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Has everyone seen all the wonderful cows that are painted by artists? They are placed all around the city and the boroughs. Don't you think there should be a sewing cow? They are great inspiration.
Fah gal
New York City, USA - Friday, June 30, 2000 at 00:46:12 (EDT)

tube top girl - i recommend getting some muslin and trying to make your own pattern. if you experiment and get something you like, you can take it apart and use it as a pattern for the tube cloth you want to use. ALSO - we are in COSMO GIRL, August 2000 issue! page 64. check it out!
webgirl
USA - Monday, June 26, 2000 at 14:20:10 (EDT)

I want to make a tube top out of a cotton fabric that does not stretch. It should zip up the back I guess. I have looked EVERYWHERE for a pattern and I really must make this shirt. Does anyone know how to do it or where to find a pettern for non-stretch fabrics? I'd really aappreciate it. Thanks. E-mail me if you have a solution.
Candace <aliceinawe@hotmail.com>
Carmel, Carmel USA - Wednesday, June 21, 2000 at 17:36:13 (EDT)

œàðàãàÿ åëèññà âñ¸ õîðîøåãî èç Ìîñêâà øòåôôåí è œîìåíèê We've been admiring the fashions here in Moscow and we have to tell you sewers on the other side of the Iron Curtain that the eighties look is very much the fashion and that men, even the butch ones are, are carrying handbags like women. Another class coming up I think!!! The brightest pink on women and high heels without straps: Walk with attitude. Dom & Steffen xx
steffen & dom <steffen.ott@spok-berlin.de>
berlin, germany - Friday, June 16, 2000 at 06:56:32 (EDT)

our halter top pattern looks really cute when you wear a "T"shirt under it and then you will be able to wear your bra without having it showing.
e.
sewfast, USA - Tuesday, June 13, 2000 at 00:27:24 (EDT)

Question about the halter top - how much, if any, back coverage does it provide? Enough for a bra?
Kristin
NY, NY USA - Friday, June 09, 2000 at 17:33:48 (EDT)

there are several books on sergers in the library or call the manufacturer of your serger, tell them the model number of your machine, and they will surely have a manual for your machine.
e.
SFSE, USA - Thursday, June 08, 2000 at 14:57:31 (EDT)

I was just given a serger and haven't a clue of how to use it. I can't even thread it right. It didn't come with a manual so is there a class or a book that can teach me? Help!
ksiudyla <ksiudyla@yahoo.com>
brooklyn, ny USA - Sunday, June 04, 2000 at 10:01:56 (EDT)

Whow! I made a halter top the other nite at SewFastSewEasy. It was so much fun. Now I am inspired to make lots more and it looks great over a T shirt too.
Jen
new york, n.y. USA - Friday, June 02, 2000 at 10:55:29 (EDT)

hola! i am currently writing ya'll from LIMa, PERU where i am ending a trip... oh the yarn and cool cloth people make things with here. the colors they{re in to down here are so BRIGHT. it{s lovely. bye for now!
webgirl
USA - Friday, May 26, 2000 at 19:45:22 (EDT)

Hi! Your site is great! I can't wait to go over and check out your store. I was hoping that someone out there would be able to help me find one of those small portable or handheld sewing machines. I think i remember seeing one used for hemming. I'm new to sewing and don't have a ton of room in my apartment-typical NYC. Any ideas?? Thanks!
Kitty Bond <kitty_bond@yahoo.com>
New York, NY USA - Thursday, May 18, 2000 at 15:49:40 (EDT)

hey all - know of any teens in the NY area who want to take some fun, fast sewing classes this summer? crank out their own clothes? check out our new MATERIAL GIRLS classes on the home page....
webgirl
USA - Monday, May 15, 2000 at 19:32:11 (EDT)

Hey guys, it's Rachel, the SewfastSewEasy web phantom. I just want to let you know that along with Hand Jobs I'm hosting a column just for teens. It's under development right now so if there any teens out there who need a place to express their creativity, hang on tight and wait for the column. I promise you that it will be the bomb!!!
Rachel <dafoxx_1999@yahoo.com>
Bronx, NY USA - Monday, May 15, 2000 at 11:50:01 (EDT)

HI I am in search of a Stitch&Bitch group on the North East side of Detroit or at Wayne StateU, any suggestions?
Carrie Simon <keeuqs>
New Haven , MI USA - Thursday, May 11, 2000 at 19:21:38 (EDT)

