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Sue's Sewing and Happenings
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Monday, March 1, 2010
Jalie Scarf Top
Pattern Description: knit top with scarf collar that can be worn several ways: through a buckle; in a bow, through an opening in the center front. Sleeveless, 3/4 sleeve, short sleeve variations.
Pattern Sizing: 27 sizes included - enough to make your friends and family a scarf top
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? yes
Were the instructions easy to follow? These I think were the best jalie instructions so far. This top went together really quick and I "got it". The collar technique is very similar to the "burrito" technique I use for men's shirts yoke. Very nice finish!
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? At first I wasn't too into this pattern, the whole scarf thing I felt wasn't my thing, but it keeps getting made and looks good on everyone so I decided, I had to have one too. And I'm glad I did. The fit is nice, the style is versatile, and it sews up so quick and nice!
Fabric Used: I used a matte jersey. I wasn't sure about using this fabric because matte jersey can be heavy and i was afraid it would drag down the neckline. But, I had no use for this fabric, so what the heck. And yes, it's a bit heavy, and i think if I had to tie it in a bow, it would drag down the neck. But using a buckle, it's perfect!
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: no changes
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? yes. I made this sunday morning, wore it to a b'day party at noon, then, came home and made another out of a sweater knit. Now I have two and I see more in my future!
Conclusion: I think this may be my new favorite pattern. it is so easy, and versatile! 
Posted by sue
at 9:32 PM PST
Updated: Tuesday, March 2, 2010 9:12 AM PST
Teen Sew Camp
Saturday was our ASG (American Sewing Guild) Teen Sewing Camp in Santa Clarita. We had 18 girls. Some of the girls came because their mom insisted they know how to sew. They showed up with frowns and very unhappy, but I'm happy to say, they finished the day with big smiles and a nicely sewn item. Success! It is so much fun sharing my love of sewing with the younger generation! I feel if they get the sewing bug at a young age (as I did), it will become a lifelong skill and passion! The girls got to chose what to make from several items we presented: tote, beach bag, pillow, pillowcase, zipper pouch, pin cushion, stuffed "monster", apron. 
here's the group with their completed projects. And here's some photos of the day. 
Posted by sue
at 11:56 AM PST
Friday, February 26, 2010
Under Construction
I made a quilt about a year ago for my 6 year old nephew. He loves all types of construction and heavy equipment. If we drive by a construction site or any heavy equipment, he looks in awe. He can list each piece of machinery and heavy equipment at any site. Lately, his father takes him to the nearby debris basins that are being cleared after each rain and watches all the "workermen". I got an email a couple of days ago that my quilt is one of them featured at Embroidery Library, the site where I purchased the designs. Here's a link to the site http://www.emblibrary.com/el/elprojects/showcase_elp.aspx?page=sh_022510_a and
Posted by sue
at 11:10 AM PST
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Off The Clock
For the past 4 years, Caltech has an exhibit titled: "Off The Clock: Art on Your Own Time". Exhibited is all sorts of art done by the staff, faculty, and students at Caltech. Here's a link to a short slide show of this year's entries http://images.caltech.edu/slideshows/ArtonOwnTime/ I'm usually the only person entering a garment, and each year I think: Ah, I won't enter - but I then I do because I want to show that there are still people that sew and make garments. And there are a lot ! Our finished garments look so nice, you'd never know. [More fabric stores please] here's my entry for this year 
It's a dress and jacket that I did a while ago and never wore. I really have no place to wear it, but I do like it! If I still worked in "corporate" I'd wear it, with one of my Grandmother's brooches; but now, a good pair of jeans, comfortable shoes, and a nice top/tee/blouse, is all I need. Oh, and one of my Grandmother's brooches. Here are some other entries (quilts, mixed media, crochet, photography, watercolor, oil paintings, poetry, jewelry, and pottery) 
Posted by sue
at 3:31 PM PST
Updated: Thursday, February 25, 2010 9:50 AM PST
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