Hello Diane, thanks so much. I am going to get my Grandson to try his costume on tomorrow just in case, keep your fingers crossed for me! That part of Devon is just so beautiful, especially at this time of year. We were just so lucky with the weather. Hope your weekend is going well 😀
Amazing costume! You are so creative. Your grandson will love it! When I make costumes for my granddaughters I do not worry about perfection. And guess what? They have never complained or criticized a seam. As long as there is enough "poof" in the princess skirt and the costume isn't going to fall apart we are all happy. They wear their princess costumes until they can barely zip them up. I have two of the three Genie costumes finished (no princess dresses this year), only one more costume to go. I love the top you have on in the video, the colors look really nice on you. Thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures at the end.
Oh you did make me laugh in the comments about the skirts with the poof in it, sadly I don’t have any granddaughters to make lovely princess or genie dresses for. I would love the chance to make one some day. Thank you for the lovely comment on my top, that was one I made a couple of weeks ago and I’m really pleased with it. As you say my grandson as he is only five, will love the costume however it turns out as long as it’s red and it has a sword ha ha. Thanks again for watching and hope the weekend weather is kind to you 🍁🍂
You are going to love your cover stitch machine, it’s an absolute game changer. If you have the opportunity to purchase a clear foot do so, it makes meeting up with the starting stitches a breeze and gives a very professional finish. Have fun! 🌹
Hi Heidi, I have just set it up and done some test stitching. I think it is really going to be good for me and am quite excited! Thanks for the info on the clear foot, I will look into that. Have a lovely weekend!
Hi Carol, yes when the sun shines we do have a lovely country to enjoy! Ollie loved the costume thank goodness. What on earth will I have to make for next year 🤣.
Absolutely beautiful photos! ❤ Love all your sewing projects. You’re grandsons costume is going to be great. I’m sure he’ll love it. I loved making costumes for my children and grandsons. My favourite sewing projects to do. So much fun.
Hello there! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. It is fun making costumes again, I made some for my children when they were younger so I hadn't done it for years, its nice to be a bit creative every now and again isn't it 😁. Thanks so much for watching and have a nice weekend.🎃
Oh thank you Alecia. I'm never sure whether to share things like that or not which is why I put it at the end! We certainly were lucky with the weather. Thanks for watching. 😊
Thanks Jen, we were lucky with the weather oh gosh, if it had been this weekend 😩. We have dreadful weather here at the moment but on the plus side, I have all the excuses I need to sew 👏🏻🤗😘
Hello, Carole, thanks so much for sharing with us! Loved the footage at the end, that’s one of the great things about Friday Sews, that we get to peek into the non-sewing side of life a bit too, I love that! The costume is so amazing! You are definitely doing a much more detailed and difficult costume than any I’ve attempted yet. Hats off to you! Hope you have a wonderful rest of your weekend. Happy Sewing ❤~Tiffany
Hi Tiffany, hope your weekend is going well. I'm never sure whether to put stuff about life in or not but I LOVE it when others do, I so enjoyed watching your harvesting 🌾. Your costume is still the cutest ever! Trouble with me is I get carried away doing it but I imagine I have a little more time than you. Isn't it great how we are getting to know each other better as this Friday sews community grows 👏🏼😁🧵🪡
A new coverstitch machine!!! How exciting!!!! 🎉the costume is coming along soo cute. My Grandson would have killed for that! Thanks for the shout out and CONGRATULATIONS on your 1500 subscribers! This channel is moving fast!!!❤
I made my kids each one (they are in their 40s) I fill each day with a different coffee or tea for there one cup coffee maker. They look forward to seeing what's in each wrapped package. Enjoy your advent callender.
Hi Linda, I love the fact you made an advent calendar for your ‘children’ and what a marvellous idea with the teas and coffees 👏🏻. I am really looking forward to making it up and then finding little toys to go in each pocket. Thanks for taking the time to chat with me and have a great weekend 🤗
Hi Carole, LOVE the striped top you're wearing. Those colors look like they could be your "signature" colors, so flattering. I like your plan for your daughter's performance top, the fabric looks like it will do wonderfully. The Christmas panel is cute. Beautiful travel photos 😍 Have fun with your new machine!