Thanks a lot ... signed up for in today! I'll be there on Tuesday the 16th. Very excited. I work in the Fashion District and I even went out looking at fabrics today on my lunch break to get the imagination going! Can't wait!
RobinY <rscherzer@yahoo.com>
Hoboken, NJ USA - Monday, May 08, 2000 at 17:12:03 (EDT)

heck yes, our lessons are for people who can't even thread a machine - that's what our Rx Sewing class / Fear of Sewing Machines is for. You'll make a pouch bag and learn your way around a machine, in just one night! Check it out on our HOME page under the green column of 1-night classes.
webgirl
USA - Monday, May 08, 2000 at 12:57:44 (EDT)

Hi there .. love this site!!!! I want to learn how to sew. I look at all the cool clothes out there and I either hate them or can't afford the ones I like!! I really want to learn how to sew. I have a brand new machine, given to me as a gift. I try following the directions in the book and FORGET IT .. I can't even sew a straight line. I come from a family of taylors so I know it is in my blood somewhere but I just can't find it. Are these lessons really good for someone who has barely touched a machine before? It took me 30 minutes to thread the goddamn thing!
RobinY <rscherzer@yahoo.com>
Hoboken, NJ USA - Sunday, May 07, 2000 at 17:48:38 (EDT)

I went through your whole site....it is awesome, can't wait for the online mag!! I ditched an art career to solely conentrate on knitting. I feel like kind of a loser but being a recluse knitter is sooooo much fun. I went out to this restaurant the other night wearing one of my knitted "monsters" (a vest) and the owner said to me, "If you make another one I'll buy it", I couldn't believe it, I was high all night.... But I think If I make these things to sell it might take the joy out of it... Also I ran across this website called "atouchoffur.com" and this lady has found this way of making yarn from real animal fur, like beaver and mink, it's her patented recipe, it's a dollar a foot, and it's really cool seeming, I've never heard of anything like it before, but the whole killing animals thing freaks me out. Thanks for a cool site and of course inspiration. -Tina
Tina Marrin <jack@marrin.com>
Redlands, CA USA - Friday, May 05, 2000 at 21:42:39 (EDT)

it's SPRING! time to make light, airy, swingy little knee-length skirts. maybe this weekend...
girlie
USA - Friday, May 05, 2000 at 15:05:34 (EDT)

To: Bama Girl: Getting yourself out there is good advice. How to do that is another matter. May I make some simple suggestions? You obviously have a computer so you can make up your own cards inexpensively or anything your imagination wishes to design and duplicate cheaply; make yourself a little advertisement about what you do and post them wherever anyone will let you, i.e., supermarkets, cleaners, you know the places already I am sure. Once you do one thing, you will be surprised how the rest will follow. You're already out there with two kids in a lot of different stores, ask them if they wouldn't mind if you could leave some of your cards or post them on their boards. Don't be shy. Good luck. Remember: beginning is half done! You go girl!
Judy KJ <JudyKJ@aol.com>
New York, NY USA - Friday, April 28, 2000 at 14:53:21 (EDT)

I'm looking for purse patterns and also sources for pony skin and brightly colored suede. Any suggestions would be much appreciatedand can be sent to gildac@msn.com I've enjoyed my first visit to your website.
Gilda Currier <gildac@msn.com>
USA - Thursday, April 27, 2000 at 11:59:22 (EDT)

ladies, why worry about those BRAND NAMES when you can make fine clothing yourself? forget PRADA, you could sew that kinda stuff in 1/2 a day.
webgirl
USA - Thursday, April 20, 2000 at 16:29:11 (EDT)

I would like to know if you know any where that I can get Moschino,Versace,Coggi,Gucci and Prada for wholesale price.If so please E-Mail me at tifamall@yahoo.com
latifa davis <tifamall@yahoo.com>
Phila., Pa USA - Wednesday, April 19, 2000 at 13:35:36 (EDT)

Hi i'm looking for anyone who can give me a place that I can buy clothing at wholesale prices...in other words 50%-80% off. Enyce,phatfarm,coogi, gucci etc. If anyone knows a website or a place email me thank you very much!
Henny <jiggie750@aol.com>
new york, n.y USA - Saturday, April 15, 2000 at 12:17:39 (EDT)

