Pattern review: Megan Nielsen - Hovea Jacket and Coat
Professional, high quality, and wearable, everyday designs. There is a reason I have sewed three Megan Nielsen patterns. And the relaxed...
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How to: Pre-wash your fabric
Sure it isn't the most exciting thing to do, and it may be tempting to skip when all you want to do is dive straight into your new...
How to: Seam finishes
Finishing a seam edge becomes essential to completing a garment. But how do you know which seam finish is best for the fabric or garment?...
Pattern review: Birgitta Helmersson - Zero Waste Pant Block
I have always loved the almost jigsaw puzzle like challenge that pattern making and cutting brings with it. But zero waste pattern...
How to: Create a toile
A toile is essentially a test garment that is used to check sizing, fit, and proportion. There are typically two different types of...
How to: Sew on a button
Whether you are finishing off a project or needing to re-attach a button that has fallen off, the act of hand sewing a button is a great...
Pattern review: Japanese Sewing Book - 'Tops I Want To Wear Now'
Effortless and minimal. This beautiful book is one of many in the Japanese Sewing Book range and while it won't be for everyone, I...
How to: Machine gather
A fun, and super useful technique that is well worth mastering. First things first. Why gather? Gathers essentially create fullness by...
June wrap-up
Let's slow down, celebrate the handmade, and enjoy fashion mindfully. The dreaded Covid finally caught up with me this month. So a large...
How to: Read a sewing pattern envelope
Understanding a sewing pattern envelope will go a long way in ensuring you buy the right pattern, but also all the required materials and...
Pattern review: Tessuti - Naia Pants
Everything I love in a pant pattern - slouchy fit, dropped crotch, cropped length, and deep pockets! I remember hanging out for this...
May wrap-up
Lacking sewing inspiration? This month's wrap-up will be sure to get you inspired. Welcome to my May monthly wrap-up, and what a month it...
Thinking about drafting your own patterns?
Here is a list of equipment to get you started from basic stationary, to rulers and tools. I remember getting my pattern making kit...
5 independent pattern brands to get you inspired
Wanting to know the difference between commercial and independent sewing patterns, or just looking for your next project? Then this post...
April wrap-up
This month's wrap-up includes packing tips and tricks, on-the-go travel essentials, and pattern inspiration for 'Me Made May'. Apologies...
Pattern review: Merchant & Mills - The Florence
Versatile. Timeless. Super comfortable. The perfect addition to anyones wardrobe! To be honest, I don't wear a lot of dresses. In order...
Weekly wrap - 9
27 September - 3 October, 2021 Autumn has definitely arrived here in Munich. The temperature has started to drop, the trees are beginning...
Weekly wrap - 6
5 - 11 September, 2021 I love reading. But sadly, e-books, or borrowing from a library, just don't do it for me. Nothing beats a physical...
Sew good for you
I truly believe that gaining a better understanding of how our clothing is made, will enable us to develop a greater love and respect for...
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