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Posted On : 2017-02-10 Published By : Tenille
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Final KCW August 2016

Posted On : 2016-08-14 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-05-15 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-05-12 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-05-10 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-05-01 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-04-30 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-04-24 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-04-23 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-04-10 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-04-07 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-03-20 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-03-06 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-02-28 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-02-28 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-02-26 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-02-24 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-02-21 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-02-17 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-02-13 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-02-10 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-02-06 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-02-04 Published By : Tenille
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HallÄ 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

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Posted On : 2017-02-01 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-01-30 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-01-27 Published By : Tenille
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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

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Posted On : 2017-01-25 Published By : Tenille

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