Today’s post is a two-part deal. The first bit gives me chance to tell you about the awesome Sewing Indie Month pattern bundle that is currently available to buy and the second bit is where I share what I’ve made from the bundle! So first things first! Sewing Indie Month (SIM) is a month-long celebration of indie sewing patterns …
I have a special little number to share with you today for my June Minerva Blogger Network post. The wonderful thing about the Network is that I get to push myself and try a little harder. The temptation to play things safe can be strong and it’s quite nice to challenge your fears. First up, …
Phew, what a project. This is Vintage Vogue 1044, an original 1956–1957 pattern. I started off thinking of this as a shirtdress, but that seems flippant. It’s a mid-length dress with a pleated button-front bodice, and has a front and back yoke that extends into grown on sleeves. The skirt is gathered, but also designed …
Hello hello! I’m so happy to be posting again. I have a few things waiting to be photographed so expect those posts soon. And I’m happy to report I’ve started sewing again following my move (more on that another day)! So if you haven’t guessed by the name of this post I have something nautical for …
Hullo everyone! I’ve just gotten back from a few days away and am really happy to have a new dress to share with you, which I finished just before I left. I’m going a bit nutty for super big floral dresses right now. Be warned for my next few posts. I’ve just finished my second and …
Hello Everyone! I hope you’re having a lovely weekend. Mine has been full of good food and drink, library books and some sewing. A Raspberry beret for the lady, two red stripe for the gent. New Look 6886 bodice awaiting skirt attachment. The velvet photograph cover of Daniel Vosovic’s lovely book Final touches to my …