We are just about to release a slim pant pattern especially for stretch ponti knits. I have been testing out the pattern in different ponti weights and stretch. I find these pants such a must for Autumn/Winter and they look…
image (source) image (source) When I spotted this very cool scuba/neoprene fabric on our last overseas buying trip, the beautiful images I’d seen on Chiara Ferragni’s blog – Blonde Salad – immediately popped into my head. I couldn’t resist and had to…
I spotted this stand out pencil skirt at Tessuti Surry Hills store this week! Made by long time Tessuti customer Louisa in our digital printed ponti knit, Noon Yesterday. Well done Louisa, you lined up the stripes beautifully on those side…
I recently received an email and photo from Deborah to show me this great top she made from 2 panels of our Italian viscose jersey, Ten Seven. The pattern used was Vogue 8582 (Marcie Tilton). Deborah says she found the sleeve cap…
Once upon a time, particularly when I was on maternity leave, I used to spend a fair chunk of time op/thrift shopping. We were skint, she slept better in the car, I had to get out of the house…
Our latest Alexa T-Top pattern is the perfect addition to every wardrobe! The comfortable t-shirt style features self-binding at the neckline, a slight flare at the hips and four sleeve length options (cap, elbow, three-quarter and full length) and is…
Here’s our striking polyester/elastane jersey, Gotham Skyline. This jersey is drapey and gorgeous to wear, the ideal weight for a maxi dress, leggings or tank top. It made up beautifully in our newest Tessuti pattern, the release and more details coming…
This vibrant, asymmetrical patterned double silk georgette – Gabby’s Choice – was actually my daughter’s pick for McCalls 6102 (with longer sleeves). This flared dress is unlined and worn with a simple black jersey slip underneath. Hardly necessary in a top or…
Here’s a simple summer dress made up by Bernadette in our Italian viscose/elastane jersey Pastel Art. The pattern is her own, simply traced off a store bought jersey dress. The neckline, armholes and hemline were finished off with the overlock…
Happy New Year folks! We hope you and yours enjoyed good times over the Christmas break. You’ll have noticed, not unusually for this time of the year, that our blog has copped a bit of neglect over the last…
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