tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6454299534973486652.post6160636276395616323..comments2024-03-25T15:10:58.495-04:00Comments on Following The Thread: Instant Sewing!Melwykhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04885378201188978664noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6454299534973486652.post-79307763479511335272019-08-26T13:55:04.414-04:002019-08-26T13:55:04.414-04:00I think that's it -- I get so involved with th...I think that's it -- I get so involved with the tactile experience that I don't watch the clock. And I like to relax in my little sewing room in the evenings to decompress from work, so don't want to rush anyhow.Melwykhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04885378201188978664noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6454299534973486652.post-26986152796944330702019-08-26T13:52:47.871-04:002019-08-26T13:52:47.871-04:00All of these points are really interesting. It'...All of these points are really interesting. It's true, I love a good TNT that I can make quickly and feel good about the level of competence I now have after sewing for so long. And I like to try new and challenging items for that creative outlet that you have mentioned. <br /><br />As to the peak indie thought -- I've been starting to wonder this myself. There are a lot of simple and easy patterns out there. I have enough patterns that I can tweak that I don't really need to ever buy simple patterns again.<br /><br />So many things to ponder.Melwykhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04885378201188978664noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6454299534973486652.post-22757124680099192672019-08-26T13:46:22.016-04:002019-08-26T13:46:22.016-04:00This is a good idea - have some variety to keep th...This is a good idea - have some variety to keep things moving but not overwhelming for your closet or your habits! Love it.Melwykhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04885378201188978664noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6454299534973486652.post-24376843113515264852019-08-21T17:56:13.710-04:002019-08-21T17:56:13.710-04:00I like to alternate between TNT and new. The TNT&...I like to alternate between TNT and new. The TNT's can be prepped, cut and sewn with minimum fuss. I'm taking a "Jackets" class again this fall so sewing will be more involved. I'm not particularly speedy as I need the tactile handling of fabric and process so I never sew with an eye on the clock. That would make it too much like a job.<br />Theresa in Tucsontheresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13871779245121626075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6454299534973486652.post-35029704334345806102019-08-21T08:03:09.649-04:002019-08-21T08:03:09.649-04:00Very good question! I like the feeling of competen...Very good question! I like the feeling of competence when I can cut out and sew something really quickly. Generally that’s because it’s a pattern I’ve used before and tweaked. However, I think that I’m alternating these sorts of sews (excuse made up word!) that I do for instant gratification/fill obvious clothing gap, with more challenging projects. <br /><br />I do think you are onto something though. Trying to be sensible about sewing what is needed and not being wasteful (of fabric and time) is not always compatible with wanting to exercise one’s creativity and skill. Demented Fairy... you are lucky to have another outlet! <br /><br />Also, I do wonder if we have reached ‘peak indie pattern’ for basic/simple garments? I am seeing so many come out that are pretty much the same.<br /><br />Thanks again for a very thought provoking post.Judehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15969962629351133466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6454299534973486652.post-15359547416796617152019-08-21T05:54:27.622-04:002019-08-21T05:54:27.622-04:00Mainly I like to sew fast, for the instant gratifi...Mainly I like to sew fast, for the instant gratification that in days past I would satisfy by nipping into a shop and buying a few things. However, I also start to find it boring, so like my challenges and crazy makes. Steampunk satisfied this for a year or 2, but I have more than enough now, so making theatrical costumes has stepped back up. This gives all the fun, and lots of planning and design, but does not require the loooong slow work of a wedding gown. My sewjo is currently lacking as I'm having such fun making all these masks etc DementedFairyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13849506916345114927noreply@blogger.com