Hi and thank you for the comment on my top. The striped one I was wearing was that cheap fabric I bought that I have ended up wearing all the time 🤣. It's funny how that happens sometimes isn't it. I'm excited to make that top for my daughter as although it looks a simple top to make it could look. effective and if it works it will be fun making more and mixing up the fabrics. I'm sure I am the only one that hasn't done a Christmas panel before but I can't wait to have a go 🎅🏼. My machine is all set up now and I tested it last night, a couple of silly errors but I got there in the end 🤣. Thanks as ever for watching 😊
Hi Babs and thank you. The costume is now completed and I am so excited for my Grandson to see it 👏. I started doing the hand embroidery but after 3 hours and only completing about a 1/3rd of the dragon I changed tack. I will show it on Friday as hard to explain! Thanks for watching and have a good weekend. 🌸
What beautiful photos, just gorgeous! I love that costume, he’s going to love it, I hope he gets the most candy! You are one busy lady, all those projects, and so professional. You are going to love that cover stitch machine, once you get the hang of it, your sewing will look even more professional! I altered a bridesmaid dress this week and used my cover stitch to do the hems , what a difference. I love the way it takes tee shirts from good to great. I make my little granddaughters tee shirts and they seem to last longer than before I had one. I had heard people say that there is a big learning curve for the cover stitch machine, but I did not have a problem learning to use it. You won’t have any problems, enjoy. Take care
Hi Sue, thanks for telling me about your successes with the cover stitch machine. I plan this weekend to crank out a basic tee shirt to practice on it, I’m sure as you say it will make a much better finish on jersey. My Grandson will love the costume mainly because it is red I’m sure, I’m just getting obsessed with it being just right unnecessarily 🤣. I love the fact you think I’m professional and then I hear you can alter a difficult thing like a bridesmaid dress?! I’m not sure I would have the nerve 😳😂. Enjoy your weekend and thanks for the chat 🤗
Hi and thank you! I have certainly put a few hours into it today but as you say, it will be worth it when I see his little face 😊. Enjoy the weekend 🍂☺️
Your grandsons outfit is great i do love making costumes you are very clever to get the red top done wow a coverstitch machine have fun playing with it
Thank you Robyn. I haven't made any costumes for a while so I'm really enjoying doing this one and I know he will be happy however it comes out, that's the beauty of him being 5 🤣. Hopefully planning to test out the machine today as the weather is awful outside 🍂🌧👏🏼😁. Have a super weekend 😊
You costume project is so interesting to watch! He is a fortunate you man to have a handmade Ninja costume. I look forward to seeing the end result. I have been designing in my mind a top with sheer sleeves, I am sure your top for your daughter to perform in will be spot on. She'll feel extra good since it feels nice.The pattern book is Hilarious! Congratulations on more TH-cam success!
Hi Kathy, I have spent hours on that costume this weekend and I'm sure he won't really notice or care as long as it is red and it comes with a sword! I have really enjoyed doing it but now want to go back to 'normal' things. Next on the list is that top for my daughter but it is so hard pinning her down to get her measurements! 😂I really do like having a pattern book I must admit and have always been envious of those that have, maybe I should ask for another for Christmas😉 Happy Weekend😊
Thanks Michelle 😁 I have now finished the costume and am quite excited to show him, I think really though he just wants a sword but we shall see! It was fun doing a costume again as the last one I did was some Lederhosen trousers for my husband 5 years ago...long story!! Enjoy your weekend and kisses to Hercules. x
That is one cool costume. For most of my life I have been an admirer of the visionary Walt Disney. Because of that, Mickey is my favorite character. I have quite a collection of both Walt and Mickey. I noticed the Mickey blanket on the couch. Who is the Disney fanatic in your household?
Thank you Susan, I can't believe you spotted the Disney Crochet blanket. There is quite a story behind that, I made it for No. 2 Grandson but just as I finished it spilt a cup of tea over it 😥. I tried to wash it but the colours ran so ended up starting from scratch again and made another, I have the original! We all love Disney and have many extremely happy memories of Disney holidays in years gone by, I'm afraid to admit though I don't like the recent changes they have made and the direction they are going in, I am not sure the wonderful Walt would approve! 😕 We have quite a few Mickeys etc around the house and we even named our dog Mickey! Thanks so much for watching and great spot!
