Category Archives: Craft and Sewing Patterns
Xmas Banner – Part 1 and 2
As a favour to some newbie sewist friends of mine, I have created a tutorial to start on a Xmas Banner. Â This is the first two parts, and covers the creation of a template, choice of fabric, and cutting out. … Continue reading
Pink, blue ……. and LOUD !!!!
I adore bright pink …. it makes my face look flushed, and probably doesn’t suit me, but what the heck, I like it anyway. This fabric was part of a garage sale hoard that I scored last year (or was … Continue reading
Legendary Jacket Patch
Well this has been a fair time in the making, but my son’s smile makes it worth it. I picked up this fantastic thick fleece jacket from an op shop, mistakenly believing that the initials on the front were from … Continue reading
Yoga Band Skirt – plus size friendly
The advent of the yoga band as a fashion choice had been great in many ways. Its comfortable, creates an attractive silhouette, makes clothing versatile (e.g.: for maternity) and is a good choice for clothing that requires you to move … Continue reading
My journey with the linen dress
*insert 100 decibel scream here* I am not a great shape for these sorts of dresses. I know that, its been proven time and time again. But I found this gorgeous fabric. Linen/spandex …. a fabric I don’t usually wear. … Continue reading
Recovering an ironing board
It seems such an easy thing to buy, that most of us don’t even think about recovering our ironing board. But really, if you have the fabric, and the skills (not that its complex to do), then why not be … Continue reading
My Place and Yours
Well, I am participating in a blogger world thingo yet again, linked through Punky&Me. My Pin Cushion For years, I had an old CWA purchase, a little cane basket with checked cotton top, complete with delicate lace frill. This was … Continue reading
Product Review: ZORB
Of course with spending the last 3 years making nappies for friends and rellies, I have developed quite a supply of various fabrics suitable for nappies. In my internet travels to find more fabric (she who dies with the most … Continue reading
Links for Training Pants
A friend asked for some links specifically for training pants. The following links are for two types of trainers, a side snapping and a pull on. http://www.thenappynetwork.org.nz/images/WeeWeka_Knickers.pdf This link has a PDF pattern for the pull on pants (car ones … Continue reading
Fabric Suppliers for MCN’s and nappies
After finding the pattern, fabric is the next big purchase. Once you have graduated beyond the basics, you will need to invest in specialist fabrics and notions, like PUL, Bamboo Fleece, FOE, lastin and snaps. Here are some companies I … Continue reading
