I recently got back into sewing because I got tired of not finding clothing in stores that fit me. Or the stores have stopped carrying as much in the stores because everyone buys more online. I'd recommend the viking how to sewing dictionary if you need a visual step by step how to. Considering it's been a couple decades since I have made my own cloths I'm a bit rusty.
@SewSewLounge4 күн бұрын
I can’t find anything I love enough to justify spending the money at stores. Plus the quality of fabric and garment construction has declined since the pandemic. I’d much rather buy fabric I love and sew it myself so I know it will last. Welcome back to sewing ❤️
@craftybookworm82807 ай бұрын
I already have new look 6263 in my stash so I would enjoy watching a sew along.
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
Excellent! A lot of my viewers have that pattern so a sew along will be lots of fun.
@ejd1284 ай бұрын
I picked up some New Look at Hobby Lobby on clearance. I am just getting started, but I am excited to see how things go for you. I just recently found your channel.
@SewSewLounge4 ай бұрын
I’m glad you were able to find New Look patterns in person! I’m going to be making a video about sewing 6263 next week, if that happens to be one you bought.
@lisazimmerman56224 ай бұрын
Yes! I started seeing a bunch of 99¢ pattern haul videos for New Look at Hobby Lobby, so hit them up and picked up 30 patterns.
@SewSewLounge4 ай бұрын
@@lisazimmerman5622 that’s is an EXCELLENT pattern haul! Glad that you found so many great patterns ❤️
@janeferguson44556 ай бұрын
I've bought them for YEARS ! I LOVE them !
@SewSewLounge6 ай бұрын
I’m looking forward to using them!
@lilye88276 ай бұрын
Suggestion: leave the pattern in the upper right corner throughout your talk about the pattern. Thanks for your presentation!
@SewSewLounge6 ай бұрын
I will do that next time! Thanks for the suggestion ☺️
@janematthews65797 ай бұрын
Hi Toni, I am enjoying your channel more and more, especially when you mention sewing for the Texas climate. I am in Alvarado, just south of Fort Worth and have been struggling with connecting with other garment sewers here since tge focus seems to be on quilting. Have you ever thought of arranging a meet-up with other youtube garment sewers from Texas like Angel from Ithinkicansewit or Sharon from Sharon Sews? You seem to have the energy to make it happen. Also, your Grandma is just as much fun as you are. Very sincerely, J
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment Jane. Thankfully the Texas weather is always changing so it provides lots of opportunities to wear summer clothes year ‘round 🤣 thanks for the suggestion about getting together with other Texas sewing KZfaqrs! I’m actually not familiar with the ones you suggested so I’ll check them out!
@alisonsmith22197 ай бұрын
Thank you! Thank you! Toni, I am really excited to do the New Look 6263 sew along with you. I was initially recommended this pattern from Fabric Frenzy on the Gold Coast. I also have some of the other New Look patterns that you have shown today. I too don't buy patterns without bust darts. They provide a better fit on the finished garment. Looking forward to sewing with you, Cheers Alison
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! I’m excited about my new patterns too. I got several that I’m really looking forward to sewing.
@vlynnkepley48217 ай бұрын
I love New Look patterns.
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
I like the one I’ve sewn and looking forward to sewing more!
@Mary-el3pi6 ай бұрын
Ive really enjoyed this! So many of these patterns look like the NewLook ones that I sewed during the 60’s!
@SewSewLounge6 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! I thought some of them had a 60s feel to them. But then again, they are classic styles that will always look great ☺️
@anaugueto46956 ай бұрын
I love 6298! Love a cute knit sweater dress with v-neck and pockets :)
@SewSewLounge6 ай бұрын
I love that you’re catching up on my videos 😻
@sharonwinter40047 ай бұрын
New look patterns are easy to get here (Britain) but can be expensive, I have loads I have not tried yet and I am so pleased that several of the ones I have you showed in your haul, can’t wait to sew along.
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
Yay! I’m so happy you are looking forward to my upcoming makes ☺️ I wasn’t sure how many people used New Look patterns when I decided to make the video.
@jillk23347 ай бұрын
I love New Look patterns! They have nice styles and a good price. One of my favorites is 6597. I’ve made the tank and short sleeve versions many times. In fact, I was at Joanne’s this morning buying a new spring brushed knit to make the short sleeve version. I can make it up quickly and it has a nice drape to it. Enjoyed looking at your pattern haul!
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
That is awesome! Glad to hear such a sincere pattern endorsement. I’m looking forward to making it ☺️
@anaugueto46956 ай бұрын
And you know I love a maxi knit dress!
@SewSewLounge6 ай бұрын
I know you do. It’s the ultimate travel dress 😉
@pamanderson58417 ай бұрын
Just found your channel!!! Thank you!
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
Yay, welcome! I'm so glad that you're here 😊
@Upcycledbaglady6 ай бұрын
I can’t wait for the sew along! It looks like a really fun pattern.
@SewSewLounge6 ай бұрын
It should be fun. I’m looking forward to it too!
@jammymommy7 ай бұрын
I can’t wait to see these sewn up with your reviews😉love your picks!
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
Yay! Thank you!
@denisetheslothsewist7 ай бұрын
Love the New Look patterns that you picked up
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
Awesome! I’m excited about them too ☺️
@bohemiansusan28977 ай бұрын
I've made 6298 a few times from sweater knits, cotton knit and ponte knits.
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
Good to know a variety of knits can be used. Thanks for sharing ☺️
@lorirees42487 ай бұрын
Great patterns. Good choices.
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
Thank you! I’m excited to start sewing.
