Tag Archives: Simplicity 2599

Simplicity 2599 – Does It Ever Stop?

Posted on July 16, 2011 by

Everyone seemed so keen on the grey polka dot version of Simplicity 2599 that I thought I’d make another one. I used the cotton/silk mix fabric that I bought at Goldhawk Road in May. I can’t believe this stuff was … Continue reading →

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MMJ5 – On The Hoof

Posted on June 5, 2011 by

When you’re in the depths of rural Shropshire, you take your new friends where you can find them. Meet my mates, the Shire horses! I didn’t have to explain about Me Made June because they couldn’t have cared less. Many … Continue reading →

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The Staying Power of Simplicity 2599

Posted on March 7, 2011 by

This isn’t a recent make – it’s one of my very early makes from November 2009. I was only two or so months into my sewing career. Wowee! Can you believe I worked with this slippery eel fabric as a … Continue reading →

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Patch Pockets, Please!

Posted on August 23, 2010 by

Wheee! Pocket detail I’ve finished my 5th version of the Simplicity 2599 blouse. This is my go-to pattern when I just want to make something really straightforward, usually to wear with jeans. There’s nothing complex about it, but I like … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Jenny

Posted on May 27, 2010 by

Ta da! Here I am wearing Burda’s Jenny skirt, teamed with – you guessed it – one of my four versions of the Simplicity 2599 blouse. How much do I love this skirt? A lot! I’m not alone. So Zo … Continue reading →

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Simplicity 2599 and the Betty cardigan

Posted on May 6, 2010 by

Spotty fabric is spot on! Oh, I do love a spot of crass word play. Groan. Okay, I’ll spot now – ahem – I mean, stop. I’ve got round to using that lovely spotty cotton I bought from Saeed Fabrics … Continue reading →

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Mirror, Mirror, On The Wall

Posted on April 1, 2010 by

Who is the Greatest Sewist of them all? I jest. Oh my goodness, how I jest. I have issues. Not that type! A mirror issue. My sewing machine resides in the living room downstairs. Our only full-length mirror hangs from … Continue reading →

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