There was a point where all of a sudden I had nothing that fit. I procrastinated about sewing knits by … More
Category: Skirts
G32001: Moss Mini Skirt
After a over 4 weeks of not being able to sew, I’m finally back in action and have made Grainline’s … More
V8739 & V8543: The Vogue Suit
It’s so exciting to have this outfit finally finished and wearable! It’s been a long time in the making. I … More
Colette Sewalong: The Pavlova Revealed!
The modified (beyond recognition) Meringue – the ‘Pavlova’ – is revealed! Linen really is such a beautiful fabric to work … More
Pavlova on the cutting mat, and in the Oven…
Construction of the Pavlova is well under way. After nearly suffering an apoplexy over trying to get the lace to … More
SD1002: The Simplest Skirt a Seamstress could Sew
A gathered rectangular skirt with a grosgrain waist ribbon – about the simplest thing a seamstress could make for herself! … More
Colette Sewalong: Perfecting Scallops for the Meringue
This post just wouldn’t be complete without a dodgy toile/muslin photo! So here is my completed Meringue toile, right on time … More
The Colette Sewing Handbook Sewalong!
The Meringue via Colette Patterns Lucky me was the ever-so pleased recipient of the Colette Sewing Handbook at Christmas! Thanks … More
B8155: Christmas Cheer in Royal Blue
Welcome 2012! I’m stoked to be starting off the new year with a new creation, this should be a good … More
B8155: The Technicolour Dream Skirt
Here is the first finished example of my favourite skirt pattern – Burda 8155. I love pencil skirts – … More