When it comes to sewing patterns, there are three basic routes: a ready-made pattern, make-your-own or wing it (not so much a pattern). Following on from my last post about fabric, if you are going to make an item of clothing, some kind of plan has to be followed. I’m […]
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Sew you have a sewing machine – now the fabric
If you’ve read my last post, then you’ll know I’m busy sewing a few additions for my children’s Spring/Summer wardrobes. Drawers are thinned of outgrown clothes and I’m starting to sew. I love to sew. I love making something unique. It’s my chance to be creative. I do get […]
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When you have limes….
One of the many joys of ordering a veg and fruit box each week is that you never know what may arrive. A couple of boxes ago, we found a lime. Just one. There were various suggestions including one of gin and tonic, but all suggestions meant only a few […]
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Cool dude fabric labels
Tip for the day: if you ever give a gift to someone who crafts, they will be just as excited about the wrappings as the contents of the parcel. Their mind will already be working out what they can use the paper for and how cute the ribbon is. Roll […]
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