Ooh I’m so excited Cindy, I have lots of spare time this weekend so I just want to crack on and make a basic t shirt that I can play with 👏🏻. I’m sure I will love it but I just need to buy loads more thread now 🤣. Enjoy the weekend 🧵👕
Hi Carole! How exciting that you took the plunge to get a Coverstitch. I’ve been wanting to purchase a Coverstitch myself, but It’s a bit confusing trying to decide which is worth getting. I was thinking of getting the air jet threading cover stitch, however, they are quite expensive. The least expensive one I’ve seen is a $500 manual threading Coverstitch. It would be delightful to see you record an unboxing or at least an introduction of the Coverstitch you purchased- just to get an idea of the brand and operation of your Coverstitch. Have a enjoyable run with the Coverstitch!
Hello there, I have literally just set it up and then read your comment! It is the starter Babylock Coverstitch machine, it does have an air threader but not as fancy as the others. I went to Adam from Adam Sews to ask for advice and he was really happy with this one. I am going to make just a basic tee this weekend so I can test it out properly. It's one of those machines that really isn't essential but I think it will make quite a difference. I will talk about it on Friday, I avoided that a bit as I didn't want to be seen as bragging! Thanks for watching x
That Ninjago! Wow wow wow! You need to give yourself a massive pat on the back for that! It’s incredible Carole! The knee patches are spot on. Good luck with the dragon, I’d rather you than me haha 😂 that would drive me nuts as I’d probably appliqué it and then I’d regret it lol have a fab weekend x
Thanks Adam, I love the fact that on camera you can’t zoom into see the dodgy bits 🤣. I’ve just remembered you said you hated appliqué in your recent video, you wouldn’t have been the person to ask for help then 🤣😂. Happy Weekend and don’t work too hard 😉☺️
Dragon?!?!? Wow, that is a tricky one, glad all I have to do is a Ninja 🤣. I don’t know where I would start on that one, I’m sure you at having g great fun thinking about how to achieve it, good luck 🤞🏻🤗. Happy weekend 🍁
I really hope so Annette but even if he isn't I am pleased with what I have done and I really enjoyed the challenge! Keep your fingers crossed for me 😊
Hi Sandra, I have just threaded up the machine and used it with success 👏. I am glad it isn't just me with the unmade top pattern, I think it could look really good I have just got to get the balance right on the chiffon. I am not sure how easy it will be to sew chiffon onto jersey either?! 😟 Hope your weekend is going well.
The footage at the end is stunning! I desperately want to go to England! That Ninjago costume is going to be pretty awesome - you are seriously talented!! Have fun with the Advent Calendar. Have a good weekend! 🇨🇦💞
Hi Izzy, please take a trip over the water to see me! Thanks for your lovely comments on the costume, I’m enjoying making it but I’m not talented at all 🤣. I’m going to enjoy that calendar I think, I’m sure you must have made one in the past? You sent some lovely things to Adam, you are so generous and he was completely right in all those lovely things he said about you 😊🤗. Happy weekend! 💕🇬🇧
Thank you. The costume is all done and most importantly it fits! Mind you, I would have insisted he wore it regardless 🤣. Not long till your favourite Holiday 👻🎃
Hi Carole! What's this about people criticizing what all some others in the group get sewn up during the week? Envy in the sewing room?? Not everyone has the same amount of free time to work at what they love -- like sewing. I'm doing good if I make it back to my sewing nook even maybe twice during the week. I don't have a job to go out to but I'm kept busy at home with other things. William has certain care needs; so does Ginger; and then I have my own needs, too. This all comes first before I can make it to my sewing nook. I know that I have commented on how much sewing a lot of you get done in a week's time but I'm not meaning it to be a criticism; I love hearing what all you guys do and it keeps me inspired. You all have such sewing knowledge and skill and talent and, yes, ENERGY!! Oh my gosh! I am really amazed that you got your red top finished in such a short time! I would've felt the pressure for sure and made a mistake. Fortunately, you had made up that pattern before but still... I'm sure that the concert was enjoyed by all! Your daughter's top will be very nice and the shiny spots on the sleeves should pick up the stage lights nicely. You know, Carolyn, you might just be on the threshold of a new little business venture -- costumes. You are doing such a wonderful job on the Ninja costume. You've still got over a week to finish it up but I would definitely be feeling the pressure to finish if it were me. Ok, I'll feel a little pressure for you! Now let's get cracking!! LOLOLOL... What beautiful views at the end of your video!! I couldn't have managed all the walking you did but I would've loved the views. Have a great week!
