Sewing with Babi

My daughter wanted to help with sewing yesterday. We’re away at the moment so I was trying to shorten my son’s new jeans by hand as no sewing machine and of course my 3yo wanted to help!

*concentration-face intensifies*

I put two of my hexagons from my EPP project together so she could sew around them. I thought we could turn it through, and have a cute lil’ hexi.

I drew a line for her to follow but she didn’t really get where to put the next stitch. So I ended up drawing little dots all the way around so she could see where to stitch next.

Angry sewing face 😬

She said I don’t like sewing about 2cm from the end and I finished it off. I thought it would keep her occupied while I shortened my son’s jeans but it ended up with me just helping her and abandoning the jeans for a bit 😂

Finished Hexi

What shall we make next and what should I do with “the world’s smallest quilt?” 😂 comments below haha!

Also check out some of my other EPP posts here.

New Sewing classes and Workshops at Calon Yarns!

New Sewing classes and Workshops at Calon Yarns!

Sewing Surgery!
Drop us a line if you have a problem and we can let you know when the next surgery is.

Are you stuck?…..Do you have a sewing project that you need a little help with?

Maybe you have a garment that needs altering or re-fitting or maybe you would like a hand with your hems…..you might even have a project that you would love to start, but need a little advice first…..

Why not come along to our drop in Sewing Surgery where our wonderfully talented tutor Sinfi will apply a cold compress to your brow and issue her prognosis! These ‘quick fix consultations’ are £5 and you will be given a plan to be able to finish that project that has been stuck in the bottom of the sewing basket for many months.

If you would prefer a longer one-2-one tutor session and would like to work through the project at the surgery, then why not book a table so you can have help on hand. These longer sessions range from £25 to £50 depending on the help needed.

So get in touch to let us know you’ll be popping along for some TLC…….with plenty of Tea!

Introduction to Machine Sewing – 6wk Course – £95
Every Monday 7:00 – 9:00pm, begins Mon 8th April – Mon 13th May 2013

These sessions will guide you from the basics of threading your machine, winding your bobbin and using the basic stitches on the machine all the way to creating seams, darts, piping, buttonholes, zips etc and you’ll put all these techniques into practise by designing and making your own bag/cushion cover/simple skirt…..it’s up to you!

If you want to get to grips with your machine, learn practical sewing skills and build your confidence, then this is the course for you! With small groups and practical help and advice at every stage, you’ll be the master of your machine in no time!

Cost – £95 (includes practise materials and refreshments, but not the fabric for your personal project)

Follow a Commercial Pattern – Machine Sewing
Every Tuesday 7:00- 9:00, begins Tuesday 9th April – Tue 14th May 2013

If you can use a sewing machine but would love to expand your skills and are keen to follow a commercial pattern, then this is the perfect course for you!

Bring along a pattern that you are keen to have a go at or we can help you with some pattern choices and over the 6 weeks you will learn how to cut your pattern to the size you require, how to adapt and adjust it to fit your size and shape, how to decipher all those confusing instructions and how to create a wonderful, bespoke and unique item of clothing…..your seamstress journey has just begun!

So why not join us a make a start on your Spring/Summer 2013 cllection!

Cost – £95

If you’re interested, please do get it touch with Calon Yarns www.calonyarns.co.uk