Has anyone seen the Islander Videos? Does someone have some they might be willing to lend or rent to me?
Linda
Threads Recommended Products
Mettler Seraflex
Threads receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.
Mettler Seraflex Elastic Thread is a 50wt thread designed for superior stretch and recovery, making it ideal for various fabrics and garments. It is easy to handle and sew, ensuring consistent, high-quality stitching for any project. Perfect for garments, quilts, and more, this thread delivers reliable results every time.
Quilts on an English Farm by Kaffe Fassett
Threads receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.
San Francisco-born artist Kaffe Fassett is a celebrated name in the quilting world. His work has been commissioned by the British monarchy, American fashion designers, and the Royal Shakespeare Company. He has authored numerous bestsellers, including Quilts in Italy, Quilts by the Sea, and Quilts in an English Village.
Style Arc, Hendrix Coat
Threads receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.
The Hendrix coat sewing pattern from Style Arc is an unlined, panelled design with long two-piece sleeves, a button or snap front, and optional top-stitching. It features binding along the neck, hem, and sleeves, along with angled patch pockets and dropped shoulders. Recommended fabrics include wool, linen, faux fur, or velvet, with fabric estimates and trim details provided for sizes 4-30.
Vogue 1642
Threads receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.
Pattern A has pleated patch pockets with flaps. Pattern B has side seam zippers. This Vogue sewing pattern kit was designed and printed in the United States and comes with sewing templates, instructions, fabric recommendations, pattern pieces, and sizing guides for (2) shirts and (1) pair of pants. Women's clothing patterns can be made to fit sizes 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14.
McCall's 8241
Threads receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.
McCalls Sewing Pattern 8241 Tops A (XS-S-M-L-XL-XXL). McCalls-8241-A
Replies
Linda, I don't have any to lend or rent, but I hope you find some to view. The ones I've seen are terrific--Margaret's techniques are so smart and easy you can't believe that you haven't been using them all along. Her Shirts tape (is it more than one? I forget) got me making men's shirts in half a day. Now, Janet Pray (Margaret's niece) is in charge of the business, and they've published patterns that incorporate some of the techniques in the tapes, and I think they have a book forthcoming with many of the techniques (check out the new-pattern slide show in the Puyallup expo coverage on the Threads home page for a view of the books and tapes and contact info).
Carol
I was introduced to Islander videos from my local library. You might check yours to see if any are available. Or try interlibrary loan.
Oh my gosh, I can't believe I never thought of that! Thanks for the tip!
Linda
This post is archived.