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Find out what we have been getting up to and our thoughts on everything sewing. Learn new skills and techniques with our free instructions and YouTube tutorials.
Made to Sew Patterns
09/02/2022
Exciting news! After months… and months of developing the new size ranges. I am pleased to announce that the Made to Sew patterns are ready to l...
Grainline Options
29/03/2021
Do you understand fabric grainlines? Have you used the cross grain or the bias to cut out a garment that was designed for the length grain before? Let...
DIY Silk Scrunchies
15/03/2021
Learn how to make a silk scrunchie for your hair. In this quick tutorial I talk through how to make a scrunchie in a step by step manner. I share two ...
Make Tulle Flowers
24/10/2018
Add a couture embellishment to a garment, create a simple corsage or add these flowers to a hat or headband. There are so many way you can use these s...
Pattern Matching Tips
04/04/2018
Are you struggling with pattern matching your fabric? Or just want to learn a new skill to create some stunning garments? Learn how to pattern match w...
A little inspiration for Easter…
30/03/2018
Making gifts or decorations this Easter? In need of a little inspiration? Join us, and learn how to sew these cute hanging birds or Easter eggs. Per...
Hello Copen… (shift dress/top)
11/07/2017
Say hello to Copen, a free dressmaking pattern for a simple shift dress or top. Download here: Copen Top & Dress. Copen is a simple yet stylish s...
Make Easter Eggs
14/04/2017
Continue the Easter theme and make these Easter Eggs, perfect for hanging on trees and decorating your home. A great way to use up scraps of fabric. W...
Make Easter Birds
10/04/2017
Learn how to make these cute birds in time for Easter. Make in your choice of fabrics, a great way to use up scraps! Follow our detailed YouTube tutor...
DIY Leather Purse (Bow)
19/03/2017
Hopefully you have seen the tutorial for creating either the plain or frill leather purses and want to know how to take your sewing further and learn ...
DIY Leather Purse (Frill)
15/03/2017
As part of the series of leather purses I wanted to share the techniques for a purse with a frill feature on the front. If you are new to sewing leath...
DIY Leather Purse (Plain)
09/03/2017
Make one of these cute purses and learn techniques for sewing and working with leather. In the latest YouTube tutorial (How To: Leather Plain Purse ...