I’d been itching to try this pattern for a while and eventually got round to it. It’s a very simple pattern with just 4 pattern pieces, well 2 really if you consider that each one is a mirror image of the other. Two for the front, left and right side and the … Continue reading
I’ve been making more of the great zipper pouches. I started these originally following the FREE online video course from Craftsy – Bag Making Basics – Reversible Tote and Zipper Pouch. These are super quick and easy to make, and I’ve made a ton of them. I sell them in … Continue reading
What is it with the use of the alphabet to describe clothing shapes? It was only when I was thinking of a title for this post that I realised what I had made. A V-neck T-shirt and an A-line Skirt. I just suddenly thought that was really funny! Anyway, moving … Continue reading
I watched this very interesting video – a presentation by Johanna Blakley: Lessons from fashion’s free culture. In it is discussed the lack of copyright on fashion and apparel and how trends are just everyone copying from one another at the same time until everything looks like a variation on the same theme. … Continue reading
I’d been held up previously by not having a zipper foot so my sewing options were limited. But I’m pleased to say my prized foot is in hand and ready to sew – and I made use of it right away with this Navy Pleated Skirt. It’s made from a … Continue reading
My Valentines Sewing Projects post was so popular, so I have really enjoyed putting together some of my favorite Spring and Easter sewing projects for you – these are SO cute and there are bunnies everywhere! Hover over the thumbnail to see the title, right click and open in a … Continue reading
I came across this fun project from Another Sewing Scientist – a shareable Google map where you can enter your details and see if any other keen sewers live near to you. See the Map the Sewintist Project. I can see all across the blogging world that sewing … Continue reading
If you have already visited my previous posts then you are all ready and set to start sewing your own underwear. Not got the free panties pattern yet? Download the pattern from this post – Free Multi-size pattern to make your own undies And take a look here for how … Continue reading
I found this great site for free patterns – Your Style Rocks. There are only a few patterns but they are awesome! I was immediately drawn to the Eva dress. Their photo on the dress form looks so slimming and sophisticated that I had to make it. Except mine didn’t … Continue reading
If you have been following my sewing blog, you might have come across my earlier posts where we all discussed advertising and sponsorship for blogs – * 1 – What do you think of sponsorship and advertising on blogs ? – poll * 2 – My blog earnings update and Blog Money Making Download I’ve … Continue reading
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