General chat thread for BB girls who like sewing

[Pandora]

ooh sounds good

[Shanti]

Yay Pandora!

[lindsaymaree]

Sounds Good! I'm in the process of learning now, so no doubt i'll be hounding everyone for tips and help very soon!

[Pandora]

I need to learn to hand sew i can only machine sew.

[Laranna]

Good idea Shanti! I'm about to start on a pair of winter PJ's for DS. This will be my first proper sewing project following a pattern other than blankets! LOL...I want to learn how to make my own patterns as I have discovered I LOVE sketching ideas for things. But this is getting way ahead of myself as a novice sewer

[Shanti]

I knew this thread would gather interest pretty quick!! I knew I wasn't the only one who loves sewing!

I am also a 'novice' sewer and besides sewing in highschool, I have only just started it again the last year but on and off.... like I'll do it for a few weeks then have a break etc.
But at the moment I'm completely inspired with new projects and ideas and can't stop visiting fabric stores!!

I recently bought some gorgeous fabric from Spotlight on sale and a few other bits and pieces and I'm going to make DD another skirt and some pants also again.
I recently made some pants and a matching singlet for DD and a skirt that I did today while she was asleep!!! So easy! It was made out of a Bandana and another piece of fabric!

I have found websites that give tutorials about using up old tshirts and fabrics no longer required and using them to make clothes with.... basically recycling and it's so fun!!!!!

I am looking to make a pillow case cover for DD's bed next also..... a few projects in store! I look forward to being able to share ideas and info etc with others and help each other get inspired!!

[Laranna]

I was at Spotlight today! LOL. I was given $150 worth of Spotlight gift cards for my birthday a couple weeks ago, so I have been buying fabric and a few patterns. I got some polar fleece for some baby blankets and this gorgeous flannel fabric for DS's pyjamas that I"m about to make. It has fire engines and ambulances on it - so cute. Today, I found this gorgeous cotton fabric it's a light blue with flower patterns on it in pink/white/blue. Was thinking of a baby girls blanky with the fleece or making myself an apron.

That recycling thing sounds good Shanti. Can you PM the link?

I have borrowed some great sewing books from the library too. My project list is piling up lol

[Shanti]

That recycling thing sounds good Shanti. Can you PM the link?

I have borrowed some great sewing books from the library too. My project list is piling up lol

Yep sure thing!

ooooh I was at the library today returning books but didn't think to look at the sewing books! Great idea! I might jump online to our local library catalogue and check out what they have! its so handy ... rather than buying a book.

haha i know what you mean about the list piling up!! its endless hey. isnt it addictive?

It's so special making clothes that are 'unique'.

[Nelle]

How about I take the question mark off the title, and we'll see how we go? If this proves to be popular and we get a few threads happening then maybe we'll sticky it.

I sewed a canvas drawstring bag the other day. For the Duplo. Almost burst from pride! I failed textiles at school, so I haven't the first idea about sewing, pinning, hems....

Don't forget we can post links like to helpful blogs with tutorials and the like - AS LONG as they're not commercial, or another forum or any other of that guideline-breaky stuff. xo

[yummymummy]

this thread looks great, can't wait to read other people's tips and ideas as well as seeing people's creations!!

ps. i borrowed some awesome softies books from brisbane library with patterns in it too. definently worthwhile checking out the library for ideas! and in northern rivers now ren you can place an order for a book you want them to buy and they will order it in so that it can be borrowed, i asked about this at my local library!!

[HotI]

... and this gorgeous flannel fabric for DS's pyjamas that I"m about to make. It has fire engines and ambulances on it - so cute.

I bought some of this material too! I just hemmed it for a baby's wrap. (DH and i are both volunteer firefighters) I love it.

[Arcadia]

Oh, oh, I'm in! Yay!

I made DD the most gorgous backpack last week! I will upload a photo. Let me know if you want the pattern! I used left over PUL from when I usd to make nappies (i.e. when I was pregnant lol)

I'm a serious sewer, mainly bags, but also clothes for me. I am a novice quilter and moderate knitter. Self taught (and tutored by mum) but eager to know more.

ETA: here is the link to my photos: Arcadia's photos