Recent Makes and Sewing Plans - September 2020

Sharing a couple of things I have been making recently and chatting about my next sewing plans.
LINKS:
My fabric shop: www.threadquarters.co.uk/prod...
Vlog about my Cyanotype printing: • Exploring Cyanotype Fa...
Sewing along vlog for Maya Top: • Sew With Me - A Boxy Top
Maya Top Pattern by Marilla Walker: www.marillawalkerpatterns.com...
Florence Top Pattern by Merchant & Mills: clothkits.co.uk/products/the-...
Textile Garden button shop: www.textilegarden.com
Wilder Gown Pattern by Friday Pattern Company: fridaypatterncompany.com/prod...
Summer Breeze Viscose Fabric: www.threadquarters.co.uk/prod...
Hilary Top Pattern by Tessuti: www.tessuti-shop.com/products...
Dotty About Dots Navy Viscose Fabric: www.threadquarters.co.uk/prod...
My Sewing School: www.threadquarters.co.uk/prod...
Introduction to Dressmaking Course: www.threadquarters.co.uk/prod...
Simplicity 8061 Pattern: www.hobbycraft.co.uk/simplici...
Burda Pattern: www.amazon.co.uk/Burda-Ladies...
Single Ladies Cotton Lawn Fabric: www.threadquarters.co.uk/prod...
Ness Skirt Pattern by Tilly and The Buttons: thefoldline.com/product/ness-...
The Dab Hand Fabric shop: www.the-dab-hand.co.uk
Field of Flowers Viscose Fabric: www.threadquarters.co.uk/prod...
Botanica by Moda Fabrics (sorry I couldn't find it in the UK, but here is a US stockist): www.cottoncandyfabrics.com/sh...
Magnolia Dress Pattern by Deer and Doe: shop.deer-and-doe.fr/en/sewin...
Elodie Dress Pattern by Closet Core Patterns: store.closetcorepatterns.com/...
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Some of the sewing tools I use on a regular basis:
My sewing machine:
My Pfaff Quilt Ambition 2.0: amzn.to/2vrtsc7
Wrist pin cushion: amzn.to/2JXV5zh
Overlocker/Serger (newer model): amzn.to/2W9MICf
Shears/Scissors: amzn.to/2EO86a2
Seam Gauge: amzn.to/2JRIX2m
Needles: amzn.to/2pDTXIt
Glass headed pins: amzn.to/2W4wNFe
Iron: amzn.to/2qtb8wi
Sleeve Press: amzn.to/36Ijb9a
Please also check out my Amazon Store for recommendations on my favourite sewing tools, books and accessories:
www.amazon.co.uk/shop/threadq...
I've curated the perfect beginners sewing kit and also some suggestions for tools to take your sewing up a notch.
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My measurements:
Bust: 39"
Waist: 32"
Hip: 41"
Height: 5'6''
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[@MeticulousShopper]

Lovely to make sure that all of your class patterns fit all sizes!

[@sosewmad]

Beautiful fabrics and lucky local people to be able to come to a sewing class!

[@Threadquarters]

Oh thank you!

[@oneatatime8677]

Happy birthday I hope you can celebrate with a great dinner. I am excited to see yiur dresses. I am watching and cutting out a dress from some stach busting fabric. Live seeing your makes. Your classes look and sound fun. Best of luck.

[@Penguinandpear]

Hi ya, Congratulations on your decision to open a shop, I wish you lots of luck! I also wanted to comment and say how refreshing it is to hear someone talk about wanting to be size inclusive for their customers. This will make the world of difference to their experience with you. I love Tilly patterns and their sizing has gotten better but there is still room for improvement as they only went up two sizes. If you would like some inspiration for patterns that are plus size inclusive I have lots of videos on my channel that talk about them. Thank you again for your part in removing stigma x

[@Threadquarters]

Yes, it is very very important to me to be as inclusive as I possibly can be. And yes, I agree that TATB patterns could do with extending their range even more. I meant to say that I am also thinking of using the Ellis skirt by Cashmerette for that class, which looks like a brilliant skirt, and the sizing it much better. So probably a combo of the two. And I will absolutely check out your channel, thanks so much for letting me know about it!

[@vickifenlon2235]

Hello again...so nice to see you! Lovely makes and plans!

