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LATEST ARTICLES ( 47 )

• No Patterns Needed Blog Tour- the Cape Sleeved Top

  

  I'm super pleased to be taking part in the Blog Tour for Rosie's fabulous new book, No Patterns Needed.If you're not yet familiar, Rosie's new sewing book... Read more

  Posted on 02 August 2016 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Introducing Sewn Sustainably

  

  I have some exciting news!Over the past months I have been working seriously hard on a project to launch sustainable sewing lessons, now known as Sewn... Read more

  Posted on 22 July 2016 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• La Catarina! Seamwork Dress

  

  It feels like summer has finally hit London, so I thought I'd finally get around to blogging my new favourite dress. If you follow me on Instagram you may... Read more

  Posted on 18 July 2016 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Coming to America (and Canada as Usual)

  Hello!I've been making (as much as is possible with River and her pooping ways) and have a few cool things to show you all, but I wanted to quickly blog about m... Read more

  Posted on 12 July 2016 LIFESTYLE

• Getting My Jumpsuit on Again Vogue 9075

  

  WHHHHAT UP. I am back. And, what have I got for you?Another jumpsuit! After the success of my much-loved Named Ailaaki jumpsuit, I didn't think I'd find... Read more

  Posted on 23 May 2016 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• The Clare Coat!

  

  Hello! I have returneth from the depths of poopy nappies and over-caffeination to proudly introduce my latest make - the Clare Coat! Read more

  Posted on 17 November 2015 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Funny How Time Slips Away: McCalls 6436

  

  Well, hello there, my it's been a long, long time......since, I came round these parts and showed you something I made MINUS a huge, big growing belly full of... Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2015 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• A Round Belly and a Round Cocoon Coat

  

  Another blog post! I hope this last hurrah of energy means baby Szabobobo is on her way...I've been meaning to blog my coat since November, but just never got... Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2015 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• I Just Can't Help Believin'

  

  That I have met such an amazing bunch of people ( community) through sewing.Yesterday, I thought I was meeting Tania and Sally for a relaxed lunch in Cafe Roug... Read more

  Posted on 22 February 2015 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Sewing for the Man. Burda 7045 Shirt.

  

  This latest project was promised almost two years ago. I'm that crappy when it comes to sewing for Mr Szabs.On a trip to Berlin, some moons ago, we went to the... Read more

  Posted on 29 September 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Dip Your Toe into Shirt Dress Heaven. Come Make the 6696 with Me!

  

  Hey peeps!Belly is growing, but I'm still a-sewing.My latest make is another McCall's 6696. As you know this is my favourite pattern ever and I've already made... Read more

  Posted on 24 September 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Two Netties and a Bump

  

  Even though it's been over a month since I last hung out in blogger, I have been sewing and have some overdue makes to share with you all. My recent makes all... Read more

  Posted on 07 September 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Another Post, Another Cocktail Dress

  

  I assure you readers, my life is really not fancy enough to warrant two consecutive cocktail dresses, but you never know when Don rolls in drunk on Scotch and... Read more

  Posted on 31 July 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• How Do You Like This Martini, Mr Bond?

  

  As you all know, Sally from Charity Shop Chic launched her own pattern line last month called Capital Chic. If you haven't checked out the unique and very... Read more

  Posted on 26 July 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• The Gillian Dress: McCalls 6696 Sequel

  

  They say most sequels are never as good as the first film, with exception to the Godfather 2...obviously. So, does the same apply to repeated sewing makes of th... Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Drink up Folks! There's a New Pattern Company in Town.

  

  Hello everyone!It's been a while since I last blogged because I've been so busy attending the amazing Minerva Meet Up weekend extravaganza, as well as visiting... Read more

  Posted on 26 June 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• The John Lewis Sewing Bee and the Betty Bacteria Dress

  

  Just over a week ago, I was lucky enough to take part in a mini 'Sewing Bee' at John Lewis' flagship store on Oxford Street to help celebrate the store's 150th... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Minerva Meet-up Dress Tease

  

  It’s just over a week until the much-anticipated Minerva Crafts Meet-Up weekend! I know myself and the other Spoolettes are very excited to get together for a... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Cami, Cami, Cami, Cami, Cami, Ca-me-lesole...

  

  Title kinda works, no? No?! I did just overdose on a whole lot of home-made guacamole, so maybe the vitamin E made me think I could turn Karma Chameleon into... Read more

  Posted on 15 May 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• As Robert Smith Says, HOT HOT HOT!

  

  I've got a couple of items to blog but hangovers, rain and bad hair have all delayed any good photo opportunities there is. But be patient my dears, my bum-bum... Read more

  Posted on 14 May 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, FASHION, LIFESTYLE