[NFB-Krafters-Korner] Sewing patterns

Sat Jul 17 18:00:30 UTC 2021

Knowing how to make shirts would be great, yes! I'm also 4-10, and it
is difficult to find petite sizes, and then they often are still too
long!

Christina V.

On 7/17/21, Tracy Carcione via NFB-Krafters-Korner
<nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Hi Joyce.
> I would love a class on how to sew a T-shirt.  I sewed some clothes when I
> was a teenager, but that was a long time ago, and I had my mom to help me
> by
> cutting out the patterns and advising me.  I'd really like to be able to
> make clothes again.  I find stuff in stores, and I think "I could make
> something like this, or even better."  It would be fun to see if I'm right.
> Tracy
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: NFB-Krafters-Korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org]
> On
> Behalf Of Joyce Kane via NFB-Krafters-Korner
> Sent: Friday, July 16, 2021 3:30 PM
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists'
> Cc: blindhands at aol.com
> Subject: Re: [NFB-Krafters-Korner] Sewing patterns
>
> 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-----
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>> On
>> Behalf Of Yolanda Thompson via NFB-Krafters-Korner
>> Sent: Thursday, July 15, 2021 6:03 PM
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>> 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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