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Superstar Bra – Waves & Wild
When the Superstar Bra pattern was released by Waves & Wild last week. I instantly knew that it had to go to the top of my sewing list. Image: Waves & Wild / Alanna Kate Photography I promptly ordered the pattern from the Waves & Wild website (currently at...
Should I Prewash my Fabric?
Should I prewash my fabric before cutting out? This is one of the questions I get asked a lot. I have 3 reasons why you should pre-wash your fabric. 1. Shrinkage So the first point is the risk of shrinkage. If you're working with a natural fibre fabric, such as cotton...
Seasonal Sewing Plans – Autumn 2021
It’s that time of year again when I’m thinking about my wardrobe and my seasonal sewing plans. This Autumn I have a few things my wardrobe is lacking and I want to plan the projects I need to fill these gaps. I love to use the change in seasons to give my wardrobe a...
Waltons Fabric in Goldthorpe
Waltons Fabric is in Goldthorpe which is between Doncaster, Barnsley and Rotherham. It is easily accessed from the A1 if you are travelling from further afield. And without a doubt it is worth the journey. There is usually free parking on the street outside the shop....
Your First Dressmaking Project – 5 Tips to Choose the Right Fabric
When your just starting out with your first dressmaking project, it can be overwhelming to choose the right fabric for your garment. If you're coming to Sewing School (5 week dressmaking course) these tips will help you pick a fabric for your project. If you need help...
One Year of Sewing in the Love & Stitches Club
It’s been over a year since I started my online dressmaking club. Which is now call the Love & Stitches Club, previously the Learn to Sew Membership Club. So a whole year of sewing within our lovely community! Since starting in July 2020 we’ve done 13 Sew Alongs...
Scrap Busting Garments – Florrie’s Hoodie
As a dressmaker I do tend to accumulate a lot of scraps of fabric. Last week my sewing has been all about scrap busting! I’ve even been using tiny pieces that are pretty much good for nothing. Let me tell you about my youngest niece, Florence’s 3rd Birthday Hoodie....
Celebrating Sewing Success
We’re just coming to the end of the current term of Sewing School courses. And let me tell you there have been some amazing sewing success! You are all so amazing and I love hanging out with you for a few hours every week! I really love to see what you all make and...
Aim for Progress not Perfection
Progress not perfection is what you should be aiming for when learning a new skill. Sewing is the same as other skills. Such as learning to play a musical instrument or to speak a foreign language. When students first come to me there is sometimes a bit of a...
Mending makes a Difference
Mending your clothes is just one little thing that makes a big difference. There’s no dispute that the planet is a breaking point. We have consumed and consumed for the last 50+ years to the extent that clothing is now seen as a disposable item. I can spout the facts...
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