To Tusha and all those other hip gals with creative spirit out there. Keep watching our site. We are soon launching our own hip magazine about sewing, knitting,crochet,fabric painting, beading and other creative arts. We are also going to talk about womens feelings in a way that no other magazine dares to do. We are working on the launch of this magazine right now so keep looking at the site. If you have any requests such as how to make a vest post it or if you want to do some writing for the magazine call us. Do you have any ideas you want to write about and share? add to the bitching. Sew forever E.K.
Elissa
USA - Tuesday, April 11, 2000 at 20:07:55 (EDT)

I LOOK THROUGH THE FASHION MAGAZINES, W,VOGUE, ELLE ,ETC. AND I SEE CHLOE, GUCCI, CHANEL, FENDI, AND I JUST WANT TO SCREAM. WHY YOU MIGHT ASK? BECAUSE I HAVE GREAT IDEAS AND I DON'T KNOW HOW TO PRODUCE THEM! IT'S VERY FRUSTRATING. IN ADDITION, THOSE CLOTHES ARE WAY TOO EXPENSIVE SO THE ONLY WAY I CAN JUSTIFY WEARING THINGS THAT LOOK LIKE HIGH FASHION WEAR IS IF I MAKE THEM MYSELF, AND, BY GOD, I WILL!!!
ADA
USA - Tuesday, April 11, 2000 at 10:32:54 (EDT)

great idea about the handbag handles from old flea market handbags. thanks. answer to webgirl on where to get the cut-out suede. it is pre-cut and it is like an ultrasuede material. comes it navy blue, beige, forest green, burgundy. you can find it at mood against the wall across diagonally from the suede and velvets. $14.99 a yard. --sm
sm
USA - Monday, April 10, 2000 at 11:12:43 (EDT)

Hey there. I'm one of the knitting teachers at Sew Fast Sew Easy and at Elissa's suggestion, wanted to mention a special program I run. One of my other hats is being a ballet choreographer. Figuring the best way to keep an audience for dance going is to drag people in kicking and screaming one at a time, I organize groups to go to New York City Ballet, we meet, have dinner, and I give a little talk on what we're seeing. It's great fun, a great deal ($17.50 for the ticket, you pay for dinner yourself) and if you always wanted to go to the ballet, but never have someone to go with, now you do! For more information, see http://members.aol.com/dnceasever Hope to see you there, and bring your knitting! LAW
Leigh Witchel <dae@panix.com>
NYC, NY USA - Sunday, April 09, 2000 at 15:25:50 (EDT)

Hi. I am looking for a nice sewing magazine to subscribe to. There are many of them out there. Does anyone know a nice and good one. I have seen some of them and they look tacky. I am looking for inspirations. I could not find any magazine about wearable art; vests, etec. By the way, wouldn't be nice to have a "vest class" in sew fast sew easy, Mrs Elissa? :-) Tusha
Tusha <mz3372@aol.com>
NY, NY USA - Sunday, April 09, 2000 at 12:19:51 (EDT)

Hi BAMA GIRL, probably the best thing for you would be to get the word out that you are a custom seamstress - maybe place an ad in your local paper? or, put up signs. tell all your friends to send people your way - people who want someone to sew them something. good luck!
gee
USA - Tuesday, April 04, 2000 at 13:16:13 (EDT)

<<< Looking for sewing and knitting classes in Virginia, near Alexandria, or Metropolitan area.<<<
Amy <lagr1ng1ta@aol.com>
Alexandria, VA USA - Sunday, April 02, 2000 at 18:19:01 (EDT)

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Amy <lagr1ng1ta@aol.com>
Alexandria , VA USA - Sunday, April 02, 2000 at 18:15:55 (EDT)

Hi I'm a new user and wanted to see if anyone had ideas on starting your own sewing business. I enjoy sewing alot. I want to be able to take orders and sew but want more ideas on what I should do to start the business. Thank you. A.L
A.L <claycalong@yahoo.com>
Kenai, Ak USA - Sunday, April 02, 2000 at 17:29:27 (EDT)

You guys should do a swimsuit customizing class! Super!
Kyla <ksiudyla@yahoo.com>
New York, NY USA - Saturday, April 01, 2000 at 19:12:03 (EST)

