An interview with Claire Kennedy, of Claire Kennedy Designs.
Some photos and information provided by Claire (click on the picture to view in a larger format)
Types of Irons
Gravity feed irons
Press While you Sew article
Videos
Video 1
Video 2
Video 3
Sandra Betzina video
Press Cloth Guide
Sewing 101
Patterns mentioned in podcast
Vogue 1250
McCall's 5525
New Look 6628
McCall's 6282
Simplicity 2150
Simplicity 2154
I received the patterns this week and it is time to draw two winners. I used random.org twice to get the winner and took duplicate posts from commenters.
Maybe you have been away from garment sewing for awhile and are wanting to return to sewing garments, this episode has some great ideas for you.
First sewing information
National Sewing Month - September is National Sewing Month, check out the site for lots of information
My Singer Story - celebrating the 160th annivesary of Singer Sewing Company
Ruffle Fabric - check out for unique fabric
Ruffle Fabric skirt tutorial
U-Create National Sewing Month project a cute bag
Fabric.com's Fall Trend Report
Pattern Scissors Cloth bound buttonhole tutorial
Hot Patterns is 6
Hot Pattern new denim notions
Interview with Lynne from Wonderfully Made
Remember to go to her site to sign up for her giveaways.
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Some news from web:
My Sewing Circle
Make this Look
Sew Weekly
Pattern site
Kwik Sew 2845 reviews
Click here to be directed to download podcast directly
Fluffy Fibers Podcast
Starboard Skirt
Simple Simon tutorials
Jalie
Jalie videos
Jalie blog
Kwik Sew resources
365 days of sewing
fabric.com download
Brassy apple maxi tutorial
anthro-inspired tshirt
Amanda's tutorial
Interview with Kay Whitt
Serendipity Studio
Sew Serendipity blog
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I have had several emails about the pen Sharon mentioned in the last podcast.
It is called a Marvy Pen and I buy mine from Anne at Needle Nook
email her
or here is her blog with telephone numbers
Here is a picture and information for it
Marvy erasable fabric marker
Hope that helps
and thanks for following this blog - up to 200 people.
Now for your input, should I do something on Facebook for the podcast? Leave a comment with your thoughts and ideas.
Thanks,
Cabi Inspiration
Garment Girls
fabric.com blog - wedding dress idea
fabric.com blog - wrapped tank
tutorials - crafters hour
Crafter Hours skirt tutorial
the interview - Sharon from Sharon Sews
From Sharon - magazine list
Sew News
Sew Beautiful
Threads
Stitch
Sign up for the Sew Daily emails to receive notice of call’s for submissions
click here for Stitch
Stampington & Company magazines
American Patchwork and Quilting
Quilting Arts
McCall's Quilting and Quick Quilts
Craft transforming traditional craft
MAKE
Winners of the patterns with a bit of their comment (sizes are 4 to 12 and 12 to 20) tell me which size range you would like.
Judi – recently found podcast
Donna G – I ‘ve enjoyed every one
Megan – My favorite #33
Marcela – Congrats Lori
Winner of Sandra Betzina book:
Jan K – “ I love this podcast you always get me motivated to try new sewing projects”
Winners remember to email me with your mailing address
An interview with Robin from A Little Sewing about sewing schools.
Suedesays™ Rock Your Look Contest from Simplicity
Suedesays RockYour Look You Tube Videos
You Tube Basting technique video
You Tube Basting Technique Video 2
Style Arc Patterns
Sewing Schools:
Susan Khalje
Sandra Betzina
Palmer and Pletsch
Marcy Tilton
Claire Kennedy
To directly download this episode
click here
This episode is a look back at the four years of the Sew Forth Now Podcast. I talk about interviews, sewing, topics and little mishaps along the way. Also, what I am sewing and listen to the end to hear abou the prizes for the anniversary.
Thank you all for your support over the years and your future support.
Sewing information from the internet:
PR Chicago Weekend
Threads You Tube Videos
Theads article on how to pick a Sewing Machine Dealer
Threads article on Press Cloths
Anthro inspired skirt - tutorial at Joann.com
Messenger bag
Baby blanket and cap
Contest winner page (you will find link to video on this page - in the picture with girl in fushcia dress)
Part of press release from Simplicity:
We wanted to reach out to let you know of some news that we are happy to announce - the winning pattern from our Inspired by Project Runway® Pattern Design Contest has just been issued in our Spring 2011 Catalog! Grand Prize Winner Meredith Kramer submitted the winning design - a dress with trumpet skirt and halter/strapless top variations.
Video of Meredith's trip to Simplicity in NYC
Here is Meredith's pattern:
News from the Web:
Matching plaids
Pendrell Blouse
Facing a facing - Mary Ray article
Power Sewing Books
Power Sewing Map of fabric stores
What I am sewing:
Chanel - Cabi- inspired jacket
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| Hot Patterns Might Aphrodite top Interview: with Meg from Lindsay T sews Again and Shop the Garment District |
Have you made New Year's Resolutions/goals for your sewing.
Here are some ideas:
Resolutions defined
1. Learn a new technique
2. Try a pattern from a magazine
3. Make a tailored garment
4. Tackle fitting issues
5. A new fabric for you
6. Welt pockets, bound buttonholes, notched collars, lining
7. Classes
8. Sewing group
9. Teaching others
10. Cleaning sewing room
11. New machine
12. Stitches on machine or serger
13. Pressing
News from Internet
Kenneth King on Martha Stewart
Patterns to buy from Stitch Magazine
Interweave (Stitch Magazine)
Couture Sewing Techniques book at Interweave
Pattern Poll at Diana Moden
top 10 garments of 2010
Riveria Jacket with links in post
Cabi site
Podcast length - 36 minutes
