tzyg0nka
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18 July, 2014
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02:39 PM
tzyg0nka favorited the project Summer Asymmetric Dress
9 July, 2014
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07:52 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the pattern Alison
I love this pattern. I’ve used it for two tankinis and the bottom for another tankini. Thank you Burda.
29 June, 2014
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11:52 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Keep and repair or buy new machine?
Keep your old machine and get it repaired. You cannot buy as good a new machine for the money you want to spend. Check out the repair shop before they fix your machine to make sure they are relia…
18 May, 2014
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03:41 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the project Stripy Business:-)
Beautiful suit
26 February, 2013
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11:40 AM
tzyg0nka commented on the project Herringbone Tailored Jacket
Really well done and your buttonholes are beautiful!
18 January, 2013
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01:22 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic What brand is the best sewing machine
I have two Janomes and I love them. They stitch beautifully and stand up very well. I personally would never buy either a modern Singer or a modern Brother because they are both made in mainland …
23 December, 2012
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09:41 AM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Do I Need an Overlocker?
I’m sorry, but my Janome makes overlock stitches identical to those used on commercial garments, That is not to say that an overlocker wouldn’t save a lot of time or make my sewing easier.
14 December, 2012
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03:13 AM
tzyg0nka commented on the project Next Wintercoat...
Simply fabulous. Great tailoring.
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02:25 AM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Looking for a new sewiing machine
For your price range I would take katexxxx’s advice and buy a good used machine. You don’t need all those extra stitches and computerized machines that cheap are not worth the aggravation. Janome…
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02:25 AM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Looking for a new sewiing machine
For your price range I would take katexxxx’s advice and buy a good used machine. You don’t need all those extra stitches and computerized machines that cheap are not worth the aggravation. Janome…
2 December, 2012
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12:03 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the project Pattern Magic - knot dress in embroidered twill
Lovely dress. You just inspired me to buy the book!
29 November, 2012
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07:27 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic FREE PATTERNS
Currently Lekala has only one free pattern for a blouse. They have added charges to all their other patterns. However, they charge less than $2 each for all of their patterns if you join and buy …
12 November, 2012
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02:30 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the project My wedding gown: A romantic fit and flare gown with delicate beading and circular ruffles...
Gorgeous dress, gorgeous bride
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02:30 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the project My wedding gown: A romantic fit and flare gown with delicate beading and circular ruffles...
Gorgeous dress, gorgeous bride
11 November, 2012
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02:10 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic 1950's Swimwear
In the early 40’s (yes I really am that old) I had a cotton suit with elastic thread shirring and open midriff. I later had a 2 piece made of nylon jersey with a shirred skirt attached to pants an…
27 October, 2012
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12:02 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Re- Fashioning a dress
depending on the style of the dresses you could make a false hem or for more length add a contrasting band to the bottom.
22 October, 2012
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03:20 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Sewing fur
Cotton flannel wouldn’t be bad, it just wouldn’t be very warm. I once interlined a coat with a moth-eaten wool blanket (free). Aside from being a bit heavy it worked. See what you have lying aro…
19 October, 2012
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10:27 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Sewing fur
Thinsulate interlining is usually applied to the outer fabric not the lining like a wool interlining and is very warm and lightweight. The Sunback lining acts as both a lining and an interlining.
18 October, 2012
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02:27 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Sewing fur
The special lining is called Sunblock and is available online.if you can’t find it in your fabric store. It has a satin face and bonded interfacing back.
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tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Sewing fur
I would interline it with thinsulate or use that lining that has an interlining built in.
9 October, 2012
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10:05 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the project Basti's new fall overcoat
Fabulous job. Great tailoring
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12:58 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Sizing ?!?
Katexxxxxx explains it better than I did, but that is what you should do. It is easier to pick a size that corresponds to your shoulder measurement and adjust the rest , if necessary.
8 October, 2012
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12:58 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Sizing ?!?
Buy whatever size pattern fits your shoulders. You can check this against your sloper or a well fitting garment you own. Then adjust the waist , hips and length if necessary. It doesn’t matter w…
27 August, 2012
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01:39 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic one step buttonhole RS200 Toyota
Electronic machines with one step buttonholes definitely make better buttonholes than the gadgets. Machines with 4 step buttonholes ordinarily have only one style buttonhole and also cannot be set…
26 August, 2012
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04:01 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic one step buttonhole RS200 Toyota
Over 40 years ago I used a buttonhole attachment with my straight stitch machine, and it worked very well. However if your fabric is very heavy, it won’t work, and you will have to make the button…
7 August, 2012
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02:05 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the project The Elizabeth Dress
Fabulous!
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02:02 PM
tzyg0nka favorited the project The Elizabeth Dress
11 July, 2012
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03:56 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Elastic thread
I just saw your post. You are supposed to wind the elastic thread by hand on the bobbin. The package usually has instructions. Hope this helps
8 July, 2012
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04:36 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic Adding neckline pleats as a design feature
The book I use is Rene Bergh’s “Make Your Own Patterns” available at the public library or very inexpensively in paper-back. She gives instructions for a similar blouse without the extra fullness …
26 June, 2012
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01:37 PM
tzyg0nka commented on the forum topic What exactly happened to the patterns?
The user patterns are still there, usually at the end of the categories in the pattern store. I have a different problem. A lot of the patterns I have downloaded can’t be used a second time from …