I have A dream to design dresses. I do alterations,but due to the fact I AM TENDER heart,[I DO NOT MAKE very much], Occassionally I SEW a special dress for someone. How would someone get started in a business of her own//// I AM a mother of 2 childern, needing to support them in every way that I CAN, BUT DUE TO certain disabilities, I CANNOT hold a full time job,but would like to learn all that I CAN TO OVERCOME ANY OBSTACLE,, KNOWLEDGE, AND A DREAM,AND BY THE GRACE OF GOD.
Bama Girl
USA - Tuesday, March 28, 2000 at 19:40:54 (EST)

FRIDAY NIGHT FEST - Our classmate francaise, Caroline, will be flying back to Paris. Join her, us, and other sew-o-phones at NYC's Nyonya, March 31, at 7:30/8:00pm for a chat, a drink, a bite, and a happy bon voyage. Bring your petit ami/e(boyfriend/girlfriend) and/or mari(husband) and fruits of your other indoor sport: Level 1 skirt, Level 2 skirt, Level 3 pants, or anything else you'd like to righteously show off. Nyonya, a great Malasian eatery, is located at 194 Grand Street, between Mulberry and Mott Streets, across from Little Italy's Ferrera's Bakery. Nyonya's #: 334-3669.
SewSlee <marienlee@systec.com>
USA - Monday, March 27, 2000 at 13:28:26 (EST)

Au revoir Caroline!! Our beloved Parish-basher, Caroline of Saturday's Level III, must regrettably (for all) return to her homeland. Join us to say good bye with Malaysian food and fare this Friday (3/31/00) at around 8 pm at Nyonya - 194 Grand Street Between Mott and Mulberry. Levels II, III, and IV graduates only (Level I graduates- this gives you incentive to take more classes- you miss all the fun activities!).
Melina Zacharopoulos <melina_zacharopoulos@aporter.com>
NY, NY USA - Monday, March 27, 2000 at 13:26:42 (EST)

Dull crop of dresses at the OSCARS this year. A little too tame for me. Though I liked NIcole Kidman's weird thing.
jeena
USA - Monday, March 27, 2000 at 10:46:05 (EST)

another place to purchase yarn on line is www.gotyarn.com
bird <curlymansion@earthlink.net>
USA - Wednesday, March 22, 2000 at 23:20:30 (EST)

Another great place to purchase bag handles are at flea markets and second hand shops. You may not like the way the bag was constructed or even the fabric that was used but boy oh boy those handles --take a look at those handles. Keep them and toss the rest.
bird <curlymansion@earthlink.net>
USA - Tuesday, March 21, 2000 at 23:03:58 (EST)

Great site...I am totally inspired by all these fabulous shirts with cool beading all over them and totally discouraged by the prices...any suggestions on great shops to buy amazing beads?
megan <pepperhead341@hotmail.com>
USA - Wednesday, March 15, 2000 at 18:40:33 (EST)

cut out suede! nice. did you cut it or did you get it with a pattern already cut in to it? i got a skirt for 2.99 in one of the cheap stores near madison square the other day made of fake, cut-out suede. KNOCKOFF CITY
webgirl
USA - Tuesday, March 14, 2000 at 14:54:07 (EST)

thanks for the tip on where to get handles for handbags, lise anne. what kind of bag did you make? I am finishing up a faux-fur and ultra suede bag (guess i will save it for next winter). plan to make a summer one with this cut-out beige ultra suede and line with a hot color.
sm
USA - Tuesday, March 14, 2000 at 08:37:22 (EST)

I plan on voting for Rudy!!
Hillary Clinton
USA - Sunday, March 12, 2000 at 23:04:50 (EST)

I have no coment at this moment as i am a new user. If anyone has anyting on Brazillian embroidery stitches (instruction Sheets)Thankyou
Reet <reetgoodall@hotmail.com>
vic australia - Saturday, March 11, 2000 at 01:47:38 (EST)

for handles you can try m&j buttons. I got some handbag handles there - made a great bag too!
lise-anne <sputnam@houston.rr.com>
slc, USA - Saturday, March 11, 2000 at 01:22:32 (EST)

Just saw the feather inspiration. I have been loving the feathers myself. Using my level 3 pattern I made a great pair of camel coloured wool/cashmere pants with slits almost up to the mid calf that i going to trim the hems with feathers!! I'd love to make a pair of leather pants next. l-a
lise-anne <sputnam@houston.rr.com>
slc, ut USA - Saturday, March 11, 2000 at 01:19:10 (EST)

