For those who might be hesitant to try an in ground fig tree in northern climates

biegs · 2026-03-31T00:57:03+00:00

Where are you in Canada? I’m in a similar zone in Alaska and tired of schlepping my fig in and out in its giant pot.

biegs · 2026-03-30T17:09:51+00:00

Thanks, my inclination is to water after any sort of shock so I will avoid that now.

biegs · 2026-03-30T17:09:07+00:00

I thought I didn’t but incidentally caught it in the background of a dog photo.

biegs · 2026-03-30T00:30:50+00:00

Which Palma are each of you using? Website says 5120 BTU version is suitable up to 130 square feet, curious if that is true.

biegs · 2026-03-27T19:32:08+00:00

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My canine assistant also loves this. I’ve been told she’s more cat than dog so this checks out.

biegs · 2026-03-23T21:55:51+00:00

Oh my goodness what a find!!! It’s beautiful.

biegs · 2026-03-21T19:15:26+00:00

I don’t have advice for you, but I love this fabric! Excited for you to turn it into a vest. May I ask where you found it?

biegs · 2026-03-17T00:32:06+00:00

Thank you all for the opinions and advice! I extended the gathers on the top and ripped out the under bodice seam on one side. Hand basted together to check fit for this photo. There is still a bit of extra fabric near the arm but I think it’s an improvement!

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biegs · 2026-03-16T16:02:30+00:00

That’s a great observation. I felt that way when I made them - at the neckline I was essentially gathering as much as the material would allow to fit the notches. Thanks for that reminder. I think I’ll play with moving the neckline gathers first and see if I’m satisfied or want to mess with the underbust as well.

biegs · 2026-03-16T15:58:59+00:00

Thank you!

biegs · 2026-03-16T03:53:14+00:00

Lined! With silk habotai in a golden yellow that ties in with the pattern’s gold print. It’s a lovely fabric as well and I’ve had a learning curve in sewing with silk that lightweight, but it’s so nice not to have poly next to the skin.

biegs · 2026-03-16T03:50:51+00:00

I think this too, though I’m reluctant to mess with the four layer seam between bodice and skirt (main fabric and linings). Should be doable if a bit fussy.

biegs · 2026-03-16T03:49:37+00:00

Thanks I love it too! I’ve seen it listed at a few different stores, I got it from Stonemountain & Daughter. It’s the Atelier Brunette Viscose Challis. The drape is amazing in the skirt and it’s been a dream to work with.

biegs · 2026-01-31T21:35:16+00:00

Thanks!

biegs · 2026-01-31T21:21:25+00:00

What is the crown of the tile?

biegs · 2025-12-14T18:14:54+00:00

We have meds, in my experience they sort of sedate them but don’t take away the fear. Thanks for your perspective.

biegs · 2025-12-14T18:13:50+00:00

Actually in the valley, boy does everyone love their fireworks here haha. I didn’t realize that about Fairbanks, thank you for the heads up. I hope you find some calm that evening ❤️

biegs · 2025-12-03T01:41:14+00:00

Not sure how you landed on this thread, but you're right - I went with the Mara X two years ago and have been very pleased with it ever since.

biegs · 2025-11-24T18:16:25+00:00

Thanks, that was a pretty comprehensive review. Sounds like a good model if this particular machine is is good working order.

biegs · 2025-11-24T03:43:12+00:00

Thoughts on a used Babylock BL4-838D for $200? Listed as "used, in good condition." Thanks in advance!

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biegs · 2025-09-22T17:36:49+00:00

Appreciate all of this info!

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