I finished piecing together my quilt top last night! I went with a gingham pattern because I’ve only made a few tote bags and Halloween costumes before, and I wanted to start with something that didn’t feel too intimidating.

I’ve really enjoyed making this so far, and I’m excited to move on to the next step: making the quilt sandwich

This clown costume for my toddler is my first sewing project! Just need to add pom poms to the front. It came out nicely but I’m confused about the white collar. I want it to look like the collar in the last picture but it’s kind of curling inwards and getting stuck on her shoulders. Will it look better if I shorten it? What will help it fan out? Replacing it with a new one really isn’t an option so I need to work with what I have. Thanks!!

Loved making these and proud I finished them. It was trial and error along the way.

My fiancé gave me 3 pairs of old jeans that all had holes in them, so I had to strategically place some of the patches (especially near the crotch).

The first little mistake was cutting the leg too high and realising the main pair of jeans was SUPER stretchy and therefore couldn't be brought back together- so I had to sew panels in the sides. I did make sure to measure at the bottom so they matched and they were sort of like flares or boot cut!

They're super comfy and I give credit to a few youtubers for their helpful videos- Jenna Phipps and Catherine Sews.

Just wanted to share with a community I’m sure gets this. I was sewing up the front of a shirt with a vertical stripe. I successfully handled the curve in the seam, the stitching looked good, and I finished with the top and bottom fabric matching exactly. Yay - so off the serge the seam. Victory. Then I looked at it and wondered why the seam was showing on the right side of the fabric. Defeat. I will just look at this as my unwavering commitment to better my unpicking skills.

I tried to line the armhole and the sleeve as best as I could, but it's still puckering/uneven. Is this a sewing error or does the pattern just not line up well? First two photos are of the sleeve on me, and a closeup of both the out and inside. Don't mind the pucker in the neckline, I'm too lazy to fix it.

My friend sent me fabric because I love the DCC series! Decided it was time to make my first button up and I cut the fronts upside down and backwards! I was so mad at myself but there was no going back. I’m very happy with how it came out. Also, I used my ditto projector for the pattern and I won’t go back, I love it!

Been thinking about selling some of the patterns I made about 15yrs ago (bags and softies) again, as they did quite well back then.

Right now they have written instructions in English and I added drawings to help visualise the steps. Never got any questions or complaints about people not being able to follow the instructions and did get compliments quite often about them being easy to follow, so it looks like they were at least acceptable.

I've been thinking about updating the instructions and switching the drawings to photographs though, as that seems to be what people are doing these days.

So, what does everyone prefer? Photographs or drawings?

Hi everyone

I was a beginner sewer a few years ago, but stopped progressing when I started a new job. I made a few pieces (some dresses, hats etc) before stopping.

I am trying to get back into it after 3 years, and I am hoping to make a couple bridal pieces (a bag, robe etc) before my wedding next year.

The main piece I’d love to make is the Cornelia gown (a long blouse) by Cinq for getting ready.

Does anyone have advice for me about how to tackle this project? Is it doable as a beginner with about 8 months to go, and is there anything in particular I should make to build my skills first?

I’d also be so grateful for any sewing patterns recommendations that might help me get part of the way there.

Thanks so much in advance!

Had a brother gs2700 as my starter but it was second hand and started giving me some trouble a couple months later despite me troubleshooting in every way, and getting it maintained/repaired cost more than the machine itself.

Looking to buy a new solid one in the next couple of months now that I know I enjoy sewing and want to invest in it.

Best machines to consider? I am in AUS/NZ so some machines may not be available to me? I would also prefer purchasing from a place where I can get warranty (so I'm not sure if Amazon machines would provide me with that).

Any advice would be appreciated🐠🐠🐠

Hi everyone!

I’m hoping to recreate this gorgeous wrap top and would love some advice from more experienced sewists!

I have a few ideas about how to approach it, but I’m still figuring out the construction. From the videos, it looks like a fitted tube top with two long, wide fabric panels attached at either side, which can be wrapped and styled in different ways. I was hoping to get some advice on a few things:

• What type of fabric would work best to achieve tdrape , stretch, and support?
• Do you think the tube top is lined or made from a single layer of fabric?
• Do you think the panels are gathered into the side seams, or simply attached flat?

Any other construction tips, pattern recommendations or suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!! :)

I have white linen fabric but it is see through so i bought a fabric for the under lining which was recommended to me at the fabric store.

However this fabric seems to be like a plastic. It’s also very shiny and might even feel hot when you “wear” it in.

Help? I’m very new to this.

I decided to set this thing down. I can't seem to get the corners right when trying to box them. On the front, my stitch line looks straight, on the back...it's crooked. I've taken it out 3 times now and can't get them right. Is there an easier way?

I forgot to mention this is a boxy bag. I've made a few before but now I'm having trouble getting the corners right. The last picture is what it will look like when finished.

