What about a Seamless Raglan Knit a long?
Last July I organised a Knit A Long! It was a crazy idea really as I was still very new to knitting and I hardly knew what was involved. But I loved this particular jumper and I was keen to show … Continued
Too busy to blog
I have spent all weekend watching the royal wedding, followed by the football! Weren’t the dresses/hats/goals impressive? Not. Actually I have been sitting in the sun with my daughter Charlotte. Wearing linen dresses. Mine by YSL. Charlotte’s by me (with … Continued
Would you like to come to my book launch?
I know not everyone can because this is a real life event and it is in London. But if you are based here, or not too far away, then any of my readers, followers or commentators would be very welcome … Continued
SWAP 2018 The photographs
I am a day late with my blog this week, as I wanted to include the photographs of my Sewing with a Plan 2018 collection. We spent part of the bank holiday weekend with my Mum in Lancashire so I … Continued
Making a Book #9 Organising the launch party
What? The book is ready to be launched? Er, No. I have still to complete about 25 photographs, the cover is not ready yet, the layout is not finished, and it still needs a final edit and proof reading. And … Continued
SWAP #12 Appraising my progress and starting the jacket
I am planning to have my SWAP completed by the deadline this year, which is the end of the month. Which is possible, or deliverable as we say at work. Let’s have a look at progress so far. I have … Continued
My top ten blogs
I have been meaning to write this post for years! Sewing, and related, blogs have helped me, sustained me, amused me, and encouraged me over the past few years and I am so grateful they exist. While I follow around … Continued
Charity shop finds
Many of us who make our own clothes also enjoy shopping in charity shops. I have been wondering why. Here are some of my reasons. The thrill of the hunt In my life I have found some truly wonderful things … Continued
My sewing room
Our house is a year old now, and there are one or two small snags still to be sorted! But we are very nearly there. Nick has done virtually all the interior woodwork now, creating the most impressive cupboards in … Continued
Some advice on social media names
Love it or hate it, the name we are given at birth usually sticks with us forever. The process of choosing children’s names is taken seriously and is often full of meaning. My kids all got parent or grandparent middle … Continued