Hi Deb, my initial comment was about a TH-cam video that someone put up and Jen and the others were talking about it. It was criticising lots of sewing bloggers about them bragging about the amount they produce etc. Also just churning stuff out for the sake of it causing fast fashion. I wanted people to know that isn’t me, I sew what I need to sew and just love the fact I can share it with people now. I have very little time but I sew every evening as I just don’t like TV anymore and my hubby just watches rubbish 🤣. The red top was really speedy sewing I tell you, nasty cheap fabric but it did the job and looked good with black thank goodness. We really love that part of the South Coast and it’s a lovely classical English hotel with all the trimmings ☕️🫖. Sidmouth is just an unspoilt non tacky coastal town, there are very few about these days! I have spent hours on that costume today but mainly because I am overthinking it and trying to get it just right, the silly thing is all he cares about is that it is red 🤣. It’s looking good now so I can’t wait to surprise him with it. My daughter then said can you make another for the little one…no.. was my answer 🤣. Maybe next year! Lovely to chat to you and don’t worry I haven’t been offended by anyone other than the person making that video. She did make some good points but mainly she did it to get attention 🙄. Have a super weekend 😘🤗
I hear you loud and clear about watching TV these days. William likes for me to be in the family room with him while he watches TV. And he watches a lot of TV and a lot of shows/movies that I just don't care to watch. But he likes having me with him anyway. What's a person to do? By the way, I meant to ask earlier -- is the coverstitch machine you mentioned the same as our sergers?
Yes, I wish people would just appreciate what others are doing. I don't get to sew alot but I love seeing what others make be it 1 thing or 10 things. Its all about what we love 💖 sewing and creating for whatever the reason. Sharing isn't bragging its inspirational and believe me when someone mentions someone sure sews a lot it can hurt. I've had it happen to me to the point I quit sewing. We never want to hurt our sewing friends, this isn't a competition. So glad you got a coverstitch, I have one on my wish list 😄 keep up the great work!
I wonder if a Chinese business or restaurant logo or menu might not have a dragon emblem you could trace or photocopy as a pattern for the costume? If you did stitch in the ditch quilting, it should go quickly enough. Use a walking foot! 😉
Hi Norma, I did in fact manage to copy the dragon onto some paper then after spending 3 hours embroidering the top bit of the dragon I decided to change tack and copy the pattern on the actual Lego figure, hard to explain but I will show on Friday. I estimated it would take me another 7 hours to finish it so went with a quicker option ha ha. I am pleased with the result though. Thanks so much for the brilliant idea though 😊 Enjoy your weekend
Hello Carole The costume is looking great What about a cricket make dragon Does anyone you know have one? If not I would trace out a dragon on the felt and use a permanent marker and draw on the dragon details Just cutout the outside outline and sew it on around the edges I think rather than make several small pieces that need to be sewn on does that make sense I am sure that you will do a wonderful job and children are easily pleased it definitely does need to be perfect The McCall's pattern for the poncho is a good one I made one which my daughter snitched so I have just made a second one Just wanted to let you know that it is a very oversized poncho so you may want to down size Looking forward to seeing however it all works out Happy sewing
Hi Joanne, thanks for the ideas on the dragon, I do have a friend with a cricut but sadly she is on holiday for two weeks! I’ve made a start anyway and have a plan to make it not as onerous. As you say, he is only 5 so he will be happy with anything 🤣. Thanks so much for the info on the poncho, I will need to make the smallest size then I think. Still waiting for the pattern! Stealing something I make sounds like my daughter as well, glad you had the chance and time to make another. Thanks again for all the ideas and have a nice weekend 😊
You’ve done so well with your creations. I’m sure your grandson is going to love his ninja outfit. Beautiful photos of your trip as well.
Hello Diane, thanks so much. I am going to get my Grandson to try his costume on tomorrow just in case, keep your fingers crossed for me! That part of Devon is just so beautiful, especially at this time of year. We were just so lucky with the weather. Hope your weekend is going well 😀
Amazing costume! You are so creative. Your grandson will love it! When I make costumes for my granddaughters I do not worry about perfection. And guess what? They have never complained or criticized a seam. As long as there is enough "poof" in the princess skirt and the costume isn't going to fall apart we are all happy. They wear their princess costumes until they can barely zip them up. I have two of the three Genie costumes finished (no princess dresses this year), only one more costume to go. I love the top you have on in the video, the colors look really nice on you. Thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures at the end.
