Category Archives: sewing

Fantastic new product

Posted on September 10, 2009 by admin

I am always thinking of things to make, as you know. I lean towards items which are practical, functional and fun to sew. If they appeal to other people, so much the better, as selling things means I can fund … Continue reading →

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I made a hat!!

Posted on July 9, 2009 by admin

If you have a look over at my Flickr pics, you can see the hat I made for myself this week. It turned out quite well in the end, especially for a first attempt. I will definitely be making variations … Continue reading →

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New bag

Posted on June 25, 2009 by admin

I made a bag for my wonderful neighbour, Elaine. She is a lovely woman and is very tolerant of the girls talking to her endlessly and making her dog run up and down along the fence line. If we go … Continue reading →

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"Water nymph" tutu and crown set

Posted on April 30, 2009 by admin

These are the finished pieces for a custom order. I made some changes since my last post, adding some additional embellishment to the tutu and to a little vest to complete the set. It must be a winner, as my … Continue reading →

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Milly's new skirt

Posted on April 19, 2009 by admin

This is Milly posing in her new skirt. It took some persuading to get her to stop twirling so I could take a picture! I am happy to report that Philippa has relented and admitted that she really likes the … Continue reading →

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New twirly skirt

Posted on April 17, 2009 by admin

I made a new twirly skirt for Milly today and am really pleased with it. I hadn’t finished it before she went to bed, but she seemed very happy with it, so I hope there will be some fun twirly … Continue reading →

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What have you been up to lately?

Posted on April 6, 2009 by admin

I promised that I would post some pictures of the things I have been making lately, so here goes. This is a lined, 3 pocket waist apron with a deep ruffle, made in quilting cotton with a coordinating pink twill … Continue reading →

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Mama's got a brand new bag

Posted on January 30, 2009 by admin

I am supposed to be making bags to sell, but, truth be told, I am having a hard time letting go of this one! I am so pleased with this little beauty. The exterior is decor weight fabric, lined with … Continue reading →

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I made this!

Posted on December 15, 2008 by admin

Apologies in advance for what will no doubt seem like boasting! I am so very pleased with myself for tackling this project when I knew it would be a challenge. We are attending a winter solstice party and I wanted … Continue reading →

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Christmas tutus

Posted on November 16, 2008 by admin

I have been itching to make tutus for my two daughters for ages. I made a pink and white one for Pip earlier in the year, but had no real idea where to start, so just made it up as … Continue reading →

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