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Happy 1st Birthday to us!
Bornella Fabrics celebrates our first birthday. It's been a learning curve - the highs have been high and the lows... well you get the idea. Here are a few reflections on my first year trading.
There's a reason Anthea is a new cult classic...
There's a reason Anthea is a new cult classic... and after making my first blouse I know why.
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!
Getting shirty with the Gilbert Top by Helen's Closet
I got shirty with the Gilbert Top by Helen's Closet - it's a knockout of a pattern. Here's why.
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.
My #SewFrugal22 entry - the Vera Top
Better late than never. My entry to #SewFrugal22 is finally done and I'm chuffed to bits with the result. I don't sew regularly with knits but the Vera Top by Forget Me Not Patterns came together like a dream.
We're now stocking Ethel and Joan haberdashery
Ever since I came across Ethel and Joan products I've been absolutely itching to stock them, so I'm delighted that Bornella Fabrics are now a stockist.
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.