Category Archives: Craft and Sewing Patterns
Persistence
When I bought this fabric, I didn’t really like it. Â Oh sure it was a great price, and I am sure I could figure out something to make out of it … but was it really me? Â I bought 5 … Continue reading
Giving for the sake of giving
My sister invited me to be part of a gift exchange, through Facebook. You are assigned a person, are given a comprehensive survey about your person, and then you purchase/source/make gifts for that person, up to a pre-determined amount. Â The … Continue reading
A family tradition …. Potholders
My sister and I used to receive a set of potholders and tea towels for xmas, every year …. from our grandmother. They were never very expensive ones, usually bought from the cheapy shop, but still our grandmother has lots … Continue reading
Lounge Room quilts
The first of two quilts, that I made for my lounge chairs. I completed both quilts last year, and unfortunately, my friend, who was long arm quilting them for me, had a massive rush of jobs, along with a couple … Continue reading
Its just a body ……… and its only clothes
My sister has a policy with regards to food, and her picky food hating toddlers ……. its just food, there is no point stressing over it.  She developed this attitude when her first boy was 2, and she was struggling with … Continue reading
Removing Overlocker Stitch – a tutorial
Just a quick tute today. Â After overlocking (serging) the shoulder seams of two gowns today, I realised that I actually needed to complete the vests first. Â So, hence a tute on removing overlocker stitch. Hope this helps everyone. Removing Overlocking … Continue reading
Pink and black nightgown
This is my second incarnation of the Seamster (formerly Disparate Disciplines) Yellowtail Cami pattern. Â This time I lengthened all the body pieces, with a view to having a nightgown. Â I also added a small amount to the side seams (tapered … Continue reading
The quest for the perfect t-shirt
Yep, its time to update my t-shirt supply, and I think perhaps, to stop wearing sacks. I am still a fair bit conscious of my “comfort layer”, but I think that perhaps I am making myself look bigger than I … Continue reading
Chevron Cami ….. and adjusting fit
I came across this pattern company quite by accident. A very new independent designer, I was pointed to their site, through a topic on Artisans Square. At first look, I wasn’t particularly interested, since their size charts finished at Size … Continue reading
Connections, beauty and indulgence
AKA ….. why do I NEED a vintage sewing machine! Connections …… Do you have treasures from your childhood? Â Special things that have meaning, help you relive the love you felt, and trigger memories of small but significant moments? Â I … Continue reading
