I'm so excited to share my Esme Cardigan from Named Clothing. I've worn it pretty much constantly since making it! I made this cardigan with fabric given to me from the Sewist Fabric Shop, and was paid to write a blog post on their site - you can find all the details in that post,... Continue Reading →

A sewing advent calendar shines a light on a big sewist problem

I've been having a huge sort through my fabrics and patterns during lockdown. After doing this, I have had to face up to the fact that I have way too much fabric. Over 100 pieces. Almost every piece I have a plan for, but I just don't have the time. I also have loads of... Continue Reading →

What I wore during the Covid lockdown. Lots of as yet unblogged makes - consider these a sneak peak. Closet Case Kalle shirt & Tilly and the Buttons Cleo pinafore Seamwork Astoria & Helen's Closet Blackwood Cardigan Self drafted skirt with elasticated waist Tilly and the Buttons Freya top Tilly and the Buttons Ness Skirt... Continue Reading →

A diary of what I wore in May. Quite a few of these garments haven't made it to the blog yet - consider this a sneak peak! Tilly & the Buttons Ness Skirt Seamwork Bo & Poppy & Jazz Strawberry Sweater Storybook Patterns Overture Top Tilly & the Buttons Safiya trousers & Freya top Kalle... Continue Reading →

It's been a while again. If you follow me on Instagram, you'll have seen I've had a baby!

All in all a fab make - it only took 2.5 metres, so I still have a metre of this delicious fabric left (I predict a cropped Kalle!). And I'm already planning my next Myosotis.

Reader...it's been a while. A LOT has happened this year and you've probably noticed that I've not had much time for blogging. The main development... I've been growing a baby! I'm due towards the end of the year - I'm more than 7 months now. As with most women, I spent the first three months... Continue Reading →