I have always loved vintage sewing patterns. I learnt to sew using the patterns that had belonged to my mother and her sisters when they were teenagers and even though I like all the mod cons – like my overlocker and cover stitch machines – I do still like the old techniques that vintage patterns … [Read more…]
I have been doing a lot of sewing ‘behind the scenes’ lately, and I have quite a lot to show you, the first of these is a new dress that I made for myself using one of my favourite pattern books. The dress itself is not that complicated, but I really love it, its so … [Read more…]
I’ve got a bit behind in my blogging lately…but that’s only because I have been doing so much sewing! Life, in general has been pretty busy – we’ve had school holidays, illness, birthday parties – and when I have had spare time I have been in my sewing room instead of in front of the … [Read more…]
Hey everyone! I haven’t been blogging so much lately, the reason is that I’ve just been too busy doing lots of sewing! So thank goodness that Sewing By Ti is hosting another blog tour. This month is “Monster Mash” – which could be the obvious Halloween / Costume theme….or it could be a mash of … [Read more…]
This month’s blog tour, hosted by Melissa of Mahlica Designs is all about “Sew Long Summer”. It is a bit of a play on words, and can have a couple of different meanings. Here in Australia we are at the end of winter and are heading towards, what is normally a very long summer, so … [Read more…]
The August Sew-a-long for Violette Field Threads (VFT) was Pepper. This was a new pattern to me, that I didn’t even own! And it was also my first time to participate in a VFT sew-a-long. I chose to make something for Veronica this time. *all patterns referred to throughout this post can be found at … [Read more…]
Today I’m sharing about this skirt that I made over the last few months….yup, that’s right, its taken me a few months to make this! This was mostly because other priorities got in the way – children growing out of everything and needing whole new wardrobes really quickly being the main reason. But, this was … [Read more…]
Violette Field Threads If you sew for little girls, I hope that you have heard of Violette Field Threads. They are an independent pattern company that produces some of the most adorable vintage inspired designs for girls from new born babies all the way up to tweens, and there are even a few patterns there … [Read more…]
New Pattern Release: Andy and Andrea’s Athletic Bottoms by Snuggle My Baby Patterns. This new pattern is sure to become a wardrobe staple! It comes in a huge ranges of kids’ sizes, is suitable for both boys and girls, and has options to take it through all seasons. These pants have a colour blocking feature … [Read more…]
New Pattern Release Today’s new pattern is the Ravanna Wrap Pants by Designer Stitch. I have been seeing pictures of wrap around pants all over Facebook for the last month or so, and today the new pattern is ready! Pattern Details This pattern comes in a huge range of sizes: * (AU/UK) 6 – 26 … [Read more…]
My kids think that its perfectly normal to go and have their picture taken every time they get new clothes. They dutifully pose front, side, back, side, hand in pocket, hood on, hood off…you get the picture (sorry for the pun – definitely intended). So, when I made a new dress for Veronica, she decided … [Read more…]
I just love the new Ella Cami Set, a new pattern for a gorgeous ruffled cami top and matching pants set by Designer Stitch. Seriously, they are designed for pyjamas but I just love wearing these and suspect that they will make it into day wear! The Ella Cami Set features the Cami top and … [Read more…]
Earlier this year I made up a couple of Lacey Back Tees for my daughters. I really love the style – the hem shaping is so lovely, and its a deceptively simple pattern to make that really makes a stylish impact. So, I am quite excited that the pattern has now been released in women’s … [Read more…]
Its the first birthday for Designer Stitch PDF Patterns! Its hard to believe that so many beautiful patterns have been created in just a single year. There is so much to celebrate! Here is a quick look at some of the Designer Stitch patterns that I have sewn up over this past year: Gypsy Dress: … [Read more…]
This blog post is all about my new dress. This is a floral version of the Plaid Rockabilly Dress from Gertie’s Ultimate Dress Book. I have recently discovered a passion for dresses, especially now that I have a fitted bodice pattern that fits me properly, and, of course, a book of endless variations! The Pattern … [Read more…]
Introducing the latest pattern from Designer Stitch – the Kiera Skirt. This skirt is so versatile – it can be dressed up or dressed down, simple or fancy, but always stylish! The Fabric The skirt is designed to be made with light to medium weight woven fabric. I used an organic cotton poplin in a … [Read more…]
Two weeks ago I attended a dressmaking workshop with Gretchen Hirsch. Gertie made herself a dress alongside us, using the rose border print sateen that is part of her fabric collection at Spotlight…and she gave me the offcuts to make something for my girls! I have two girls, Mathilda and Veronica. So here they are … [Read more…]
I made myself a new dress, and I wore it for Mother’s Day. I have to say that this is the first time that I have had trouble choosing which photos of myself to share – not because I can’t find any that I like, but because I like them all and can’t decide between … [Read more…]
Today is the release of One Thimble Issue 15. So now I can share with you the Dax Trousers by Gracious Threads that make up one of 10 very cool patterns in this issue of the magazine. I made up a pair of these pants for Jonathan in denim to make a really great pair … [Read more…]
Blank Slate Patterns are reviewing some of their patterns and expanding the size range! One of the first is the Oceanside Pants. They now go up to a size 3XL – that’s a 55 inch hip! I recently made a pair and I have to say that I really love them, they fit perfectly and … [Read more…]
Today I’m going to share the newly released Jade’s Crop Top by Snuggle My Baby Patterns. This is a deceptively simple, stylish and versatile garment for girls aged 2T-16 years. The top is designed to be made with woven fabrics and is a great piece for sunny days, or for layering as the weather changes. … [Read more…]
At the start of this year I joined in a sewing challenge with the Sew Alongs & Sewing Contests facebook group. This challenge was to sew an 8 piece capsule wardrobe using only patterns from stash – even better if the fabric was also from stash. After having a bit of a rummage through my … [Read more…]
Don’t let that innocent face fool you – this girl, Veronica, loves to monkey about, especially in these new shortalls that I made from the Spring 2017 issue of Ottobre Design Magazine. There’s a funny thing about these shortalls though – they weren’t actually made for Veronica, they were meant to be for her big … [Read more…]
I have been a bit all over the place for the last few weeks – there was family holidays, and then I was ill….but now we seem to be back into our routine again, and I have a bit to catch up on. Today, I’m going to finally share my creation as part of a … [Read more…]
This week I’m joining over 25 other bloggers to showcase Zierstoff Patterns. Zierstoff have a great range of PDF patterns designed in Germany. Today I’m going to show you this jacket – the Lilia Jacket. The Pattern This pattern is a hooded jacket designed to be made up in fleece and is available in 4 … [Read more…]
