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Peasant Top – FREE SEWING PATTERN.

Peasant Top – FREE SEWING PATTERN.

Peasant tops are making a comeback at the moment. I love their…Read more
Published: May 2, 2016
Categories: Easy sewing projects, Free patterns, Tops
Spring Tulip Skirt – FREE SEWING PATTERN

Spring Tulip Skirt – FREE SEWING PATTERN

I have had my eye on a tulip skirt for a while…Read more
Published: March 24, 2016
Categories: Free patterns, Skirts
50’s Hawaiian dress with knotted shoulders – free sewing pattern

50’s Hawaiian dress with knotted shoulders – free sewing pattern

I'm not usually into vintage styling but I've taken up dancing recently…Read more
Published: March 10, 2016
Categories: Dresses, Fabrics, Free patterns, How to
The Drapey Knit Dress – Free sewing pattern from the Great British Sewing Bee

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
Published: February 28, 2016
Categories: Dresses, Free patterns, Great British Sewing Bee, How to, My sewing projects, Reviews
Using both sides of the fabric – 2 hour top – FREE SEWING PATTERN

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
Published: February 24, 2016
Categories: Easy sewing projects, Fabrics, Free patterns, My sewing projects, Tops
Sewing with faux leather – how and when to use it

Sewing with faux leather – how and when to use it

Leather is a massive trend this season, but the good news for…Read more
Published: February 13, 2016
Categories: coats & jackets, Fabrics, My sewing projects, No fastening
Cocoon Jacket – Multisize sewing pattern

Cocoon Jacket – Multisize sewing pattern

  The Cocoon Jacket is a real comfort coat. It hangs off…Read more
Published: February 8, 2016
Categories: Coat, coats & jackets, Free patterns, How to, My sewing projects, Tutorial
Cocoon Jacket – Step-by-step tutorial

Cocoon Jacket – Step-by-step tutorial

PLEASE NOTE THAT THAT THE COCOON JACKET IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE AS…Read more
Published: February 8, 2016
Categories: Coat, coats & jackets, Free patterns, How to, Tutorial
St Tropez Scoop Neck – snakeskin & linen – FREE SEWING PATTERN

St Tropez Scoop Neck – snakeskin & linen – FREE SEWING PATTERN

I just HAD to show you my newest make. It's another version…Read more
Published: January 27, 2016
Categories: Free patterns, No fastening, Tops
Making Christmas bunting – ideas, inspiration and tutorials

Making Christmas bunting – ideas, inspiration and tutorials

I'm feeling very seasonal and have been on a bunting roll for…Read more
Published: December 6, 2015
Categories: Easy sewing projects, How to, My sewing projects
Sew along Rudolph – faux taxidermy head pattern & tutorial

Sew along Rudolph – faux taxidermy head pattern & tutorial

I have had my eye on a faux taxidermy head for ages.…Read more
Published: November 15, 2015
Categories: My sewing projects, Tutorial
The Lace Back Dress – FREE SEWING PATTERN

The Lace Back Dress – FREE SEWING PATTERN

  We're on the countdown to party season! And what is more fun…Read more
Published: September 27, 2015
Categories: Dresses, Free patterns, No fastening
The Bubble Sleeve Dress – FREE SEWING PATTERN

The Bubble Sleeve Dress – FREE SEWING PATTERN

The Bubble Sleeve Dress (FREE PATTERN JUST HERE) is everything I love in…Read more
Published: September 22, 2015
Categories: Dresses, Free patterns, No fastening
St Tropez Scoop neck – Free sewing pattern

St Tropez Scoop neck – Free sewing pattern

So many people have asked me if the top I am wearing…Read more
Published: September 7, 2015
Categories: Free patterns, My sewing projects, No fastening, Tops
My sewing projects – Essential Denim Top – Tips for recycling & mixing fabrics

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
Published: July 29, 2015
Categories: Customising, Free patterns, How to, My sewing projects, No fastening, Tops
The Dry-off  Rucsac – 3 in 1 FREE SEWING PATTERN

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
Published: July 24, 2015
Categories: Free patterns, How to, My sewing projects, No fastening, Uncategorized
Curvy Drape Dress – FREE SEWING PATTERN with instructions

Curvy Drape Dress – FREE SEWING PATTERN with instructions

The Curvy Drape Dress is probably my favourite pattern yet! It is…Read more
Published: July 2, 2015
Categories: Dresses, Free patterns, My sewing projects, No fastening
Chevron Maxi – FREE SEWING PATTERN

Chevron Maxi – FREE SEWING PATTERN

Ok seamstresses, time for some tricks of the trade! This gorgeous maxi…Read more
Published: June 19, 2015
Categories: designer inspired, Easy sewing projects, Free patterns, How to, No fastening
Hi-Low Pocket Top – FREE SEWING PATTERN

Hi-Low Pocket Top – FREE SEWING PATTERN

  Giant pockets are my current obsession and the new Hi-Low Pocket…Read more
Published: June 12, 2015
Categories: Free patterns, No fastening, Tops
My Sewing Projects – Flamboyant Trio – Burda Side Ruffle Dress

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
Published: May 29, 2015
Categories: Dresses, Free patterns, My sewing projects, No fastening, Sewing patterns to buy
Asymmetric A-line Dress – Sewing Pattern – Design Your Own

Asymmetric A-line Dress – Sewing Pattern – Design Your Own

• Colour Blocking • Pattern Mixing • Tonal Textures • These are…Read more
Published: May 22, 2015
Categories: Dresses, My sewing projects, No fastening
My sewing projects – Mia’s matching tier dress & bolero hoodie

My sewing projects – Mia’s matching tier dress & bolero hoodie

Our oldest tweenage daughter is a proper tomboy - it's all about…Read more
Published: May 15, 2015
Categories: Dresses, Free patterns, How to, My sewing projects, No fastening
My Sewing Projects – Over table play house

My Sewing Projects – Over table play house

I love the idea of this space-saving instantly-up play house. How simple! You…Read more
Published: May 7, 2015
Categories: How to, My sewing projects, Tutorial
Panel Tee – MULTISIZE SEWING PATTERN

Panel Tee – MULTISIZE SEWING PATTERN

The Panel Tee is a lovely simple shape made up of several…Read more
Published: May 2, 2015
Categories: Easy sewing projects, Free patterns, No fastening, Tops
Resizing your pattern – 2 hour top

Resizing your pattern – 2 hour top

Lots of people have asked me about resizing the patterns I post.…Read more
Published: April 26, 2015
Categories: Free patterns, How to, No fastening, Plus size sewing, Tops
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