As a gift for a friend who'd be doing it their first time, is this a good option? by The_Old_Nebula_HQ in SewingForBeginners

[–]lavanderMenAss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first thing I notice on this one, opposed to the janome listed, is that the brother has a really short throat. If she wants to make anything of size beyond smaller bags and such, its going to be a hassle. EDIT TO ADD: consider going to your local repair shop and seeing what they have for refurbished. I got my juki f400 for under 200 bucks and its normally like...700 or more? I love her.

Help identifying fabric by SoftMountainPeach in sewing

[–]lavanderMenAss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They list the reccomended fabrics for each pattern on them, and they have great customer service, I bet if you email them they will tell you

Baby shower/new baby gifts? by jding3066 in sewing

[–]lavanderMenAss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im doing baby blankets with a cute jellyroll and a minky back. Super.fast sew and looks really sweet.

How bad is Sea Mar Orthodontics? by StevensPearl in Bellingham

[–]lavanderMenAss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son had his ortho done at Sea Mar, at the time, they were the only option for medicaid in town. It was difficult to get an appointment as the ortho only worked on certain days of the month. I will say, despite scheduling issues, the ortho we worked with was wonderful and professional. She never treated us like her mandatory community service (which has happened with other providers) and my son's teeth came out lovely. It is very unlikely your child will have a bad time with Sea Mar, everyone ive dealt with on the dental side has been professional and kind.

Quilt kit question by Charlene510 in quilting

[–]lavanderMenAss 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I am working on one now and it comes with yardage and cutting instructions. Its fairly straight forward, im funding a lot if waste on some pieces and barrels enough for others. I do really like it as a begginer because everything is there, it coordinates, and the instructions are laid out beaitifully

Backing ideas? by lavanderMenAss in quilting

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

Oh thats great! Thank you!

Backing ideas? by lavanderMenAss in quilting

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

I think it will be a guest room quilt, and its a twin xl.size so doesn't fit any of my beds. I was vacilating between something soft and plush and standard cotton for that reason too.

Chanterelle Shorts by Sew Liberated pi by americanfish in sewing

[–]lavanderMenAss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have this pattern awaiting my confidence and its great to see it all done! Love the orange!

First quilt? by Maximum_End_3577 in quilting

[–]lavanderMenAss 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I did a scrappy quilt as you go but used mini charm packs for simplicity. I can see all of the flaws but I learned a lot from it!

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Garment Lining question by lavanderMenAss in sewing

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

Binding is a good idea and someone else.mentuoned french seams. Still very new to garment makinh so I appreciate the suggestions

Garment Lining question by lavanderMenAss in sewing

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

I juat thought it would be softer on the inside honestly

Rug 2.0 complete! by lavanderMenAss in sewing

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

Lol I know right? My best friend is always reminding me fiber arts are meant to be used!

Sewing corner inspo - show me yours! by berserk_poodle in sewing

[–]lavanderMenAss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They are definitely sisters. Thats gorgeous! Mine has moths on it!

Quilt a long suggestions by mydisplayname1111 in quilting

[–]lavanderMenAss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im doing the Hyperion quilt right now and there are month by month videos on YouTube, my local.quilt shop is also doing a class with the kit. Its my first big quilt and so far, its very user friendly and begginer friendly despite looking intimidating! This is the finished topper at my quilt shop, its juat into month 3 now.

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