Onesies for muddy dogs
Tested by Flossie, my 2-year-old cockapoo, this coat is an absolute winner. Though lucky enough to have an outside shower, the daily task of washing Flossie all over was something … Continue reading
Masks for Mind Mental Health
Not something I’d ever envisaged doing, but I’m spending a lot of time making masks for friends, family and neighbours. They have proved to be very popular so I thought … Continue reading
Making truly original pieces
A great weekend had by all at the residential course hosted by Jamie Malden of Colouricious, with Claire from In Stitches providing the sewing tuition. 25 ladies descended upon the … Continue reading
Travel laptop case
I’ve an excuse to use my cosy laptop case as I’m going to be travelling for a couple of days. Pleased now that I made it a while ago. I … Continue reading
Two happy beginners
Lindsay and James were two happy sewers when they each completed an envelope cushion at a Learn to Sew workshop on Friday. James had never sewn before and Lindsay had … Continue reading
1960s Dress – Sewing Bee pattern challenge Week 5
A lesson in precision. Not so much a case of “measure twice, cut once”, more a case of just measure, measure, and measure again! This is not a garment to … Continue reading
Chinese-inspired top – Sewing Bee Pattern Challenge – Week 4
This top is based on the qipao, a traditional Chinese dress. It is an unusual asymmetric pattern with an invisible zip and frog fastenings. Ideally it would be made in a … Continue reading
Bra – Sewing Bee Pattern Challenge Week 3
This has certainly been the hardest challenge yet. Great admiration for all the contestants completing this under time pressure and under the eagle eyes of Esme and Patrick. Learn from … Continue reading
Babygro – Sewing Bee Pattern Challenge Week 2
Making everything on the Sewing Bee Pattern Challenge to check out what would make a good workshop. Week 2 of the Sewing Bee and I’m excited to have made a … Continue reading
Chevron top – Sewing Bee Pattern Challenge Week 1
Week 1 of my ‘Sewing Bee Pattern Challenge’. Pleased with how this has turned out. I used a Merchant and Mills loose weave stripe linen. It certainly moved a lot … Continue reading
