Daily Archives: October 5, 2015

Heartfelt apology to my overlocker

I am the first to admit, that I expect a lot from my toys, and I don’t look after them anywhere near as much as I should. My poor overlocker, is run ragged, cleaned only when I have to, often … Continue reading

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Singer Perfect Plus – Princess Seam Jacket

Sometimes, you go into a project with very limited expectations, but find the design or fabric, takes you to a level you just weren’t expecting. This jacket was made, using fabric picked up from an estate sale. Its most definitely … Continue reading

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Upcycle, redesign and repurpose

One thing I have always loved doing, it up cycling and repurposing fabrics. Back when I first started sewing, it was often the only way I could get my hands on pretty fabric; trawling through the op-shops, grabbing clothes purely … Continue reading

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Simplicity 2336 – Khaliah Ali Collection

This has become a great TNT, especially for the soft, slinky knits that are so popular right now. I find these shirts are great for work, especially in Autumn and Spring, where its cool and then warm. Paired with a … Continue reading

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Jalie Raglan T-shirt

This has fast become my go-to, when it comes to tshirts. I love the raglan sleeves, I love the scooped neckline, I love the sleeve length and I love the hemline. Another pattern that fits almost perfectly out of the … Continue reading

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Petite Plus Blouse

How long has it been since I have posted a sewing entry?  I have been very slack I know, but its time to get my blog back to its core business; documenting my sewing journey. Petite Plus Blouse ….. this … Continue reading

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