Making Life more Beautiful
The basics (applicable to shopping for clothes too) Style – choose the right style to flatter or disguise your body shape Colour – choose a colour that complements your colouring In addition, if you are making your own clothes, you … Continued
It was time to get my sewing machine serviced so we took it to World of Sewing in South Croydon on the way to Ben and Mel’s. I didn’t think I could survive for two weeks without a machine, so I bought … Continued
Since producing the Curvy Pencil pattern and toile I have made up two skirts – one with and one without pockets. The skirt fits nicely, the curved side seam is flattering and the faced waist band looks good with a … Continued
I am getting there! In my quest to produce the perfect pair of running shorts I have introduced new materials, experimented with several types of elastic and a range of different finishes. I am slowly perfecting my pattern and techniques, … Continued
As someone who wants to wear a pencil skirt but has struggled to buy one that fits and flatters my curves, I have been working on a new pattern. But first let’s consider the problem. Most manufactured skirts assume a … Continued
My Preen Inspired shorts are finished! The style is not inspired by Preen – I don’t think they do a range of running shorts, although the duo design for Debenhams. And my fabric design is somewhat constrained by the … Continued
I heard a funny but true story yesterday. A very senior female recruiter was holding an evening event for the company’s most important clients. Her young researchers were on hand to mingle and ensure all the clients were being attended to. Across … Continued
People are contrary. I have dead straight hair but always wanted curls. I look good in a fit and flare dress, but constantly try on pencil skirts in the hope I will find one that suits me. It’s got to … Continued
In search of the perfect pair of running shorts, I have completed the second prototype. My first (pink Lycra) pair had the following problems: wrong fabric wrong type of elastic not quite enough flare integral underwear not quite right either … Continued
Introduction With a passable pair of purple running shorts, my attention turned to making a matching work-out top. Design and Pattern cutting For running and the gym I usually wear a sports bra, cut like a crop top. This is … Continued
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