Zipper issues and pattern window shopping!

So I had hoped to have finished my Sewaholic Holyburn skirt and blog it but as it stands this is what has held me up….   So I got another zip... Read More
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Simple Modern Sewing Boat Neck Jumper Dress or An experiment in dyeing linens

I came across this Japanese sewing book (Simple Modern Sewing by Shufu-To-Seikatsusha) while browsing the internets. This book has eight simple patterns used to make 25 garments. Borrowed it and lucky... Read More

Vintage Sewing Pattern Pledge 2015

So I have a vintage pattern stash almost as big as my fabric stash, yet I’ve NEVER sewn any of them up. There’s got to be room for both in my stitching... Read More
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LookBack Series Part 2 : Top 5 Misses

Time for some more looking back. What is it about navel gazing that is soo much fun eh? Anyho I dont have much by way of misses, 3 only and... Read More

Merry Christmas!

When I started this blog to capture and catalogue my makes, I never expected to join a community if lovely, incredibly talented and creative minds. Thank you all for sharing... Read More
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A look back on 2014 Top 5 hits!

A look back on the projects that have worked out really well and get the most use so far.... Read More
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Ottobre Design Kids Autumn 2014

Its been a very busy and hectic few weeks for me with a lot of stuff going on and that’s meant my sewing and blogging have suffered ;-(. Hopefully things... Read More
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Vintage floral roses polycotton

Sewvember 2014

So around autumn I decided to set up an Instagram account and I am since hooked! Luckily I discoverd Sewvember which is hosted by Bimple and Pimple and basically its... Read More
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Thread Theory Goldstream Peacoat Sewing Pattern Review

Thread Theory GoldStream Pea Coat Sewing Pattern Review Tedious at first. Really got into the tailoring it as it progressed. Instructions were exceptionally clear which you would expect given the... Read More
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Here come the O W L S! Owlet sweaters for the Twinnage!

These cuties! Purple yarn is a Debie Bliss Cashmerino Aran and the grey is Red Heart Soft. It feels lovely and soft and of course its super wash. Since my last... Read More
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UPCYCLING | Vintage 70’s Skirt DIY Sewing Project

I started making this vintage 70’s skirt sewing project just after I gave birth to my second son….., who is now 4.5 years old. Yes. It’s been sitting there in... Read More
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McCalls M6844 Pattern Review

McCalls M6844 Pattern Review Saw this pattern and fell for the high low swingy peplum. I was looking for a bit of sass and I found it with M6844. I... Read More
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Kate and Rose Patterns Giselle Maxi Dress Pattern Review

Winter is coming…but I love this pattern so I thought I would make it in a wintry interlock fabric. I first saw Giselle way back in April I think on... Read More
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Marion Cardigan or 12 things I thought I knew about knitting but actually had no idea!

I literally  stumbled upon this Marion Cardigan KAL while reading another blog sidebar and thought why not? I had never been on a KAL before, the cardigan looked cute. It an Andi... Read More
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New Look 6170 Pattern Review

TNT Kids pyjamas sewing pattern..... Read More
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Named Patterns Dakota Shawl Dress Sewing Pattern Review

Updated 11/4/2021 – As part of Froctober over at the Monthly Stitch I came across this pattern from Finnish designers Named. The curved hem line appealed to me so did... Read More

Colette Mabel Number 2 or Slow and Steady wins the race

  Everything that could go wrong with this make went wrong. Its not my best and I know why ; I really believed I could make it in an hour... Read More
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New Look 6170 Boys Fleece PJs

New Look 6170 Children’s Pyjamas Sewing Pattern Review This weekend I decided to make some fleecey pj bottoms for the little men in my life. ( in truth I start... Read More
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Tilly and the Buttons Coco Sewing Pattern Review

Couture Coco featuring loads of hand sewn detail!... Read More
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Fall 2014 Top 5 Autumn Must Sew Projects

So once I realised that I could not feasibly sew something for summer and start wearing it (on average i need 3 sittings in between a hectic demanding schedule that... Read More
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