Today my latest blog post for Minerva Crafts goes live. I chose to make up an old favourite, the Grainline Linden sweatshirt. And, quite unusually, I messed up! The finished project is fine; it's just not what I intended. I've mentioned quite a few times that I get very frustrated about fabric requirements on patterns... Continue Reading →
#TNT Jumpers for the win!
Hi there! I thought I'd sneak in another little TNT post for the Sewcialists TNT month. I've been doing a lot of sewing of late but, because I'm very short on time at the moment but still want new winter things, it's all been about the tried and tested patterns, which is less exciting to... Continue Reading →
Multiple makes: practicality or obsession?
Hi there! How's life? Hope all's going well. So I wanted to talk today about multiple makes. It's a slightly longer post, but it does cover 7 garments in one sitting, so bear with me! As the weather's got cooler, I've found myself in need of good wardrobe basics, particularly given my weight loss since... Continue Reading →
A tale of two Lindens
Hello! So I've finally done it - I've stuck to my good intentions and made the same pattern twice in a row to perfect the fit! And I've continued my quest to improve my skills with stretch fabrics - go me! Let's rewind a little, shall we? I've been admiring the Grainline Linden since it popped... Continue Reading →