Lemon Dress
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 Continue Reading
Dax Trousers by Gracious Threads
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 Continue Reading
Oceanside Pants by Blank Slate Patterns
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 Continue Reading
Pattern Testing: Jade’s Crop Top
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. Continue Reading
Seasonal Sew Wardrobe: Deep Stash Challenge
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 Continue Reading
Sewing Up Spring – Ottobre Spring 2017 – Star Ship Shortalls
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 Continue Reading
Dress Like Your Grandma! – Drafting a 1948 Dress
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 Continue Reading
Show Your Stoff – Lilia Jacket
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 Continue Reading
Pattern Testing: Kelcee’s Wide Leg Bottoms
Today I’m sharing an amazingly cute new pattern – Kelcee’s Wide Leg Bottoms by Snuggle My Baby. I love pattern testing for Snuggle My Baby, all of Jennifer’s designs are Continue Reading
Breaking Ground – Named Clothing
So, I’ve joined in on the Breaking Ground Blog Tour. The tour is hosted by Melissa from mahlicadesigns. I’m joining almost 20 bloggers to break new ground by trying a Continue Reading
Colour Me Lucky – Gypsy Dress
Well, its time for another Blog Tour hosted by Sewing by Ti. This month we are all looking at the Pantone Spring 2017 Colour Chart. If you’re not familiar with Continue Reading
Pattern Testing: Janie Dress by MHC
New Pattern Release: Women’s Janie Dress by Mouse House Creations. This pattern is the grown-up version of the very popular girl’s Janie Dress. When I first put this on, I Continue Reading
Pattern Testing: Madison Blouse by Mummykins and Me
Last year I watched a Japanese series on Netflix called ‘Atelier‘ (wiki link). It is about a young graduate who starts work at a boutique lingerie store. I loved the Continue Reading
Pattern Testing: Megan Skirt by Designer Stitch
I’m very pleased to break the drought here on this blog, especially with this skirt that has become an instant favourite of mine. This is the Megan Skirt, and it Continue Reading
1 Puddle Lane Pattern Studio Winner!
Hi everyone, Today I’m very pleased to announce the winner of a pattern from 1 Puddle Lane Pattern Studio. Entry was by commenting on my previous post to tell me Continue Reading
Date Night February – 1 Puddle Lane – Giveaway! – Closed
I don’t think I can tell you about how much I love this pattern! And that I seriously don’t know why it took me so long to get around to Continue Reading
Ottobre 1/2016-22: Bear Hoodie Hack!
I know its been a bit quiet around here, but I have been very busy sewing up lots of things – some blouses and skirts, a dress, and a drum Continue Reading
Pattern Testing – Veronica’s Jumper Dress
New Pattern Release: Veronica’s Jumper Dress by Snuggle My Baby Patterns Veronica’s Jumper Dress is a very cute modern-style pinafore style dress designed to be worn over a t-shirt. When Continue Reading
Jade Skirt Pattern Winner!
Hi everyone, Today I’m very pleased to announce the winner of the Jade Skirt Pattern by Paprika Patterns. Entry was by commenting on my previous post with either something that Continue Reading
Date Night February – Jade Skirt plus a Giveaway! (giveaway closed)
I have completed yet another Deep Stash item (see previous items: kimono dress, flutter sleeve blouse, business pants and cropped jacket), this is the Jade Skirt by Paprika Patterns. This Continue Reading
Butterick 4414 – Part One
I used to wear cropped jackets and cardigans all the time when I was a teenager, in fact, I didn’t really like wearing long-line jackets – they made me feel Continue Reading
Hallå Star Wars Hoodie
My last few posts have gone into some pretty deep territory – whether its the ins and outs of garment fitting and body image, or technical details of sewing swimwear, Continue Reading
Watcha Wearin’ January – Swimsuits!
This January has been hot, hot, hot! And my little family has spent quite a lot of time in the pool this month! Today was another scorcher too, so I Continue Reading
Vick and Vicky’s Button Up PJ Top
I’ve been doing some more pattern testing and today I’m sharing the newest pattern by Snuggle My Baby Patterns – the Vick and Vicky’s Button Up PJ Top. The Pattern Continue Reading
Ottobre 3/2014-15 Olive Star
Veronica has been requesting more dresses this summer, but she’s always been a t-shirt and shorts girl, so I’ve needed to do a bit of sewing this summer to keep Continue Reading