Vogue Sewing

Mark found this Vogue Sewing book for me at the second

hand book shop at Jimboomba.

I love reading through it.

Some of the photos are a bit dated, but the techniques are always useful.

Have you noticed that often patterns tell you to do something,

but don't actually tell you HOW to do it?

That's why you need a fantastic reference book like this.

( Or you come to class and I'll show you how of course)

The latest version is quite expensive, so keep your eyes out for old versions at second hand shops. I also have a McCalls and Simplicity version too.

The picture of the sewing machine features is quite basic, but those important features haven't really changed.

A few finished projects in June

 

Natalie made a starry diary cover featuring pintuck waves

Ellen finished her Weekender Bag this week

Juanita appliqued initials onto a library bag for her grandson

Sue is making the scalloped borders for her daughter's quilt

Learn to Sew Classes coming soon ...

Small Class size - maximum of 4 students

Friday evenings 6.30 - 9.00 (6 lessons)

Saturdays 9.00 - 1.30 (4 lessons)

 

This  course enables beginner or refresher students to start

reference samples & sew a pair of pyjamas featuring

a collared shirt and elastic waist boxer shorts. 

 

Students will also learn about the use and care of your machine, the importance of quality, needles, threads, fabric choices, selecting the correct pattern size, anatomy of patterns, and basic pattern adjustments.

 

 Techniques covered may include hems, seams, zips, gathering, buttons and buttonholes, corners and curves, basic stitches, collars,

pockets, sleeves, elastic casing, & patch pockets.

During class, students will also learn to use an overlocker for basic overcasting.

 

Students will need to bring their own sewing machine and supplies.

Details available upon registration.

Students must be able to attend all classes.

Due to the format of the course catchup classes can not be offered.

 

I am taking expressions of interest, before confirming start dates.

Minimum numbers are required for classes to proceed. 

Wendy@sewingwithwendy.com.au

 

Recent Classes

Sue is working on a SweetNSassy quilt for her daughter in shabby chic pretties

Ellen made a cupcake apron for her cousin's birthday

Juanita made 2 pair of shorts for her grandchildren in New York

Marg made a spidery vest for her son's stage performance

There's always variety in casual sewing classes

What would you like to sew?

Bags in class

Ellen's Roomy Denim Bag

Juanita's giant library bag

Ellen finished her Roomy Denim Bag today.

The lining fabric is just divine. She pattern matched the inside pocket

with the postcard on the print.

Juanita has finished another library bag, this time for her daughter.

She also added a giant zippered pocket on the outside because when

is a bag used for just one purpose?

Coin Purses

Last month's Bag Class - 90mm Coin Purses

Childrens Classes

 Natalie has made a stuffed toy for her baby neighbour

Georgia chose a vintage print fabric for an elastic waist

  skirt with contrasting pockets

Tahlia has just started learning to sew and has made an

 appliqued star cushion cover,

a lined pencil case, and has cut out a pair of boxer shorts.

Learn To Sew - Tuesday Evening classes starting soon

 

LEARN TO SEW

Tuesday evening class starting soon (6 x 3hrs)

This  course enables beginner or refresher students to start reference samples & sew a pair of pyjamas featuring  a collared shirt and elastic waist boxer shorts. Techniques covered may include hems, seams, zips, gathering, buttons and buttonholes, corners and curves, basic stitches, collars, pockets, sleeves, elastic casing, & patch pockets. Students will also learn about the use and care of your machine, the importance of quality, needles, threads, fabric choices, selecting the correct pattern size, anatomy of patterns, and basic pattern adjustments. During class students will also learn to use an overlocker for basic overcasting.

Students will need to bring their own sewing machine and supplies.

Details available upon registration.

Students must be able to attend all classes.

Due to the format of the course catchup classes can not be offered.

 

Happy New Yearand Welcome to 2014's Classes for Term 1

My first newsletter for 2014 is available at

http://mad.ly/edb164?pact=19612733242&fe=1

Check it out and register for classes by

email Wendy@sewingwithwendy.com.au

or

by phoning Wendy on 0402 309 047

Merry Christmas

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year.

