Author Archives: didyoumakethat

Downtrodden? Not At Didyoumakethat Towers!

Posted on May 22, 2013

Reproduced by permission of Mark Bush Whilst in Skiathos, my holiday reading included the novel Tigers In Red Weather. This book is good. Oh, it’s soooooo good. It’s the perfect beach read – intriguing characters, sexual tension, a murder and … Continue reading →

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Double Gauze – You NEED This In Your Life

Posted on May 21, 2013

There’s nothing like a week in the sun to reveal which of your makes really work. Let me tell you, double gauze is my friend and you should make it yours. Above and below are my two winning holiday outfits, … Continue reading →

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Pyjama Party – Tofino Style!

Posted on May 20, 2013

A few readers have commented that another Pyjama Party might be nice, and who am I to refuse? How kind of Sewaholic to bring out the perfect beginner-friendly pattern just in time! Have you seen the fantastic Tofino pattern, released … Continue reading →

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Absolute Beginners

Posted on May 19, 2013

I started reading sewing blogs a good while before I began sewing. My mind was blown by the excellence I saw online. Someone made that jacket? For real?! But I’ll be honest – half the time I had no idea … Continue reading →

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The Hollyburn Skirt – More Classes!

Posted on May 18, 2013

Hey y’all. That’s how a gal from Derbyshire talks when her limbs are sun-soaked and she can barely get her fingertips to strike keys. But there is much excitement awaiting my return to London! On 3 and 10 June I’ll … Continue reading →

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Give Me A Child Until She Is Seven…

Posted on May 16, 2013

Aw, this blurry photo makes me really happy! It’s me and my ma, knitting side-by-side. I think Mum might be the second personality here at Didyoumakethat Towers. Anyone remember her showing me how to use an overlocker? And what about … Continue reading →

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The Pop Spots Shawl Pops My Clogs

Posted on May 15, 2013

Guys, this knitting pattern is awesome and then some. I love, love, love it. I began frightened. I knitted the first few rows in isolation in my hotel room, scared to have holiday makers jeer at me across the pool. … Continue reading →

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Knitting: Essential Holiday Packing

Posted on May 13, 2013

Of course, the most important part of holiday packing is the knitting. I’m taking materials for Loop’s Pop Shawl. There are 178 beautiful versions of this on Ravelry. I’m assured this is an easy make and I certainly hope so. … Continue reading →

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Mathilde Blouse: The Sleeveless Version

Posted on May 12, 2013

Is it possible to adapt the Mathilde blouse to a sleeveless tank top? Answer? Yes! I spent this weekend doing just that. The key to adapting this blouse is to really pare things back. I left out the facings, ignored the … Continue reading →

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Mathilde Blouse En Rouge

Posted on May 11, 2013

This is my second version of The Mathilde Blouse, made with a viscose from Stone Fabrics. I used a red cotton sateen for the cuffs and covered them with white lace I had in my stash. I also treated myself … Continue reading →

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