The Best of the Knitting and Stitching Show 2016
Just back from a fabulous day at the Knitting and Stitching Show…Read more
My sewing projects
Denim Block Dress – a variation on the Colourblock Dress! MULTI-SIZE SEWING PATTERN
Time for a makeover! We all know how different a dress can…Read more
Flippy A-line Dress – FREE SEWING PATTERN
Hello sewists! Time for an Autumn revamp of your wardrobe! And to help you…Read more
The Drapey Knit Dress – Free sewing pattern from the Great British Sewing Bee
This free sewing pattern from the  Great British Sewing Bee…Read more
Using both sides of the fabric – 2 hour top – FREE SEWING PATTERN
I just HAD to pen a quick note to show you my…Read more
Sewing with faux leather – how and when to use it
Leather is a massive trend this season, but the good news for…Read more
Cocoon Jacket – Multisize sewing pattern
The Cocoon Jacket is a real comfort coat. It hangs off the…Read more
Making Christmas bunting – ideas, inspiration and tutorials
I'm feeling very seasonal and have been on a bunting roll for…Read more
Sew along Rudolph – faux taxidermy head pattern & tutorial
I have had my eye on a faux taxidermy head for ages.…Read more
St Tropez Scoop neck – Free sewing pattern
So many people have asked me if the top I am wearing…Read more
My sewing projects – Essential Denim Top – Tips for recycling & mixing fabrics
Who recognises this? For those of you who read my posts regularly,…Read more
The Dry-off Rucsac – 3 in 1 FREE SEWING PATTERN
The Dry-Off Rucsac is such an obvious idea that it has just…Read more
Curvy Drape Dress – FREE SEWING PATTERN with instructions
The Curvy Drape Dress is probably my favourite pattern yet! It is…Read more
My Sewing Projects – Flamboyant Trio – Burda Side Ruffle Dress
With a dress code marked FLAMBOYANT on the invitation, my Dad's 70th birthday…Read more
Asymmetric A-line Dress – Sewing Pattern – Design Your Own
• Colour Blocking • Pattern Mixing • Tonal Textures • These are…Read more
My sewing projects – Mia’s matching tier dress & bolero hoodie
Our oldest tweenage daughter is a proper tomboy - it's all about…Read more
My Sewing Projects – Over table play house
I love the idea of this space-saving instantly-up play house. How simple! You…Read more
DIY Customised Denim
I have a long standing memory from when I was around 15, of being…Read more
Upcycled Orla Top – FREE SEWING PATTERN LC014
I'm pretty obsessed with Orla Keily at the moment (and all things 60's…Read more
MY SEWING PROJECTS – 60s monochrome shift dress – FREE SEWING PATTERN
The swinging sixties are an era that fill me with nostalgia even…Read more
Sewing Denim – I love Twin Needles
I am just working on my new pattern for the Essential Denim…Read more
MY SEWING PROJECTS – Baby blanket with mitred corners
Isn't she gorgeous? The baby I mean, not the blanket. But, actually…Read more
Biker Jacket Cardi – MULTISIZE SEWING PATTERN
I drafted this pattern in desperation. Our office is freezing and I just wanted…Read more
MY SEWING PROJECTS – Denim apron made from old jeans
There is something timeless about denim. It never really goes in or…Read more
MY SEWING PROJECTS – Felt bag with Liberty print inserts
I am lucky enough to have some very beautiful pieces of felt…Read more