[@Threadquarters]

Hello hello! Yes, trying to get back to the old vlog again! Thanks for your sweet comment xxx

[@porcumomful]

So enjoy your fabric background. Fabric is a happy place. My daughter just turned forty. Her plans for a big party were out. But she had a great dinner and cake with forty candles😂

[@Threadquarters]

Ahhh, a very happy belated birthday to your daughter! Yes, lots of people have had big birthdays during lockdown, c'est la vie I suppose! I've booked a night away with my husband and a dinner out, so hopefully those plans can go ahead. I'm really looking forward to it. Glad you like the fabric background - fabric is my happy place too! x

[@marywallace5248]

Just received my first fabric order from you today. So excited about 3 gorgeous fabrics, not sure what I am making yet! Thank you so much for all your inspiration.

[@Threadquarters]

Oh thank you so much for your order Mary, it means so much to me!! I'm so glad you love your fabrics. Do let me know what you end up making with them! x

[@argklnt86]

I just checked your shop! Beautiful fabrics!😍 Those cotton lawns! I love your enthusiasm!❤ Keep it up!

[@Threadquarters]

Aw thank you so much!

[@jessdoeslife__]

Oh my gosh I loveeeee the Florence top! Especially in that fabric. I’ve seen so much of that gorgeous green lately. Also adding the Hilary top to my sewing list 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@thenorthernsewist]

Lovely plans, gorgeous makes.... ive made the Florence 3 times now and we have the same birthday!!!!!!! 😘😊

[@Threadquarters]

Ahhh HAPPY BIRTHDAY, birthday twin! And 3 florences? Definitely a winning pattern! x

[@deanalovessewn6117]

Hi Suzie!! Wonderful vlog.. Great sewing plans.. Such beautiful fabric laying behind you.. Good luck with you fabric shop.... 💜💜💜🧵🧵🧵

[@Threadquarters]

Thank you so much! xx

[@thedahliasewciety]

Love your fabric choices! Always so inspiring and so bright and beautiful! Make all the dresses!!! Its the only thing keeping us going atm. We are just coming out of 3 months of lockdown here in Melbourne Aus in the next 3 week and I want to wear all my lovely things!

[@Threadquarters]

Ugh, 3 months lockdown, rotten! My brother and his family are in melbourne so they have been dealing with that too, not fun. And I BET you are ready to wear all the lovely things, plus I'm sure the weather is picking up for you guys now too! Thank goodness for our lockdown-friendy hobby hey?! xxx

[@tracyfrost]

I love your fabrics and ideas.

[@Threadquarters]

Thank you! x

[@quiltygal6981]

All the fabrics are gorgeous 😍

[@Threadquarters]

Thank you! 😊

[@evasaker2476]

I loved this vlog! You are so bubbly and full of enthusiasm of your upcoming projects with classes and everything 😀 It’s contagious and I feel just about the same regarding my little business. I’m about to launch kids clothes, mainley dresses made partly from recycled clothes and in a bit more exclusive design than your everyday clothes. So I know your feeling of excitement 🥰 Good luck with everything! 😘

[@Threadquarters]

So glad you enjoyed the vlog! And that sounds like a wonderful business you are about to launch! Wishing you all the best with it!!! xxx

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Your tops are very pretty, Congratulations🎉🎉 on the shop and the sewing classes! Thank you for sharing! Hugs Liz.

[@Threadquarters]

Thank you so much Liz xxxxx

[@elizabethvallely4044]

@@Threadquarters You are so welcome! x

[@lynneozzyblackbeard]

Oooo! I'm planning the Hilary top too, and I love your idea of lengthening it instead of the peplum. Also, I've made the Ness skirt (you might have seen it, can't remember!!), and I flipping love it and will be making another. The only thing I did differently was to change the order of construction on the back. I sewed the back pockets on first, then sewed the yoke to each back, and then sewed the centre back seam last. It just made it easier than having to pivot the yoke at the centre back. I might have changed the order on sewing the front pockets, but I can't remember now!! Lynne 😃

[@Threadquarters]

Oh, I can't wait to see your version of the Hilary! And I'm glad to hear another good review about the Ness. Good thinking about changing up the order, that does sound like a more sensible way of doing it!