Oh you did make me laugh in the comments about the skirts with the poof in it, sadly I don’t have any granddaughters to make lovely princess or genie dresses for. I would love the chance to make one some day. Thank you for the lovely comment on my top, that was one I made a couple of weeks ago and I’m really pleased with it. As you say my grandson as he is only five, will love the costume however it turns out as long as it’s red and it has a sword ha ha.
Thanks again for watching and hope the weekend weather is kind to you 🍁🍂
You are going to love your cover stitch machine, it’s an absolute game changer. If you have the opportunity to purchase a clear foot do so, it makes meeting up with the starting stitches a breeze and gives a very professional finish. Have fun! 🌹
Hi Heidi, I have just set it up and done some test stitching. I think it is really going to be good for me and am quite excited! Thanks for the info on the clear foot, I will look into that. Have a lovely weekend!
Beautiful country! Thanks for sharing. Your grandson will love the Ninja costume.
Hi Carol, yes when the sun shines we do have a lovely country to enjoy! Ollie loved the costume thank goodness. What on earth will I have to make for next year 🤣.
Lovely scenery! Great photos. Nice sewing. Thanks for posting.
Thank you Mary, that part of the country is just so pretty and we had the perfect weather for our trip. Thanks so much for watching 😊
Absolutely beautiful photos! ❤ Love all your sewing projects. You’re grandsons costume is going to be great. I’m sure he’ll love it. I loved making costumes for my children and grandsons. My favourite sewing projects to do. So much fun.
Hello there! Thank you so much for your lovely comment. It is fun making costumes again, I made some for my children when they were younger so I hadn't done it for years, its nice to be a bit creative every now and again isn't it 😁. Thanks so much for watching and have a nice weekend.🎃
I was captivated by your vacation photos! Thank you for sharing!
Oh thank you Alecia. I'm never sure whether to share things like that or not which is why I put it at the end! We certainly were lucky with the weather. Thanks for watching. 😊
So beautiful - what a view!
Thanks Jen, we were lucky with the weather oh gosh, if it had been this weekend 😩. We have dreadful weather here at the moment but on the plus side, I have all the excuses I need to sew 👏🏻🤗😘
Hello, Carole, thanks so much for sharing with us! Loved the footage at the end, that’s one of the great things about Friday Sews, that we get to peek into the non-sewing side of life a bit too, I love that! The costume is so amazing! You are definitely doing a much more detailed and difficult costume than any I’ve attempted yet. Hats off to you! Hope you have a wonderful rest of your weekend. Happy Sewing ❤~Tiffany
Hi Tiffany, hope your weekend is going well. I'm never sure whether to put stuff about life in or not but I LOVE it when others do, I so enjoyed watching your harvesting 🌾. Your costume is still the cutest ever! Trouble with me is I get carried away doing it but I imagine I have a little more time than you. Isn't it great how we are getting to know each other better as this Friday sews community grows 👏🏼😁🧵🪡
A new coverstitch machine!!! How exciting!!!! 🎉the costume is coming along soo cute. My Grandson would have killed for that! Thanks for the shout out and CONGRATULATIONS on your 1500 subscribers! This channel is moving fast!!!❤
I made my kids each one (they are in their 40s) I fill each day with a different coffee or tea for there one cup coffee maker. They look forward to seeing what's in each wrapped package. Enjoy your advent callender.
Hi Linda, I love the fact you made an advent calendar for your ‘children’ and what a marvellous idea with the teas and coffees 👏🏻. I am really looking forward to making it up and then finding little toys to go in each pocket. Thanks for taking the time to chat with me and have a great weekend 🤗
Hi Carole, LOVE the striped top you're wearing. Those colors look like they could be your "signature" colors, so flattering. I like your plan for your daughter's performance top, the fabric looks like it will do wonderfully. The Christmas panel is cute. Beautiful travel photos 😍 Have fun with your new machine!
Hi and thank you for the comment on my top. The striped one I was wearing was that cheap fabric I bought that I have ended up wearing all the time 🤣. It's funny how that happens sometimes isn't it. I'm excited to make that top for my daughter as although it looks a simple top to make it could look. effective and if it works it will be fun making more and mixing up the fabrics. I'm sure I am the only one that hasn't done a Christmas panel before but I can't wait to have a go 🎅🏼. My machine is all set up now and I tested it last night, a couple of silly errors but I got there in the end 🤣. Thanks as ever for watching 😊
Oh well done girl those ninja trousers are blooming brill and the top is coming along nicely. I think the hand embroidery would be really good.
