his hands like a child wanting to be picked up, so she put him on her desk at work with a pen in his hand. Hilarious!

[@kristi8220]

@@TodayinJensSewingRoom Yes, I did catch that. I can't resist Baby Yoda either. He's so cute and those baby sounds are precious. I saw a documentary type show explaining it takes 5 puppeteers to operate Baby Yoda. They also said the voice of the Bartender in one of this season's scenes is voiced by Mark Hamill. I had such a girl crush on him back in the day. LOL

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

@@kristi8220 Oh man me too on that crush! Such a babe! And I also saw the documentary - fascinating stuff especially the way they didn't anticipate the reaction from the audience to the character -

[@susanwoods174]

Just waiting for some new fabric to dry, making some fabric pattern weights while I wait. Dead easy. Jealous of u always wearing sleeveless dresses there in Florida?🌞 Is it ? Here in UK, we have about 3 weeks a year when we can go sleeveless ☹️🌧️

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Yes - it's Florida and why didn't I move her 20 years ago? I love the heat and humidity, although I confess that I also love being able to get out of it into the a/c. You don't have the heat there (and no screens in the windows! What is up with that?). But when you do, it's so funny hearing you all complain. You have no idea 😂

[@msbdot1]

I keep looking at your topper. I think this is exactly what I want to do over some of my windows. Did you have a pattern, or instructions from somewhere? It looks like simply a length of fabric folded over at the top and clipped at intervals. Yes? Thanks for your videos!

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

That is absolutely all it is, a length of muslin clipped to the rod. That's it!

[@msbdot1]

Thanks -- I'll be trying that here soon!

[@jackiturner9228]

It’s so weird hearing you talk about going to an amusement park. Nothing is open in CA.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Yep, you all are still on lockdown, right?

[@susan571]

I've been losing cars in parking lots since I was 20.

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

We used to drive to my mom and dad's for Christmas and we'd always take a car-top carrier that looked like a Big Mac sandwich styrofoam. When I would do the "finish up" shopping on Dec 23, I could always find the car because of that carrier! The one time . . . I lose my car ALL the time . . . 😂 We should start a club!

[@beverlycason8735]

have you made it in a cotton jersey

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Not yet!

[@dixyschu951]

Jen, what paper do use to trace off patterns?

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

I'm pretty sure it was this, I ordered it a couple of years ago: www.dickblick.com/items/10505-1036/

[@dixyschu951]

@@TodayinJensSewingRoom Thanks for the info!

[@cathyledbetter6715]

The funniest thing about British people is saying kakhi like 'karki' and I don't get it

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

Yes! And "Leftenant." How in the world do you get that from "lieutenant?" And "clark" instead of "clerk." Oh, I could go on and on. So strange.