Category Archives: sewing

Mathilde Blouse: The Sleeveless Version

Posted on May 12, 2013 by

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 by

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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Sewing Secret: Belding Corticelli Silk Thread

Posted on May 9, 2013 by

Yes, this silk thread is just as beautiful and shimmering as it looks. It’s also a dream to work with when hand basting because it’s so slippery, making it really easy to remove. But the company who produced it don’t … Continue reading →

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Mathilde Giveaway No. Two Goes Live!

Posted on May 8, 2013 by

Remember when I launched the Mathilde Giveaway Times Three? To celebrate my third blog birthday, Tilly and the Buttons and I came up with a giveaway that had a twist. Whoever won the Mathilde blouse pattern from me, would automatically … Continue reading →

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Sewing A Summer Skirt

Posted on May 4, 2013 by

I’m going on holiday soon – yippee! But you know how these things creep up on you and you realise you haven’t thought at all about what you’re going to pack? I wanted a nice, cool, breathable summer skirt and … Continue reading →

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Mapping My Mood – Part One

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

Back in March, I travelled from London to New York and was lucky enough to hit Mood Fabrics not once, but twice. On my first visit, I spotted some plaid and glitter polka dot wool that I fell in love … Continue reading →

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Abbey Coat Winner & Hollyburn Huzzah!

Posted on April 30, 2013 by

Yay! Am really glad that my first Hollyburn skirt workshop was a success. All students went home with a completed skirt and one student even lined hers! We all worked really hard whilst chatting about The Great British Sewing Bee, … Continue reading →

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What Can I Make With My Bound Buttonholes?

Posted on April 28, 2013 by

Well, it’s been just over two weeks since I launched my e-book and over 100 people have already bought it. Thank you so much, guys! The e-book guides you through a practice make of your bound buttonholes, before starting on … Continue reading →

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Self-Esteem Needs Many Mirrors

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

I’m always impressed by how many of us have incredibly full lives outside of sewing and knitting. I know of bloggers who are actors, scientists, teachers, designers, business people, parents, bakers, gardeners… This list goes on and on. What we … Continue reading →

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Embrace The Randomness

Posted on April 25, 2013 by

It’s been a helluva week! On Monday I taught my first class at The Village Haberdashery. Thank you so much to all the people who wished me well. You’ll be pleased to hear I didn’t foul up! We had great fun, … Continue reading →

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