tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post4984960893429454904..comments2024-03-26T23:49:45.255-07:00Comments on COME SEW LUTTERLOH WITH ME: Announcing Our First Lutterloh Sewcial!Fonnell/Grammie/momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14428737043026677865noreply@blogger.comBlogger77125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-17313903907518366402009-09-14T10:05:30.214-07:002009-09-14T10:05:30.214-07:00Well, today marks the last day of our Lutterloh Se...Well, today marks the last day of our Lutterloh Sewcial. We sure hope everyone enjoyed the journey and learned something new from working with their pattern. <br /><br />If anyone is still finishing up their project we will still post any finished photos that we receive by the end of next weekend, Sept. 20th.<br /><br />The results of our efforts go to show that this system truly has something for everyone. I am so proud of all our participants for sharing their experiences, both good and bad. The bonus is we now have new sleepwear to wear too! <br /><br />So, although this first Sewcial has been fun it's time to move on to something new. Watch the blog for what's coming up next. We'll post something new in the next few days.Ann in Calif.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14420832663617562254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-61900388954019474402009-09-12T15:03:42.090-07:002009-09-12T15:03:42.090-07:00I finished my "Queen Anne's Lace" in...I finished my "Queen Anne's Lace" inspired gown. I was trying to copy a favorite nightgown and despite the sheer nature of my cotton lawn fabric I did get pretty close. I think I will try voile next time for a slightly more opaque fabric. <br /><br />I almost blew it when I first went to cut out my fabric. I didn't notice until I was pinning that this was a border fabric. That wasn't mentioned in the description when I ordered it. I repositioned the pattern and saved the lovely border, thank goodness. <br /><br />This wasn't a difficult pattern but once you start adding trim and lace it always complicates things. I think the most fiddly part of the whole gown was binding the armholes. There's just so much pinning and pressing to get it smooth. <br /><br />There's still time left before the end of our Sewcial if anyone is still working on their sleepwear. Make sure to send your permission to post your photo when you e-mail it to me or Fonnell.Ann in Calif.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14420832663617562254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-91849682372239338012009-09-12T02:25:36.314-07:002009-09-12T02:25:36.314-07:00I'm going to try to get my nighty cut out tomo...I'm going to try to get my nighty cut out tomorrow morning. I've been working for most of the day and am knackered-do not have the energy to even iron the fabric. I have half day of work tomorrow-Sun, i know... but its in the afternoon so I'm hoping so sneak off from the children who are on school holidays, into my sewing room and cut tomorrow morning. Maybe even make progress on the sewing. Maybe if all goes well I can post a piccy on Monday evening if its done in time. Or not, as its Quilting day with the quilty friends!!<br />I'm going for minimal fuss and have decided since I couldn't find nice trim to cut the fabric to the length it would be with the trim attached and dispense with the trim altogether. I had thoughts about changing the direction to cut the pieces with for contrast around the hems-so that the hem and cuff stripes run at 90 degrees to the body, but may not bother this time around.<br />I would love a heirloom style cotton voile nighty with fabulous old world lace trim but getting that where I live will involve mail order.<br />We've been travelling alot lately and I'm just hankering for some quality sewing time to construct some clothes and quilts.<br />I admire the very organised people who have minagaed to make their sleepwear so early before the deadline.Stephanie Newmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02779662119039675249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-67731638266227230782009-09-10T17:58:24.154-07:002009-09-10T17:58:24.154-07:00We'll see Pam. I suppose I could wear a slip u...We'll see Pam. I suppose I could wear a slip underneath just for a photo. Definitely no back lighting though!Ann in Calif.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14420832663617562254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-51160697300108236552009-09-10T17:19:28.294-07:002009-09-10T17:19:28.294-07:00Haha Ann. Does that mean we won't have a photo...Haha Ann. Does that mean we won't have a photo in the gallery?Pam from South Australianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-53701518777920194822009-09-10T15:13:53.523-07:002009-09-10T15:13:53.523-07:00Anyone still working on their sleepwear? There'...Anyone still working on their sleepwear? There's still a few days left! <br /><br />I decided after all the talk of Eileen West gowns that I would attempt a knock off of my own. I drew out the pattern and made a few changes to more closely mimic my favorite nightie. I first eliminated the center front seam and the little jog upward at the hem. The pattern has sleeves but I will leave these off. Because of the sleeveless style I found I needed to draw the armholes a little deeper and cut the straps narrower at the outside edge. I also added about 2 inches to the back skirt piece so I could gather it onto the yoke. This should give me 4 extra inches total to gather and create the full, billowy effect these gowns are famous for.