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Sewing Patterns
Asked by C.P. from Dallas
on October 8, 2007
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Hello all,
My sweet step mom is going to sew my two girls Christmas dresses this year. I have gone to several Walmarts to get a sewing pattern that i like for her ...
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- Hancock Fabric in Plano (Custer & Parker)had a big sale going on. 99 cent patterns. Might be over now that Columbus day is over. Hobby Lobby may have some. Joanne's...
- Just put Butterick, Simplicity, Vogue, McCall, or New Look into you search engine and you will find the websites for these pattern makers.
- Don't know where you're located, but the Walmart in Roanoke (on 114) has a fabric dept and they do have patterns. There is a JoAnns in Grapevine that is very nice too.
Sewing
Asked by E.M. from Phoenix
on February 6, 2012
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Is sewing something you can teach yourself or do you need to take a class? Also can anyone suggest a good starter sewing machine? I was thinking of buying one off cr...
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- My thought is that there are no warranties off Craigs list. With a new one, even an inexpensive one you can often take a few free classes. If a home ec teacher can ...
- I hope it's something I can teach myself, because I asked for a beginner's sewing machine for my birthday. I haven't sewn since 8th-grade home-ec classes, but it's a s...
- I taught myself years ago basically just making curtains, mending clothes, making bed spreads etc. You can teach yourself, just read up on it a little online or at the...
Sewing
Asked by K.K. from San Diego
on June 27, 2011
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can somebody really learn the basics of sewing by reading "sewing for dummies" I'm interested in sewing, i have the machine, but with my schedule so off and random i ...
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- I watched Youtube vids, and had 2 friends who can sew come over and show me the ropes (I needed 4 or 5 "tutoring sessions", but they weren't long). Reading the book he...
- I agree with Mommyof2 you're better off going with youtube.. there's SO much on there.. and it's free. I'm not the type of person to learn from just reading a book, i ...
- I never used that particular book, but yes you can learn to sew with good books with great pictures and descriptions. I loved the following: http://www.amazon.co...
Cheap and Easy Sewing Patterns?
Asked by A.C. from Atlanta
on March 17, 2012
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I am teaching myself to sew, and I would like to find some cheap and easy patterns to make something simple for my kids - maybe a pillowcase dress or something. I went...
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- Wait for a sale at Hobby Lobby. They have one or the other brand of patterns on sale each quarter. McCalls pattern's are on sale this week for $0.99. That is the m...
- i agree that googling tutorials is a great way to start. It's better than patterns because there are step by step picture to show you what to do. I started with ...
- I haven't used this website, but I've heard good things about it. http://www.sew-much-ado.com/ free tutorials and patterns.
Where to Find Sewing Patterns on the Internet?
Asked by J.W. from Tulsa
on December 6, 2009
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Hi ladies, i was woundering if any of you crafty moms out there know any good websites to download sewing paterns from? thank you in advance!
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- http://www.burdastyle.com/patterns i found this online hope it will help you. If not you can go to google an type in free downloadable sewing patterns an it will ...
- Try youcanmakethis.com The have really cute stuff that is supposed to be easy to make. I have purchased two patterns from them and they have easy guides too for mak...
- What kind are you looking for? for your son for adults or for household stuff?
Sewing Machine
Asked by J.M. from Dallas
on May 25, 2010
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I am looking for a sewing machine. I am new at sewing, so I want something inexpensive to make sure that this is something I enjoy doing. I plan on making dresses, c...
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- I am new to sewing and started with a Brother that I got from WalMart. It was OK, good to see if it is something that you enjoy. The biggest problem I had with it wa...
- I wouldn't buy a used machine because you don't know how it was cared for, etc. Secondly, if you are just learning, I would suggest a class. Personally, I do not...
- I would not buy one used, you do not know how it was cared for, if it was kept covered when not in use, and if it was cleaned and oiled regularly. These are all very ...
Good Beginner Sewing Machine
Asked by R.N. from Houston
on November 18, 2009
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Hi Moms! My daughter has been asking for a sewing machine for a couple of years. She spends quite a bit of time sketching people and fashions, and she does some hand...
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- Go to a good sewing shop and ask their advise.
- Rebecca, As a child my mother kept me busy sewing just two pieces of material together on her Singer pedal sewing machine. Took only 1/2 semester of sewing in high...
- What a great gift! I, too, have been sewing since I was around 14 and started sewing with my Mom's Brother sewing machine. I then bought a Sears Kenmore 35 years ago...
Sewing American Girl Clothes
Asked by B.D. from Pittsburgh
on March 13, 2012
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"Sew" anyone out there sew clothes for their daughter's American Girl doll? My daughter and I took a class and now I have been bitten by the sewing bug. The class wa...
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- A few more comments to add- If you go to Joann's or another fabric store and look at the pattern books, take note of how many pieces are required to make the garment. ...
- If you don't have a basic pattern for the doll, look for one that you can alter or add to so that you can make matching outfits. I suggest that they won't have to be ...
- It seems the major pattern companies all have patterns that fit the American Girl Dolls. Watch for sales and get some you can change up a bit with different trims and...
Sewing Machines/Learn to Sew for Idiots
Asked by V.W. from Jacksonville
on October 27, 2010
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Hi ladies. I am new to sewing. In fact, I haven't even started. When I was a kid I learned to do some basic crocheting (granny squares, chain stitches) and I've don...
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- If you have a notions store in your area (a place where they sell fabric, crafts, etc.), then there are probably women who hold sewing classes. Alternatively, your loc...
- I would try to take a beginner sewing class if you can find one. That's what I did and it gave me the confidence to make some things on my own. I just made a skirt f...
- My daughter got a sewing machine last year. We bought a Babylock ($400). It does a LOT. One reason we chose this model is because it is the model used in the scho...
Sewing Class in So. Suburbs?
Asked by N.H. from Chicago
on October 21, 2007
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Do you know where I can go to learn to use a sewing machine and fix the hem of my pants? I know some craft stores give lessons but I've called and its more for learni...
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- I would check your park district or local junior colleges. Taking a course at a local JoAnn's/etc might give you the basics that you need to hem pants and then move o...
- I was in the same situation and wanted to learn how to sew. I had received a sewing machine for my last birthday and that motivated me to find a class. I signed up for...
- My sister-in-law teaches private sewing lessons and she's great (not biased, at all). Her website is www.g-cas.net. Feel free to check her out. She also does sewing...
