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AHOY THERE(Post)
This warmer weather is making me feel like I'm beside the seaside.... beside the sea! (Oh and I do actually live beside the seaside)If you fancy getting nautical we have some sea inspired fabrics to w
Spotty trousers(Post)I was a little nervous of this whole patterned trouser trend it felt a bit scary to highlight the part of my body I am less happy with. Even so I decided to jump in and have a go! Well I am converted
Sew La Di Da Vintage....A sophisticated new Vintage pattern brand(Post)Sew La Di Da Vintage, as the name suggests, is a fantastic vintage inspired pattern brand. I met the vibrant Caroline at The Handmade Fair and instantly fell in love with her passion and style.Beautif
SUNSHINE FROM A GUEST BLOGGER(Post)We have a real treat today, the lovely Ruth from Where is the tube? asked if I would like her to do a guest blog all about the spring (apparently it is just round the corner) trends. I jumped at the c
SIMPLE TO SEW INFINITY DRESS(Post)Woop! Party season is right around the corner. Don't have anything wear? No problem, your Fabric Godmother is here with a simple to sew infinity dress idea.Issue 11 of Simply Sewing features the stunn
RE'SEW'LUTIONS(Post)Phew I made it through 2014, what a year! A beautiful baby daughter, moving from London to live by the sea in Hove, I even managed to sew a few bits and pieces along the way. I'm especially proud of
NEW TILLY & THE BUTTONS PATTERN - ARIELLE (WITH FREE SHIPPING)(Post)Ohhh I always get really excited when Tilly starts dropping hints that there is a new pattern in the pipeline. With the latest one she tempted us with a few intriguing shots on Instgram, and finally t
Textured Ponte Roma Jerseys & A New Tilly and the Buttons Pattern!(Post)Whenever we get these textured Ponte Roma jerseys in they are always really popular. The plain colour with a bit of textured detail make them fun but easy to mix into your wardrobe. At only £10 per me
Add a Touch of Sparkle with our Brocades and Lurex Ponte Roma Jersey(Post)***Warning this blog post contains the C word***Sparkle is for life not just for Christmas! Ohh ok it looks extra super amazing at Silly season but there is no reason you can't wear sparkle everyday i
GINGER JEANS PATTERN AND OTHER CLOSET CASE NOW IN STOCK(Post)If like me you have always struggled to buy off the shelf jeans, my issue is always a gaping waist, then why not make your own?Ginger jeans from Closet case patterns are a tried and tested jeans patt
Patterned Viscose Crepe - Just Arrived From Italy!(Post)I think viscose is a bit of an unsung hero when it comes to fabrics. This Italian crepe is no exception!Viscose is made from wood pulp making it a natural fibre, this means it is very breathable and m
Hawthorn has landed(Post)I am so excited that the latest sewing pattern from the wonderful, Colette has just arrived.The Hawthorn dress and blouse sewing patternTurn heads in this curve-hugging classic that combines gamine st
NEW DENIMS(Post)Denim is awesome. It's so versatile and suits everyone. We've got some amazing new denim fabric in stock from embossed stretch denim to a velvet denim. Yes, you read right, velvet denim!!Here are my f
SWEATSHIRT SEASON(Post)If you follow me on Instagram you may have noticed I am a massive fan of the sweatshirt.Originally developed in the 1920s in America. Sweatshirts were Benjamin Russel's answer to his football player
It's Friday!!! New Fabrics!!!(Post)I have just added a whole bunch of fabulous floral fabrics to the website. All of them are limited in stock and once they are gone will not be back, so if you like them then hurry hurry!Risa is a stre
NEW COTTON LAWNS AND POPLINS(Post)We have had some more beautiful cotton lawns and poplins arrive over the past week. Here are some of my favourite and some suggestions of what I would sew with them. To see the full range pop over to
MEGAN NIELSEN PATTERNS(Post)I was really pleased when Megan Nielsen emailed me to tell me that she was going to re launch her beautiful patterns back into print with a whole new look to them. The Darling ranges dress has always
Ribbed Cotton Jersey, Cupro Twill and New colours of the Missoni Wool. Perfect Autumn layering(Post)Layering. That is the key to dressing at the moment. When you leave your house in the morning, slightly chilly, but by lunchtime you are heading to the park to eat your sandwiches in the last of this
The Great British Sewing Bee - Series 8 Episode 8(Post)It was quarter-finals weeks on the sewing bee and the theme was all things 1930's! Another challenging week of patterns, where the contestants were tasked to make a pair of ladies sailor trousers, ref
Kimono Jacket(Post)I have seen loads of amazing Kimono jackets in the shops and on fashion blogs recently. They always look super glamorous and really easy to wear. Ideal in this warm weather as a cover up (also great