I love those little Fendi Bag-ettes, but I can't stand the prices, so I'm trying out a couple in fabric. I haven't figured out how to knit it, but I think the knit ones will just be square!
Casey
NJ, USA - Friday, March 10, 2000 at 10:40:52 (EST)

Spring knitting can be a breeze. If you don't like cotton, get "fingering weight" wool. It's really soft and you can wear it next to your skin. Use larger needles and you can make it lacy. It's a great spring/summer sweater. Wear it with a tnak top!
Debbie
Brooklyn, USA - Friday, March 10, 2000 at 10:00:42 (EST)

spring knitting - yes! i just got some dark lavendar cotten yarn that i might attempt a short sleeved sweater with. it feels so nice to the touch... didn't know i'd like cotton yarn so much.
webgirl
USA - Wednesday, March 08, 2000 at 11:29:17 (EST)

question -- does anyone know where one can buy handles for handbags in new york city?
sm
USA - Wednesday, March 08, 2000 at 08:59:34 (EST)

What are you all knitting now that it is almost Spring? I'd like to start a new project and am sick of wool. I bought some cotton but it's so thin... Dainty little things for Spring? Any ideas before I launch in to a sweater?
Geenie
USA - Tuesday, March 07, 2000 at 16:24:32 (EST)

Dear knitting sister, I apologize for my previous message. The one with no website regarding cheap yarn. The website I want you all to check out - www.woolworks.org/stores/ny.html Also, I visited Smiley's Yarn store in Queens. The address is 92-06 Jamaica Ave Woodhaven Queens (718) 402-6310. They have great store wide sale every month or every other month. They don't have anything super fancy, but I'm sure they could order it. Write you soon.
Angela Maria <AMFeliciano@legal-aid.org>
New York, NY USA - Tuesday, March 07, 2000 at 15:48:02 (EST)

Check this site out to archives of Chauncey's Updates. Then sign up for these very personal informative updates that come apx every two weeks. amusing. fresh. fun. free.
Girl-on-the-street <Chauncey@girl-on-the-street.com>
New York, NY USA - Monday, March 06, 2000 at 16:23:34 (EST)

did everyone see ALL the fur and feathered jean-bottoms in the New York Times Styles section yesterday? CUSTOMIZE!
webgirl
USA - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 17:38:54 (EST)

I want to cut some leather. That looks cool.
Sara
USA - Friday, February 25, 2000 at 15:35:14 (EST)

in our classes! when i took LEVEL II, there was a 13 year old. and in my pants class (LEVEL III) there was a 15 year old! so, come on over, and take a class (if you're in NYC area, that is) and 2) we are planning on featuring online classes some soon time in the future. it will be up on the front page when we do, and i will let you all know here as well. keep your eyes peeled. thanks.
webgirl
USA - Wednesday, February 23, 2000 at 17:04:46 (EST)

i am only 15 and i love to sew, but apparantly there are no classes around me, or for my age. i love to desighn my own clothing as well as bags for my friends. i want to know how to knit things other than a scarf.
Velvet <Sylph10@aol.com>
USA - Monday, February 21, 2000 at 11:12:22 (EST)

Hi! Are the classes on this site online? If not, where can I find online sewing classes for a beginner?
Cindy
W.Hollywood, CA. USA - Monday, February 21, 2000 at 04:11:22 (EST)

which web site? please post again!
webgirl
USA - Friday, February 18, 2000 at 15:45:29 (EST)

Dear Fellow Knitting Sisters, Check out this website for cheap yarn. I'm going to visit the store and report back. Happy knitting.
Angela Maria <AMFeliciano@legal-aid.org>
New York, NY USA - Friday, February 18, 2000 at 14:30:03 (EST)

I recently finished a level ll custom fit skirt class. I was watching the Fall Fashion shows 7th on 6th and it's all skirts and sweaters made out of expensive fabrics such as cashmere. My skirts are better looking than what I've seen on those runways and the fit is too. By the way, I've got a few GalPals who gave me compliments on the first two new skirts I made. I'm making two more now! See you in the pants class. Oh I'm coming to Stitch and Bitch too.
Susan
New York, USA - Friday, February 18, 2000 at 11:52:37 (EST)

Mary Murray get a life!
Mary
USA - Thursday, February 17, 2000 at 19:41:29 (EST)

