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Not quite my cup of t (tea) September 8, 2016 Dress/Pinafore/Tunic

This is my second attempt (see first here) to make something with this divine medium-weight viscose jersey from The Cloth Shop and I’m still not 100% ha… Read more

Denim July 31, 2016 Dress/Pinafore/Tunic

I’ve been wanting to sew a denim Aeolian Dress for awhile, but the thought of drafting a neckline facing that could be top-stitched in place, kept pushi… Read more

Equation July 21, 2016 Sew

Take one blue and white striped ponti remnant measuring 85cm x 160cm + Pattern Fantastique’s Aeolian Tee Shirt Dress (a.k.a. my favourite pattern EVE… Read more

Hood Hat July 18, 2016 Hat/Visor

Last week I posted some pieces of quilted Liberty on Instagram and there was some excellent guessing relating to what I was making, but no-one could work out ex… Read more

Kicking up my heels June 25, 2016 Coat/Jacket/Vest

This time Saturday night I was kicking my heals up at the Dressmaker’s Do hosted by Leisl and Nichola. It was a fun evening of chatting, patting, admiri… Read more

Too precious to cut June 20, 2016 Sew

I usually roll with the idea, which was introduced to me by the very wise Lara, that ‘it’s just fabric’. I try as much as possible not to sav… Read more

Orange June 13, 2016 Sew

During the warmer months it’s all about the Aeolian, but come winter my love for the Linden runs deep. It probably goes without saying… I’… Read more

Low rider June 8, 2016 Sew

Are you sitting down? Yes I did… I made a pair of pants! Okay, I’ll admit that they are fancy lounge pants, but it’s still a big deal around… Read more

Duplicating an old favourite June 6, 2016 Jumper/Cardigan

This time last year I was blogging a Linden Sweatshirt made from Liberty of London Linford Fleece. That jumper has been the most worn item of clothing that I&#… Read more