Category: Recommended
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Dressmaking Books I Couldn’t Live Without
I was never taught how to make clothes, but it was one of those things I so very much wanted to be able to do. So a few years back I began my dressmaking journey (one I’m still on today) and in the process have unearthed all sorts of fabulous resources that I know would […]
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10 Types of Sewing Pin (and when to use them)
I‘ll be honest, for a long time pins were pins. I had them, I used them, I gave them very little thought. Turns out its really handy to know what different pins are out there, and what their best uses are. Read on to discover what I discovered, and you’ll be pleased you did! So, […]
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Top Tips to Help Homemade Clothes Look Handmade
There is a subtle yet significant difference between your creations looking homemade and handmade. Whilst we are always proud to declare ‘I made that’ to anyone who might be interested, the reality is you want people to be genuinely amazed at the revelation, rather than giving you a ‘yes I can tell’ kind of response. When […]
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Which Sewing Machine Needle Should I Use?
An easy to follow guide to help you decide which sewing machine needle to use (downloadable for quick reference!) Even when you have been sewing for quite a while, there is a temptation to just get the machine out and crack on with your latest lovely project without giving too much thought to what needle […]