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    Vlog | Days in my sewing life. When sewing goes WRONG…!!

    April 3, 2023 /

    Hi everyone, Welcome to another ‘sewing days in my life video’. This week I’m attempting to finish up some autumn makes but one of them doesn’t quite go according to plan. I hope you’ll enjoy the video! Sally

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  • Tutorials

    How to sew fabric pumpkins…

    October 6, 2022 /

    Autumn is my favourite time of year, misty mornings, sunny afternoons, all the colours, walks through the leaves, I love it all. I’ve been making these fabric pumpkins for a few years now, every year I find myself adding to my collection as they’re such a fun, speedy project and a great way to use up scraps. Here I’ve included instructions (below) and a FREE print at home downloadable template so that you can make your own. NOTE: To print the pumpkin template you’ll need to download the file and then ensure you print out at 100% scale. Once printed, check your test square measures 1″ or 2.5cm and cut…

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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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  • Pattern Reviews

    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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    What I’ve been sewing and making in February…

    March 7, 2022 /

    Join me as I chat all about everything I’ve been sewing and making in February, including a swimsuit, some trousers and two dresses. Thank you so much for watching! Sally x

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  • 2022 Makes,  Pattern Reviews,  Tutorials

    Tilly and the Buttons Pearl Cardigan | A sewing pattern review…

    February 2, 2022 /

    It’s always an exciting day when Tilly and the Buttons launch a new pattern and I was so happy to be offered a copy of the Pearl Cardigan to try out before the launch date.  (This pattern was gifted to me with no obligation to share but of course, I loved the finished result so much that I had to!). Pearl is described as an ‘on trend’ V neck wrap cardigan.  The cardigan is cropped at the waist and fastens at the side with adjustable ties for the perfect fit. There are three options for sleeve style with the pattern; choose from long straight sleeves, short sleeves or (my personal…

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    VLOG | Sew a Chalk & Notch Wren Blouse with me…

    September 27, 2021 /

    Join me as I sew up the newest pattern by Chalk & Notch, the Wren Blouse. This is such a lovely blouse and I’m so happy with it now it’s done but I did have my problems with it along the way as you’ll see in the video… I hope you enjoy it! Sally xx

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    NEW | ‘My Top Five’ series over on my YouTube channel…

    September 6, 2021 /

    Hi everyone! Over the summer holidays I scheduled a series called ‘My Top Five’ which included some sewing related hints, tips and favourites. I’ve linked the playlist below if you’d like to watch! Thank you so much for your support! Lots of love as always… Sally xx

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    VLOG | Sharing my entire collection of handmade woven summer dresses…

    July 27, 2021 /

    Join me as a share and talk through every handmade woven summer dress I currently have in my wardrobe including some Sew Over It, Tilly and the Buttons and many more. I’ve really enjoyed making these collection videos and I hope you will too! 🙂 Thank you for watching! Sally xx

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