Hi Babs and thank you. The costume is now completed and I am so excited for my Grandson to see it 👏. I started doing the hand embroidery but after 3 hours and only completing about a 1/3rd of the dragon I changed tack. I will show it on Friday as hard to explain! Thanks for watching and have a good weekend. 🌸
What beautiful photos, just gorgeous! I love that costume, he’s going to love it, I hope he gets the most candy! You are one busy lady, all those projects, and so professional. You are going to love that cover stitch machine, once you get the hang of it, your sewing will look even more professional! I altered a bridesmaid dress this week and used my cover stitch to do the hems , what a difference. I love the way it takes tee shirts from good to great. I make my little granddaughters tee shirts and they seem to last longer than before I had one.
I had heard people say that there is a big learning curve for the cover stitch machine, but I did not have a problem learning to use it. You won’t have any problems, enjoy. Take care
Hi Sue, thanks for telling me about your successes with the cover stitch machine. I plan this weekend to crank out a basic tee shirt to practice on it, I’m sure as you say it will make a much better finish on jersey. My Grandson will love the costume mainly because it is red I’m sure, I’m just getting obsessed with it being just right unnecessarily 🤣. I love the fact you think I’m professional and then I hear you can alter a difficult thing like a bridesmaid dress?! I’m not sure I would have the nerve 😳😂. Enjoy your weekend and thanks for the chat 🤗
Well done carol .the ninja go costume is a labour of love
Hi and thank you! I have certainly put a few hours into it today but as you say, it will be worth it when I see his little face 😊. Enjoy the weekend 🍂☺️
Your grandsons outfit is great i do love making costumes you are very clever to get the red top done wow a coverstitch machine have fun playing with it
Thank you Robyn. I haven't made any costumes for a while so I'm really enjoying doing this one and I know he will be happy however it comes out, that's the beauty of him being 5 🤣. Hopefully planning to test out the machine today as the weather is awful outside 🍂🌧👏🏼😁. Have a super weekend 😊
You costume project is so interesting to watch! He is a fortunate you man to have a handmade Ninja costume. I look forward to seeing the end result. I have been designing in my mind a top with sheer sleeves, I am sure your top for your daughter to perform in will be spot on. She'll feel extra good since it feels nice.The pattern book is Hilarious! Congratulations on more TH-cam success!
Hi Kathy, I have spent hours on that costume this weekend and I'm sure he won't really notice or care as long as it is red and it comes with a sword! I have really enjoyed doing it but now want to go back to 'normal' things. Next on the list is that top for my daughter but it is so hard pinning her down to get her measurements! 😂I really do like having a pattern book I must admit and have always been envious of those that have, maybe I should ask for another for Christmas😉 Happy Weekend😊
Love the Lutterloh pants - those are super cute! 🧵Wow - your grandson's costume is coming out so fab so far! 🧵 Your trip looked fantastic!!!
Thanks Michelle 😁 I have now finished the costume and am quite excited to show him, I think really though he just wants a sword but we shall see! It was fun doing a costume again as the last one I did was some Lederhosen trousers for my husband 5 years ago...long story!! Enjoy your weekend and kisses to Hercules. x
That is one cool costume. For most of my life I have been an admirer of the visionary Walt Disney. Because of that, Mickey is my favorite character. I have quite a collection of both Walt and Mickey. I noticed the Mickey blanket on the couch. Who is the Disney fanatic in your household?
Thank you Susan, I can't believe you spotted the Disney Crochet blanket. There is quite a story behind that, I made it for No. 2 Grandson but just as I finished it spilt a cup of tea over it 😥. I tried to wash it but the colours ran so ended up starting from scratch again and made another, I have the original! We all love Disney and have many extremely happy memories of Disney holidays in years gone by, I'm afraid to admit though I don't like the recent changes they have made and the direction they are going in, I am not sure the wonderful Walt would approve! 😕 We have quite a few Mickeys etc around the house and we even named our dog Mickey! Thanks so much for watching and great spot!
I think you’ll love your coverstitch machine. I invested in one last year. A gift to me. Love it, it’s the right tool for the job.
