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5 Simple Ideas to improve Sewing Room Ergonomics
I have been doing a lot of research into sewing room ergonomics. I have the privilege of having a dedicated room for my sewing and I have been rearranging it... Read More
My 8th Moneta needs no introduction….
One of my favourite maxi dresses on the planet is finally on the blog! Whoop! It’s a Colette Moneta knit dress – number 8! Will there ever be a number... Read More
Burda 7/2015 #114 Pattern Review
BurdaStyle 07/2015Â #114B Here is an easy Burdastyle sewing project pattern that I like so much I made several of them in succession! I like the simple look and feel of... Read More
Burda 3/2018 #113 Sewing Pattern Review
Twisted Bustier Dress 03/2018Â #113Â In March I decided to sew up this interesting shirt dress pattern from the March Issue of BurdaStyle Magazine. The March issue itself was not... Read More
MCBN August: Kwik Sew K3389 Coveralls & Allotment Stuff
This heatwave has been so good for our allotment. Berries have never sweeter, pumpkins have never grown as large, our bounty from the allotment is the best we have yet... Read More
Burda 11/2017 #130A Sewing for kids #burdachallenge2018
As it happens, the twins were going to a wedding in June with their dad in the USA. Since it was term time and we didn’t want the school going... Read More
Vogue 9259 Short Jumpsuit: Pattern Review Pt 2
I knew that I would be making Vogue 9259 again after the success of the first one. Its a pattern that comes so easily together that when I decided I... Read More
The Mystery Blogger Award
I have been nominated by the zaney Demented Fairy for this award. I thoroughly enjoyed reading her post and so I have jumped in too. “Mystery Blogger Award is an... Read More
Burda 7525 Sewing Pattern Review | Mens Shirt Sewing
Blue skies, bright shining sun, birdsong. I love summer, the light grants bright vibrant colours. This July we have been out at dawn and dusk to catch the perfect light... Read More