If you follow me on Instagram, you might have seen that after watching the Great British Sewing Bee I set myself the challenge of sewing the same quilted jacket that the contestants were tasked to make in Series 8, episode 4.
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I Am Helios
I’m sure you all know that I’m a huge fan of I Am Patterns – I have made several of their designs and I am always excited when the lovely Blandine gets in touch to give me a sneak preview of their latest collection! ‘I Am Brilliant’ is their newest release and comprises of two versatile patterns.
Zadie Jumpsuit
The Zadie Jumpsuit pattern was released by Paper Theory in March 2019 and has been a favourite in the sewing community ever since. When I was planning my #MakeNine2022 I had a little browse through the Fold Line’s ‘Top 10 Indie Sewing Patterns of 2021’ – I had already made 6 of the designs but the Zadie was a pattern I hadn’t tried, so I added it to my list.
Merilyn Sweater
When the team at Atelier Jupe asked if I would like to choose a fabric ahead of the launch of their new collection I jumped at the chance! I absolutely love their beautiful prints and their fabric is always of the highest quality. There were so many delicious designs, but it was this new substrateContinue reading “Merilyn Sweater”
Hope dress
Every time I restocked the Style Arc patterns at Hometown the Hope dress would catch my eye, so I decided to buy a copy to scratch that itch.
Luna Pants
I had my eye on the Made by Rae Luna Pants ever since I saw a copy of the pattern at Hometown, but never got around to sewing a pair. It’s not a pattern I see many people making and sharing on Instagram, so I suppose I just sort of forgot about them!
Georgie Pinafore
Much like pairs of dungarees, I can never have too many pinafore dresses. The Helen’s Closet York pinafore is a favourite and features in my wardrobe 3 times, but Jennifer Lauren is the queen of pinafore patterns – I have made 2 each of the Ivy and Pippi and Georgie is the latest addition to my collection!
Make Nine 2022
Happy New Year! Although 2020 is shaping up to be a bit of a trilogy, among all the uncertainty that a global pandemic brings, something I can plan with assurance are my sewing projects!
Olya Shirtdress
I made my first Paper Theory Patterns Olya shirtdress in May last year and it is something I reach for in my wardrobe at lot.
Frida blouse
I was delighted when Eva and Petra from Atelier Jupe reached out and invited me to collaborate with them again and sew a garment from their latest collection. I was excited to see the 11 new printed viscoses and 3 new patterns!