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Check you Thread Podcast at The London Fabric Swap
Zoe from Check Your Thread podcast joined us for the day and her episode is fascinating.
Bornella Fabrics will be at the Makers' Market at Thames-Side Studios
If you're local to South-East London, come and discover unique artisanal makers on Saturday 22nd November.
Are these the best winter pyjamas?? Quite possibly!
The Carolyn Pajamas are a bit of a sewing community cult classic... but let me tell you they are WELL worth the effort. But if you're shorter than 5'6", like me, don't do what I did...
The Marnie Blouse - it's a statement!
As soon as I saw the Marnie Blouse by Tilly and the Buttons, I knew I wanted to make it... but should I include all the options....???
You had me at 'contrast collar' - the Nina Lee Carmel jumpsuit
Need to do some 'swanning about'? This is absolutely the jumpsuit for you!
Possibly the perfect pair of shorts???
My search for the perfect pair of shorts might just be over... Spoiler alert: I LOVE the fit of these Lemon Lander Pants by True Bias!
Seventies vibes meet African Waxprint
Ever since seeing the wrap dresses on Week 1 of the Sewing Bee I knew I wanted to make one. And it was worth the effort! (Although it did take me A LOT longer than 5 hours!)
Bornella Fabrics are sponsoring #SewFruity22
Bornella Fabrics are delighted to be sponsoring #sewfruity22 - a super fun fruit-themed sewing challenge, hosted by @blossomsandwich. There's a £25 voucher up for grabs for one lucky winner!
Cute overload - a new baby romper for a new little lady
Cute overload with Rootid fabric and the FREE Great British Sewing Bee romper pattern.
How to make a decorative collar
One of the great things about being a dressmaker is seeing something and thinking "I can make that". After seeing an outfit on TV, I knew I wanted THAT collar! Find out how you can make a decorative collar too.
1940's vibes meet sustainable fabrics
When I first saw the Bonnie Blouse pattern I knew I had to make it, but it's taken me 2 years to get around to it. I paired it with this dreamy tencel lawn for a sustainable 40's vibe.
Retro collar love - the Tilda Blouse by Fibre Mood
The Tilda blouse/dress by Fibre Mood is such a versatile pattern - it can be bang up-to-date modern but I've given it a vintage twist with a contrast collar.