Regular readers of this blog (are you there?) or of my Instagram will know that, for a few years now, my biggest sewing ambition was to sew a pair of jeans which actually fit me properly. You'll also know that I managed this part way through 2019 bit have not yet managed to blog about... Continue Reading →
A little while ago now, Nina Lee released her latest pattern, the beautiful Park Lane dress and top. I was lucky enough to have tested this pattern and have since made two further versions, so I thought I'd share my thoughts. The Park Lane pattern includes both dress and top patterns which are subtly different... Continue Reading →
A few days ago, posts started appearing on my Instagram feed showing people catching up on their #makenine2019 progress. Oh yes, I thought, I signed up for that, didn't I? Oh well, bet I haven't done most things. So I started looking back through my finished makes and realised, somewhat to my surprise, that I... Continue Reading →
The video class reviewed in this post was provided to me free of charge: all opinions are my own As you may have gathered from this blog, I am a dressmaker. I don't quilt, I don't do patchwork, I don't make cuddly toys: I make clothes. But sometimes, it's good to try something a little... Continue Reading →
Yes, despite all the sponsors already announced, there are still more new sponsors to tell you all about! These lovely companies have all provided raffle prizes for Sew Up North this year and I can't thank them enough for their generosity! Sew Dainty has a gorgeous range of acrylic jewellery and cross stitch patterns. Kathy's... Continue Reading →
As usual, it seems I've had a lot more time for sewing than I have for blogging. Such is life, especially with Sew Up North bubbling away behind the scenes. But I have been trying to follow along with Sewisfaction’s #seweverydayseptember prompts where I can, and the encouragement to take time to sew, even if... Continue Reading →
Time to announce the first batch of sponsors for this year's Sew Up North raffle!
I don't know about you, but I have been hunting for the "perfect" sleeveless top pattern for quite some time. "Perfect" is quite a tricky thing to define, but for me, there are a few boxes to be ticked: It should fit nicely around the neck and shoulders, without the requirement for a strapless bra... Continue Reading →
I want to share two makes with you today, both different versions of the same pattern. I made the first as a (surprisingly wearable) toile and the second out of some seriously precious fabric which has been in the stash for a couple of years. The pattern in question is the Sew La Di Da... Continue Reading →
Hi there! So if you're not following me on Instagram, you might not know that our family holiday this year is a dream trip to Walt Disney World in Florida. Obviously there has been a lot of pre holiday sewing and today I want to share 4 garments made for 3 of us using patterns... Continue Reading →
