it's not just another pattern. It's a Closet Case Pattern. You click the link and there it is - without having realised until now, this is the dress that you've been wanting to own for your whole life. The Charlie Caftan
Greece: A me made May adventure
Downloading the photos to the blog it was pretty clear that this post was going to be a me made holiday round up - there's lots of visual eye candy of gorgeous Grecian villages, sunsets and more.
Me made may update
This post was disasterously deleted just before I hit post. I had to wait until I got home to be able to restore the previous version. Better late than never! We're past the half way point of me made may, and so far I'm enjoying working more of my hand sewn items into my everyday... Continue Reading →
Me made May: week 1
It's been a busy week, with the Sew Scottish meet up in Edinburgh, a busy week at work and a jam packed (and sunny) bank holiday weekend.
Me Made May 2018
This is so exciting - my first me made May!
Sewing plans – Greek island hopping
I have two big trips planned for this year - as well as New York, at the end of May we'll be heading to Greece to do some island hopping. My wardrobe ideas for Greece are romantic, flowing airy dresses. Cottons and drapes wovens.
Extending my craft: a macrame workshop
I had no expectations about whether I'd enjoy macrame. I'd seen some on instagram and it looked pretty cool, I also figured it'd be pretty difficult and require a lot of dedication. Reader. I was wrong.
Slow progress and learning along the way – sewing mistakes
As much as I love to look at new patterns, and join in discussions on social media, this isn't really a substitute for actual sewing experience. I might know a lot about the patterns out there, but I still have a lot to learn about sewing.
The dartless full bust adjustment – Kalle
One of the most challenging aspects for me in getting started with a pattern is the adjustments. I don't think I'm alone in that!