<br /><br />The cotton lawn I ordered turned out slightly more sheer than I expected but my husband will be the only one to see so I guess that's fine. Hopefully I'll get to cutting fabric this evening. There's nothing like a deadline to get me moving!Ann in Calif.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14420832663617562254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-89118189842076565232009-09-07T19:01:59.045-07:002009-09-07T19:01:59.045-07:00Way to go Stephanie. I also got a bargain with my ...Way to go Stephanie. I also got a bargain with my bright pink fabric. Not a colour I would have chosen, but it's growing on me. Can't wait to see your nighty.Pam from South Australianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-83262820811595441562009-09-07T03:13:26.969-07:002009-09-07T03:13:26.969-07:00Progress report! I drafted the whole nighty early...Progress report! I drafted the whole nighty early this afternoon. It was simple.<br />I notice there is not a single dart in the whole thing anywhere, I guess roomy and baggy is ok for nighty. If it needs something dart ike I might fold the fabric on me and add one as I sew!<br />I found a cotton blend knit with bright stripes-it was only $5 a metre instead of $13 as it is being discontinued...at least it will be ok to test sew the pattern with and get a feel for the pattern proportions once in fabric.<br />Fabric is drying-I did a warm wash too which may have helped to shrink it down extra.<br />As will some steam when pressing the fabric.<br />Looking forward to sewing this nighty.<br />Anc can I just say how much I'm enjoying seeing what the more organised sewers have made already? Great job everyone!Stephanie Newmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02779662119039675249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-74074414685708030242009-09-05T17:31:01.655-07:002009-09-05T17:31:01.655-07:00You have my permission as well.You have my permission as well.Ursula from Texasnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-83772356900784080652009-09-05T06:26:07.718-07:002009-09-05T06:26:07.718-07:00You have mine too. I will send the updated comple...You have mine too. I will send the updated completed photo today for the gallery.Sallynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-55254240686756790622009-09-05T00:15:57.245-07:002009-09-05T00:15:57.245-07:00You have my permission to put my photo on this blo...You have my permission to put my photo on this blog.Pam from South Australianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-69521794108440027902009-09-04T22:56:29.873-07:002009-09-04T22:56:29.873-07:00Before we post your project photos I'd like yo...Before we post your project photos I'd like you each to give us permission to put you on this blog. I must say how very GREAT the outfits are looking How excited I am to see the creativity that is coming out in your garments. We'd love to put the photos up soon so e-mail us a note of permission. <br /><br />Thanks a bunchFonnell/Grammie/momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14428737043026677865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-26863525667015811032009-09-04T18:25:42.421-07:002009-09-04T18:25:42.421-07:00Well Ursula this isn't exactly what I meant. I...Well Ursula this isn't exactly what I meant. I'm thinking that if you compare your finished full figure top to another one that fits well you will find that it may be too big all around. You may be experiencing ill fit in the armhole area but I'm not convinced this is the only problem. If the armscye is the only area that's different then by all means copying the curve should help considerably. You will always have to make adjustments to sleeve seams when you change the armscye. <br /><br />As far as copying the armscye for a woven top pattern the procedure would be the same. I wouldn't try to make a woven top from a knit pattern though. With patterns for knits some of the ease is assumed to be achieved by the stretch of the fabric. If you use a woven you will likely end up with a very close fitting garment because there is not enough ease built into the pattern. <br /><br />Your best bet would be to develop a good fitting pattern for wovens and then another for knits. Once you figure out what adjustments need to be made you can apply these to all your patterns.Ann in Calif.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14420832663617562254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-67100723448449926042009-09-04T16:41:06.948-07:002009-09-04T16:41:06.948-07:00Thanks Ann! Yes I could copy the arm area of anot...Thanks Ann! Yes I could copy the arm area of another PJ top to the paper pattern. So if the Lutterloh pattern is still too deep (long length wise) then I would just raise the armhole of to copy the PJ top that fits well? I guess I would have to take the difference off the seams of the sleeve too correct?<br /><br />I'm assuming this would apply for a woven top as well?<br /><br />Thanks again!Ursula from Texasnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-65048815425920614282009-09-04T16:23:08.391-07:002009-09-04T16:23:08.391-07:00This project IS turning out to be fun! I suspect t...This project IS turning out to be fun! I suspect the trouble with the armhole may be that the armscye is still too deep. You say you raised the armscye and shortened the shoulder seam already. This makes me think the pattern was just too large to start with. The full figure patterns are intended for those with more fullness all around. This includes more fluff under and around the arm. Have you tried comparing your PJ top to one that fits the way you like? This can even be done with your paper pattern before you ever cut into fabric. <br /><br />Since the pants fit so well at least the project was not a total wash. We can work on the fit for your top so you'll have a better result next time. Thanks for sending in your report!Ann in Calif.