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Sewing a Custom Softshell Duffle Coat

Hey, guess what? It’s a coat-making project from the drafts vault. I have always, always, always wanted a Duffle coat, but for some reason I’ve never owned one. I've had this Burda pattern in my stash for ages and decided to finally take the plunge. Of course, being me, I had to put a twist… Continue reading Sewing a Custom Softshell Duffle Coat

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Babelone Art Viscose Jersey

This project is so simple that there is not a lot to say about it apart from showing you. This was from last autumn and I have to say not only have I forgotten the process of the make but it was done so rapidly that I have no process photos to remind me or… Continue reading Babelone Art Viscose Jersey

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I’m still here and you’ll never guess what I did

Oh winter, winter, I hate you. I kind of know this but I'm always surprised when I can't get going at the beginning of the year. I planned to spend this time doing some learning and prepping but to be honest, not a lot has happened in the sewing, drafting or planning department. I do… Continue reading I’m still here and you’ll never guess what I did

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Washed Denim Jumpsuit

If you’ve been around for a while, you might remember #sewtogtherforsummer2019 when our assignment was to make a jumpsuit. I went a bit mad that year and created a total of five jumpsuits but was still eclipsed by the awesome Jen Legg’s 11! One of my suits was a self-drafted boilersuit style, which I made… Continue reading Washed Denim Jumpsuit

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Making the Vega dress for Fayma Patterns

I was thrilled to be invited to take part in a collaboration with Fayma Patterns. It turned into a bit of a journey.