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    Exciting News – My ‘Behind the Seams’ Sewing Patreon is Here!

    October 14, 2024 /

    Hi sewing friends! I’m so excited to finally announce that I’ve just launched a brand new Patreon! If you love sewing as much as I do and want to dive deeper into the world of dressmaking, fabric, and craft, this is the perfect space for you. You can expect, sewing tips, tutorials, behind-the-scenes projects and to connect and chat with others who love sewing just as much as we do… Here’s a quick look at what you can expect as a member: Ad FREE Early Access – to my weekly YouTube videosBehind the Scenes – photos, videos and pollsCommunity chat – with myself and the rest of the group. Share…

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    Vlog | Declutter, sort and organise my handmade wardrobe with me…

    September 30, 2024 /

    Hi everyone, In today’s video I’m on a mission to sort out my handmade wardrobe which has got out of hand recently – I just have too many clothes… I’m also sharing a little about my thought process when it comes to the turnover and how hard it is to let go when you make a lot of your clothes yourself. I hope you enjoy! Sally x

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    Vlog | What I’ve been sewing, knitting and crocheting in October…

    October 31, 2022 /

    Hi everyone, In today’s video I’m talking through everything I’ve been sewing, knitting and crocheting in October, including my finished Jack Trench coat – yay!! I hope you’ll enjoy the video! Thank you for watching Sally x

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    VLOG | Talking pre-washing tips and reviewing Eco-friendly laundry products from Smol…

    September 12, 2022 /

    Hi everyone, Today I’m sharing some new fabrics, talking pre-washing tips and tricks and reviewing some new (to me) laundry products from Smol. I hope you’ll enjoy the video! Sally

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    Vlog | My Top Five Sewing Patterns for Jersey Tops…

    May 9, 2022 /

    Hi everyone, In today’s video, I’m sharing my top five sewing patterns for jersey tops. I hope you like the patterns I’ve chosen and I’d love to know what your favourite jersey top sewing patterns are in the comments too. Thank you for watching! Sally xx

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    Vlog | What I’ve been sewing, making and crocheting in April…

    May 2, 2022 /

    Hi everyone, In today’s video I’m talking all about everything I made in April including two versions of the Toaster Sweater, a new Patina Blouse, a quilt and an exciting crochet project! I hope you enjoy watching! Sally

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    VLOG | Ten Sewing hacks to make your life easier | Cleaning, pressing, threading…

    March 28, 2022 /

    Hi everyone In this video I’m sharing ten sewing hacks that will hopefully make your sewing life easier! Some of them I’ve been doing for years and some are new to me that I’m planning to try out more in my sewing life. I hope you enjoy watching! Sally xx

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    My Three Versions of the Davenport Dress by Friday Pattern Company…

    March 23, 2022 /

    Now and again a pattern is released, and you know immediately that you NEED to own it and get it into your wardrobe asap.  This was the case for me when Friday Pattern Co released the Davenport Dress pattern.  I loved the boho style of this dress and the little details involved, such as the gathered yoke at the back, the shoulder flutters, the elasticated neckline and let’s be honest – who doesn’t love a drawstring waist anything! I’ve made three versions of the Davenport since buying the pattern last year and in this blog I’m going to give a short run through of how I found the pattern initially…

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    Vlog | Sew a Logan Shacket with me sew-along video…

    March 21, 2022 /

    Hi everyone Today I’m sewing up the Logan Shacket pattern by Style Arc which is a lovely oversized shirt pattern that can be used for indoor or outer wear. I hope you’ll enjoy the sew-along! Sally

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    VLOG | What I’ve been sewing and knitting in October 2021…

    November 1, 2021 /

    Join me as I chat all about what I’ve been sewing and knitting in October 2021 🙂 Thank you so much for watching!! Sally xx

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