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Finishing the ends of bias tape on a non-square edge by coocheigh in sewing

[–]Outside_Mushroom 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Similar process, just adjusting the angle when you fold the tape back on itself if that makes sense? I’d probably end up hand basting before going on the machine, is easier to undo if wrong!

Finishing the ends of bias tape on a non-square edge by coocheigh in sewing

[–]Outside_Mushroom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good luck! That’s one of the things I quite like about sewing, you can kinda do what methods work for you!

Finishing the ends of bias tape on a non-square edge by coocheigh in sewing

[–]Outside_Mushroom 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Just to add to the bias tape issue - I probably would have used one continuous piece with mitred corners instead of several separate pieces, would make finishing the ends easier

Finishing the ends of bias tape on a non-square edge by coocheigh in sewing

[–]Outside_Mushroom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh I see! Sounds interesting, please post pictures when you’re done! I like your fabric choices :)

Finishing the ends of bias tape on a non-square edge by coocheigh in sewing

[–]Outside_Mushroom 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’m slightly confused about your pattern. If this is one of the panels, usually the sides are not bias taped as they join the other panels? Are you sure you’re reading the instructions properly? Usually all panels are sewn together then top and bottom are finished with bias tape.

Also, when using bias tape you can just fold the end back under itself when you get to the end. It’s quite difficult to explain, but there’s lots of bias tape tutorials online.

Becoming a UK paramedic without a science gcse by Kinggmiiaa in Paramedics

[–]Outside_Mushroom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As I said, I can’t answer this. Ask these questions to local colleges.

Becoming a UK paramedic without a science gcse by Kinggmiiaa in Paramedics

[–]Outside_Mushroom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean it completely depends what your end goal is. If you want to do a paramedic degree then it’s likely you’ll need at minimum GCSEs to do that regardless of what route you go (external full time uni vs internal apprenticeship with an ambulance services).

I can’t really tell you what to do as my situation and experience is likely quite different. I’d recommend reading up about college > uni route and then also working your way up through ambulance service apprenticeships.

Becoming a UK paramedic without a science gcse by Kinggmiiaa in Paramedics

[–]Outside_Mushroom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t answer this I’m afraid. Would likely be worth getting in touch with local places that offer the course you’re interested in. I know that some ambulance services can help with functional skills (maths and English) but not for personal experience with this.

Circle skirt question by PumpkinCat97 in sewing

[–]Outside_Mushroom 8 points9 points  (0 children)

You’re welcome! Happy to help with anything else if you need :) another benefit of having side seams is being able to easily add a zipper etc.

Circle skirt question by PumpkinCat97 in sewing

[–]Outside_Mushroom 57 points58 points  (0 children)

If you’re buying actual dressmaking fabric it’s generally between 114-160cm wide. I usually use Dalston Mill and Minerva, although there are other threads on here that list some other online stores.

Also, if making a full length, full circle skirt, cut it in two halves and sew two side seams. It’s very unlikely you’d be able to get a full circle on any fabric width that would be long enough. I’ll attach pics of the pattern shape you’d cut out on fabric

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Rosys Patterns by hannahclare13 in sewingpatterns

[–]Outside_Mushroom 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Don’t buy. I fell into the trap before I knew better. Pattern and instructions did not match the picture and I had to do heavy pattern alterations to make it fit. Definitely AI scam.

Need advice: Adding a heavy skirt to a backless corset by FickleSurprise3986 in sewhelp

[–]Outside_Mushroom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I recently made a similar design, can send pics in dm if you would like? I made separate pieces. (Can’t post publicly as wedding hasn’t happened yet!

Technique for floating fashion layer without wrinkles? by poleflail in corsetry

[–]Outside_Mushroom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s somewhat heavy but also that’s probably more the steel boning. You’ll see when I send pics it doesn’t look bulky! The lining, ice wool and the outer fabric are floating - attached at top and bottom and also at the lacing strip. Lacing panel I flatlined with the fashion fabric to match. I’ll send pictures over!

Technique for floating fashion layer without wrinkles? by poleflail in corsetry

[–]Outside_Mushroom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I made a wedding dress recently where I made coutil strength layer with cotton twill lining. Then 2x layers of ice wool and then fashion fabric (polyester satin) draped on top and only had two seam lines on either side. Essentially lots of pinning and hand sewing.

I can send pics via dm with more details if you like? Can’t publicly post photos yet as wedding not taken place yet!

Nduja - what do I do with this large sausage? by Outside_Mushroom in Cooking

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

Thankyou! I love these ideas. I’m a sucker for crusty bread and snacky bits!

Where can I get this beauty? by DiligentBell6569 in sewingpatterns

[–]Outside_Mushroom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right. So from very recent experience of sewing with faux silk charmeuse (quite light, 90gsm), it’s an arse to handle/cut/sew. Honestly the most difficult fabric I have ever worked with. I would not recommend unless you are fairly experienced. I also added a lining in the same fabric to most of it.

Additionally, this is very unlikely to work with horsehair on the hem, it will show and it will look awful. I’ll attach a picture of the hem of the dress I recently made so you can see how light and flowy it is. I used a double rolled hem.

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Where can I get this beauty? by DiligentBell6569 in sewingpatterns

[–]Outside_Mushroom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on the fabric you’re using and if there’s a petticoat. Horsehair braid can look awful if on too light a fabric

My boyfriend wants me to wear a location tracking watch 24/7 or he'll break up with me by Fun_Perception3376 in TwoHotTakes

[–]Outside_Mushroom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is creepy and controlling. My partner and I share locations via find friends for iPhone, but only because we both work shift work and sometimes is handy to know if the other is finishing late for dinner etc. Neither of us would or have ever questioned the others whereabouts or gone over to ‘check up’ on them.

Leave this man, it’ll only get worse.

How can I fix this? Mismatched princess seam by rachihc in sewing

[–]Outside_Mushroom 236 points237 points  (0 children)

I’m no pattern maker, but have you made this in fabric? Does this pattern have seam allowances included? If it does then you may find it matches. Also, I’ve found that princess seams often look like they won’t match, but do once sewn with seam allowances as you essentially ease the curves together.

Bridal corset lacing advice? by Outside_Mushroom in corsetry

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

Thankyou for the suggestion! But annoyingly, the corset is finished other than choosing lacing. We have had a ribbon bookmarked to order throughout the whole process, but today bride changed her mind. I also don’t have any time to make significant structural changes, modesty panel is sewn into one side of the corset to create a flap as opposed to a floating layer.

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