Top ‘n’ Tailing : A Guide to Hacking your own unique Jumpsuit Pattern (from patterns you already have!)

Have you ever wanted to create your own unique garment, by hacking together certain features from your favourite sewing patterns but find yourself unsure where to begin? Perhaps you'd like to enter this years' #sewtogetherforsummer challenge but can't quite find a pattern that has all the elements you wish it had? Today we bring you… Continue reading Top ‘n’ Tailing : A Guide to Hacking your own unique Jumpsuit Pattern (from patterns you already have!)

The winners of #sewtogetherforsummer 2018!

Hi All! A massive thank you to all who took part in this years' #sewtogetherforsummer challenge; an astonishing 450+ dresses were completed and submitted by the deadline date. Once again, myself @SewSarahSmith, Suzy @Sewing_in_Spain and Monika @rocco.sienna were absolutely delighted with your boundless enthusiasm and creativity! Whilst checking the entries to put in the Prize… Continue reading The winners of #sewtogetherforsummer 2018!

My #sewtogetherforsummer Wrap Dress: the Appleton by Cashmerette

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Hi! So I’ve sewn the first of my #sewtogetherforsummer wrap dresses; the Appleton by Cashmerette. I’m kicking myself for not trying this pattern sooner as it’s such a simple and quick sew yet is brilliantly drafted to ensure a really great fit. I’ve sewn a few wrap dresses in my time (see McCalls 7119 here… Continue reading My #sewtogetherforsummer Wrap Dress: the Appleton by Cashmerette