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Stitching & Crafting Room:  New Apron(and more) Sew-a-long...cont. from before  |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
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 Posted - Oct 08 2007 : 7:12:47 PM
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I have missed so much in two days!! Love the cat cube and the GORGEOUS aprons! What fun to see all of your creations.
Bev: You look awesome in your Ren Faire costume. Maybe next year you and I can get to one together. I promise to "suit up" in the appropriate attire. I am thinking full armor for me.
Denise: I am not kidding about Professional Bull Riding School! My son swears he will be going if the police thing doesn't happen this year. I can almost see it happening in my mind's eye. If there is a pirate school that is probably another option! |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
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Posted - Oct 08 2007 : 11:20:03 PM
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Bev, Your Ren outfit is just beautiful!
Stephanie
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
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Posted - Oct 08 2007 : 11:46:16 PM
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Bev-bummer that you didn't get to meet up with Jess.
yes, I remember that lovely fabric, girl, that is the coolest apron!!!!!!
That turned out just the best girl!!!!
Carl Sue
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 12:29:57 AM
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*grumble* My sewing machine needle broke as I was working on my apron! Silly thing! And gathering is uhm...Interesting. I would be MUCH further on my apron if I didn't have to worry about gathering. It makes me wonder if it wouldn't be faster to use elastic to do the gathering for me....
Anyone ever do that?
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora!
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
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Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 06:18:13 AM
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sure, you can do that too. Just pull the elastic gently while stitching it on.
Some sewing techniques (aka: gathering)are lessons in patience though.
At least it's taught me some patience, as I like to get things done as quickly as
possible and some things , sewingwise, just can't be hurried. LOL
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therusticcottage
True Blue Farmgirl
4439 Posts
Kay
Vancouver
WA
USA
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Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 07:02:41 AM
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I love gathers but hate to gather. I saw a tip once -- take a piece of embroidery floss and lay it on the fabric where you want the gather. Secure one end of the floss. Then make a wide zig zag over the floss with your sewing machine being careful not to catch the floss in the stitches. Then pull the floos to gather the fabric. I've not tried this but it sounds like a good idea.
http://therusticcottage.blogspot.com
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 07:48:27 AM
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Kay-
I will give that a try as I have to do gathers on the shoulders! Thanks!
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora!
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Nin
True Blue Farmgirl
106 Posts
Enjoyng life in the world of Peachy Hollow
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ktknits
True Blue Farmgirl
582 Posts
Kathy
Northwest Indiana
USA
582 Posts |
Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 09:37:01 AM
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Hey Brenda.... you know that McCalls redwork pattern you like that you posted on page 1 of this thread? I went to their website, and it is discontinued, but they still have some in stock and you can order it on the website. Maybe you know this already (I didn't go back to read all 36 pages :) But, I thought I'd let you know just in case you didn't have the pattern. I got mine today, and the apron pattern looks just perfect--I can hardly wait to try it!
.....and by the way..... where are Jess and Kathie? Are they off having fun somewhere? Are they off on vacation? Are they off on vacation having fun somewhere without us????!! hmmmmmmmmm....what to do with those girls??
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
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Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 11:02:36 AM
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Hey there Nin,
Welcome to the Forum! There's alot to read and always something to get involved in. See you around the neighborhood!
Stephanie
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.com
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.blogspot.com
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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Carrie W
Farmgirl Legend/Chapter Guru
437 Posts
Saratoga Springs
New York
USA
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Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 11:20:33 AM
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Been out of the loop for a while but so glad to log on to the site today and see the McCalls pattern for an apron (page 1 I think it was) which is JUST what I've been looking for! Also, visited Weston VT and the Vermont Country Store Monday last week and my tomboy, don't make me wear pink, daughter saw an apron in brown with pink polka dots and decided she wants one!!! So, I'm gonna get that pattern (Iguess someone found it on ebay??) and make us each an apron. Hey, if she'll do something girly, I won't stop her!!
I was quite tickled by an early Christmas gift from my husband last night--he found a treadle sewing machine (old Singer just like the one in the black and white photo in the early pages of this thread) and he couldn't wait to give it to me! It's lovely and soooooo cool! It has a cast iron base and has been used for sewing until just the last couple of years. So I need to clean it up some and oil the parts then I can teach myself how to sew on it. I've been using a simple Singer he bought me 18 years ago for our first Christmas and I love it. I hope the transition is easy. We hope to build a new home with solar power so I'm switching over to as many non-electric items as possible.