I made my very first dress last weekend in less than four hours with limited sewing skills and practice. It looks great! Ladies and Gentleman of the jury, MAKE A DRESS-!It will change your life!
Clarice A <cabinlita@yahoo.com>
USA - Wednesday, February 16, 2000 at 16:38:46 (EST)

What's going on here? Sew Fast Sew Easy is a creative sanctuary. This site is not for selfishness. We sewers need to give our special friends in our life some support! Give them a pat on the back, tell them that they did a good job or just make them something. Sewing is not just for making things for yourself, you're making things for others also! So show your creativy to you friend. Thay sure need it. And by you making your present to perfection, your pal with appreciate it more. Here's a great way to make something for your friend, and relax at the same time. Gal Pal Night!! Bring that special" my thank God you're my friend" along and make something together. Believe it guys we need the break. So come on down to Gal Pal Night on February 11th!! Your nor your friend will never regret it.
Rachel <dafoxx_1999@yahoo.com>
Bronx, NY USA - Thursday, February 10, 2000 at 20:19:27 (EST)

So who out there besides me has something to say about being a pal to a girlfriend? I met a gal in my level one sewing class and we get together and sew together. We encourage each other. Doesn't anyone else have a nice story about how they paid a compliment to a girl friend???Aren't we women nice to each other sometimes? One other girl so far besides me left a nice GalPal note.
Lisa L.
N.Y.C., N.Y. USA - Tuesday, February 08, 2000 at 22:29:31 (EST)

You'd rather have Guiliani who continually cuts education? And who believes in a police-state? And who wanted to cut funding to a museum for showing modern art??? Get real.
Sally F.
USA - Tuesday, February 08, 2000 at 10:22:03 (EST)

Down with Hillary. She would have the entire US economy socialized, including sewing. I'll never be back to your site.
Mary Murray
USA - Tuesday, February 08, 2000 at 00:52:42 (EST)

1/2 more of a sleeve to go on my beaded-rib knit sweater and i can't WAIT to sew that sucker together! gotta finish this thing before it gets warm out!
webgirl
USA - Monday, February 07, 2000 at 18:05:33 (EST)

sometimes fabric stores will not sell less than a yard of fabric. but i've never had a problem just buying one yard.
webgirl <webgirl@sewfastseweasy.com>
USA - Monday, February 07, 2000 at 10:38:21 (EST)

Oh, I guess I was unclear--my question about minimums was actually concerning fabric. There was a comment on the Fabric District's website that made me think stores had high minimum yardage requirements. Perhaps that's only wholesale?
ruth <rrlamb@connix.com>
middletown, ct USA - Sunday, February 06, 2000 at 11:32:08 (EST)

Hey everybody. I have an update on finding magnetic snaps. I was in New York yesterday, and I just started wandering around the garment district. Unfortunately, most of the notions stores were closed. I did end up finding them at Galaxy at 220 W. 38th Street. In the Clotilde catalog, they were only available in gold finish, but Galaxy had them in several different sizes, both silver and gold, and not only round, but also a couple squarish ones. Instead of $4.00 apiece before shipping (Clotilde), they were only $1-$1.50. Needless to say, I bought a few! I didn't tackle buying cool fabric yet, but my goal right now is to finish what I've started!
ruth <rrlamb@connix.com>
middletown, ct USA - Sunday, February 06, 2000 at 11:29:00 (EST)

Loving the site! It looks better each time I look at it.
Isabel <isabel@monkeybrains.net>
San Francisco, CA USA - Saturday, February 05, 2000 at 13:27:39 (EST)

look under the 2/3 nighter classes (in the yellow box) on our front page.... just scroll down and you'll see classes
KNITTING
USA - Friday, February 04, 2000 at 10:46:25 (EST)

We have great beginner Knitting classes look on our home page and register.
sewfastsew easy
USA - Thursday, February 03, 2000 at 22:37:24 (EST)

Hello everyone...where oh where are these classes everyone is going to? I want to learn how to knit desperately. Can anyone recommend the best class to go to that won't cost me an arm, a leg and half of my head! Looking forward to hearing from someone...anyone : ) By the way if it wasn't obvious, I know squat about knitting.
Teresa <buchner514@aol.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Thursday, February 03, 2000 at 19:23:05 (EST)

as far as shopping prequisites - AKA the magnetic snap.... no store in NYC that i've been in makes one buy more if they sell things by the piece... i recommend coming in to the city and checking out the stores on 38th and 39th street between 7th and 8th avenues. there are a lot of notion and doodads and trimming stores that might carry the snap you're lookign for.
webgirl
USA - Thursday, February 03, 2000 at 18:21:21 (EST)

