I was quick to try out Vogue 1153 after falling in love with Suzie’s dress! I made up my version in 100% cotton Liberty Tana Lawn Willow Tree Indigo, which I had been saving for just the right project. I…
I made this strapless top for Gabby using the bodice pattern from McCalls 6038, only adding a gathered frill (9cm deep) at the top. The frill hides the elastic casing underneath and the navy cotton torchon lace trim adds a…
More Liberty. This one’s for Miss R, stepdaughter and most patient of recipients (well, as patient as 6 year olds go). Over the last year, any time she’s seen me sewing, she’s asked “is that for me?”. It’s mighty satisfying…
I loved up with Liberty on my recent craft camp. I made a dress for a very special (and very patient) little girl. And then I made some cushions. The ones you see here were topped with Angelica Garla and…
Last weekend I made this dress for Gabby from McCalls 5578 in this pretty mini floral 100% Cotton Tana Lawn Liberty print – Eloise Sand. View A was cut as I was worried about the longer all-in-one sleeves bunching up…
Here’s a peek at Lisa’s strapless dress made especially for our little soiree last Thursday. She chose Liberty Tana Lawn Tooth Parade for retro style Vogue 8184 (view F, minus straps). Isn’t it fabulous? Lisa made up a *muslin first,…
Guess what’s new at Tessuti? I’ve finally uploaded our new arrivals of Liberty Of London tana lawns onto our online fabric store! Take a look….. they’re spectacular. Liberty cottons are all the rage again, particularly with this summer’s trend for…
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