tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post549337363552093148..comments2024-03-14T16:03:32.434-04:00Comments on Gertie's New Blog for Better Sewing: Sewing Meltdowns, Sweet BoysGertiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04314542159287533507noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-53081269376504405352010-02-02T18:11:33.592-05:002010-02-02T18:11:33.592-05:00Gertie! It's OK! Your family is right! I feel ...Gertie! It's OK! Your family is right! I feel you, girl.<br /><br />It's cliche, but look at it as a learning experience.Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12993481442606941762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-12137524611834553542010-02-02T04:50:07.330-05:002010-02-02T04:50:07.330-05:00Hello
Your little Henry looks really very cute and...Hello<br />Your little Henry looks really very cute and I like this photograph very much.Actually I like cats very much..Thank you for this good post.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.r4-carta.it" rel="nofollow">cheap r4i software</a>Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14738425985845480158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-35795988876185710802010-02-01T12:07:07.070-05:002010-02-01T12:07:07.070-05:00Oh, Gertie, I feel your pain. I spent his Saturday...Oh, Gertie, I feel your pain. I spent his Saturday trying to make a My Twin dressform. This involved wrapping my entire torso in cold, wet strips of plaster and trying to remain motionless in my underheated apartment while it dried, which the instructions said should take "5 to 10 minutes". When we began cutting into the plaster we realized that the instructions had been written for people living in Arizona and not in cold, damp London, and the still-wet plaster sagged and tore into a flapping, shapeless mass. FAIL. Hours of suffering and expense for nothing. To top it all off I was cold, covered in plaster and wearing only a girdle and a garbage bag. We called it a day and went out and got drunk.Susannahhttp://cargocultcraft.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-50462605581232238222010-02-01T11:19:07.079-05:002010-02-01T11:19:07.079-05:00I've been there! There are always those days ...I've been there! There are always those days where I end up wanting to throw my machine out the window and cast myself, Ophelia-like, into the nearest body of water. Rest assured, there will be better sewing days to come!Pattern Junkiehttp://patternjunkie.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-17614371590583639952010-02-01T08:53:20.048-05:002010-02-01T08:53:20.048-05:00You do not know how many sewing meltdowns I've...You do not know how many sewing meltdowns I've had! I've always managed to make things radically smaller than I needed. So my sympathies are with you. You husband sounds so sweet with his pep-talk! ;) I know when I have a bad sewing day, usually if my husband talks a little sense to me about things, it helps me stop freaking out (or just totally doubting my abilities to sew). :p<br /><br />But sometimes the best remedy is a good cry and a little "pampering". ;)<br /><br />♥ Casey<br />blog | elegantmusings.comCaseyhttp://elegantmusings.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-58634997115531078402010-02-01T08:22:42.691-05:002010-02-01T08:22:42.691-05:00I know the feeling - I burnt a hole in the cuff of...I know the feeling - I burnt a hole in the cuff of a chiffon blouse the other day....it was a combination of a too hot iron and the distraction caused by scampering cats....<br /><br />I had to piece together fabric for the new cuff, and haven't been back to the project since - I'm too afraid I'll mess it up again. I've already put the collar on three times, re-pleated the sleeves twice, and ripped out many many stitches because I wasn't paying attention to where the stupid fabric was slipping.<br /><br />stupid shirt.Binkydollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03114235723389534329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-85887686445950125512010-02-01T06:47:16.986-05:002010-02-01T06:47:16.986-05:00I hope you are able to work things out. If not, fe...I hope you are able to work things out. If not, feel better anyway because this is only a temporary setback.NuJoihttp://seamsenjoiable.