Classes will probably start January 16, but I will send out and email and Calender in the new Year with all the details.

In the meantime, if you are interested in starting to Sew With Wendy, send me an email or join up to my mailing list through facebook.

Email Wendy@sewingwithwendy.com.au

Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sewing-With-Wendy/117067381703901

A few photos from the last month

I decided I needed a new apron for Christmas. I've had Kwik Sew 3787 for ages. So I rummaged through my stash and came up with green gingham and pale pink homespun. A subtle combination for Christmas, but also suitable for other occasions. I'm very pleased, it's so pretty.

Dance costumes - there was definitely lots of red, white and blue in the Studio during the final weeks of costume prep.  Surprisingly the sparkly blue was quite easy to sew and it didn't fray like we all expected. There was still glitter and sequins and sparkles to vacuum up after class though.

The BeauDance Academy end of year concert was very good. It was the story of a little girls birthday party, and while playing pin the wand on the fairy, the birthday girl was transported around the world of dance. She went to Asia, Africa, America, Europe, and the Arctic. Lots of variety. 

 Kate made a simple cool top for Summer from a lovely cotton

she picked up at a garage sale.

Rather than putting a button and loop at the back opening, we decided to stitch the flaps down and create visual interest instead.

Buttons could be used rather than simply stitching, but we decided the fabric was patterned enough without them.

  

Emma-Lisa made a few retro stuffed toys for the Darlington Markets.

She used vintage fabrics including a chenille bedspread. 

They were gorgeous.

Techniques

Applying binding

Strip piecing

Gathering

Unpicking

Teenage Classes

Boxer shorts

Hanging Pockets

Zippered Pencil Case
Pressing Hems

Found some lost photos

Today I spent a couple of hours trying to sort my digital photos.

They seem to be stored all over the place.

As a result, I found a couple of class pics from earlier in the year.

A Crazy Patch Santa Stocking.

Kate made some bunting and Emma-Lisa made some peasant style dresses to sell at the Darlington Markets.

This week in class ...

The girls chose bright colours to make their first sewing project.

 

Jan has made a special quilt for baby Summer

Embroidery in progress

Happy Birthday Georgia

Georgia was very lucky to receive an overlocker for her birthday.

She has not used one before in class, so I quickly designed a very easy cushion cover that she has sewn entirely on her new overlocker.

Well done Georgia - nothing to be scared of!

Bags

Anne made her satchel from wool blanket left over from my dressing gown.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ellen and Marg made beaded handbags in class.

Handbag created using fabric weaving techniques.

Boxer Shorts and Skirts in Children's Classes

Georgia

Maggie

Darcy

Maggie

Beaudesert Show 2012 - Adult Section

Ellen's toddlers dress (2nd prize) & overalls, Lelsey's jumpsuit

Nita's apron made form recycled fabric and trims - 1st Prize

Nita's denim casual bag with retro style trim - 2nd Prize

Lesley's turquoise woven cushion, Ellen's pink top, white & balck sundress (2nd prize), and retro skirt (1st prize)

Beaudesert Show 2012 - Children's Section

WOW! How talented are these kids.

Most of the items in this photo belong to my students.

Well done to all who entered, and Congratulations to

those of you who won prizes.

I am so proud of you all.

I passed Nita on Sunday morning and she said she had heard my voice in her head saying "there's no show without entries". So thankyou to all who entered their sewing this year,. It was a fabulous display of talent.

I made some notes ...

Machine Made Garment up to 12 years

1st - Esther's purple spot dress

2nd - Eliza's shorts and knit top

Hannah entered her pink shorts, and black/pink top

Brock entered his reversible vest

Machine Made Garment up to 16 years

1st - Jay's purple shirt

Casual Bag up to 16 years

1st - Harry's laptop satchel

Casual Bag up to 12 years

1st - Eliza's passport bag

Quilted Item

1st - Esther's Christmas Stocking 

Machine Made Article

1st - Eliza's fabric box

Most Successful AND Most Outstanding Junior - Esther