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Demeter Dress

I’d had my eye on the Anna Allen Demeter dress ever since I saw tester versions popping up on Instagram after its release in August 2019. I didn’t originally intend to buy it, but I figured as I was still thinking about it over a year later, I probably should!

Posted bymintbuttonadmin31st March 202129th March 2021Posted inUncategorizedTags:anna allen, demeter dress, gingham, Linen2 Comments on Demeter Dress

Carrie Cardigan

As soon as I saw the Carrie Cardigan pattern in this month’s Simply Sewing Magazine I added it straight to my list of things to make in March!

Posted bymintbuttonadmin22nd March 202131st March 2021Posted inUncategorizedTags:carrie cardigan, cotton cable knit fabric, delia creates, simply sewing magazine6 Comments on Carrie Cardigan

Cuff Dress

I made a cuff top by The Assembly Line last year and it was one of my most loved and reached-for garments during the warmer months. Naturally, as soon as the dress version of the pattern was released I added it to my ‘things to sew’ list.

Posted bymintbuttonadmin10th March 202110th March 2021Posted inUncategorizedTags:cuff dress, the assembly line, viscose challisLeave a comment on Cuff Dress

Pocket Skirt

I’ve been busy making quilt blocks recently, but had a real urge to do some dressmaking last week – I opted for one of my ‘make nine’ projects – the Pocket Skirt by Peppermint Magazine.

Posted bymintbuttonadmin22nd February 202121st February 2021Posted inUncategorizedTags:chambray, elasticated waist, peppermint magazine, pocket skirtLeave a comment on Pocket Skirt

Marlo Sweater

As soon as I saw True Bias release the Marlo Sweater in January it jumped straight to the top of my sewing list!

Posted bymintbuttonadmin15th February 202114th February 2021Posted inUncategorizedTags:grandad sweater, knit fabric, marlo sweater, true bias6 Comments on Marlo Sweater

Confident and Joyful Free Motion Quilting

I absolutely love hand-quilting and 39 of the 43 quilts I have made have been lovingly and painstakingly hand-stitched.

Posted bymintbuttonadmin8th February 20218th February 2021Posted inUncategorizedTags:FMQ, free motion quilting, quilting2 Comments on Confident and Joyful Free Motion Quilting

Ilford Jacket

This is my Friday Pattern Company Ilford Jacket and I may never take it off! I’ve had my eye on the pattern for a while and I am continually amazed by the fabulous versions I see pop up on Instagram.

Posted bymintbuttonadmin3rd February 20214th February 2021Posted inUncategorizedTags:flannel, Friday Pattern Company, Ilford jacket, shacket2 Comments on Ilford Jacket

Roxy Jumper

I can’t quite believe it took three weeks for me to start my first dressmaking project of 2021! Don’t panic – I haven’t lost my sewjo – I’ve just been very busy making my dream quilt top, testing a pattern, learning to FMQ (free motion quilt) and making a very special birthday present.

Posted bymintbuttonadmin27th January 202125th January 2021Posted inUncategorizedTags:buddy sewing, jersey fabric, Roxy jumper, Sew Over ItLeave a comment on Roxy Jumper

Make Nine 2021

It’s no secret that I enjoy planning my sewing projects as much as I like making them. It’s also no secret that I am what I would describe as a ‘completer finisher’ – I struggle to leave anything unfinished, from sewing projects to jigsaws, and nothing fulfills me more than a ticked-off list!

Posted bymintbuttonadmin4th January 20213rd January 2021Posted inUncategorizedTags:fabric stash, make nine 2021, pattern stash, sewing plans6 Comments on Make Nine 2021

Ash jeans

I really like the first pair of Megan Nielsen Ash jeans I made last year, but recently I have found myself reaching for my ill-fitting ready-to-wear jeans more and more. When I thought about why, it didn’t take me long to realise that it was down to the colour.

Posted bymintbuttonadmin31st December 202030th December 2020Posted inUncategorizedTags:ash jeans, megan nielsen, sewing jeansLeave a comment on Ash jeans

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