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Burda 6/2016 101 Review | Maxi Dress
I made this dress using a birdy fabric that I had bought some time ago but was quite precious about it. The challenge was just perfect – it made me... Read More
The StitchRoom Sewcial 2019 + Giveaway + SewEssential Discount Code
Last year I had a fabulous time at the innagural Stitchroom Sewial event. I knew that I wanted to go again should they hold the event and luckily Lucy (@sewessentialuk),... Read More
Burda 9/2015 #108 Sewing Pattern Review
This is the project that made me realise a skill deficit; I had real problems lining this dress which made me set a 2017 new year resolution: to sew more... Read More
Self Drafted Drop Shoulder Tee Shirt using Metric Pattern Cutting for Womenswear by Winifred Aldrich
I have been trying to do a bit more pattern drafting using Metric Pattern Cutting for Womenswear by Winifred Aldrich. Often I just get carried away with the idea that... Read More
Named Talvikki Sweater Sewing Pattern Review
Named Clothing Talvikki Sweater + Pattern Review I sewed this wool jersey sweater after buying the Named Clothing Talvikki sewing pattern during the 12 days of Christmas sale. Here is... Read More
Vogue V9112
I actually first made this toile in June 2015 – I know because I have a log of the picture of the muslin. Vogue V9112 is an asymmetrical seam detail... Read More
New York Calling : Vogue 1314
Hello chums! I went to the US during the half term holiday and we had one day of sightseeing with the kids in New York. Here is what I made... Read More
SWAP2017: An Over and a Lower
My SWAP has 4 overs which are : Fitted shirt in shocking pink. Embroidered fitted top Knitted red and white jumper White tie back top A ‘rogue’ dress For this... Read More
Ramblings….
Gratitude This weekend saw some delightful weather in Yorkshire which prompted me to get busy in the garden. Actually something else prompted me- apart from my love of gardening. Little... Read More
Instagram and Vogue V1314: An Unexpected Rescue
I joined Instagram (IG) with a very sceptical mind. I kept my eye out for the catch. Having tried Facebook very briefly when it first came out and disliked it intensely,... Read More
Easter Dresses : Ottobre Kids Design 01/2014 : Funny Faces Dresses
Since making a dogs dinner of my twins’ birthday dresses <link here>, I vowed to make it up to them (&myself) so when Easter presented the opportunity of making them something... Read More
Jumpsuit Alert: May MCBN Project
Hello chums, Welcome to my 6th Minerva Craft Blogger Network project! When I signed up for this I thought there is plenty of time to get just 1 project... Read More
Linen & Lace Simplicity 8215 Top
Hello everyone, I had missed sewing with linen over the colder months so when I saw this pattern I decided to have a go with some linen that has been... Read More
Me Made May 2017 Pledges and Plans
Here we go again, the most anticipated hashtag in the sewing community – #MeMadeMay is upon us already. I had plans for which gaps I was going to fill where... Read More
Blogs, SWAP logs and Anatolian shepherd dogs….
Hello everyone, A much belated post but better late than never. I have been busy trying to get as much sewing as possible and opted to use my blogging time... Read More
SWAP2017 The Capsule Wardrobe Saga Pt 2 : The Patterns
saga ˈsɑːɡə/ noun 2. a long, involved story, account, or series of incidents. “launching into the saga of her engagement” synonyms: rigmarole, story, lengthy story/statement/explanation; chain of events, catalogue of... Read More
Petersham ribbon: Everything You Need to Know
Naomi asked me to expand on petersham ribbons and in this post I am sharing the ultimate guide to petersham ribbons. You will learn the benefits of petersham, what’s the... Read More
SWAP2017 The Capsule Wardrobe Saga Pt 1
saga ˈsɑːɡə/ noun 2. a long, involved story, account, or series of incidents. “launching into the saga of her engagement” synonyms: rigmarole, story, lengthy story/statement/explanation; chain of events, catalogue of... Read More
Early 2017 Springwatch
Hello, This past weekend presented itself with some lovely weather so I was out on Sunday in the garden – cleaning the greenhouse, sowing seeds, etc. The etc includes taking... Read More
Kwik Sew 4069 Missoni Inspired Top for March MCBN Project
Another month, another project. For March I made a super awesome crazy loud top. You can check out the post on this > link here < Happy sewing! Peace and... Read More