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2018 My year in Books
I love reading, especially on my Kindle which allows me to have a library of over 200 books in the palm of my hand. This year, I surpassed the goal... Read More
MCBN December: Grainline Studio Archer Button Up Shirt
It amazes me that I have had Grainline Studio’s Archer shirt pattern printed, taped and cut for over 2 years! I faltered at the step of pairing it with a... Read More
The Sew Essential #sewgift Christmas charity raffle
I just wanted to let you know about a Christmas charity raffle Lucy Regan has organised with a grand prize of £125 of sewing goodies for the winner. You can... Read More
Halla Coat from Named Patterns: Breaking the Pattern Book
A few months ago MinervaCrafts and Quadrille offered me an opportunity to review a sewing book that would be released in November. I eagerly signed up along with 4 other... Read More
Christmas 2018 Sewing Plans
I have been making the most of the autumn sun, getting organised for winter and stocking up for Christmas. I love December for all its excitement and sparkle. Its the... Read More
The Frida Kahlo V&A Exhibit
My husband and I went to see the Frida Kahlo exhibit at the V&A. I had no idea what to expect. I confess this is my first time going to... Read More
My first 10k race
On Sunday 4th November I set off on my very first 10K race along with approximately 11000 people. It was a fine day for running – not too warm and... Read More
Burda 6873 Pattern Review | Men’s Sewing
Updated 29/01/2020. This post is a Burda 6873 pattern review post. In my sewing life, the thing I was most scared of sewing was smart work trousers for my husband.... Read More
A Q&A with Diane of Dream.Cut.Sew.com
I am thrilled to have Diane on the blog to talk about starting a blog, BurdaStyle advice, favourite quote and so much more. I have been following Diane on her... Read More
SWAP2017 Pt 6: By Hand London Anna Dress in Frida Kahlo
Last year I was working full steam on a SWAP2017 wardrobe. You can read some of the previous SWAP2017 posts here <link here>. https://www.instagram.com/p/BUsOQDNgM69/ This is the fifth garment that I... Read More