[@lynneozzyblackbeard]

@@Threadquarters I was hoping you'd make the Hilary first, then I could copy you!!!! :):):)

[@physioontheriver7325]

Hi Susie. I think your plans look great - I’m sure your friend won’t mind you making the magnolia in that wonderful fabric! BTW I followed your lead and made myself the same top with the cyanotype printing! I’m pretty pleased with it but learnt a few things on the way. I used an old white cotton sheet for mine. I’d like to try again with white linen. This time I will use glass and not Perspex as I feel the Perspex was a bit light and the printing wasn’t as crisp as I would like. I think the glass being heavier would hold the botanicals down better. Mine also came out slightly darker than yours and I think I will shave one minute off my next attempt! Thanks for the inspiration! It was great fun. Diana

[@Threadquarters]

Oh thats fab that you gave the cyanotype printing a go! Interesting finds. The process is all part of the fun though isn't it - trial and error and seeing what works. Enjoy! x

[@kellybodie6022]

I love the cyanotype top it is so beautiful. I have a Pfaff performance 5.2 and my button holes are pretty good. I ensure it trim my seam allowances at the collar stand and my waist bands before I do the button holes. If the fabric is light in my shirts I use tear away stabilizer underneath my button holes in the collar stand. I am going to o have to check out the Hillary top, I too love an neat detail to tops. The Ness shirt will be an a,axing class, it is the skirt I use the most. Teaching the detailed stitching will be so useful.

[@Threadquarters]

Ah, thank you for the tips re the buttonholes, I shall remember those. And that's good to know that you like the Ness so much! I'm looking forward to sewing it!

[@jorobinson5522]

Hello! I have stumbled across your vlog this evening and what a find! You are so refreshing and I love your style, ethos, principles ... fab! I am going to plough through the comments too as I know that there’ll be some tips and inspiration amongst them. Meanwhile, and slightly off course, please can you tell me where you got your gorgeous earrings from? And... did you make the black top that you are wearing as I am looking for exactly that neckline!!! I am going to luuuve going through you vlog history and visit your online shop! Thank you, Jo 😊

[@Threadquarters]

Ahh thanks so much Jo, I'm so glad you came across my little channel!! I'm afraid I'm not going to be very helpful with answering your queries though. My earrings came from Accessorize, a few years ago, so most likely no longer available. And my top is from H&M. Although, I've had a couple of people mention the neckline of this top, so pattern designers need to get on that and make it a thing!!! So, sorry about those answers! BUT - thank you so much for your lovely comment - and I really hope you enjoy watching my old vlogs...don't dive too far back as I will cringe forever! lol x

[@practicalstitches2699]

Very pretty fabrics. Look forward to the dresses you decide to make for your birthday. What about M8104 or the pansy dress from the pattern room. Similiar styles just a thought . 😊

[@Threadquarters]

Thanks for the pattern suggestions, they look lovely, especially M8104! Thanks!

[@happyshopper570]

please please do make the elodie dress in that fabric, it is SOOOO gorgeous!! i can hardly wait to see it!!

[@Threadquarters]

It would be a really lovely combo wouldn't it?! I am tempted! Love the sleeves on the Elodie.

[@joanneblair2087]

Had an acquaintance in high school that used to copy most dresses I made. I always wished she would at least choose a different fabric.

[@Threadquarters]

I'm sure that was very annoying :( . My friend has given me her blessing to copy her, but I am doing something else now anyway.

[@Transformfabrics]

Highest form of flattery take it as a compliment to your good taste 🙌

[@rachelp8656]

Seems like it should be 4 dresses for 40 -- one for each decade, right? 👗

[@Threadquarters]

Lol I like your thinking

[@maureencullen1008]

loved all your fabrics.Liberty have some stunning patterns,including a dress very similar to the one for your birthday.What top are you wearing as I love the neckline.Good luck with your lessons and shop

[@Threadquarters]

Oh thanks for the Liberty pattern suggestion, I shall check them out. My top is from H&M lol. Thank you! x

[@sallydingle321]

Hi Suzie, oh my goodness... I adore your Florence top...so so pretty in that fabric 💕. I think I might have to copy your idea but try it with your lovely blue viscose... it's so up my street style wise. I saw Jayne from Loopy Mabel's Closet make this top first and loved it then..but you have confirmed it for me 😁👌. What about the Fringe top by Chalk and Notch for your dress in that beautiful floral viscose. I have loved Andrea's versions from Beyond the Pink Door and I think you would look lovely in this style...what do you think 👍. Enjoy your sewing Suzie 💖😁😘

[@Threadquarters]

Ahh thank you Sally! The florence top is a fun one to make, I definitely recommend it. Oh yes, Andrea's fringe dresses are all so lovely aren't they? Could be a good suggestion for one of my birthday dresses, thank you x

[@debsmadethis]

You could do the bhl Alix instead of magnolia for a similar vibe ? Or use your Botannica for your magnolia ...