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14420832663617562254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-47891919734311257602009-09-04T12:55:27.688-07:002009-09-04T12:55:27.688-07:00I finished my pajamas! Here was my experience.......I finished my pajamas! Here was my experience....<br /><br />I adjusted for sloping shoulders and a sway back. I also added more height to the lower armhole and took off length from the shoulder seam. The issue I had with this top and a button-down top I did earlier this year is.....<br /><br />Armhole area:<br /><br />From the middle of the armhole to the end of the armhole (at the side seam) the seam goes AWAY from my bust area into my upper arm. When it does that, my sleeves feel a little snug around the bicep area and there's alot of extra fabric between the armhole and bust area. <br /><br />Regarding the pants, I took in 1 1/4" from above the hip on the side seams. I'm really straight and have no defined waist. I also added an inch above the waist line of the pants and sewed elastic to it and then folded it over and stitched. The knit was a bit stretchy so there's alot of pinched fabric in the stitching (they are still very comfortable!). I did not check if the waistband pattern for the pants was smaller than the waist of the pants. I'm sure I'll make these again because the crotch seam fits so well.<br /><br />I also did not do any hemming. I did lettuce leaf edgings. Next time I'll just hem because I felt it took longer than just stitching the regular way.<br /><br />I will be sending pictures regarding the armhole and my final results! Sewing these pjs together has been so much fun!<br /><br />UrsulaUrsula from Texasnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-54402550278544351532009-09-04T07:14:16.815-07:002009-09-04T07:14:16.815-07:00Good advice, Fonnell. That's exactly what I d...Good advice, Fonnell. That's exactly what I did with my placket/neckline. First I wrote out the sewing sequence, and then I drew a picture of the neck and placket area and what my plan was there. By the time I got to the placket, it went SUPER fast. Actually, the whole nightgown went really fast.<br /><br />My problem seems to be more in the fitting department, not with proportion, but with actual size. I even take very snug straight-across (not over the shoulder blades) measurements, and I consistently get something that is about a size bigger than I would have bought in the store. This has been the case with every Lutterloh I have made so far. I even paper fit my pattern to my dressform (dialed to my measurements), and that seemed to be good -- until I made the actual nightgown. Let's just say it's really, really comfortable. :-) I do like how it came out, style-wise, though! I have more fabric to test my adjusted pattern, but in reality, I shouldn't have to do that each time.<br /><br />Anyone else have issues with the fit of Lutterloh being on the, uh, generous side? If so, how do you compensate for that? I'm on the short, small side (a 4 RTW, sometimes a 6), and I don't like my clothes too loose or they just look sloppy.Sallynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-47149484336263220832009-09-03T20:54:02.367-07:002009-09-03T20:54:02.367-07:00I am hearing in some of our comments that we are a...I am hearing in some of our comments that we are a bit unsettled in the steps we do at certain times in a garment. <br /><br />First we don't like to cut until our pattern is really ready. That is solved with paper fitting most the time. <br /><br /> Next is as we do steps in sewing the garment. Let me suggest paper once again. Take a piece of paper and in mini form do the step. You may even want to redraw your pattern on some more pattern paper and fold, dart, bend, ruffle or what ever you are about to sew. Test on paper. I do it all the time. Next best is fabric mock ups. They take time so I reserve this for when the paper isn't giving me an answer. <br /><br />Ok one more week of answering sewing questions for fair goer's and I will start my pj'sFonnell/Grammie/momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14428737043026677865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-15408602274722135222009-09-03T13:56:11.445-07:002009-09-03T13:56:11.445-07:00Stephanie, if the pattern suggests a knit you coul...Stephanie, if the pattern suggests a knit you could still use a woven if it's not too firm. The fashion drawing looks like a fairly roomy garment so you may just want to start with larger seam allowances and baste at the side seams to check for fit. With a larger seam allowance you'll have a little extra room at each seam and if you don't need it you can still take it in.<br /><br />I have gotten into the habit of washing all my fabric at least two or three times before cutting. One of my biggest problems with ready to wear is shrinking in length after a few washes. There's no point in sewing my own clothes if they end up too short too. <br /><br />I hope you find some really nice fabric for your nightgown.<br /><br />Ann in Calif.Ann in Calif.