Ooh I’m so excited Cindy, I have lots of spare time this weekend so I just want to crack on and make a basic t shirt that I can play with 👏🏻. I’m sure I will love it but I just need to buy loads more thread now 🤣. Enjoy the weekend 🧵👕
Hi Carole!
How exciting that you took the plunge to get a Coverstitch. I’ve been wanting to purchase a Coverstitch myself, but It’s a bit confusing trying to decide which is worth getting. I was thinking of getting the air jet threading cover stitch, however, they are quite expensive. The least expensive one I’ve seen is a $500 manual threading Coverstitch. It would be delightful to see you record an unboxing or at least an introduction of the Coverstitch you purchased- just to get an idea of the brand and operation of your Coverstitch.
Have a enjoyable run with the Coverstitch!
Hello there, I have literally just set it up and then read your comment! It is the starter Babylock Coverstitch machine, it does have an air threader but not as fancy as the others. I went to Adam from Adam Sews to ask for advice and he was really happy with this one. I am going to make just a basic tee this weekend so I can test it out properly. It's one of those machines that really isn't essential but I think it will make quite a difference. I will talk about it on Friday, I avoided that a bit as I didn't want to be seen as bragging! Thanks for watching x
That Ninjago! Wow wow wow! You need to give yourself a massive pat on the back for that! It’s incredible Carole! The knee patches are spot on. Good luck with the dragon, I’d rather you than me haha 😂 that would drive me nuts as I’d probably appliqué it and then I’d regret it lol have a fab weekend x
Thanks Adam, I love the fact that on camera you can’t zoom into see the dodgy bits 🤣. I’ve just remembered you said you hated appliqué in your recent video, you wouldn’t have been the person to ask for help then 🤣😂. Happy Weekend and don’t work too hard 😉☺️
Great video.
My daughter wants to be a dragon for Halloween so we are slowly working on it.
Your grandson will be very happy
Dragon?!?!? Wow, that is a tricky one, glad all I have to do is a Ninja 🤣. I don’t know where I would start on that one, I’m sure you at having g great fun thinking about how to achieve it, good luck 🤞🏻🤗. Happy weekend 🍁
Your grandson will be ecstatic with his costume Carole, it looks amazing.
I really hope so Annette but even if he isn't I am pleased with what I have done and I really enjoyed the challenge! Keep your fingers crossed for me 😊
That’s exciting to have a coverstitch machine 👍 I have that pattern for the top and again haven’t made it so look forward to seeing yours 👍
Hi Sandra, I have just threaded up the machine and used it with success 👏. I am glad it isn't just me with the unmade top pattern, I think it could look really good I have just got to get the balance right on the chiffon. I am not sure how easy it will be to sew chiffon onto jersey either?! 😟 Hope your weekend is going well.
The footage at the end is stunning! I desperately want to go to England! That Ninjago costume is going to be pretty awesome - you are seriously talented!! Have fun with the Advent Calendar. Have a good weekend! 🇨🇦💞
Hi Izzy, please take a trip over the water to see me! Thanks for your lovely comments on the costume, I’m enjoying making it but I’m not talented at all 🤣. I’m going to enjoy that calendar I think, I’m sure you must have made one in the past? You sent some lovely things to Adam, you are so generous and he was completely right in all those lovely things he said about you 😊🤗. Happy weekend! 💕🇬🇧
Fun video! The costume is coming along great and I like hearing your thought process on this
Thank you. The costume is all done and most importantly it fits! Mind you, I would have insisted he wore it regardless 🤣. Not long till your favourite Holiday 👻🎃
Hi Carol, I found your channel through sew Adam.
Oh hello there! Thank you so much for finding me and also to the amazing Adam. Isn't he just to talented and humble?
Hi Carole! What's this about people criticizing what all some others in the group get sewn up during the week? Envy in the sewing room?? Not everyone has the same amount of free time to work at what they love -- like sewing. I'm doing good if I make it back to my sewing nook even maybe twice during the week. I don't have a job to go out to but I'm kept busy at home with other things. William has certain care needs; so does Ginger; and then I have my own needs, too. This all comes first before I can make it to my sewing nook. I know that I have commented on how much sewing a lot of you get done in a week's time but I'm not meaning it to be a criticism; I love hearing what all you guys do and it keeps me inspired. You all have such sewing knowledge and skill and talent and, yes, ENERGY!! Oh my gosh! I am really amazed that you got your red top finished in such a short time! I would've felt the pressure for sure and made a mistake. Fortunately, you had made up that pattern before but still... I'm sure that the concert was enjoyed by all! Your daughter's top will be very nice and the shiny spots on the sleeves should pick up the stage lights nicely. You know, Carolyn, you might just be on the threshold of a new little business venture -- costumes. You are doing such a wonderful job on the Ninja costume. You've still got over a week to finish it up but I would definitely be feeling the pressure to finish if it were me. Ok, I'll feel a little pressure for you! Now let's get cracking!! LOLOLOL...
