My Top 3 Maxi Skirt Patterns

I’ve just added the Gabriola by Sewaholic Patterns to my growing collection of hand-made summer maxi skirts! I love making and wearing maxi skirts and now that I’ve tried a few different patterns, I thought it’d be useful to do a roundup of three of my favourites. The Pros Of All 3 Each has a fitted yoke or waistband – […]

How to Make a Maxi Miette Skirt.

I love maxi skirts, especially in the summer. They’re flattering, comfortable and most importantly, easy to make! Last year I lengthened the Miette skirt pattern by Tilly and the Buttons to make this maxi. I’ve heard that people have had problems making this maxi pattern though. The main sticking points seem to have been fabric choice and drafting […]

Here’s A Quick Way To Boost Your Self-Made Summer Wardrobe.

It’s sizzling hot here in southern Germany and I’ve little time for sewing. I’d much rather be cooling off in my local Freibad! Fortunately, I was given a pattern multi-pack with all I needed to quickly give my self-made summer wardrobe a hefty boost. In one week, using half of the pack’s quick and easy patterns, I’ve managed to create […]

Me-Made-May 2014 – Roundup – Part One

It’s day twelve of Me-Made-May 2014 and so far I’ve upheld my pledge to wear at least one me-made garment every day this month. I’ve been posting my pics daily in the #MMMay14 page under ‘Makes’ in my header menu bar and also on the #MMMay14 Pinterest page. I’m glad I’m doing this. I love […]

6 Signs You’re A Selfish Sewer

1. When invited to join Selfish Sewing Week and sew for yourself, you jump in without a moment’s hesitation. 2. You immediately clear your schedule – ignore messy house, overgrown garden and hungry children – and get stuck into sewing! 3. You choose a quick and easy pattern so you can double your selfishness and crank […]

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