Yoke Top refashioning a man’s shirt – Learn to Sew with Lauren

How are you doing? My sewing has immensely slowed down these past few weeks due to the heat wave…my sewing area in up on the attic without airco…I’ve been thinking how lucky I am sewing is a hobby for me! If you’ve watched the first season of the British Sewing Bee you probably remember Lauren. She has the most incredible smile and set up a … Continue reading Yoke Top refashioning a man’s shirt – Learn to Sew with Lauren

La Mia Boutique 07/15 Review – Recensione

Sorry for the delay with July’s La Mia Boutique review….I’ve been caught up in some home renovation projects, finishing off a shirt (with all its drama I shared on Instagram) and some traveling. However, this issue is out until July 15 so you still have a few days left if you like it. Otherwise you can order back issues on the brand new La Mia … Continue reading La Mia Boutique 07/15 Review – Recensione

She Wears the Pants – Japanese Sewing Book Review

Another very popular Japanese book is now available in English. When I read the title She Wears the Pants* I was very intrigued. Though I love dresses and skirts…I wear pants regularly and I am always eager to find that perfect fitting pattern that requires zero alterations…ok, it’s a dream! Unfortunately, when the book arrived I realised it doesn’t include only pants…so the title was … Continue reading She Wears the Pants – Japanese Sewing Book Review

Liv T-Shirt – Pattydoo Berlin

OMG it’s been so hot this week…taking pictures in the sun has proven quite difficult…sorry for all the squinting! This week’s post is a pattern from Berlin: Liv T-shirt from Pattydoo. A couple of months ago they contacted me as they were launching their English website. I am always thrilled to discover new patterns especially from countries I usually read very little about due to … Continue reading Liv T-Shirt – Pattydoo Berlin