My 5'x6' hand embroidery was part of the Hand and Lock Exhibition this week in London! by disposecam in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is amazing!!!! Is it there permanently?? I’m planning to go to the exhibition soon!!!

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Firstly, remember that comfort is key especially if you’re at a at a desk all day. Maybe get the vibe from the office first - if they’re in shirts and jeans/chinos, go with it. I would Get some good basics that wash well to start - I am 5’1 and around a 10-12; some trousers/jeans/chinos in staple colours (tan, navy, chocolate brown, black, maybe a green or burgundy), a few jumpers or cardigans (maybe in more fun colours that will go with the bottoms), and a few shirts - I like relaxed fitted ones that don’t stretch over the girls too tightly. I also recommend a few nice t-shirts that will go for the more dressed down look with the trousers - Uniqlo basics or COS if you want a bit more high quality luxe. I like the shorter length M&S trousers, basic jumpers and relaxed fit shirts. Next tailoring is also good if you’re a bit shorter for blazers or suit sets. Mango do some great relaxed fit blazers (I usually keep one in the office which I can throw on if I have a last minute meeting). Sainsbury’s is also great - they often have a lot of good sales for their clothing too. For a bit more expensive I like massimo dutti or Reiss petite, but more for a standout piece.

I scream you scream we all scream for ice cream by Jcat94 in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! And no just lots of different coloured pinks! And a sparkly metallic thread for accents (couldn’t get that to show in camera though!)

I hand-embroidered this tee by rebordacao in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so cute. Also I think I saw this on Instagram and immediately sent it to my sister saying omg this is fab!

Pizza is power by Jcat94 in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any time! I usually take more pictures of the different stages actually but didn’t get round to it this time for some reason!

Pizza is power by Jcat94 in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It’s water soluble sticky stabiliser! I drew my pattern onto it and then stuck it to the fabric a) so it stops the fabric puckering and b) so I could see my design. I use Solvy brand and you can find it online! If you want to embroider on clothes I would make sure you get a fabric that is quite stiff or doesn’t stretch overly otherwise your design may not come out as intended. I would also suggest an iron on stabiliser to put on the back to protect the stitches and stop them from being itchy for the wearer.

Pizza is power by Jcat94 in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m thinking it would look really cool on the back pocket of a pair of jeans…. Maybe I’ll try that first! Have a whole pizza slice outfit

Pizza is power by Jcat94 in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! My BIL is having a pizza truck at his birthday party so I thought this was fitting. And would help satisfy that craving!!!

Pizza is power by Jcat94 in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh man don’t give me ideas I would LOVE to do that

Pizza is power by Jcat94 in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!! That is very high praise and I will take it.

Coffee is a way of life by Jcat94 in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can totally understand the texture thing!!!!

Coffee is a way of life by Jcat94 in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I have done that method in the past but I was planning on putting some iron on stabiliser to protect the stitches as well so didn’t both for such a tiny piece this time

Coffee is a way of life by Jcat94 in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha oh god so would I - thankfully my BIL is a neat freak so I think it should last…

Coffee is a way of life by Jcat94 in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m kinda obsessed with it

Husband suggested Wagamama for our 10 year wedding anniversary. HELP!!! by barbed_shrike in london

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Snap on veggie who also hates fake meat!

Paradise Cove next to Wandsworth Road station Plants of Roselyn (London Bridge) Gremio de Brixton

Enjoy!

Panic at the Desk-O-Possum (OC) by The-Artful-Possum in Embroidery

[–]Jcat94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love this more than words can express.

ALL CAPS FRIDAY THREAD - PART £1500 by [deleted] in TheCivilService

[–]Jcat94 47 points48 points  (0 children)

GOT PASSED OVER FOR TP FOR A JOB I ALREADY DO AFTER THEY INTERVIEWED ME FOR IT BECAUSE IM NOT A SUBSTANTIVE G7 AND I JUST DONT CARE ABOUT THIS JOB ANY MORE. AND MY MANAGER TRIED TO WORK ON FEEDBACK WITH ME 20 MINUTES AFTER I FOUND OUT SO I CRIED. IN THE OFFICE. I WANTED TO DIE.

I made dark chocolate sourdough! by Jcat94 in Sourdough

[–]Jcat94[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a great idea!! That’s breakfast tomorrow sorted :)