I just finished a level two skirt and the other day at work I was standing at the copy machine when One Of my co- workers came over to me and told she admired my skirt. I told how she could learn to make her own at Sewfastseweasy. I also added how much I appreciated her help on the project I was frantically working on and trying to finish. WE ARE NOW GAl PALS!! I'm coming to stitch- n- bitch night. See ya there!
Linda C.
New york, N.Y. USA - Thursday, February 03, 2000 at 09:46:35 (EST)

Does anyone know where I can find magnetic snaps for a purse I am sewing? I would rather use a snap than the velcro the pattern calls for because I think it would look less homemade. I am able to make it into New York, if that is where you can recommend. I have checked every sewing store in Connecticut, and the only place I have seen them is in the Clotilde catalog. Buying them through there would end up costing me about $9 for only one snap. Also, I didn't realize that some fabric stores in NY require minimums for purchases; do the stores in your listing have any prerequisites for shoppers?
ruth <rrlamb@connix.com>
middletown, ct USA - Wednesday, February 02, 2000 at 22:33:51 (EST)

i am a designer of lifestyle accessories and am presently looking for knitting bag handles to make the bags... but i can't seem to find them..any sugestions from anyone would greatly be appreciated and you can have the first bag done! thanks for any help!!
tina <reynbo1@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, February 02, 2000 at 07:46:19 (EST)

Just needed to say hello. Sewing is so relaxing, I can't go to sleep. Looking forward to meeting all the new people that walks into SFSE. All my old sewing friends please stop by. Please enjoy gal pal night at the SFSE. Not able to be there myself due to work. Gee, I miss the sewing talks. The most I get is, how do you get to Penn Station. Keep on sewing, and enjoy all the classes given at SFSE.
Evelyn Bunbury <sewlove@yahoo.com>
Bronx, NY USA - Wednesday, February 02, 2000 at 00:52:12 (EST)

Here's a note to remember on "Inspiration"- Don't miss The Issey Miyake exhibit at the Ace Gallery on 275 Hudson Street which ends at the end of Feb. tel.212-255-5599 I think it is the most creative and inspiring thing I've seen in a long time! Next go to this new exhibitin at the museum of FIT, 7th ave and 27th street. An amaxing exhibit on "The Corset: Fashioning the Body" Also GAls you're invited to come to GALS-R-PALS nite; Friday Feb. 11th. Bring a Pal too. Lots of surprises ,wine & cheese!!!! See Ya!
Elissa K
S.F.S.E. Inc, N.Y.C. USA - Tuesday, February 01, 2000 at 14:22:20 (EST)

DEAR FRIENDS.....HIIIII!!!!!!!!!!!!JUST WANTED TO SAY HELLO!I ALWAYS THINK OF YOU GUYS....I PROMISE TO COME OVER AND VISIT YOU SOON!!!!!!!BYE,CECILIA
CECILIA SIEBURGER <CHINOMORO@MACCONNECT.COM>
USA - Tuesday, February 01, 2000 at 01:33:27 (EST)

Whoops,that's School Products. At 1201 Broadway.
Jeannie
USA - Friday, January 28, 2000 at 17:42:38 (EST)

Someone just told me of a store called School Works in Manhattan that sells lot of yarn....at least that's what I think they said the name was. I like "Gotta Knit" on 6th ave below 14th street.
Jeannie
brooklyn, USA - Friday, January 28, 2000 at 17:40:12 (EST)

Re: Yarn Stores I forgot to mention that I am looking for yarn stores in Manhattan - or any online yarn stores.
LSK <leonorek@hotmail.com>
New York, NY USA - Friday, January 28, 2000 at 16:31:20 (EST)

I'm looking for recommendations on knitting stores that sell a wide range of reasonably priced yarn. I am particularily interested in places that sell a wide range of merino wool and cashmere. Thanks.
LSK <leonorek@hotmail.com>
New York, NY USA - Friday, January 28, 2000 at 16:29:29 (EST)

