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Monthly Archives: January 2017
Mathilde blouse
The Mathilde blouse is one of my favourite patterns from Tilly and the Buttons. I just love the tucks and way it fastens at the back with a cute row of buttons. And you can also make a feature of … Continue reading
The perfect tee
The tonic tee from SBCC is my first finished make from my #makenine list and it’s my new TNT t-shirt pattern. I was after a classic fitted tee and this free downloadable pattern is THE ONE. The bodice has the right amount … Continue reading
#2017makenine
Last year I joined in with Rochelle’s brilliant idea to post nine things on Instagram that I wanted to make in the coming year. When I say joined in, I only completed three makes. So when it came up again, I thought … Continue reading
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Liberty Linden in Manning fleece
This is my sixth Linden sweatshirt. It’s also my favourite Linden and is made from an extremely cosy Liberty fleece that I bought from Goldhawk Road. If you’ve seen fleece or loopback jersey in Liberty, you’ll know it’s pricey stuff … Continue reading
Reflections and goals for 2017
Last year was all about slow sewing and I finished twenty items, far fewer than 2015 when I was on a mission to blitz my UFOs. I didn’t take on a grand project as I wanted to sew simple and … Continue reading
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Liesl and Co. Maritime tops
I wasn’t really looking out for patterns when I went to Kirsty’s Handmade Fair last year but this little top had wardrobe staple written all over it. The design is similar to a Whistles jersey top that I wear all the time and looked like … Continue reading
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