

Self-drafted blue shirt – getting closer to perfect sleeve?
Hello there! Thanks to those of you who recently followed my blog. I am not updating it as often I once did, but if you want you can also get some updates on my sewing princess instagram feed. I hope you’re all well in spite of the current circumstances. As many countries are proceeding to ease lockdown measures, we still have to be cautious. Personally, … Continue reading Self-drafted blue shirt – getting closer to perfect sleeve?

Designer Jacket for Spring: Paco Peralta Vogue V1526
Happy Easter! Finally sitting down to share one of my latest makes (I was so eager I forgot to remove the basting stiches at the hem! sorry)…a jacket that has been on my wish list for over a year. Vogue V1526 is unique pattern by late fashion designer Paco Peralta. Though we only met once we had been in touch over several years and I … Continue reading Designer Jacket for Spring: Paco Peralta Vogue V1526

Burda 04/2014 116 Pants
It’s nice to get my act together and finally post one of my makes. Unfortunately it’s been taking me longer to take pictures and convert them than I would have anticipated. My motivation to go outside and pose has been steadily dwindling in the past couple of years…though sewing hasn’t stopped. Che bello essere finalmente riuscita ad organizzarmi e pubblicare uno dei capi cuciti in … Continue reading Burda 04/2014 116 Pants

Thurlow Sewaholic shorts
I am warning you… this is the most timely and season-appropriate post I have ever written. 1 December 2019…it was a wet winter day…one of many, lately, I have to say. Luckily we had a break on Saturday and I managed to put up Christmas lights. Ready? Vi avverto…questo è il post più veloce e il più adatto alla stagione che abbia mai scritto. 1 … Continue reading Thurlow Sewaholic shorts

Pretty in Pink and a trip to the countryside
Despite the summer heat and my love/hate relationship with slippery fabrics…I sewed a pink outfit! Yes, it’s full on pink…a sort of pajama ;o) I have been meaning to make a faux jumpsuit ever since I saw Trine’s version on Instagram I was just afraid about adding an elasticated waist to the top…so I guess it’s more like a matching outfit than a faux jumpsuit. … Continue reading Pretty in Pink and a trip to the countryside