What happens when you outgrow a fabric but don’t want to give it away?

Exploring statement sleeves with the sheer trend using Friday Pattern Co’s Adrienne

In this post I’ll be reviewing Friday Pattern Co’s Adrienne’s top in both a viscose jersey and a double knit Ponte roma.

A review of Grainline Studio’s bag pattern, Stowe

Hurrah to the first make of the year, a great addition for the cooler seasons and something more than just loungewear for work - Utu Pinafore by Named Patterns.

I’m sure you can already tell which pattern I’ll be reviewing in this post, and I can already see a few sewers punching the air shouting ‘finally’! But if you haven’t guessed then this is my review of the Zadie jumpsuit by Paper Theory.

This year for the end of year gifts I’ll be making beeswax wraps, as I do my bit to help reduce the use of single plastic waste.

Look how far we’ve come from the Victorian age - a review of Helen’s Closet Winslow Culottes

A couple of months ago I was contacted by Minerva.com asking whether I would like to join their Maker Team and, of course, I said yes! 

2019 sewing recap - How did I do? What did I make? Did I keep my sewing resolutions? What can you expect from me this coming year?

A look back to a pivotal point in my sewing

Or in this case, why not make one?

Sometimes you just need a break to get it right.

Look for the exception to every rule and you'll find it. There are always exceptions to the rules.

It's been a year since I made my last pair of trousers; let’s see how much I remember.

In preparation for takeoff, please ensure all negative attitudes are properly stowed. On behalf of your captain, and myself, welcome aboard. I expect sunshine and good attitudes today for our trip. Enjoy the ride.

According to the British Sewing Bee (S3 E5, BBC), home sewers waste about 30% of the fabric that they buy. True or false?

Don’t you mean let’s go to Tallinn?

Talvikki; a very old Finnish name given to girls born in winter. Perfect for this oversized turtleneck. Don’t you just love how the sisters of Named have named their patterns?