I use to make almost all of my daughters and my clothes. I even made a pair of Calvin Kline jeans and a suit for my husband. Also made things for the home ; window treatments and etc. I had tons of patterns, notions and every possible do-dad for sewing. But now I just make quilts; (sometimes easy window treatments or home decor) but I never can do a craft half way; again I have tons of fabric, notions, and every quilting do-dad there is. My husband calls me a fabric addict - and I think he's right I've always loved fabric.

I do alterations and repairs on the side. That helps pay for the quilting addiction! I also make clothing for myself when the mood hits.

I make all of William's shirts, the occasional blouse, dolls, etc. Whatever the mood strikes me to do...

I have two beautiful great granddaughters and I love to make them outfits. I also still sew for my 48 yr. old daughter. Love to make things for my home; pillows, curtains, etc. I make my husbands western style shirts and clothes for me as well. I learned to sew on a treadle machine long, long, long ago and have always enjoyed it.

A man's suit and jeans...very impressive!

I'm done some of my children's clothes, window treatments, a few clothes for my husband and myself. I just love making things period.

Everyone in my immediate family owns a down filled vest or coat. All of my 8 grandchildren have quilts from Gramma. I do alterations (reluctantly) for friends and family. I used to make dog clothing for the rich people that didn't seem to care what the cost was. I've made custom square-dancing dresses for the ladies and matching ties for the gents. I have built covers for boats, bbq's and motorcycles. I dabbled at upholstery once, but that was a fail in my mind even though the owner was estatic. I relined a guitar case, but would NEVER do that again. I kept me and my daughters off welfare by sewing 5 nights a week; whatever needed to be done.

Right now, I just quilt for me.

I've done dozens of Halloween costumes, curtains, slip covers, prom dresses, flower girl dresses, dance recital costumes, regular clothes, hooded sweatshirts, tool bags for assorted "delicate" tools, etc.

I used to make all our daughter and mine clothes. I have/do make window treatments and some home dec stuff. I still sometimes make baby things for gifts, but mostly quilt now.
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Quilting is my passion, but I do like to keep my dressmaking skills sharp occasionally. I should sew more for my granddaughter as she is at an adorable age - 2. I suppose all the fitting seems like a pain now. I will say that when I want something really special I always consider making it myself out of fabric I love. I still love Home-Dec sewing and give my window treatments regular makeovers. I seem to be on a Roman Shade theme currently :D

I made most of my daughters' and my clothes for years. One daughter is 6 feet tall with a 39" inseam and arms that only store bought men's long sleeved shirts fit. The other is a size 8 with a 30 FF bust, so they have trouble finding cloths to fit. I still make them clothes periodically. About the only thing I haven't done is the guitar case.

I've made a couple of totes for gifts recently. I made a carrier for my quilt rulers. I made a couple of Halloween costumes for my son when he was small and an Aloha shirt when he grew up. Now, it's mainly quilts.

That sounds like me

I used to make my clothes and my kids clothes. I make draperies and accessories for my home. I was also head seamstres at a bridal shop for 5 years. I worked on mostly the wedding gowns. I still do alterations fo a wedding occasionaly just to keep my skills up.

I make totes, purses, some dolls, doll clothes and a handful of clothes for my DD. I've also made slippers. mainly quilted things though.

my husband wants me to make seat covers for his Model A, I haven't dont it yet.

I made some American Girl doll clothes recently, does that count? Good grief, I feel like such a slacker compared to you all! :)

I've s sewed for all my family since I was in JR.HIgh. Sisters, nieces, Mom, daughter, Grandchildren, hubby, made leather car covers for a MG MIGet( on my FW!!)LOL some upholstery work, curtains . Just about everything but that guitar Case. Sewing was always my favorite thing to do , but I don't do it as much now, old joints don't make it easy anymore.

Like most of you, I sewed for my two girls and a few boy's
shirts. Also my own clothes, before they started production
of "talls" Now I have shrunk to a size I can buy. Made the
halloween costumes for 5 kiddos, some curtains, purses, jewelry bags, roly nesters; am sure there a few things I've forgotten. I love it as long as everything goes 'right' but now I sew more because it's something I really want, not because I have to. Makes a difference!

Oh, I forgot, when my Dad was alive I made him tool belts, over the seat of the car holders for his tools, I've also made pincushions, coasters, placemats, tablerunners, sewing machine covers, thread catchers, sewing tool belts, sewing machine organizers, curtains, armchair holders, pillowcases.. given enough time I can think of more.

Sewed for myself and kids, made suits for my ex. Had a fancy dress shop. Made all my own household things, drapery's, duvet covers etc. Made costumes for the stage including ballerina's tutu's and wedding dresses. Now have two new beautiful DGD's to sew for and enjoying that.

But, now DH found I can sew he has a list as long as his arms 'cos he is 6'3" and nothing is ever long enough. He has also had me make covers for, so far, about half of his studio equipment, keyboards, controllers, drum pads etc. so I don't want him to see or hear anything about that guitar!!!!! And no! I'm not making covers for the Harley's either! Some time I will get time to start a quilt though, lol.

