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abbasgurl
True Blue Farmgirl
1262 Posts
Rhonda
USA
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 Posted - Aug 24 2006 : 9:52:06 PM
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I haven't bought a clothing pattern in a loooong time! I nearly fainted today when I went to pick up a pattern for a Fall blazer. The price? 15.95! Luckily, JoAnne's has 40% off everyday on Simplicity brand patterns. I'm afraid I'm getting cheaper every day.
Rhonda
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daffodil dreamer
True Blue Farmgirl
805 Posts
Jayne
Hamilton
Victoria
Australia
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Posted - Aug 24 2006 : 10:08:48 PM
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I agree - I never buy new patterns unless there is some sort of special on. If I wait long enough, some patterns here are sold for buy 1, get 2 free (must be at the end of season). I buy a lot of patterns from the op shop (thrift store). They are normally only 15 or 20 cents and not even cut into yet. I guess people buy them and never get round to making them. I'm getting cheaper too - I think you must just become more aware of value.
Best wishes with the sewing,
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CFlohe
True Blue Farmgirl
169 Posts
Cheryl
Port Angeles
WA
USA
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Posted - Aug 24 2006 : 10:37:34 PM
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Not sure but I was thinking that JoAnne's has Simplicity Patterns on sale starting tomorrow, the 25th through Sunday for .99 or 1.99?
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
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Posted - Aug 25 2006 : 05:04:38 AM
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I remember the first pattern I bought in junior high cost my mom $1.50 and she thought THAT was expensive!!
I went to Hancock Fabrics last week and bought 10 McCall's patterns for .99 each. That's the kind of sale I long for!!!
Karin |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
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Posted - Aug 25 2006 : 05:48:52 AM
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I'm so glad that you said this, Rhonda, because I thought I was crazy! I went to buy a pattern for the flannel pants I made for my husband back in June and I was amazed at the prices. $11.95! I've been wondering how it's actually cost-effective for anyone to make their own clothes. As a knitter, I sure understand all of the good things about making your own stuff - the quality is much better than something from the Gap or Old Navy that was made in China! - but...handmade things can cost so much just for the supplies!
I just got my Mom's sewing box (she NEVER sews anymore) and was surprised to find old patterns in there marked $0.75. That's right - seventy-five cents! She was horrified when I told her what I paid recently... (You can buy a pair of flannel pants at Target for $7.99 almost any day and here I go making them for $20+ with pattern and fabric!!)
Catherine
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mommom
True Blue Farmgirl
854 Posts
Susan
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
USA
854 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2006 : 07:49:39 AM
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| It used to be cheaper to sew....but unless you hit a great sale, you're right, you can buy some things cheaper! I am going to JoAnn's today for material....I'll let you know how much I spent! I have a 50% off coupon for one cut of material. I think everyone will be getting the same patterned pillowcases this year for Christmas! XO |
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lcelmer
Farmgirl in Training
37 Posts
Lana
Woodburn
OR
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Posted - Aug 25 2006 : 07:58:50 AM
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I have a list of all the patterns I like, organized by compnay, and then when they go on sale for 1 or less.. I buy all of them... :-) You can see the simplicity patterns online at simplicity.com
Also, there are cheaper patterns out there... My local walmart has a whole section of $2 patterns... great for basics like pants, etc.
Lana C. :-)
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Bluewrenn
True Blue Farmgirl
1122 Posts
Erin
Texas
USA
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Posted - Aug 25 2006 : 09:59:07 AM
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YOu can often get free patterns by asking for them on trading groups or recycling groups like freecycle.
Shop the sales when they are $1.99 or less.
If looking for kids' patterns, offer to trade with someone whose kids have grown bigger...
Often you can find lots of patterns on ebay for next to nothing.
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abbasgurl
True Blue Farmgirl
1262 Posts
Rhonda
USA
1262 Posts |
Posted - Aug 25 2006 : 6:17:10 PM
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Well, glad I'm not the only one who thought pattern prices are crazy! I guess jumped the gun & bought the day before the sale! Thanks Cheryl! ;) LOL
Anyway...I saw a jacket I particularly liked, the style was a bit unusual, so I suppose I can live with it. I usually only sew things that would normally be too expensive to purchase, like a jacket or fancy dress. Otherwise, you ladies are right, you can do better at Target or Old Navy for basics!
Great info on where to get patterns for less, as usual ladies! Thanks for sharing!
Rhonda
...and I will sing at the top of my lungs, and I will dance, even if I'm the only one! |
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therusticcottage
True Blue Farmgirl
4439 Posts
Kay
Vancouver
WA
USA
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theoanne
True Blue Farmgirl
282 Posts
teddie
CARROLLTON
GA
282 Posts |
Posted - Aug 26 2006 : 6:09:51 PM
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I'm going to Jo-Anns. Thanks for reminding me about the sale. I too keep a running list of patterns I want and wait for the dollar sale.
Wal-Mart has simplicity and mcall's half off all the time too.
I have 3 days off from woek this week. Think I'll sew:)
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abbasgurl
True Blue Farmgirl
1262 Posts
Rhonda
USA
1262 Posts |
Posted - Aug 26 2006 : 11:13:29 PM
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Well girls, the nearest Jo-Ann's is a thirty minute drive for me. Probably cost me more in gas than it will save me! LOL
Good thing I only sew my own clothing ocassionally these days. You are all such smart, thrifty shoppers though! Way to go!
Rhonda
...and I will sing at the top of my lungs, and I will dance, even if I'm the only one! |
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brightmeadow
True Blue Farmgirl
2045 Posts
Brenda
Lucas
Ohio
USA
2045 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2006 : 10:57:49 AM
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I think you can order from Jo-Ann's online. Once you sign up you will get coupons in your email for free shipping or various specials that they constantly run. I believe the prices on the patterns are the same as at the store, so if they have the $1.99 pattern sale it should also be online.
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
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bramble
True Blue Farmgirl
2044 Posts
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Posted - Sep 13 2006 : 07:37:03 AM
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I hate to mention this but Simplicity, McCalls (and New Look?) patterns are 1/2price at WalMart ALL THE TIME! Not as good as thrift or a swap but when you want to make that jacket or whatever, atleast you've cut the pattern price in half. Leaves you a little more money to splurge on fabric somewhere else!
Ooops! Sorry Teddi---missed your post along the same lines, happy sewing!
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Edited by - bramble on Sep 13 2006 07:39:20 AM |
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sunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
4877 Posts
Wendy
Utah
USA
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