I should have listened to you guys - Part 2

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12-11-2010, 06:19 AM

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sewgull

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The jackets are so cute. We learn the hard way.
Merry Christmas.

12-11-2010, 06:22 AM

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sueisallaboutquilts

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Oh well, it's behind you now. It's adorable by the way!!! :D

12-11-2010, 06:37 AM

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Well, you can't blame her for wanting them. They are great!

12-11-2010, 11:23 AM

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lalaland

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Originally Posted by FQ Stash Queen

My, my, wonder where you came up with the name "lalaland" for a Board Name? What were you thinking (or not, maybe). It is a perfect resemblance and I presume she provided the fabric with no pattern (people who don't sew always seem to assume we are dressmakers). Good job and even better, good lesson to learn on something sorta simple. I get to laugh cuz I've done the same thing myself, said yes and found out when they showed up that it included beading, sequins, let out the arms just 1/2", add some lace to the bottom so she can wear heels, etc. NO MORE! I know somebody you can pay to do it for you. LOL

I can't take credit for "lalaland", that nickname was given to me by my coworker, we worked together for 15 years (she retired last year). She even gave me a rock that says lalaland on it, I display it proudly in my office.

12-11-2010, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by watterstide

what a great job you did! it is a really cute one!
they are offering a class at our Joanns to make one in fleece..love the idea of no hemming!

thanks so much for the update and the pictures!

One thing I do is use a rotary cutter with a fancy blade so if you learn how to make the jackets you might want to cut the girls with a wave or scallop blade and the boys with a pinking blade or a regular straight edge. I use the decorative blade to cut the lines that will show and a straight edge to cut the lines that will be sewn together.