Great tips for sewing Jersey

Sharon from Handmaiden has put together a fantastic post on Tops Tips for sewing Jersey It's one fabric that most who are new to sewing maybe be a little hesitant to try. So here are a few words of wisdom:

• Like Sharon has done in her post, choose an easy pattern to start with. One with no zips & button holes is even better.
• Machine baste all seams first to minimise slippage
• Use bias tape on the shoulder seams to stop pulling
• Use a Ballpoint needle to punch through the Jersey rather then cut it

Finish reading Sharon's post & other tips here, she even gives you all the pattern details of this dress that she has made. Some other great forum & website links for sewing with jersey are:

• Etsy Forum
• esewingworkshop.com

• DIY Style

Then if you are all inspired and ready to give it a go, try these links for Jersey fabric patterns.

• Burda's Ulla Maaria Dress
• Burda's Idit Top
• alteredcloth.com - Free jersey gathered skirt pattern

White, Natual & Coloured Twill now available

Twill tape has unlimited uses. I am going to try stamping and I also plan I using it like a bias around aprons as it ties well.

Coloured Cotton Twill tape is 1.25" in width (approx 32mm) and both White & Natural Cotton Twill tape is 1" wide (approx 25mm). Available in White, Natural, Medium Pink, Light Yellow, Sea Green & Denim. All tapes are light weighted. Purchase now via the online store

Fabric & Haby sale in Fremantle!

Sandra from Sewanista Fashion Workshops in WA passed this flyer onto me this morning.

So if you are in the area don't miss out!

More bag & purse accessories to keep all you sewers busy!

Instead of using buttons, zips, metal frame or press studs as the closure to your bag or purse, why don't you add a magnetic stud closure. Available now in the online store. Here are a couple of cute little handles to go with your bag closures. Available in black & white check or black. Click here to view And lastly this very cute little purse frame. Only 85mm, it would make the perfect coin purse. Refer to my previous post here for tutorials & tips on using the metal purse frames. Available now in the online store

Twill Tapes on their way!

I have today placed a large order of twill tapes including natural, white & a variety of colours. There are so many uses for this trim. I hope to have a go at either stamping or printing the tapes. I will list all varieties as soon as they arrive. Can't wait!

New Grammy designs in Iron on Transfer range

The new supply of iron on transfers from Tracie76 Photography includes some new designs in her adorable Grammy series. Available now in the online store

Bow Clips to make your own hair accessories

These bow clips come in 2 different sizes:

60mm in length - 8 clips per pack

80mm in length - 6 clips per pack

Add your own ribbon, buttons, fabric yo-yo's or even crocheted flowers!
Available now in the online store

Make you own cute hairclips

In this months Haby Goddess newsletter and I will show you how to make these very cute girls hair clips with bow clips. You will have most of the items needed already. They only take a matter of minutes and are soooo easy. Subscribe now!

New Lara Cameron goodies

Melbourne based textile designer Lara Cameron has provided The Haby Goddess with yet another gorgeous range of fabrics & kits. DIY cushion cover kits, reversible notebook cover kits & new A4 tote bag kits, 2 & 3 fabric mixed packs All organic cotton/hemp or cotton/linen fabrics are hand screen printed using enviromentally friendly inks by Ink & Spindle All items are now available in The Haby Goddess online store.

Russian Matryoshka Dolls now in denim!

Everybody loves Russian Matryoshka Dolls! Now these adorable buttons from Buttons by Lou Lou come in a denim base fabric or original white.

Available now in the online store. But hurry, they are sure to fly out the door as have the funky cats, ballerina's & little red riding hood sets.