Pattern Reviews

Pattern Review: Simplicity 9326

It’s been a few years since I made an ‘occasion’ dress and our staff Christmas dinner provided the perfect opportunity to make a pattern I’ve had my eye on for a while. The pattern is Simplicity s9326 and just when I thought…

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The Bubble Frock by Lydia Naomi Studio

My daughter wanted a little black dress and here’s that request fulfilled thanks to the Bubble Frock pattern by Lydia Naomi. With a fitted bodice and spaghetti straps, this pattern is a sweet summer classic. The empire waist features a subtle…

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Building basics: Style 3296 wrap skirt

One piece that I’ve worn a lot since making it last year is the Aura Skirt (blogged here) from Papercut Patterns. It’s served me really well as both a trans-seasonal piece and something that easily shifts between being slightly dressier,…

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My Worker Trousers from Modern Sewing Co.

New season sewing – one of my favourite things. As our winter comes to an end I’ve been feeling hugely inspired by all of the new season fabrics that have been hitting the shop. One recent delivery included Giordano Denim,…

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The Birthday Dress That Almost Was

There once was a 40 frock so why not a 50 frock as well? First thing to note: those last ten years have gone really, really FAST (exploding head emoji goes here). Also to note: favourite decade so far and…

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Big Clothes and Small Clothes – Pattern ‘I’

Here’s my latest make and another pattern from Asuka Hamada’s really and truly excellent book – Big Clothes and Small Clothes (see my last post for where to buy). This book is my absolute 5 star go-to favourite right now, even to…

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