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14420832663617562254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-69275861045150299332009-09-03T10:22:20.182-07:002009-09-03T10:22:20.182-07:00Stephanie, once you get the pattern drawn up, the ...Stephanie, once you get the pattern drawn up, the sewing should go pretty quickly, so I bet you'll still finish on time. :-)<br /><br />Finding fabric is definitely one of the challenges for me since I have only a JoAnn's and a local store that specializes in dance/baton fabrics with a bunch of odds and ends as far as other fabric, so finding fabric is hit or miss for me and leaves me with mail order as the only other option.<br /><br />My nightgown is complete all except for buttonholes/buttons and sleeve/bottom hems. I am very pleased with it, though it required taking additional 1/2" seams at the shoulder and additional 2-1/2" seams at the sides (it was designed as maternity wear). I do think I should have stabilized the neck, though, because it stretches very easily, so thinking on that one for now.Sallynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-26261223259159382842009-09-03T03:34:33.709-07:002009-09-03T03:34:33.709-07:00Progress...planning on drafting some of the patter...Progress...planning on drafting some of the pattern tomorrow before a weekend trip away.<br />This week has been all about basting, quilting and binding not one, but two quilts. Hand finishing one binding to do over weekend-the other is being sewn by someone else for a change!<br />I am also going to hit the local fabric shop and search for some fabric, tomorrow. I had thought voile initially and then I see the pattern suggests knits. I am assuming they reduce the size accordingly so if I cut the pattern as is and made it from non-stretch fabric, it would be too tight or uncomfortable?<br />I shall look for a cotton knit or cotton blend depending on what they have there.<br />Last cotton interlock I bought shrunk terribly even after the first wash. I should have washed it maybe twice or even three times before cutting the garment ( I washed only once forgetting how much knits can shrink).<br />I'm hoping I can make some progress and try to finish the nighty in time. I guess even if I don't make the deadline at least a nighty will be on its way.Stephanie Newmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02779662119039675249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-82344928812175810352009-09-02T15:20:28.343-07:002009-09-02T15:20:28.343-07:00Thanks, Ann! :)
It wasn't that I lost nerve ...Thanks, Ann! :)<br /><br />It wasn't that I lost nerve since I changed the pattern -- more that I lost nerve because I was afraid of finding out after the fact that I did something wrong altogether, and it's not all that easy to rip out on tee-shirt knit. My fabric is so darned cute, I don't want to mess it up.<br /><br />I have the gown half done now, about to sew the neckline and then will tackle the placket. From there it's just sleeves, side seams, and hems -- the easy part. Loving it so far.<br /><br />I think for me I'm better when I "just do it" because sometimes I can't picture how it's going to work until I actually start working it! :-) Thank you for the encouragement.Sallynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-78973604517110190722009-09-02T14:06:10.783-07:002009-09-02T14:06:10.783-07:00Yes Sally, finish the neck of the bodice before yo...Yes Sally, finish the neck of the bodice before you attach it to the gathered skirt. If you look at the e-mail I sent to you right after the one where I scanned all the other directions I’m pretty sure I explained the differences for a lined version. <br /><br />If ever you feel you need directions spelled out, you can always buy a similar pattern when the fabric store puts them on sale. It doesn’t have to be the exact same style, just close enough to outline the steps. A few basic sewing books are always a good resource to have around too. I think Fonnell mentioned her favorite in the post where she explained the cuffed shorts for you. My current favorite is Vogue sewing. I also did an internet search for “lined bodice” and came up with a couple sites that provide instructions complete with photos. So you see there are lots of places you can find directions for your sewing projects. There’s no need to lose your nerve just because you’ve made changes to the pattern.Ann in Calif.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14420832663617562254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-22292217812488757752009-09-02T11:55:01.666-07:002009-09-02T11:55:01.666-07:00Why is it that when I don't have bonafide inst...Why is it that when I don't have bonafide instructions I lose all confidence that I'm doing something the "right" way? :)<br /><br />I gathered my fronts onto the bodice, meeting the CFs of the bodice pieces at the CF line, which will actually be slit for the placket (that way all cut edges will line up vertically), and I'm about to put trim on, but I'm skeeeered to make that cut. I think that I assemble and attach the bodice lining at the neck BEFORE putting on the placket, though -- is that right?Sallynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9204432097294908162.post-15967555962663120112009-09-02T00:26:51.410-07:002009-09-02T00:26:51.410-07:00Hi everyone,
Glad to see so many trying this proj...Hi everyone,<br /><br />Glad to see so many trying this project with us. I have one more week of Fair work in the sewing department and then I will begin sewing my PJ's. I need to put a picture up for you but it is on a past posting if you want to try to find it. A loose top and pants. <br /><br />Keep working everyone.Fonnell/Grammie/momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14428737043026677865noreply@blogger.com