To sew a new item of clothing each month
I have had this glorious stretch cotton fabric in my stash for ages and I couldn't figure out what to make out of it. Trousers would be too flamboyant, I didn't have enough to make a jumpsuit and the pattern was too big for a top or jacket. In the end I decided to make … Continue reading Hacked Suki dress
I have finally taken the plunge and invested in an overlocker! Up until now I've resisted getting one because I don't have a huge amount of space in my sewing room and because it is quite a big investment. But I've been feeling like I needed a new sewing challenge and it seemed to be … Continue reading New overlocking toy!
This jersey skirt pattern is the first one in Tilly's Stretch book (which was a very exciting Christmas present that I've been itching to make something from!). It's a really simple pattern which gives great results - what's not to love? 1. The fabric I made this from a stretch denim which I had bought … Continue reading Bibi skirt & pinafore
My first venture into sewing jersey involved making two garments. Yes, two! First I made a vest top, then some pyjamas to go with it. I sewed it all on my vintage singer - no zigzagger (I have one but can't get it to work properly), no walking foot and no overlocker, just plain 'ol … Continue reading Pyjamas
The sewing resolution 