[NFB-Krafters-Korner] Sewing patterns

[slery]

We have plenty of people like this and at one time considered state 
chapters but there have never been enough people to make a state chapter 
work. Several of us have had demos or a gathering of crafters at our 
state conventions to get the word out.

Cindy

On 7/16/2021 11:15 PM, Ericka via NFB-Krafters-Korner wrote:
> Thank both for your story and diehard crafting committment. This is a great resource, great people and honesrly wish there were state krafter clubs.
>
> There are lots of blind peoples in Janesville WI. I am hoping to meet some crafters here to connect with. Hands om teaching is easiest for me.. you all are great teachers I want you to know, but I want someone to feel what I doing and get instant feedback. I am a pathetically slow learner.
>
> Ericka Nelson
>
>> On Jul 16, 2021, at 2:30 PM, Joyce Kane via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> I have taught sewing here at Krafters Korner and listening to your comments
>> may I make a few suggestions.
>>
>> First Freezer is perfect to make patterns out of.  It is stronger and will
>> last a lot longer then the traditional patterns.  Folks also can see thru
>> the freezer paper and try to get someone to trace the pattern on freezer
>> paper and cut it out for you.
>>
>> You can use a piece of clothing that fits you and make a pattern on freezer
>> paper on it.  Be sure to add seam allowance if you are going to use your
>> favorite clothing.
>>
>> As far as sewing on a sewing machine, I have asked  students to have
>> someoine teach themn to thread their machines.  Different makes and models
>> thread the machine in different ways..  I have sewn on lots of machines and
>> probably can sit at any sewing machine and figure out how to thread it, but
>> I have been sewing  for 60 years and have sewn on a lot of machines.
>>
>> There has been a couple  of hand sewing classes taught lately, so watch on
>> this list for more to come.
>>
>> I have played with the idea of teaching a T-Shirt class, but have not
>> figured out what to do about a pattern.  I have master patterns of t-shirts
>> in all sizes from 3 months size to men's 3 or 4 XLarge and all between.   I
>> have no lightperception and I suddenly went blind 24 years ago and wanted so
>> badly to get back to my sewing, knitting, & crafting and as I learned how to
>> do these things without sightthat is why I created Krafters Korner so there
>> would be a place to come and learn those lost skills and learn new crafting
>> skills.
>> Joyce Kane
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf
>> Of Christina V. via NFB-Krafters-Korner
>> Sent: Friday, July 16, 2021 2:49 PM
>> To: List for blind crafters and artists <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Christina V. <bluebonnet1988 at gmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [NFB-Krafters-Korner] Sewing patterns
>>
>> Well, since I've seen this, I'll attempt to get over my nerves, and say
>> hello!
>>
>> I'm new here, not yet a member of anything, but was recommended to look up
>> the group and page by someone on Facebook. The list seems more like a space
>> for announcements than a discussion group, so I've been hesitant to post.
>> But I'm not going to learn anything, that way, am I?
>> *grin*
>>
>> Have been enjoying the talk of woodworking, and it's encouraging to hear
>> what's possible!
>>
>> But I'm here because I would really like to learn how to sew. I'm totally
>> blind, so there's the obstacle of not being able to get much from Youtube
>> videos, and pages with mostly pics for description! I've done a lot of
>> reading online, and I know the names of the parts of the machine, but not
>> physically how to locate them on the machine, so can't figure out threading,
>> etc. I have no sighted assistance with this, at the moment, and I'm a bit
>> discouraged about it all.
>>
>> I thought I'd start with sewing by hand, and can devote more effort toward
>> that when time and 4-year-old twins permit, but some guidance on that would
>> still be helpful, too; I'm unsure how to create various stitch types I've
>> read about, as they too never seem to be described in words.
>>
>> I'd appreciate tips on any useful tools for measuring and cutting fabric.
>>
>> Just being able to make some basic skirts for myself and my daughter would
>> be wonderful!
>>
>> Thanks for any help! I'm open to contact off list, email or by phone, btw.
>> If anyone happens to be nearby as well, I'm in Austin TX, and it would be
>> lovely to meet some new friends.
>>
>> Christina
>> bluebonnet1988 at gmail.com
>>
>>
>>> On 7/16/21, Tracy Carcione via NFB-Krafters-Korner
>>> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> Thanks Yolanda.  That's a great idea.
>>> Tracy
>>>
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: NFB-Krafters-Korner
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>>> On
>>> Behalf Of Yolanda Thompson via NFB-Krafters-Korner
>>> Sent: Thursday, July 15, 2021 6:03 PM
>>> To: List for blind crafters and artists
>>> Cc: Yolanda Thompson
>>> Subject: Re: [NFB-Krafters-Korner] Sewing patterns
>>>
>>> Hi,
>>> I sew like this all the time; however, use freezer paper to layover
>>> your item and cut your pattern from there.
>>>
>>>> On 7/15/21, Tracy Carcione via NFB-Krafters-Korner
>>>> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>> I don't have anyone to cut out patterns for me, unless I get my
>>>> sister to cut one out and mail it to me.
>>>>
>>>> I'm wondering, could I get some fabric, lay it over something I like,
>>>> cut it out, leaving a seam allowance, and sew it together.  Would
>>>> that work?
>>>>
>>>> I'd pick out something without darts, pleats, or such, at least to start.
>>>>
>>>> Tracy
>>>>
>>>>
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