The Sewing Circle

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I'm Lesley, Mom to 12, Gran of 23 beautiful children, Sewist, Artist, and passionate Creative. I am here to invite you to The Sewing Circle. For those of you who may not know, a sewing circle is a group of people (you and I) who meet regularly for the purpose of sewing, chatting, community, connection, and advice. In my former life as a Mennonite, our sewing circle was a place to come work on sewing projects. As we spent the day together, we exchanged advice on household management, pregnancy and childbirth, marriage, and recipes as well as stories from years gone by. Our lunch was potluck style. We enjoyed ourselves, and as our children played together, we gathered around in love and community. Here, I strive to create the same atmosphere.
I upload a sewing video every Friday at 6 AM. for #Fridaysews.
So grab your coffee, snack, and sewing project... Let's go to Sewing Circle!


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Tomorrow's Video Giveaway will be posted at 7:00 AM. See you there!!

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Altered Rolodex ... Who could use one if these? Fabric Goals!

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What are you creating?

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Join me Live Today, Feb. 28, at 3:00 pm. Tutorial, Bag making, giveaways rtmp://a.rtmp.youtube.com/live2

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It is so good!! I sew and create for my well being. Creativity adds spark to life!

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I am on a high dose prescription for sure!!

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✨ DOUBLE GIVEAWAY – WIN TWO FREE SEWING PATTERNS! ✨

1️⃣ How to enter:

Like my latest YouTube video. https://youtu.be/ta5fOyn5x4w?si=Crx1M...
Subscribe to the Sewing Circle (you’ll get a notification bell so you never miss a new tutorial).
2️⃣ Answer the question (post your answer in the comments of the video or on the giveaway post):

What part of sewing do you find the most challenging?

🗓️ Deadline: All entries must be posted by February 4th and drawing will be held February 6th.

🏆 Winners: One lucky commenter will be randomly selected. Winner will be announced in a follow‑up video on Friday February 6th and contacted via the email associated with their YouTube account.

My answer to the challenge question:
The most challenging part of sewing for me is getting the fit right, especially when working with garments that require precise shaping (like sleeves, darts, or curve seams). Even with a well‑written pattern, every body is different, so adjusting the grainline, taking accurate measurements, and making seamless alterations can be a bit of a puzzle. Once the fit is nailed down, everything else falls into place much more smoothly!

Good luck, happy sewing, and I can’t wait to read your answers!! ~ Lesley

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Can you help me out?
Should I put the waistband on my top or keep it off? Vote below!!

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This says it ALL!! 🤗 ❤️Lesley

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