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
A visit to William Gee Habadasheree!
You may remember that I won a box of haberdashery from William Gee, a Dalston (Hackney, London) institution. While I had ordered a few products from them, via the internet, I decided to visit the shop. Adam Graham – the … Continued
Winning a prize from William Gee
I frequently fill in forms that promise an opportunity to win a holiday, or something to do with sewing. But I do so knowingly – the company’s main aim is to promote their product and collect email addresses. I was … Continued
Dalston Dolls workshop
I mentioned how I loved the dolls I had made 25 years ago, despite the fact that their skin, hair and clothes have faded over the years, and they sport a stain or two. So when I saw some lovely … Continued
Desginer Stitch Lena Pants
Ann from Designer Stitch recently contacted me and offered me one of her patterns, free. Ann, from Australia, has some really nice summer dresses. However when she got in touch I was considering trouser styles for my casual wardrobe and … Continued
The Knitting & Stitching Show – round up of interesting resources and links
Today, Saturday and Sunday – if you are in London – or nearby – you could go to the Annual Knitting and Stitching Show at Alexandra Palace. I went yesterday, and I had fun. I found it interesting and stimulating, … Continued
Simply Fabrics – shop review
Last weekend, although I have enough fabric to sink a ship, I visited my favourite London fabric shop. I realised I had never reviewed the shop, so here is my review. While London may not be as good as New … Continued
Shopping for knitting wool (a bad experience)
Last Saturday I shared my thinking and my questions on what sort of yarn and pattern to choose. And, as ever, you have given me the very best advice, based on experience and offered with the utmost kindness and generosity. Wonderful … Continued
If you sew your own wardrobe how important is fashion?
I have wondered about fashion for quite some time. Many people sew because they don’t want to wear what is fashionable at the moment, choosing instead things that suit them. Things they like. While I wholeheartedly agree that sewing gives … Continued
Shopping for fabric in London – market shops review
I covered the best places to shop for fabric in London and was prompted by a couple of readers to try two of our famous East London markets – Ridley Road (in Hackney) and Walthamstow market (in Waltham Forest). Happily … Continued