Making Life more Beautiful
I have just had another look at the Sewing with a Plan rules and spot a “desirable” but not “essential” requirement to reflect current trends in at least one item! Eeek. When I first read the rules my eye seemed … Continued
Words I mentioned my book was being professionally editorially reviewed in early January. Late January the book came back, with lots of encouraging and useful advice. Well worth the cost. I know some people dislike their work to be criticised, … Continued
I want a very simple shell top/sleeveless blouse as part of my SWAP. I plan to make some painted silk to pull the other items together. I am using grey and navy and a couple of other striking colours – … Continued
I have started on my 11 piece “Sewing with a Plan” wardrobe. Last week I made a grey pencil skirt, that needs some alterations. Many thanks for giving me the confidence to have a raw edge at the hem. I … Continued
Let’s get started. I have decided to start with my grey fabric collection. I have had most of these pieces for a while, especially the heavy silks. I have always resisted a grey or beige collection, alhtough I find these … Continued
Most of you know all about Sewing with a Plan (SWAP). I have done this Artisans’ Square challenge four times now, although I only finished twice. I hadn’t planned to compete this year as I have too much on my … Continued
Thank you for all giving me your advice on the MANSWAP – where I try to create an 11 piece wardrobe for my son in four months (now two). I have four out of 11 garments done. If I was … Continued
When I was taught the rudiments of traditional tailoring at college we were told that this was quite different from “soft tailoring”. I am not sure this word is still used much to describe the difference between proper tailoring and … Continued
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