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The Hollyburn Skirt – More Classes!

Posted on May 18, 2013 by

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 by

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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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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Gang Life

Posted on May 6, 2013 by

Meet Poppy – Ella’s cousin! (Aka my sister’s puppy.) Don’t tell Ella, but I think Poppy pips her to the cuteness post. She has the giant-est of giant ears and the most inquisitive little face. I always swore blind I’d … Continue reading →

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True Confessions – I’m A Bin Surfer

Posted on May 1, 2013 by

There I am, merrily sewing away, when I give a yelp. Oh no! I was meant to cut out another facing/a second waistband piece/some pockets. Trouble is, I’ve been too efficient and all my scraps have gone straight in the … 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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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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Hollyburn A Trois

Posted on April 23, 2013 by

Yeah, I made another one. So shoot me! This version is going to get Worn. To. Death. It’s in black wool crepe. I added 2.5 inches to the length of version C and omitted the pockets. I’ve learnt the hard … Continue reading →

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