I made this asymmetric skirt using a simple standard pencil skirt pattern. (There are lots on Pinterest if you don’t have one – have a look at my Pinterest board of Free Sewing Patterns). I cut the front panel out of a very soft leatherette (Fabworks – £5 / metre) and the back is made from…
Making your own bias binding is easy-peasy! I don’t know why everyone doesn’t do it! It gives you the perfect way to finish any neckline (or anything else that is on a curve for that matter (like armholes, curved hems, applique pieces). Bias biding, usually bought from any haberdashery shop, can be made from the fabric…
It is really useful to be able to take your own measurements so that you can make a pattern really fit you. When taking these measurements, use a cloth tape measure, not a metal one. Make sure that, when you circle your chest, waist, or hips, the tape is level and neither too tight nor too loose.…
Inspired by all the gorgeous sunshine yellow accessories in the high street at the moment I fell in love with this beautiful fabric. Here is an amazing fabric for an easy sewing project. Gorgeous as it is, I thought it might be a bit overpowering as a whole garment so I made it into a…
The cold shoulder look is sweeping the nation at the moment. I have created this really simple pattern that you can whip up in a couple of hours. It’s really versatile with loads of options for different types of fabrics and contrasting shoulder straps. FREE PATTERN HERE. The Cold Shoulder Top is a boxy shape…