[@Threadquarters]

Oh the Alix is a great shout, I had forgotten about it (SO many patterns out there these days!), thanks!

[@debsmadethis]

@@Threadquarters any time! Pattern recall superpower 💕😁

[@nettiefoo383]

Hii Suzie, beautiful coice of fabris as allways. Have you looked at the Live Notions patterns for your classes They are pdf only but have a huge rage of sizes iincluding cup sizes and always have plenty of options and fantastic insructins. I've never been disapointed.

[@Threadquarters]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@meredithbrown681]

Yes! The Harmony top could fit the bill!

[@itssewxtra1713]

I’m starting up a seeing schools on, mine is going to be primarily for kids, but if one or both parents want to learn, many seem to want to I’ll teach them too. Do you mind if I ask how you developed your curriculum? I gave some really good resources for teachers (sewing specific), and I have some. Ideas about starting out with good habits. I am really excited and happy to hear you are getting busy and now have a fabric shop. Would love to do that as well. Thanks for sharing!

[@Threadquarters]

Oh wonderful, congratulations! I think I just approach the development by working out what I would want to know, plus literally hands on...when they keep asking the same question, I know that that needs to be included. So just getting out there and gaining experience helps develop the curriculum!

[@user-fc3sx2cw5x]

Off topic Question; I bought some fabric and now I am trying to make a skirt for myself. It’s all going well but I want to add pockets to the 2 side seams of the skirt. So far I am thinking on either adding a *regular side pocket* or an *inseam side pocket* . I know how an inseam side pocket looks like but how does a regular side pocket look like? I am so confused, does it not even exist? As in is it just an inseam pocket that exists for side seams? Please help!

[@Threadquarters]

Hi Joode. Gosh, I have to admit I was a bit confused about your question. In terms of pockets that sit within or partially within the side seam, I know of the classic inseam pocket (which you don't see when looking straight at your skirt/garment) or side-front slanted pockets (similar to pockets you see on jeans, with a slanted front, so you see them when looking at the front of the garment). The easiest to add on to a pattern is definitely the classic inseam. You can take any pattern piece (or even draft your own around your hand) and add it to the side seam of your skirt. There are many tutorials on KZbin to show you how to then sew up your side seam to accommodate the pocket. I really hope that helps! Happy sewing xxx

[@TheOnlyJennySutton]

Spoon flower has a free denim skirt pattern - not sure about the size range.

[@Threadquarters]

Thanks for the suggestion! x

[@roselynscott9753]

I think McCalls #7974 would be really pretty.

[@loriar1027]

Isn’t it sad to have a milestone birthday during lockdown? I’m turning 60 in October and it’s going to be a stay at home celebration. I love your fabric choices and I wish I could wear the style of patterns you’re making but I need something that camouflages my - *ahem* - mature tummy and rather more generously sized derrière.😂😂 Your videos have inspired me to get back into making clothes after years of quilting though. Thank you!

[@Threadquarters]

Yes, it's pretty cr*p. But wishing you a very Happy Birthday for your 60th none the less. We will just have to make up for it when the lockdown is well and truly lifted instead won't we?!! lol.

[@sandraobrien8705]

The gathers are what put me off the Florence top. I just don't like sewing gathers, they never seen to work well whether I sew two rows of gathering stitches or sew with elastic. Sounds like such an easy thing to do but my gathers are still always odd lying and I get so frustrated with it. Shame as I love that top on you.

[@Threadquarters]

Yeah, gathers are a tricky one for sure. I'm sure you do, but make sure you have your gathered section facing up, that way you can make sure that they are staying evenly spaced while sewing. I often stop (needle down), rearrange my gathers, and then sew on....it's a slow process, but worth it! I also don't sweat the little pleats that might happen...but that's a personal thing! lol

[@jackiewilkinson8357]

I like your attitude to your class people and I wish you all the best. How about making the Deer and Doe dress in the botannica fabric then you wouldn’t be copying your friend! I think the Eloise dress can sometimes look like a dressing gown (just my opinion).

[@Threadquarters]

Yes that's definitely an option. And I know what you mean about the dressing gown vibe. x

[@jeng8186]

An Orchid midi!

[@Threadquarters]

Ooo nice suggestion!

[@jodieroundtree488]

You only turn 40 once... :D that's not true for lots of us! Hahahahaha

[@Threadquarters]

Hahahaha, your comment made me laugh. A LOT!!!

[@Transformfabrics]

Hilary top...👌