I have sewn kids clothes, my clothes, men's slacks in my day, but my favorite thing to do is make dolls, and their clothes, I make angel bunnies, goldfish, sock monkeys and other things. I love to make anything minature.

I do, what ever is needed, to be mended, some clothing, etc. Lots of fun things. Am currently working on my dinning room valance and chair pads.:)

I don't make clothing just stuff.

I used to sew for my kids when they were little, and make some of my own clothing. I also love to make dolls.

My most recent project was covers for my sewing machine and serger although they were quilted covers. I have an outfit cut out for myself waiting to be sewn.

I don't make clothes, but I do make things for the house, curtains etc.

I sew clothes, curtains, purses, totes and do alterations. I am currently working on my first quilt, but its just a rag quilt thought it would be easier to start with. I would love to see some of the dolls alot of you are talking about you make, I would love to make dolls.

I started working at the drycleaners in town, hemming pants and doing repairs. This progressed to shortening drapes, and relining jackets and umpteen coat zippers. Also worked 10 years for a bridal shop, I particularly enjoyed doing the beadwork on the dresses (after making the alterations). I found that very relaxing. Today, my hubby has to wrap his jeans around the sewing machine to make sure they get mended!

I use to sew for my children, especially for my daughter. My greatest joy was making her wedding dress. I use to do all kinds of crafts. I did costume sewing while in college. Neither my children or grandchildren have ever had a store bought costume. I passion now is quilting. I just don't have enough time to devote to it.

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Besides quilting have throu the years made many other things. Never Roman shades. My daughter asked to make her some. Where can I find the pattern, I'm sure I can do it. She is an extreme perfectionist, so i want to do a good job. She also said something about them being stringless.
Any suggestions would be most welcome.
Thank you in advance

I made all new cushions for my wicker furniture on my screened in patio. They turned out so nice, first time to try that. Took the old one off and used for pattern. Worked great, had two chairs, one rocker and one settee..Saved a lot of $$ doing it myself rather than buying new ones. The stuffing was still really good inside. Enjoyed the project.

"Fabric-addict"...well you've come to the right place, I think that could be said of most of us here! What is it about fabric that just speaks to you? Sometimes I think it is emotional, like memories. I am a complete sucker for anything that reminds me of our cabin, when I was a child. It is comforting. Better fabric than food, I say.;)

I used to sew clothing & home-dec., but really I can't seem to stray from quilting too often now. I do make the occasional costume for my older kids, or draperies as needed. I really need to go back to sewing my own blouses. For most of you, you will understand why. If you took the 5 women I see the most we couldn't be more different in shape; pear, apple, whatever you want to call us...tall, short, skinny, wide, busty, flat...it's just not as easy as most men have it. In addition, I really hate shopping for anything that's not sewing-related. I'd rather shop for fabric & a pattern than try on clothes all day.

"A man's suit and jeans...very impressive!" As another member said, I couldn't agree more! Where did you get all the experience or are you just persevering?

I make garments as well as quilting. I just love to sew
peggy

I do quite a bit of home dec - bed skirts and spreads (I really like doing these), duvet covers, window coverings, table coverings and cornice boards. I love a beautiful room! I have a closet for all of my coverings so I can change them regularly.

Years ago I did quite a bit of clothing and wedding gowns but I can't ever see myself doing them again.

We are a very tall family as well. I am 5'-9.5", but am now the shortest in my family. Even my 13 y.o. DD has passed me by. I have found JCPenneys to be my best bet for tall skinny clothes, unless you Want to make DH shirts. I have made knit LS T-shirts for my DH, with my serger & a raglan sleeve...works out nice. Just wanted to give you a heads up, that JCP carries Extra Talls, which work for my DH who's 6'4". I can always buy what's on sale online, slightly out of season, for a great price...with minimal altering, if needed. I like the St. John's Bay brand for a good sleeve length, & it won't shrink if it's a blend. Hope you might find something to your liking there. I get free shipping coupons all the time, & they let you return to store with no problem. I got the our tall men all collared fleece jackets, this past January, for about $12 each (orig. about $60).

I also do all types of sewing, garment, home-dec, tractor seat covers, LOL! I also do other types of needle work. I most enjoy hand embroidery next to quilting and also still love making western shirts for the men in my life. Of all things I do, the one I hate doing is patching denim jeans. Being married to a farmer, I doubt I'm going to get away from that anytime soon. Ha!

So, do you have any secrets to share on patching? My DH also goes through the jeans quickly & I only buy the darkest blue stiff ones-Wrangler with rivets. I haven't tried that powder (Bo Nash) they sell at sewing/quilting shows...somehow supposed to make a patch blend well. Have you tried it?

I made clothes for my children growning up, myself, my ex-husband, friends, etc. I still make some of my own clothes, home dec stuff, totes & bags. But quilting is my main love now.
Blessings,
MaryAnna

I'm with you. I've done alterations in my home for many years...and yes, it pays for all the fabric and stuff