What beautiful views at the end of your video!! I couldn't have managed all the walking you did but I would've loved the views.
Have a great week!
Hi Deb, my initial comment was about a TH-cam video that someone put up and Jen and the others were talking about it. It was criticising lots of sewing bloggers about them bragging about the amount they produce etc. Also just churning stuff out for the sake of it causing fast fashion. I wanted people to know that isn’t me, I sew what I need to sew and just love the fact I can share it with people now. I have very little time but I sew every evening as I just don’t like TV anymore and my hubby just watches rubbish 🤣. The red top was really speedy sewing I tell you, nasty cheap fabric but it did the job and looked good with black thank goodness. We really love that part of the South Coast and it’s a lovely classical English hotel with all the trimmings ☕️🫖. Sidmouth is just an unspoilt non tacky coastal town, there are very few about these days! I have spent hours on that costume today but mainly because I am overthinking it and trying to get it just right, the silly thing is all he cares about is that it is red 🤣. It’s looking good now so I can’t wait to surprise him with it. My daughter then said can you make another for the little one…no.. was my answer 🤣. Maybe next year! Lovely to chat to you and don’t worry I haven’t been offended by anyone other than the person making that video. She did make some good points but mainly she did it to get attention 🙄. Have a super weekend 😘🤗
I hear you loud and clear about watching TV these days. William likes for me to be in the family room with him while he watches TV. And he watches a lot of TV and a lot of shows/movies that I just don't care to watch. But he likes having me with him anyway. What's a person to do?
By the way, I meant to ask earlier -- is the coverstitch machine you mentioned the same as our sergers?
Yes, I wish people would just appreciate what others are doing. I don't get to sew alot but I love seeing what others make be it 1 thing or 10 things. Its all about what we love 💖 sewing and creating for whatever the reason. Sharing isn't bragging its inspirational and believe me when someone mentions someone sure sews a lot it can hurt. I've had it happen to me to the point I quit sewing. We never want to hurt our sewing friends, this isn't a competition.
So glad you got a coverstitch, I have one on my wish list 😄 keep up the great work!
I wonder if a Chinese business or restaurant logo or menu might not have a dragon emblem you could trace or photocopy as a pattern for the costume? If you did stitch in the ditch quilting, it should go quickly enough. Use a walking foot! 😉
Hi Norma, I did in fact manage to copy the dragon onto some paper then after spending 3 hours embroidering the top bit of the dragon I decided to change tack and copy the pattern on the actual Lego figure, hard to explain but I will show on Friday. I estimated it would take me another 7 hours to finish it so went with a quicker option ha ha. I am pleased with the result though. Thanks so much for the brilliant idea though 😊 Enjoy your weekend
Hello Carole
The costume is looking great
What about a cricket make dragon
Does anyone you know have one?
If not I would trace out a dragon on the felt and use a permanent marker and draw on the dragon details
Just cutout the outside outline and sew it on around the edges
I think rather than make several small pieces that need to be sewn on does that make sense
I am sure that you will do a wonderful job and children are easily pleased it definitely does need to be perfect
The McCall's pattern for the poncho is a good one
I made one which my daughter snitched so I have just made a second one
Just wanted to let you know that it is a very oversized poncho so you may want to down size
Looking forward to seeing however it all works out
Happy sewing
Hi Joanne, thanks for the ideas on the dragon, I do have a friend with a cricut but sadly she is on holiday for two weeks! I’ve made a start anyway and have a plan to make it not as onerous. As you say, he is only 5 so he will be happy with anything 🤣. Thanks so much for the info on the poncho, I will need to make the smallest size then I think. Still waiting for the pattern! Stealing something I make sounds like my daughter as well, glad you had the chance and time to make another. Thanks again for all the ideas and have a nice weekend 😊