http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/-t1.htm Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:37:26 GMT 10 http://i57.servimg.com/u/f57/11/07/88/16/banner12.jpg http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/-t1.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/projects-t46.htm BygoneKnits What's everyone working on? Or recently (or not-so-recently) finished? What's up next? A few things I recently finished up: 1964 pullover by Pauline Denham (needs to be properly blocked, obviously -- it's looking a tad rumpled at the moment)...the collar opens in the back. 1936 diagonally ribbed scarf by Minerva (with monogramme)...um...yeah...had a wee bit of trouble removing all of the stray kitty fur.... I also made another, but altered the pattern a bit to be ... Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Fri, 11 Jan 2008 19:46:41 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/projects-t46.htm#366 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/projects-t46.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/making-your-owncurtains-t262.htm lindydiva I am no seamstress! Just the same, I wanted custom curtains in my "new" kitchen, and making them myself was the only way. I found great vintage repro fabric online and now I have curtains on my cabinets. It took all day, as I still haven't messed around with my "new" sewing machine. I have not used a sewing machine since I was about 12 years old (really). But thanks to a good iron and my needle and thread I'm done. I still need curtains for the windows. ... Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:37:26 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/making-your-owncurtains-t262.htm#3167 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/making-your-owncurtains-t262.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/vintage-patterns-t67.htm lindydiva
I don't really sew, but I've dragged myself through a couple of them. And of course I collect them!

My favorites are 30s patterns, most especially 1932-35.]]> Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Tue, 15 Jan 2008 18:39:30 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/vintage-patterns-t67.htm#481 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/vintage-patterns-t67.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/substituting-yarns-t134.htm kamikat I have a project in mind that calls for Bernat Nylo Germantown. I haven't had a luck finding it on eBay. The pattern calls for size 7 needles, so my guess would be a worsted. My confusion comes from the fact that on the same page, there is another pattern using the same yarn that calls for size 10 needles ad the next page uses the same yarn with size 4 needles. Since I'm brand new to knitting, should I just take the book into my LYS and have the owner tell me what to get? (if it helps with ... Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Wed, 20 Feb 2008 14:10:34 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/substituting-yarns-t134.htm#1238 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/substituting-yarns-t134.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/varigated-yarnsopinions-t118.htm lindydiva
I know they are screamingly popular right now, and some of them are pretty, but so many just look messy to me.

There are some, though, they even out when knit into a particular pattern, or look wonderful used in Fair Isle. I like those, and have a few in my stash.

