Design challenge for fun

[mperran1974]

Originally Posted by Chewbaccasmom

Okay so really hoping I can do this. My shoulder has been in flair up the last couple days. I had an MRI on wensday and yesterday they called and told me I need to go to ortho Monday :/. Hoping they aren't going to say surgery but if they do there will be no sewing for me super sad

Oh no! I hope it won't require surgery. Please keep us posted. I pray for the best for you.

[DBlain]

Originally Posted by Chewbaccasmom

Okay so really hoping I can do this. My shoulder has been in flair up the last couple days. I had an MRI on wensday and yesterday they called and told me I need to go to ortho Monday :/. Hoping they aren't going to say surgery but if they do there will be no sewing for me super sad

so sorry to hear that, hopefully rest is all that will be required

[rubymoon2072]

Originally Posted by Chewbaccasmom

Okay so really hoping I can do this. My shoulder has been in flair up the last couple days. I had an MRI on wensday and yesterday they called and told me I need to go to ortho Monday :/. Hoping they aren't going to say surgery but if they do there will be no sewing for me super sad

prayers for the best on your visit monday..but remember we will do it again im sure so if not this time maybe next. prayers for no surgery needed though.

[dawn27]

Originally Posted by Chewbaccasmom

Okay so really hoping I can do this. My shoulder has been in flair up the last couple days. I had an MRI on wensday and yesterday they called and told me I need to go to ortho Monday :/. Hoping they aren't going to say surgery but if they do there will be no sewing for me super sad

Well let hope that you feel better soon and of course No surgery would be the best news!

[dawn27]

Well I did it, Im DONE it took me 3 hrs but gosh darn it I did it !

I spent an hour cutting material for four vest/dresses. I saved some time by layering my material and cutting several at one time. It took me 3 hrs to finish my first harness vest. I only had to tear the ruffle off one time because I had it misaligned. Than I had to turn it inside out twice because I missed the entire seem allowance in two spots. But its finally done...

I figure why I was at it I may as well make two. Than decided that I'll try doing a couple dresses also. Hopefully I can get one done in less than 3 hrs. or its going to be a long weekend.

Question for you sewing Devas;

What is the best way to attach the ruffle and a sash ?

I left the pit & under belly area open to turn it inside out but it was such a tight squeeze. I didn't want to leave the entire bottom open because turning in the jean material would make it too thick to sew. SO what do it do ?

I could just sew the ruffle to the jean material and then turn it right side out and sew the underneath material straight across. That would prob be the best way. What do you think ?

[DBlain]

wow you really did a good dusting on that machine, sounds like you are really on a roll now.

I have found that leaving the complete bottom open works best for me, I also like to cut the fabric so I have a lot extra to turn over and then press, then when I put the ruffle or trim or skirt inside I do one seam from end to end.

I am not sure if I answered your question about the denim though, were you thinking of closing it all up then attaching the trim or the skirt. I think that would be harder and thicker, because you would have to finish the edge of the top of the skirt or trim, it would also look messy from the back and you would have an extra stitch line on the front, of course you could cover that up with a ribbon or so forth

I attached a picture of the back of one my vests, the photo is a little closer so you can't see the whole vest, but this is how I like mine to look on that back side, the stich line runs from one end to the other, LOL looks like I might have missed something since I can see I had to do small second stich line, that happens if I don't use enough pins, the trim or skirt wind up not always catching so watch for that when running your closing seam.

[dawn27]

Originally Posted by DBlain

wow you really did a good dusting on that machine, sounds like you are really on a roll now.

Yep sure did !

I have found that leaving the complete bottom open works best for me, I also like to cut the fabric so I have a lot extra to turn over and then press, then when I put the ruffle or trim or skirt inside I do one seam from end to end.

Yes I think I will do that on my next one. I didn't think about leaving extra material untill it was already too late and I've already cut enough material for four items. But I'll manage !

I am not sure if I answered your question about the denim though, were you thinking of closing it all up then attaching the trim or the skirt. I think that would be harder and thicker, because you would have to finish the edge of the top of the skirt or trim, it would also look messy from the back and you would have an extra stitch line on the front, of course you could cover that up with a ribbon or so forth.

[U]No thats way looks messy, I think I would prefer the open seam and than a top stitch to close it up. Or I'll stick with the sew and turn way.[/U]

I attached a picture of the back of one my vests, the photo is a little closer so you can't see the whole vest, but this is how I like mine to look on that back side, the stich line runs from one end to the other, LOL looks like I might have missed something since I can see I had to do small second stich line, that happens if I don't use enough pins, the trim or skirt wind up not always catching so watch for that when running your closing seam.

Thanks so much Donna I'm off for round two !

[Lil Sis]

I am a list type of thinker...so I want to be sure I am clear on rules

1. Denim
2. vests.. short ruffles as trim are allowed
3. your own design
4. pictures due April 30

any thing I am missing?

[chattiesmom]

Sounds fun - I'm going to try to join in the fun.

Had an idea if the Runway Paw-ject takes off as a regular YT activity. Maybe we could all make the project, and then do a "silent YT auction" and donate to a rescue or to YT.

[DBlain]

Shinja, you got it just about right, see this tread for all the details

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yt-...gner-info.html

[DBlain]

Originally Posted by chattiesmom

Sounds fun - I'm going to try to join in the fun.

Had an idea if the Runway Paw-ject takes off as a regular YT activity. Maybe we could all make the project, and then do a "silent YT auction" and donate to a rescue or to YT.

Oh I like that idea, that is what my plans are for fancy harness vests I am making.

Glad you can join in, it's nice to see that a lot of people would like to participate.

[DBlain]

Originally Posted by dawn27

Thanks so much Donna I'm off for round two !

when I cut the bodice to short or used a piece of material that would curl up or fray bad, I started sewing a piece of bias tape or another piece of material on to the bottom of the bodice. that would give me something to grab onto when pressing the flap over.

[southernbelle04]

Originally Posted by Chewbaccasmom

Okay so really hoping I can do this. My shoulder has been in flair up the last couple days. I had an MRI on wensday and yesterday they called and told me I need to go to ortho Monday :/. Hoping they aren't going to say surgery but if they do there will be no sewing for me super sad

Bless your heart! I hope you get better!

[southernbelle04]

Originally Posted by DBlain

wow you really did a good dusting on that machine, sounds like you are really on a roll now.

I have found that leaving the complete bottom open works best for me, I also like to cut the fabric so I have a lot extra to turn over and then press, then when I put the ruffle or trim or skirt inside I do one seam from end to end.

I am not sure if I answered your question about the denim though, were you thinking of closing it all up then attaching the trim or the skirt. I think that would be harder and thicker, because you would have to finish the edge of the top of the skirt or trim, it would also look messy from the back and you would have an extra stitch line on the front, of course you could cover that up with a ribbon or so forth

I attached a picture of the back of one my vests, the photo is a little closer so you can't see the whole vest, but this is how I like mine to look on that back side, the stich line runs from one end to the other, LOL looks like I might have missed something since I can see I had to do small second stich line, that happens if I don't use enough pins, the trim or skirt wind up not always catching so watch for that when running your closing seam.

You sew beautifully! I like your idea of leaving the whole bottom open and cutting that extra bit on the bottom! Thanks for sharing that with us!

[southernbelle04]

Originally Posted by chattiesmom

Sounds fun - I'm going to try to join in the fun.

Had an idea if the Runway Paw-ject takes off as a regular YT activity. Maybe we could all make the project, and then do a "silent YT auction" and donate to a rescue or to YT.

That's a fabulous idea!