tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post6605264913574323206..comments2023-06-01T15:17:07.178+01:00Comments on Diary of a Chain Stitcher : My First Jeans and a Seasonal Velvet CamiFiona Parkerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-79172793899960797662016-10-10T12:27:17.474+01:002016-10-10T12:27:17.474+01:00Thanks Fiona, it does look rather nice, you're...Thanks Fiona, it does look rather nice, you're right. Maybe I'll try this one first!Francescahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715570187712365610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-11022064451333259642016-10-02T18:47:43.664+01:002016-10-02T18:47:43.664+01:00The velvet can be a bit tricky, requires being in ...The velvet can be a bit tricky, requires being in the right frame of mind and a lot of patience!<br />I haven't tried either of those patterns I'm afraid so I can't give you a comparison, just to say that I really like the Ogden! I've made two already and plan to make more. I like the way the neckline scoops up into the straps on this oneFiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-48384929991604052712016-09-30T11:49:08.037+01:002016-09-30T11:49:08.037+01:00Love! So gorgeous and impressive - the silk velvet...Love! So gorgeous and impressive - the silk velvet especially, as I've sewn cotton and silk velvet and sworn off both forever much though I love them:(. <br /><br />I'm vacillating between this and the Tessuti CAMI - I've tried Pauline Alice's and really like it, but want tho try another one - have you tried either of them?Francescahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03715570187712365610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-87909621791911037232016-09-23T07:40:34.466+01:002016-09-23T07:40:34.466+01:00Thanks Jen, looking forward to seeing yours! Like ...Thanks Jen, looking forward to seeing yours! Like you there were so many steps I was apprehensive about and it really put me off of getting stuck in with it for a while but nothing is as difficult as you think it might be! The belt loops were a little tricky so I recommend having a play around with stitch length and tension on some folded scrap fabric first <br /><br />The Ogden cami is a winner for every season I think! Perfect for layering under knitwearFiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-32267117821977459512016-09-22T10:16:40.904+01:002016-09-22T10:16:40.904+01:00I'm sewing a pair of Gingers at the moment and...I'm sewing a pair of Gingers at the moment and like you I was apprehensive about the fly but, before I knew it, it was done! I'm at the stage where I have a pair of fitting Ginger jeans (*squeal of delight*) minus a waistband so the end is in sight. I'm not looking forward to the buttonhole and beltloops (my machine is very temperamental) or the rivets and button (I'm not sure I have the right kit!) but I cannot wait for them to be done and for me to be able to say 'I made them'. For pocket placement, Heather Lou has a great post on what to look out for: http://closetcasefiles.com/ginger-sewalong-pt-12-back-pocket-placement/<br /><br />I really want to make an Ogden Cami too (even though summer is basically gone but I can wear it with a cardi!), yours looks great!Jen | gingerellahttp://gingerella.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-66938537262881261242016-09-21T09:48:35.897+01:002016-09-21T09:48:35.897+01:00Hi Dana,
I was a bit terrified to but go for it! I...Hi Dana,<br />I was a bit terrified to but go for it! I didn't make a muslin as I think what fabric your are using plays quite an important part in the fit so unless the muslin fabric has exactly the same stretch and weight to it your fitting changes are likely to be a bit different anyway. The pattern instructions have you baste up the side seams to check fit before sewing them properly so you can make some alterations at that stage but obviously not to things like crotch depth. I'd recommend comparing the pattern pieces to a pair of jeans you like the fit of to see if anything is drastically different first. Good luck! It's so much funFiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-87592802946190783342016-09-21T09:46:02.738+01:002016-09-21T09:46:02.738+01:00Thanks so much! I'm really proud of themThanks so much! I'm really proud of themFiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-9370308957532333012016-09-21T09:45:24.985+01:002016-09-21T09:45:24.985+01:00Thanks Melody! I'm pretty impressed myself hah...Thanks Melody! I'm pretty impressed myself haha! Can't believe I made themFiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-81496087780642277662016-09-21T09:44:58.357+01:002016-09-21T09:44:58.357+01:00It is SUCH a great sew-along! Two pairs at the sam...It is SUCH a great sew-along! Two pairs at the same time is a great idea, it must save on all that switching around of thread! <br />Your thoughts on the pocket are absolutely raining true with me now I've looked at my pictures and had a think. I'm definitely going to try making them smaller and moving them up a little next time. Now I've worn them few times the bottom edge does feel a bit low. <br />I can see why you've got a bit addicted, it's so satisfying and I'm looking forward to improving on theseFiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-75390899994416981932016-09-21T09:42:41.421+01:002016-09-21T09:42:41.421+01:00Thanks Lynsey! I don't know where the idea to ...Thanks Lynsey! I don't know where the idea to use velvet came from but I'm really pleased with how it worked out!