Does anyone here knit with it? (Seems that it's primarily used for socks these days.)]]> Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Wed, 06 Feb 2008 21:02:12 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/varigated-yarnsopinions-t118.htm#1031 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/varigated-yarnsopinions-t118.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/old-sewing-machines-t202.htm Delirium Does anyone else sew with an old sewing machine? If so, what models? My favourite machine is my 1958 Singer 99k. I sew corsets and she'll get through the layers without breaking a sweat. She also has attachments that work, unlike the feet for my modern machine. I've also got a Singer 15 (20s with later adaptions) and my mums 60s Jones. I've had a few others that i've cleaned up and passed on. Including a lovely little handcrank 28k from 1901 with a coffin top case. It's lovely seeing them ... Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:44:52 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/old-sewing-machines-t202.htm#2169 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/old-sewing-machines-t202.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/the-sewing-room-t150.htm Miss Roulette I'm trying to organise my sewing room. At the moment I have a large table where my sewing machine sits. I'd like to get another table for my overlocker (serger) as at the moment it stays on the floor until I need to use it, which is inconvinent and takes up time moving it. I have all my fabric and patterns in large plastic tubs which are stacked up by the wall. I find it very messy and not easily accessable (particularly as I have a large mending pile that sits on top of the plastic ... Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Thu, 28 Feb 2008 12:50:35 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/the-sewing-room-t150.htm#1474 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/the-sewing-room-t150.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/crochet-t141.htm Miss Roulette
I remember when I first started knitting I had awful tension, would end up with the wool so tight I could barely put the needle though. It wasn't until a friends gran helped me that I got the hang of it.]]> Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Sat, 23 Feb 2008 22:11:05 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/crochet-t141.htm#1372 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/crochet-t141.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/another-gauge-question-t174.htm kamikat Gauge swatches are killing me! It's not a vintage pattern, but it's a simple, timeless cardi. I'm using the yarn that the pattern calls for and having trouble getting my gauge right. The pattern calls for size 8 needles. On size 8 needles, my swatch is 1/2in too small. On size 9 needles, my swatch is almost 1in too big. What do you recommend? Does the needle make a difference (ie, bamboo vs metal)? Here is the pattern http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEspring03/PATTsitcomchic.html Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Mon, 17 Mar 2008 10:54:45 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/another-gauge-question-t174.htm#1761 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/another-gauge-question-t174.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/stupid-newbie-question-gauge-t114.htm kamikat When doing a gauge swatch, should it be in pattern? I want to start on a ribbed sweater (the book is 1954), but I'm having a very hard time with gauge. Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Mon, 04 Feb 2008 01:39:05 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/stupid-newbie-question-gauge-t114.htm#964 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/stupid-newbie-question-gauge-t114.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/new-trousers-t130.htm kamikat I finally finished www.vintagefashionlibrary.com's 1940's trousers. This pattern took alot of tweaking to make work. In the end, I took out 2 inches from the crotch depth and would take out another 1/2in on the next pair. While marked as a size 28waist (I have a 31 waist), these pants barely fit me and when I lose another few pounds, they will be falling off. My guess is they would fit great on a 32 waist, but make a muslin, as always. It could just be my figure. I decided to do a back zip, instead ... Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Mon, 18 Feb 2008 15:09:58 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/new-trousers-t130.htm#1199 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/new-trousers-t130.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/movie-stars-knitting-t70.htm lindydiva
Myrna Loy (pencil hold).

Hedda Hopper.]]> Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Tue, 15 Jan 2008 20:47:22 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/movie-stars-knitting-t70.htm#498 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/movie-stars-knitting-t70.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/ravelry-knitty-etc-t14.htm Mimi
You can find me on Ravelry as LHVintageKnits.

I know LindyDiva is on Knitty...who else?

are there any other good sites we're missing?]]> Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Sat, 05 Jan 2008 19:17:37 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/ravelry-knitty-etc-t14.htm#70 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/ravelry-knitty-etc-t14.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/illusion-knitting-t123.htm the_librarian
I'll admit it: I know NOTHING about knitting, but I did just see a good story on "illusion knitting" that you might like. Here's the link:

http://www.wikihow.com/Illusion-Knit

It looks neat...I wonder if this would work on a pair of socks????


Just thought you might like the link.....]]> Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Mon, 11 Feb 2008 19:46:19 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/illusion-knitting-t123.htm#1114 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/illusion-knitting-t123.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/alterations-advice-for-a-20s-dress-t76.htm lindydiva
I am not what you'd call a seamstress, but I can do simple repairs and such.

Ideas? I want them to work well with the rest of the dress as it is. I've considered taking them off, and adding lingerie touch flutter sleeves & collar.]]> Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Wed, 16 Jan 2008 03:20:05 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/alterations-advice-for-a-20s-dress-t76.htm#530 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/alterations-advice-for-a-20s-dress-t76.htm http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/felt-craft-t41.htm Ali
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I also would like to make some cute nighties and aprons...]]> Sewing, Knitting & Crocheting Fri, 04 Jan 2008 22:12:46 GMT http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/doll-clothes-and-lingere-t12.htm#50 http://thesocialclub.forumotion.com/sewing-knitting-crocheting-f15/doll-clothes-and-lingere-t12.htm