Sunday, 13 April 2014

Still testing

I am still testing out sewing jersey and my little girls are happy to wear the experiments. This was a very flippy, silky jersey but the overlocker was great on the seams. Now I have to master the finishing techniques on my normal machine.Big Sis loves this skirt with a deep ribbing waistband which is a great way to knock up a comfy skirt quickly and Little M is in her custom fit leggings for teeny people!



They are on a treasure hunt in aid of funds for Little M's Pre-school and they were delighted with their chocolate egg prizes.
I saw my pre-school sewing friend for more tips. Louise makes great things with stretchy stuff. Check out her stretchy leggings at There she sews. Got some more jeresy bits and pieces cut out so I am still giving it a whirl. Jo xxxx
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12 comments:

  1. mamasmercantile13 April 2014 at 17:29

    I definitely have a case of sewing machine envy. The skirt and leggings look amazing.

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  2. Jennifer Hays13 April 2014 at 17:37

    A treasure hunt sounds like lots of fun. I'm sure you'll get the hang of the sewing very quickly. :)

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  3. Louise - There She Sews13 April 2014 at 18:18

    Awww thanks for the mention Jo :-) Let me know how you get on. If you're still stuck we can always pop round. Sometimes two heads are better than one. And I have Twitter power too!!
    I do love that fabric it drapes beautifully :-D

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  4. gilly13 April 2014 at 18:25

    Right, once you've mastered the sewing with stretchy fabric thing, can I have a lesson please? ;-)
    Xx

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  5. Unknown13 April 2014 at 18:37

    The skirt and the leggings look fabulous - I've not tried sewing with stretchy fabrics. looks like you've nailed it here. XX

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  6. Amy at love made my home13 April 2014 at 18:48

    Glad that you are having fun experimenting, it looks as though you are having good results so far! Keep going and happy egg hunting! xx

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  7. Penny13 April 2014 at 19:55

    Hi Jo
    Thanks so much for those great teaching tips, really appreciate them x looks like you are getting on well with sewing stretchy fabric, my mum is the sewing stretchy queen, she sews swimming costumes and ballet leotards all the time, also makes Alice the best leggings ever xox I am rather useless at it but might give it a go someday xxx

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  8. Sarah13 April 2014 at 20:26

    Thanks for sharing Louise's blog, I am going to check it out now. I am not brave enough to sew with stretchy fabric! The treasure hunt sounds very exciting, especially with chocolate treats at the end. :)

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  9. My Garden Diaries14 April 2014 at 03:14

    Such cuties there! And such a beautiful job you have done!!! Well done friend!!! A wonderful week to you! Nicole xoxo

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  10. Lazy Days & Sundays14 April 2014 at 13:08

    Good luck with the jersey I'm sure it will all work out for you.

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  11. Unknown14 April 2014 at 20:32

    Lovely Jo thank you for these tips, I am getting more into sewing for my little Peeps and trying to branch out from bags! Always a pleasure to come and see you Jo. Have a lovely week ahead, big hugs and loves
    Dorothy
    :-)xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  12. Gracie Saylor22 April 2014 at 20:27

    Thanks for sharing your latest sewing efforts, Jo! I can understand why the girls are enjoying wearing them. They look comfy and pretty, too :) xx

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