Hi, my name is Louise, and I am a lapsed sewist. Is anyone else in the same camp? Sewing can take a bit of a back seat when you have big things going on in your life – be that a new job, a new arrival, a bereavement, health concerns… it falls right to the […]
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The leaves are turning brown, the evenings are getting darker, and even though it has been unseasonably warm you can feel autumn in the air. So you might be pondering what to add to your sewing list this season and are finding yourself a little overwhelmed with all the possibilities. When I am getting sew-overwhelm, […]
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The heating isn’t on quite yet but the evenings are getting darker, signalling one thing – it’s time to start thinking about sewing a coat, of course! If you love to sew your own clothes you may be considering sewing outerwear for the first time and be on the hunt for a little inspiration. There […]
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I have just been snooping at this year’s most popular patterns to decide on what to sew next. There is a sheep mentality to my sewing, if everyone is making something I’m instantly more drawn to making it. If you wanted to know which have been this year’s most popular sewing patterns, then you are […]
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Sometimes it’s quite nice to mix it up and sew something other than garments. Something useful that you will get loads of mileage out of. Why not dip your toe into bag-making? Sewing your own bags will teach you new skills and will provide you with an excellent gift option that doesn’t require knowing somebody’s […]
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If you have a penchant for pockets and a desire for clean lines and functionality from your garment, the utility trend could be the one for you. Utilitarian style never really leaves the fashion world. These garments may have started life as completely functional items, but elements of these practical pieces find their way into […]
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Does anyone else dream of a wardrobe that screams “Art Teacher” or outfits that express to the world that you are a creative soul? Dressing like an artist involves cool and comfortable pieces that layer up really nicely. The overall feel is very laid back and unstructured, but the styles are interesting. There is an […]
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Ah, the swimsuit. A necessity if you’re off on holiday or planning to take a dip in the lido, but something that is a little stressful to shop for. Lots of us fall into numerous sizes, so finding a one-piece swimsuit that fits everywhere or a bikini that is as good on the top as […]
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Curious about adding cut-outs to your handmade wardrobe? Well, you’ll be pleased to know that cut-out details don’t necessarily make you have to flash the flesh. There are a plethora of sewing patterns that offer lots of different takes on adding this detail to your handmade wardrobe. Whether you want to show just a peep […]
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We decided to do a deep dive into a sewing pattern that doesn’t need much of an introduction – the Paper Theory Zadie Jumpsuit. It’s reached iconic status in the sewing community and is a project that seems to be loved by all who make it. The Zadie Jumpsuit is also probably the most reviewed […]
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