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-67969196909438591152010-02-01T06:39:56.126-05:002010-02-01T06:39:56.126-05:00Poor you! I hope the skirt can be salvaged, partic...Poor you! I hope the skirt can be salvaged, particularly if it's lovely fabric. That photo is just gorgeous - I wish my cat were as supportive as Henry. Mine just practises her disdainful looks on me when I have sewing meltdowns.Clarehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11068859188360245469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-13565398676351015712010-02-01T05:49:24.228-05:002010-02-01T05:49:24.228-05:00I believe a good cry - for whatever reason - is cl...I believe a good cry - for whatever reason - is cleansing. Now, you're ready for a fresh start.Elarayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06487492651398001387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-74907134385274597602010-02-01T05:44:26.496-05:002010-02-01T05:44:26.496-05:00Nice to know, I am not the only one getting in tha...Nice to know, I am not the only one getting in that mood, when failing.<br />I have been working on V8280 the past week and fitting the pattern as FFRP says. But it became WAY too big. I have taken it in 8 cm in all in circumference and then the bust was wrong. I thougth I had it fixed, but after doing the shoulders, I became aware, that my fix just doesn't was enough. So a new fitting has been done in paper and I hope to recut the original bodice front. Otherwise it will go in the wastepaperbin :(<br />So all in all I was in the worst mood yesterday :(Paulsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17403872570629008148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-70708317466287562972010-02-01T01:24:03.446-05:002010-02-01T01:24:03.446-05:00Yeah, I was thinking that surely you could sell it...Yeah, I was thinking that surely you could sell it, too. But I know that's no consolation!!! I've had so many melt-downs. Not fun...(maybe some shapewear could come into play now...?)<br /><br />And does it get better than your pet coming to comfort you? So cute!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00827565948387573902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-14522913672868210582010-02-01T01:11:19.570-05:002010-02-01T01:11:19.570-05:00I love the look on Henry's face-"yeah, I ...I love the look on Henry's face-"yeah, I made Mom feel better. All it takes is fur and love. I rock!" <br /><br />Tomorrow is a new day. XoxoRedhead Sadiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07114807440333867098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-89547997628256644312010-01-31T23:05:50.502-05:002010-01-31T23:05:50.502-05:00I've just had this happen to me - with two gar...I've just had this happen to me - with two garments. The first one was going to be a fabulous purple high waisted pencil skirt with front released darts and a peek-a-boo panel at the back. All going well until the waist. The other one was a dress I did a tissue fit for, and then when I tried it on it was about 7cm too large in the bust and the waist! I had a terrible time taking it in. Tears ensued after each one. Ah well.Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04070809028433760473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-71005006932354832602010-01-31T23:02:41.459-05:002010-01-31T23:02:41.459-05:00hahaha anyone who creates has meltdowns! hahhaah I...hahaha anyone who creates has meltdowns! hahhaah I do it all the time! especially with sewing... argh!Brookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04798218808241696303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-85983289780148185232010-01-31T22:40:20.086-05:002010-01-31T22:40:20.086-05:00Oooh my gosh, what a day of meltdowns. I had a sim...Oooh my gosh, what a day of meltdowns. I had a similar one over mistakenly sending out the wrong e-mail to a job recruiter (then realizing I had freaked out over nothing, and it was the right one after all) combined with general what-am-I-going-to-do-I'm-graduating-college meltdown. I needed a break and a cool-down, too. So good for you to have your guys there for you at a time like that. Everyone has their meltdowns.Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06563451574136880370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-9448108899997493672010-01-31T22:38:55.484-05:002010-01-31T22:38:55.484-05:00awww there is nothing like a sweet pussy cat to he...awww there is nothing like a sweet pussy cat to help you feel better, though. I did exactly the same thing with the last skirt I made. Magnificent and I used the fabric from an old skirt, so no more fabric... Fortunately I managed to take the seams out a little and I could just get it on. Unfortunately I think I've gained about 5kg in the last 2 weeks, so I doubt I'll be wearing it any time soon. <br /><br />Sewing is sooooo frustrating!!Lilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18135323227934843738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-21734453408073079372010-01-31T22:34:28.840-05:002010-01-31T22:34:28.840-05:00You will survive your sewing meltdown. Just get s...You will survive your sewing meltdown. Just get some more fabulous fabric and keep sewing... Thank you for sharing even the dissappointments as we all have them.Createologyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17141896048450385243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-72413524706099417132010-01-31T21:56:22.113-05:002010-01-31T21:56:22.113-05:00Oh no! Although I guess you could always go on a c...Oh no! Although I guess you could always go on a crash diet so the skirt fits(this is a joke).