Anyone have ideas for non-electric blender options?? I know it's off the subject. You can email me at kerriberri67@yahoo.com
Thanks!!
Love the ideas and photos in the thread!!!
Carrie
www.totallykadeshfarm.blogspot.com
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
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Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 12:03:33 PM
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Sherl-lyn
I have a boy aiming at police work also- he hasn't quite gotten to Bull Riding school but it is probably on the list- he's only 26 and is on his 3rd career-with degrees! I've always said he wants to LEARN and DO everything and so far he is!!!While he's waiting on paperwork he mows grass and drives a LIMO! Isn't that funny!!!
My brother was a bull rider and several brother in laws were rodeo clowns and riders etc.
I'm not sure which is more dangerous- the police work or bull riding!!!  quote:
Originally posted by sewgirlie
I have missed so much in two days!! Love the cat cube and the GORGEOUS aprons! What fun to see all of your creations.
Bev: You look awesome in your Ren Faire costume. Maybe next year you and I can get to one together. I promise to "suit up" in the appropriate attire. I am thinking full armor for me.
Denise: I am not kidding about Professional Bull Riding School! My son swears he will be going if the police thing doesn't happen this year. I can almost see it happening in my mind's eye. If there is a pirate school that is probably another option!
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
Edited by - DeepsouthMamma on Oct 09 2007 12:04:39 PM |
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Bee Haven Maven
True Blue Farmgirl
1862 Posts
Beverly
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 12:24:38 PM
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Carrie M....congrats on that treadle.....you are now an official member of the treadle society.....there are quite a few of us here that own them (or several of them....it becomes addicting). It seems you can find them for a steal! Best that they are in the hands of someone who appreciates them!!!
Here is today's work...
 
 Visit our farm at: www.beehavenacres.blogspot.com
Aprons and other fun things for sale at: www.honeybeez.etsy.com |
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Cheryl
True Blue Farmgirl
919 Posts
Cheryl
Magalia
CA
USA
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Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 12:46:44 PM
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Hi Bonnie, Please email me your address so I can mail you the money for the apron!
Thanks, Cheryl
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
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countrynmore
True Blue Farmgirl
1975 Posts
Sharon
CA
USA
1975 Posts |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 1:32:25 PM
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oooooooooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh Bev...that is lovely on you!!! I will have to post a pic of mine. I will go work on that!
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Edited by - smoothiejuice on Oct 09 2007 1:41:44 PM |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 1:44:04 PM
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and all the kids wore costumes, too!..i figure not bad for one night of sewing
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Edited by - smoothiejuice on Oct 09 2007 1:44:36 PM |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 1:48:15 PM
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Wow Jess! Your kids are darlings!
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for typing, one hand to hold Nora!
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ktknits
True Blue Farmgirl
582 Posts
Kathy
Northwest Indiana
USA
582 Posts |
Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 1:48:44 PM
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Oh Jess, how cute!! No wonder you haven't been posting--you've been chained to your sewing machine!! You did a wonderful job, and they all look great!
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countrynmore
True Blue Farmgirl
1975 Posts
Sharon
CA
USA
1975 Posts |
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Bonne
True Blue Farmgirl
3003 Posts
Bonne
Littleton
CO
USA
3003 Posts |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 2:06:03 PM
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ha! thanks for the comps ladies! Yep i have the fairies..i think they may stay here on a permanent basis! I also played with meg and Maryjane yesterday in georgia, so i was traveling and not posting. Boy did we have a ball at Karin's!
oh and yes the red are so fun!! The blue knight is one too! |
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nashbabe
True Blue Farmgirl
687 Posts
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Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 3:00:27 PM
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Whoa Jess, you are amazing. I bow at your pumpitude...*L*
Crunchy crafty goodness and psychoses...;-)http://nashbabe.blogspot.com |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Oct 09 2007 : 3:07:18 PM
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| hheheheheheheheheheheheheheheheheee!! I loved doing these. I hated all those curtains and now i love them as clothes!!! |
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Stitching & Crafting Room: New Apron(and more) Sew-a-long...cont. from before |
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New Apron(and more) Sew-a-long...cont. from before
