Shall I do Me Made May?
You probably know of “Me Made May” started by Zoe of the well known “So, Zo…’ blog. The idea is you promise the world that you will wear more of your handmade clothes. I have been put off before by the … Continued
Liberty for Uniqlo
Recently there has been some excitement on the internet about the Liberty collection at Uniqlo. Before I start on my review of the offer here are three disclaimers: Liberty is my favourite shop I generally dislike Liberty prints because they … Continued
Sewing with a Plan 2016 0.17 – McCalls 3938
My big breakthrough this week, in terms of Sewing with a Plan was choosing this pattern. It is based on a Courreges design and is just what I wanted. Utterly 1960s down to the go-go boots and allows me to … Continued
Sewing with a Plan 2016 0.5 – the Sweet Pea collection
I just knew it! It is very, very hard in November – when the trees turn yellow and brown, and the nights are drawing in, when it is dark and cold in London (and snowing in Lancashire) – to turn … Continued
Thinking about SWAP 2016 0.1
In case you don’t know Sewing with a Plan (SWAP) is an annual sewing challenge put on by Artisans’ Square. Right now members are discussing what they would like the contest to be focused on this year. If you have thought … Continued
Embroidered blouse – making it up
You may remember my McCall 1385 blouse pattern, from 1947. I shared the embroidery techniques I have been using. Once complete, and pressed, I attached the yokes, joined the blouse at the shoulders, then basted in the lovely, puff sleeves, replete with … Continued
Surface Decoration – Hand Embroidery
I love Folkwear, especially traditional embroidered blouses. These are garments that women have been making at home for centuries. A real classic that is beyond fashion, and always beautiful. Like a signature dish that has been reiterated so many times, it … Continued
Trying a 1940s blouse in jersey
I mentioned that I was interested in constructing a Vogue 1940s blouse in a knit. I found this a fascinating project and one I want to develop further. Pattern The pattern is, to recap, meant to be made in a … Continued
Finishing the yellow Burda coat (Made Up, part two)
On Wednesday I covered the construction of a collarless, open coat (what could be easier?) for my daughter Esme. The post drew lots of positive comments – thank you! It is interesting how yellow seems to be a colour that … Continued