Help! I'm looking for a sewing tutor in New York City. I need one-on-one training and am willing to pay someone help me learn. Anyone know of anyone? Thanks!
Fredda <fredda.winston@ny.ddb.com>
New York, NY USA - Friday, January 28, 2000 at 15:03:40 (EST)

hey sewers!! Looking forward to my zipper and tote class!! See ya'll there!!!
Rachel <dafoxx_1999@yahoo.com>
Bronx, NY USA - Wednesday, January 26, 2000 at 16:11:35 (EST)

knitted hip huggers? go for it! wow. sound comfortable. esp. now in this artic air. i need to crank and sew up that pink and red herringbone wool i have before it's Spring.
webgirl
USA - Friday, January 21, 2000 at 10:52:03 (EST)

i am looking for production hand knitters for a new line of scarfs and hats i am putting together for next winter. Anyone interested in earning some money knitting?
Daniela <ftrosman@aol.com>
New York, NY USA - Friday, January 21, 2000 at 09:26:15 (EST)

Why is it that 90% of the clerks at Joann's Fabrics in Southern California know diddly about sewing or fabric? I hate the jacked-up prices and the service that is so often overworked and under educated!! Not to mention that I just plain old RESENT a store that sells buckram under the label of "Crineline"!!! Snotty of me, I suppose, but darnit, I'm only 29, and if I know the difference between the two, shouldn't they? I hate a store that, instead of instructing thier less knowledgable clientel, insults those of us who know what we're doing by "dumbed down" and inaccurately named products!!!
Susan
USA - Thursday, January 20, 2000 at 13:31:49 (EST)

I have an idea to knit a pair of really low hip huggers. Am I crazy or is this possible?
Rachel <dafoxx_1999@yahoo.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Wednesday, January 19, 2000 at 23:05:17 (EST)

I passed the windows of Lord and Taylor today. There are some great tankinis in the windows. I now know what I'm going to do with all that mesh I've been hoarding! Gotta get more mirrors!!! I'm dreaming of warmer weather and sewing up a storm.
Debbie
USA - Wednesday, January 19, 2000 at 22:43:06 (EST)

I'm so excited about my first class here. I'm looking forward to meeting new sewing buddies. I'm also signing up for the tote class. Can't wait to meet my fellow "classmates"!
Rachel <dafoxx_1999>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 11:30:05 (EST)

What do raining toads and sewing have to do with each other?Nothing. Great Web page. Hello from LA.
Andrea <alvinart@aol.com>
Northridge, CA USA - Thursday, January 13, 2000 at 12:59:20 (EST)

Looking for sewing classes
Kristen Race <krace@buckleyschoolnyc.org>
New York, NY USA - Thursday, January 13, 2000 at 10:09:03 (EST)

Yes, Happy New Year to all Sewers!
gina
USA - Tuesday, January 11, 2000 at 11:26:50 (EST)

Happy New Year. The year is full of promise and good health to all. I plan to sew myself sick. All the left over fabric from the years long gone and forgotten. Yes, it's time to sew it all up. I'm sick of looking at it now. I can't seem to sew fast enough. Well, my sewing friends, I must go I have some fabric that needs cutting.
Evelyn Bunbury <sewlove@yahoo.com>
Bronx, NY USA - Sunday, January 09, 2000 at 02:00:17 (EST)

yea, we have loads of knitting classes now! check out our top page www.sewfastseweasy.com and look under the 2/3 nighter classes. our newest is PONCHO and LACE TECHNIQUES. though we also have sweater making....etc. come on down! glad you saw us on teevee.
webgirl <webgirl@sewfastseweasy.com>
ny, ny USA - Thursday, January 06, 2000 at 11:23:53 (EST)

Saw you on Fox Morning News Show. I started knitting due to insomnia, now I can't stop. Are there knitting classes as well as sewing?
Pamela Clarke <essiephine@mindspring.com>
New York, NY USA - Wednesday, January 05, 2000 at 21:17:14 (EST)

I stumbled upon your page and think it's a hoot! It makes me want to learn to sew. I'm one of those mothers who make costumes by using a hot glue gun. I want to change! What's the first step? (I do own a sewing machine but it is ancient!!!)
KMH
Nashville, TN USA - Wednesday, January 05, 2000 at 15:42:23 (EST)

Happy New Year! Saw your knitting piece this morning on Channel 5 News. Way to go, go advertising. Now that you're famous, don't forget the little people.
Murita Morgan <Murita_Morgan/TMI@TMI>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Tuesday, January 04, 2000 at 19:21:56 (EST)