Hello- I was recently in a doll store and they had handmade 6 foot tall Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls. I am looking for a pattern for them, or any "rag" type doll near that size. I have the 3 foot pattern. Does anyone know of a source for these patterns? Thank you---Chet

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I was down to the wire on making Christmas presents and had just a few to complete. Not knowing what to give, I came across a potpourri bag made from fabric. Has anyone done this? You take two pieces of fabric, 8x14 inches and sew them right sides together on three sides, making a bag. Then you...

The second dress stuff went up this evening. More work on this one. I have tried to let it out a bit, but there wasn't really much to let out - not as much as was needed, anyway! Look in Kate's Sewing room, in the left hand column, at the bottom: How to rescue a bias cut disaster! -- Kate ...

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Hello All Does anyone know what happened to the laughingsisters.com website. I keep getting a 404 error message. I had this site bookmarked because of the larger size clothing and they offer the option of buying a nightgown but sewing it yourself. All the hard work of cutting out had been done...

How many of you launder their washable fabrics before cutting out their projects? I am curious because many years ago I had a class in sewing and it was recommended to wash all material before starting your projects. We were told this would show the nature of the fabric, ie bleeding,...

DH's ink pen broke in the dryer. The dryer is black, the clothes are black, and I am RED!!! Please tell me there is a better solution than murder. QSH

Hello, Looking for someone who knows how to Stress leather to make it look older and worn, or a company that might do this. Any help at all would be most appreciated. Thanks in advance,,,,,,,,,,,Jesse

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I've been sewing basic bodysuits and unitards for my kids' gymnastics and would now like to make some with contrast lycra binding. Has anyone ever done this on a leotard or swimsuit? I've tried it numerous times but can't seem to get it right. I follow the pattern instructions, stitching first...

Hello, I would like to make a life like plush cat and dog, but could not find the patterns anywhere. I've tried to make a pattern myself... no good. Does anyone know where I can buy patterns for a life like plush toys ( cats or dogs). Thank you very much for any information. Jane

I know that queries about sewing machine recommendations are directed to the FAQs and every make has its supporters, but I'm still going to risk asking g I have a Bernina that I am very happy with but I'm having to think about getting a lighter SM to take to classes. So any recommendations,...

I studied and graduated in graphic design, I moved to Miami where I worked for many years in the Miami Herald Newspaper and several Miami Fashion Magazines, in a vacation trip I knew the city of Venice, Italy, which fell in love and decided to move for a while, this led me to discover my true...

Greetings unto the List, Please forgive the plug, but we have a fantastic linen co-op going on right now on our period fabric co-op group. Please come and join us and get yourself some great period fabric for cheap. Here is the yahoo group:...

I tried asking this on the uk group but got no reply - I bought some linen to make a tablecloth, but I haven't been able to find linen thread. I did try a lacemaking site, but I wasn't sure what type of thread to order and they never responded to my email. Can anyone help? A US source would be...

I have a cool lamp with a shade that needs the lining replaced. The old one dried up and disintegrated near the narrower top part of the shade where it was closer to the bulb.. What type of fabric is used for this? Does it need to be heat resistant? I am now using those new cooler burning "curly"...

I have taken in a linen dress today that the customer wants lining. Here's where my knowledge slips a little. I can do the construction snas pattern no problem but what would be best to use for lining, bremsilk, a lighter linen blend, polycotton or good old anti-static lining ? its for a holiday...

I've made this dress; trimmed it. I have just enough of the trim left to make a 2" wide self-fabric belt. I want to add a little stiffener or something to give it a little body so it doesn't turn into a rope but is still soft enough to tie into a square note and hang down. Can I just line it with...