Tag Archives: Tilly and the buttons

Mathilde blouse

Posted on 01/28/2017 by

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 →

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Pink clouds Bettine in jersey

Posted on 07/09/2016 by

The Bettine pattern is seriously addictive. Whilst I was sewing my floral version, I went through my stash to single out fabrics for further iterations. It’s such a versatile pattern and the loose style means you can use knits as … Continue reading →

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Floral bettine dress

Posted on 07/05/2016 by

Here’s something I made back in the Spring. I made this dress over a bank holiday weekend and almost finished it but was distracted by the sunny weather. Tilly’s pop over design with kimono sleeves and elasticated waist makes for instant sewing gratification. It’s a … Continue reading →

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T&TB button back blouse

Posted on 06/20/2016 by

I fell for this whimsical deer print on a shopping spree in Ridley Road market with other sewists last year. I don’t usually go for prints like this but shopping with others often results in unexpected choices. It has a slight sheen … Continue reading →

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Floral Mimi blouse

Posted on 01/24/2016 by

Meet Mimi, my first ever handmade blouse. I’m so chuffed with this make as I’ve finally mastered buttonholes after 9 years of sewing. I didn’t purposely avoid them, I just never fancied sewing shirts or blouses. But when I fell in love with the Mimi … Continue reading →

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