<br />I felt exactly the same as you about the jeans making but you can absolutely do it! The Gingers are such a great pair to start with because of the brilliant sew alongFiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-84923415704044349202016-09-21T09:36:57.530+01:002016-09-21T09:36:57.530+01:00Thank you! I am very proud of these and they have ...Thank you! I am very proud of these and they have been worn together as an outfit a number of times already! I haven't tried much of a mix of formal and informal before but am really enjoying it. It's inspired me for a few other autumn projects!Fiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-85915817005728300322016-09-21T09:35:57.849+01:002016-09-21T09:35:57.849+01:00Thank you so much for your comment Mary, that is j...Thank you so much for your comment Mary, that is just the kind of advice I was after! Now you've said about the pockets I can totally see the difference that would make. I'm definitely going to compare the size to another pair I own as I think they are quite different. Thanks!Fiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-91045454169281784052016-09-21T09:32:06.500+01:002016-09-21T09:32:06.500+01:00Thanks Georgie! They definitely presented their ow...Thanks Georgie! They definitely presented their own challenges!Fiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-75933516924354923732016-09-21T09:31:43.905+01:002016-09-21T09:31:43.905+01:00Thank you Tee! I think it still needs a few tweaks...Thank you Tee! I think it still needs a few tweaks but fitting can be a never-ending mine field once you get started can't it?!Fiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-3326465372206006962016-09-21T09:31:04.941+01:002016-09-21T09:31:04.941+01:00Thank you so much for the tips Liz, I'm defini...Thank you so much for the tips Liz, I'm definitely going to try the upholstery thread as hopefully that will make just the difference my machine needs. <br />Stretch denim can indeed be very tricky, especially finding it in person as I like to have a good feel to see if the weight is right for my project. Fiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-22988615913941682342016-09-21T09:29:26.056+01:002016-09-21T09:29:26.056+01:00Thank you Jannie! It's such a feeling of accom...Thank you Jannie! It's such a feeling of accomplishment to have made a pair!Fiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-81332584681585125892016-09-21T09:28:56.399+01:002016-09-21T09:28:56.399+01:00Oo pastel pink velvet sounds gorgeous! You only ne...Oo pastel pink velvet sounds gorgeous! You only need a metre, less than that actually if you line in a different fabric so go on treat yourself! thank youFiona Parkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009622644944619042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-72891153745962685932016-09-19T13:34:51.916+01:002016-09-19T13:34:51.916+01:00Did you make a muslin for this? Or just took the p...Did you make a muslin for this? Or just took the plunge? I have the pattern and denim sitting here... and am slightly terrified to leap into it.Danahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08366771623012322041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-42851679008418071192016-09-19T10:45:31.849+01:002016-09-19T10:45:31.849+01:00Amazing work!!!Amazing work!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-4095128501707378232016-09-18T13:26:26.277+01:002016-09-18T13:26:26.277+01:00I'm very impressed! Lovely...I'm very impressed! Lovely...Lodihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13777295136016723298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-27814092489813017952016-09-18T08:35:48.503+01:002016-09-18T08:35:48.503+01:00I recently made the Ginger jeans and followed the ...I recently made the Ginger jeans and followed the sew along - great isn't it! I enjoyed making the jeans so much I'm currently making two more pairs at the same time for me and my 16 yr old daughter. <br />My partner, he is my strongest critique ;-), told me to make the pockets smaller - he said they weren't feminine on my bum - I'm a size 12. Maybe the pattern size pockets are OK on bigger bums? I reduced them by a quarter inch all round. I also placed mine a bit higher up than the pattern suggests. Also, after reading By a Gum By Golly's blog post about these I centred my pockets using the centre of the top stitching as a guide so visually the pockets look more centered.<br />I now have a Pinterest board dedicated to jeans inspiration. I'm wanting to do some pocket designs.... :-)<br />Your jeans are great and I imagine like others you will tweak the pattern here and there for you.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15302594830175636897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-40833202114340795372016-09-18T08:32:05.037+01:002016-09-18T08:32:05.037+01:00Your cami is fab, what a great idea to use velvet,...Your cami is fab, what a great idea to use velvet, your jeans are amazing, they look amazing!! I'm not ready to make jeans yet but it will be Gingers when I'm brave enough. Lynsey Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09165736910808915070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-33037516188283448612016-09-17T13:46:00.237+01:002016-09-17T13:46:00.237+01:00What a great outfit! I love the pairing of jeans a...What a great outfit! I love the pairing of jeans and velvet. I, too, love to mix formal and informal fabrics for a unique look. You should be very proud, both of these garments are lovely.becksterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02147945810663254093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-12325092341009973352016-09-17T08:38:21.657+01:002016-09-17T08:38:21.657+01:00Great job all around. You asked for comments soooo...Great job all around. You asked for comments soooooo, I personally would raise the packets up so the are just slightly above your bum crease. From photo I can't say exactly how much this would be on you but a guess would be an inch. Since you are a wee diddy thing you might want to just make them smaller or shorten the length but keep the shape. My belief is they should sit square on your bum not slope down to the crease. If you have a favourite pair that fits you might measure. Again lovely job.Charming bubble 52https://www.blogger.com/profile/11170144352910265589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8566831796183567008.post-70284740167975826782016-09-16T23:33:52.444+01:002016-09-16T23:33:52.444+01:00Amazing job with both garments Fiona. The thicknes...Amazing job with both garments Fiona. The thickness of the top stitching on jeans can be tricky and stitching up velvet can be go awry too so you should be really proud!Georgiehttp://fishpetalsdofly.comnoreply@blogger.com