<br /><br />You have wonderful male companionship, lucky you :)Lila Leedshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11580943708767670334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-78193425748499463982010-01-31T21:51:27.734-05:002010-01-31T21:51:27.734-05:00Oh, hugs to you! I can empathize; I've had sim...Oh, hugs to you! I can empathize; I've had similar mishaps. Poor gal, I'm glad Jeff and Henry were there for you. Nathalie's idea is great, if you have the heart to part with it.<br /><br />Hope the rest of your day got better. When I have a meltdown like that, some kitty love and some cookies help, plus maybe a funny movie. Then I can put myself back together and start the next day off right.<br /><br />What was it Anne of Green Gables said, something like "Tomorrow is a fresh day with no mistakes in it." Here's to a better tomorrow!Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08444647423337451493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-78916553466722672822010-01-31T21:40:26.659-05:002010-01-31T21:40:26.659-05:00Bummer. Happens to the best of us, sweetie. Coun...Bummer. Happens to the best of us, sweetie. Count me in on the sell on ebay/ use as prize school of thought.<br />-Sandra<br />And yes, you're beautiful with or without makeup.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-32764793477971111292010-01-31T21:31:42.415-05:002010-01-31T21:31:42.415-05:00I love you! I know how you feel. Exactly how you f...I love you! I know how you feel. Exactly how you feel. Isn't it so awful, especially when you actually used a fabric, not muslin and you've had such fabulous sewing triumphs and everything? I thoroughly feel your pain. Sometimes a good cry is the best thing in the world. And a good treat. Don't forget to buy yourself something lavish tomorrow.Sunnihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16380215145775412897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-62545515064664543402010-01-31T20:51:57.474-05:002010-01-31T20:51:57.474-05:00No make up? Wow you have really nice skin.
Sorry ...No make up? Wow you have really nice skin.<br /><br />Sorry about your skirt :(<br /><br />btw, I'm new to you blog. I don't sew, but I love your writing!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-80934289274088456952010-01-31T20:40:05.655-05:002010-01-31T20:40:05.655-05:00So sorry to hear of your sewing troubles. Myself.....So sorry to hear of your sewing troubles. Myself...working on the pattern and muslin for my Chanel jacket. I thought I'd be further along then I am!!! The plan for the weekend was to adjust the pattern, cut out the muslin and sew that baby up.<br /><br />Right now it is Sunday evening, 8:30 pm EST and I have all but one piece left to adjust and trace for my pattern. UGH...I had to redo the side front piece twice and then messed up on the under sleeve twice. I'm down to tracing and adjusting the upper sleeve but my back couldn't take it anymore. So off to the bedroom I went with my laptop and trusty pup "Lola"...she keeps my feet warm. ~lol~ Aren't pets wonderful??? They know when you are feeling low and know how to bring your spirits back up. <br /><br />So...tomorrow is a new day and hopefully a better one than today. <br /><br />Keep your chin up :-Dmimi ohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03308969238826902872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-76940122730296960942010-01-31T20:12:30.539-05:002010-01-31T20:12:30.539-05:00We have all been there and hate when that happens....We have all been there and hate when that happens. Tomorrow, as Scarlett say, is another dayLittle Hunting Creekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15581836733935812927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-54361684471804870712010-01-31T20:01:08.927-05:002010-01-31T20:01:08.927-05:00I agree...modify it for yourself or sell it! I'...I agree...modify it for yourself or sell it! I'm sure that it is wonderfully sewn.<br />I have been having a sewing size challenge today as well. I took accurate measurements this morning. But the dress I am making today is turning out too big! I have only made three things for myself in my entire life (all of my sewing has been for family or friends) and all three have been too big! Time to learn! Hang in there, you are an inspiration!Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03686477759898404431noreply@blogger.com