i presume this is a straight skirt.
If so i am very proud of my self i decided the last skirt i made i would only cut the lining to just above the kick pleat.
Then what to do i thought and this is exactly how i finished off my skirt.
As no one ever replies to this area i will never know whether this is a pleated skirt all the way around or just a kick pleat

thank you for spending the time as the writer above says.
I got so excited when i saw this topic the ideas are endless.
I was thinking of the little peter pan collar on my granddaughter's dress the pockets on my linen dress i haven't made yet for summer in aust.
Also on the end of a crisp linen blouse sleeve cuff.
Will put this in to my sewing file, so i do not have to search in future.
Also thank you for this months magazine, i know some people just like the couture` sewing but the 5 basic things we should know is such a good section to have in the magazine please keep this up as i pass these magazines on to my daughter ( she has to have them back in a week)!!!mm and now she is thinking of getting her own subscription.
We have to give the young one s a reason to keep sewing.

I have a Janome 9700 with only the standard feet
any ideas out there for a specialty foot you enjoy,
i sew and quilt
Not sure if it has an invisible zip foot available

have been wondering how to make my jacket look jut a bit better think the grosgrain with crocket on top is a great idea as if it does not suit then you dont apply it.
Perhaps make three strands of crochet and plait it.

Please can we have a Little more explanation re a collar and
the front and neck facing area please my jacket pattern has these facings included in the pattern
Also are these comments read by the author of the article once in a while or should we email the magazine direct
for queries

please can you tell us a little more how you got this effect on such delicate fabric.
I would love to do something like this for my baby grandaughter i have an embroidery machine, not sure how you did the felting.
Dont worry you want seeyour self coming we live in Australia.
I just love it so beautiful

Hi welcome from Australia.
I have a different take on the magazine i have only been receiving my sub for two years. It must of been about the time you changed the format as i do not know what others are talking about. I love the way the magazine is presented in the here and now.
Yes by all means teach us the best methods but keep in mind we want to be able to do things that do not seem to be beyond us. I have learnt so much re couture methods and enjoy a new challenge but you have to keep in mind there are all skill levels. And also in these difficult times we can turn this time in to a positive passing on skills to new sewers by not making them afraid to have a go.
So the balance has to be there. There are some issues that i find do not have a lot for me but then the next one comes along and its great. So keep up this good work you are doing now.
But I have one more request can we please see older faces as your models occasionally, keep in mind that we may be your biggest clientele. And also that young people do age as well and when its their turn to be 60 they may like to see older models just on some occasions also.
Welcome and thank you.

i just love this too. I love the colar and the way you have shown a little of the lining, I have grown to love lining not just as a lining but as an add on. love it. Wish i had your talant.

But over all on this area i get a little frustrated as no one comes on board to answer questions.

e.g. what pattern did you use.
And some weeks ago i ask the editors to consider putting older models in the magazine but no one answered this either so i tried in gatherings but no response either.

I love all the models in Threads but occasionaly a over 40s lady would be nice. So we know that we too can look nice in the suggested patterns and fabric

O dear i do not understand the above it reminds me of one those dreadful maths problems that sent me in to tears in my school years maths not being a strong point with me.

Is there any one else game enough to say they do not understand where this is coming from or leading to.
We all have different shapes can this be a one size fits all.

Please can we also have a pattern for these lovley loose pants as i am going to join a yoga group this year.

i think this very inventive, but one question if this is a very active child do you think the fabric used between the join should be stronger e.g. calico

I just love this look, advice please in Australia we are going in to summer.
Is the above a fashion item in the u.s. winter. I would just love to make it next winter, even though i am 60 size
u.s. 12/14 16 aust. I am wondering if others think it may be to young for our age group. I picture really nice pumps and black stockings nice matching shirt.
As i have said in gatherings there is just not enough fashion ideas out there for our age group.
Dear threads how about some older ladies in middle years as models.