@daxxydog57777 ай бұрын
My experience is that New Look's idea of "easy" is sometimes just a lie. 😂 I bought one marked easy and it had no less than TWELVE pieces in the lined bodice alone! A lot like Vogue's idea of easy.
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
🤣🤣🤣 that’s just crazy. 12 pattern pieces is what I’d expect from an “easy” Vogue pattern, but not New Look!
@tamara38387 ай бұрын
That’s true about some of the New Look patterns. I personally don’t buy them much because they will say easy and they are not.
@karendarrell48457 ай бұрын
Thank you for this great review! I am just beginning my sewing journey and it's helpful to know about patterns. I really like pattern 6687. Really hoping to sew along with you!
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
6688 will definitely happen. I’m always in need of a chic knit outfit! I’m excited to be part of your sewing journey-please let me know if you have any questions or need help ☺️
@karendarrell48457 ай бұрын
Yay! Will do!@@SewSewLounge
@feliciajones33947 ай бұрын
Hi the last two pattern you show they look like Vogue patterns they were very easy to me to sew Vogue patterns that's what I used to make some of my clothes
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
Very interesting. Can you share the vogue pattern numbers? I’d like to compare the patterns and instructions ☺️
@marggonz97157 ай бұрын
6263 that started it all, I made in the 60’s in the 8th grade neck band is not difficult
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
If you were sewing in the 8th grade, you probably had a good teacher. If only we could all be so lucky!
@bizzybits191811 күн бұрын
I like the raglan pattern, but is that only for knits?
@SewSewLounge9 күн бұрын
I have the check as I’m not sure which pattern you’re referring to.
@m.b.ortega5447 ай бұрын
The dress you chose to do a sew-a-long with has bow options in the front. Bows are trendy this year. I have a few New Look patterns too and really like the styles it features. Unfortunately, my Jo-ann in Southern CA doesn't carry this brand. Since the fall of 2023 it hasn't sold the new collections (Winter, Spring 2023/2024) of the Big 4 patterns either. I think it must be due to the massive inflation/ bad economy we are all in.
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
I probably won’t make my version with a bow, since I’ve never been a fan. Probably because I was forced to wear bows when I was little 🤣
@blufaerie7 ай бұрын
View b of 6524 looks like that popular Liberty Fabrics dress all the UK sewists are making…
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
I will have to look for that! Thanks for letting me know ☺️
@carolskelley86186 ай бұрын
Just recently watch your video with your pattern haul. I am wondering if you have any good suggestions for storing a lot of patterns.
@SewSewLounge6 ай бұрын
I am fortunate to have a metal simplicity pattern cabinet that I got when my local fabric store closed. But I also use cardboard pattern boxes as well.
@Amoresable4 ай бұрын
Hi so did you give away ur extra patterns? If not I’d like to take one from your hands please let me know.❤
@SewSewLounge4 ай бұрын
I still have one left that went unclaimed. If you want it send me an email 😉
@ZeldaSews7 ай бұрын
Hi Toni! Our Hobby Lobby has outdated NL patterns. They are nice, but the size range usually are not inclusive to my size! You picked up some fabulous patterns!❤
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
I didn’t actually realize the size range was so limited that until I ordered them and there was only one drop down size option. Thanks for watching! I’m looking forward to trying out some new patterns.
@albanilorenz3 ай бұрын
Omg I just bought a bunch of patters for 99 cents each at hobby lobby and they’re almost $7 😅
@SewSewLounge3 ай бұрын
Woo-hoo! You are winning 🎉
@Acapulc9417 ай бұрын
I've never heard of New Look. Is it another brand or a division of a brand, like Simplicity?
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
Apparently it’s a division of Simplicity per the discussion on the livestream yesterday.
@pleasebekind91157 ай бұрын
You referred to “scuba” I think on the last pattern-can you clarify what kind of fabric that is please? Thanks!
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
It’s the same type of neoprene fabric, which is a type of double knit, that’s actually called scuba and is used for scuba suits. It’s a thicker and more stable than knits used for dresses and athleisure. At my local Joann’s it’s in the interior/decor fabric section.
@pleasebekind91157 ай бұрын
@@SewSewLounge thank you so so much! Makes sense. I just made a half zip knit top that I’ve heard referred to as a “scuba” top. The fabric I bought (can’t remember where) was billed as French terry but it’s really not-it’s fuzzy, not loopy, on the inside. I’m stuck at the bottom band-the fabric itself does not have enough stretch, so until I dredge up the correct ribbing I’m at an impasse. For the sleeve cuffs I took some from someone’s old long johns and they worked great! Thanks for posting, reading and responding!
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
@@pleasebekind9115 you are very welcome! I haven’t used scuba fabric yet. The biggest challenge with it seems to be permanent creases in the fabric when you get it from improper handling. The fabric at Joann’s looks and feels very nice but for that damage. Good luck finishing your half zip knit top ❤️
@Kay-hg2vo3 ай бұрын
Thought New Look was going out of business?
@SewSewLounge3 ай бұрын
All of the new look patterns are available at simplicity.com. I can’t ever find the one I want in stores so not sure what’s going on there.
@tamara38387 ай бұрын
6740 has terrible instructions.
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
Good to know! Thanks.
@tamara38387 ай бұрын
@@SewSewLounge you are welcome. I was a little disappointed, because it’s a pretty dress.
@SewSewLounge7 ай бұрын
@@tamara3838 I’m sorry to hear that! It’s so frustrating when the “instructions” don’t help with sewing the pattern. I will figure it out and share how I sew it 😉