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Named Patterns - Outstanding New Collection(Post)
Named patterns have really raised the bar with their newest pattern collection. Evolution Theory contains shirt dresses, beautiful tailoring and the most modern split hem oversized jumper. Add to this
The Great British Sewing Bee - Series 9 Episode 6(Post)It was Kid's week on the Great British Sewing Bee and what a fun week it was! Contestants had to sew terry towelling to make dinosaur dressing gowns, re-fashion children's denim jackets and finally, m
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
New Autumn Suiting Fabrics - Now in stock(Post)Have you started planning your Autumn wardrobe yet? I've started and I want all of these new suiting fabrics in it. Tailoring is a big trend for AW '16. Lines between masculine and feminine blurring w
10 things I want to sew!(Post)If you are anything like me I bet you have a long list of things that you want to sew. A jumble of inspirational styles you have seen, fabrics you have collected and patterns just waiting to be made.H
EX DESIGNER FABRIC BLACK AND GREY(Post)Perfect for everyday. This selection of black and grey dressmaking fabrics fresh from our Italian designer warehouse will blend easily into your existing wardrobe palette.Mix and match them with brigh
February(Page)Welcome to your February 2022 Dream Wardrobe. UK SIZES 6-30 I love a blouse and jeans, it’s one of my favourite outfit combinations as it can be so versatile...
Viscose - What is it?(Page)Viscose or Rayon is what is known as a manmade fabric. This is different to synthetic fabric in that it is made from plant based material. Rather than being spun and woven like natural fabrics such...
Embrace Your Wild Side: The Rise of Wildcat Prints in Fashion(Post)If there's one trend that refuses to be tamed, it's wildcat prints. From leopard spots to tiger stripes, these fierce patterns have become a fashion staple that keeps making a comeback, season after
Dressmaking.....motivation essential(Post)A month ago I went to the wedding of the Vintage Man Aprons (see previous blog post).I had planned to make myself a stunning midnight blue lace dress lined in hot pink satin. Using my current favourit
Sewing Bee Guide(Page)Week 6 THE CHALLENGES It’s Music Week, and the challenges are hitting all the right notes! For this week’s Pattern Challenge, the bees face a particularly daunting task as they recreate Jean Paul...
The Great British Sewing Bee - Series 9 Episode 4(Post)It was 'Reduce, Reuse, Recycle' week on the Great British Sewing Bee and we all absolutely loved this episode! Sustainability in sewing is more important than ever and it was interesting to see this t
January 6-18(Page)Welcome to your January 2023 Dream Wardrobe. UK SIZES 6-18 Your first Dream Wardrobe of the year! We are very excited to have teamed up with By Hand...
ME MADE MAY PLEDGE(Post)I am very excited to be joining in with Me Made May this year. In case you don't know what this is hop over to So, Zo... What do you know? blog to find out more about it.I really wanted to join in las
The Great British Sewing Bee - Series 10 Episode 3(Post)It was holiday week on the Great British Sewing Bee this week so it's time to break out the sunglasses, slather on the sunscreen, and dive headfirst into the challenges! We absolutely adored the patte
January 16-30(Page)Welcome to your January 2023 Dream Wardrobe. UK SIZES 16-30 Your first Dream Wardrobe of the year! We are very excited to have teamed up with By Hand London, for a...
The Great British Sewing Bee - Series 8 Episode 5(Post)This week on the Great British Sewing Bee, things took a spooky turn in the made-to-measure, and contestants had to get used to making more fiddly garments as it was children's week! The first challen
July 2023(Page)Welcome to your July 2023 Dream Wardrobe. UK SIZES 6-30 I really felt that my summer wardrobe was missing a great skirt. One that was plain enough it...
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
March 2025(Page)Welcome to your March 2025 Dream Wardrobe. UK SIZES 6-30 It’s officially blouse season here at Fabric Godmother! If there’s still a chill in the air, this blouse is perfect for...