So back in February I was getting all excited about finding my new style and was making plans for some Spring Sewing. I did pretty well and managed to crank out two out of the four items that I made plans for (check them out here and here). Then my parents threw a spanner in…
Chalkboard Roll-Up Mat Tutorial
Welcome to Part 2 of my tutorials using chalkboard fabric, in collaboration with Elephant In My Handbag. If you missed Part 1, where I share how to make very simple chalkboard embroidery hoop decor, you can check that out here. Today I’m sharing how to make a really fun chalkboard roll-up mat. This mat is…
Embroidery Hoop Chalkboard Tutorial
Time for another Elephant In My Handbag tutorial. In fact, we have two EIMH tutorials for you this month, both using the most amazing fabric which up until a couple of months ago, I didn’t know existed – Chalkboard fabric! That’s right, it’s fabric that has a special black coating on it that acts like…
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My Number 1 Sewing Tip
On my 29th birthday, back in 2009, I was given my very own sewing machine, and a passion was born. Since then I have been sewing, on and off, pretty much every week and, although I wouldn’t call myself an expert and I have an awful lot more to learn, I have certainly picked up…
Spring 2016 Sewing: Wiksten Tova
So here is the second instalment to my Spring 2016 Sewing plan. I have finally sewn up a Wiksten Tova – it has only taken me about four years! I’ve had this pattern in my stash for a ridiculously long time, and have always meant to make a version, as I have loved all the…
Spring 2016 Sewing: Vogue V1247
Today I’m really excited to be sharing the first make from my Spring 2016 Sewing Plans. I decided to tackle the Vogue Patterns V1247 first because, for some reason, I was super excited about this one, plus I had a girls night out planned and I thought it would be the perfect excuse to wear…