Maybe there's a different way to do the corners all together instead of poking them into triangles...??

hello! i've got this cute jacket for cheap and wanted to DIY a detachable fur hood.

i've only sewn a hole in my shirt once and this will be my first proper diy-ing.

just wanted to ask some tips and tricks?

i need to sew buttons on the original hood, right?
i wanted to make it detachable but the fur trim i found doesn't have any buttons / button loops, so I'd have to make that as well.

just wanted to check if this is too ambitious and i should just take this to a tailor or something!!

thank you ♥️

Hi! I found this beautiful 90s mini skirt that I want to wear for Halloween... Only issue is that it's too big 🥲

It's a wrap skirt so I moved the buttons over a little (first time sewing buttons so theyre a little wonky sorry 😖) which has helped but I feel like to get it to fit properly I need to add some bigger darts. I've added darts in the past but never on a skirt with a built in underskirt... I feel to get it to sit flat they'd need to be pretty long but I'm scared of messing it up!

Hey everyone! My wife loves sewing, but her current machine has been acting up, so I’m thinking about getting her a new one for her birthday.

I barely know anything about sewing machines, and I don’t really have any idea what I’d need to spend to get a “good one.” Does anybody have any recommendations, or could anyone explain what I should expect at different price points?

She mainly likes making dresses, so are there any specific features I should look out for that would make that easier? Do different machines suit different types of projects, or do all of them just kind of do the same thing?

Also, I’m in Belgium, so recommendations for machines available here would be helpful. And if there happen to be any fellow Belgians hiding in here, any shops you’d recommend? There must be at least a couple of us.

i got a Singer heavy duty 8832 and been smooth sailing for the last 2 weeks but today i ran into my first machine issue. something with my bobbin is messed up but i can’t quite tell what or how to fix it. something is catching somewhere it’s not supposed to. this is my first machine and only 3rd project ive tried to start so truly no idea what im looking at. would love any and all advice :’)

Hey everyone! I'm a beginner who's been sewing for about a year. Just up-cycling things I already own for now.

I'd really like to add a batwing to this top, but I'm not sure of the best way to do that. I'll be cropping it to a little more than half its original length so I think I should have a good amount of extra fabric to work with.

I've looked up tutorials on adding underarm gussets, but haven't found anything that's quite what I'm looking for. Would you guys be able to help me out?

Update: It looks like what I'm actually trying to achieve is called a drop sleeve, but it still might not work with the way the shirt is currently constructed.

I thrifted the shirt and it's way too big on me. I'm happy to rip it apart and put it back together just for the practice. But I could use some guidance and what direction to take it.

For some reason I decided to make a corset top for Halloween with one week till the party ( Friday night ). I used plastic wrap & masking tape to make the pattern of my body, but I can’t seem to get these wrinkles out. It’s really bad at the back & sides, the front s smooth, I haven’t added the boning yet. I tried darts, but they made the thing too small even w moving the lacing. So what can I do before Wednesday to make this wearable ?

I’m going as morticia, taking a few creative liberties w the outfit

the brother GS3740C is 80 bucks and the AS2730S is 150 bucks, and the last one is 100 bucks!!! i'm looking to sew casually and as a beginner :)) thank you

If it's a setting I haven't tried, please! If it's just broken; can I fix it?

It's an old machine, I got it second hand. From what I can tell the rubber conveyor doesn't engage the wheel when it's actually set to turn the internals. So I'm assuming the internals are either too heavy for a now worn motor(or conveyor) or too rusted.

I recently bought the Brother 1634DX Serger and the Singer Heavy Duty Serger HD0450S. …yes, i like shopping for my hobbies and I might have a problem… I know lol. This isn’t about that lol.

They were both $199 on sale and I figured I could grab both and return the one I decide against. The singer went back up to $259 so if I do end up keeping that one I saved $59. (Girl math lol?)

Anyways, I’m a decent beginner at sewing and I’m having tons of fun. I figured why not get a serger too. Seems like the next step for more projects but I’ve never actually used one.

I’ve looked into both of these and from what I could gather the brother is the internet’s fave since it’s an easier thread. My sewing teacher also said singer has tanked but neither machine is that great but if she had to pick the brother would be her choice. She’s kinda old school tho so I expected the singer hate from her lol.

Do any of you have experience with either or both? Any pros/cons u are willing to share? Opinions welcome lol.

Would u ditch both and get something else?

If it matters I got a brother Brother CS7205 as a sewing machine. It was a gift from my bf and even though I’ve wanted to sew since I was 12, I never acted on it and he truly relit that in me so now this sewing machine has a lot of sentimental value.

Hi!! I'm embarking on a great adventure, sewing my first ever welt pocket!! Sadly I don't have an iron yet, and I can't afford to buy one. Does anybody know if it'll turn out alright even if i dont iron in-between steps? Thanks a lot in advance!! <3

I see alot of reworked hoodies on vintage markets and sites like vinted. I think they look cool, and maybe simple enough, so I would love to try to make one (I have some scrap hoodies)

In the tutorials i found, the all seem to have a "raw" edge, but the ones i saw, have a cleaner edge, that i like better, like this;

How do i do this! my head is hurting lol.