Hexagonal Quilt

I always thought hexagonal quilts looked really complicated to make, how on earth do sew that? But it's actually a piece of pie! And the bonus for me, it's done by hand so no heavy sewing machine to drag out and no risk of noise waking a sleeping toddler! It uses what's called the English …

Pram bag

It has taken a while but it's finally here...the pram caddy pattern! Of course it would have been easier to have bought a pram caddy, but every one I saw was very generic and I couldn't help think 'I could make that!' Its pretty simple to make but if we're to make another I would …

Orren’s Baby Quilt

Wow, over a year since my last post, I was away longer than I  thought. But I have been busy...this meme springs to mind! I spent most of my pregnancy making his quilt and having made quilts for other babies I was very excited to finally making one I'd get to keep for my own buba! …

Felt Cloud | Bonsai Hewes

For a first attempt I'm quiet pleased with my little felt rain cloud! The felt originally came from a gift, which was supposed to make a bird, but this proved to be way beyond my crafting capabilities. So it sat in a draw for months on end, waiting for some good old Pinterest inspiration! The …

Evie Baby Quilt

My first thought, after hearing my friend's exciting news that she was expecting her first baby, was to congratulate her, my second thought was about the quilt I was going to make! Not knowing that the baby was a little girl when I started I opted for a mix of bright colours, hopefully to capture baby' …

Christmas Tree Dress

This has to be best Christmas tree I have ever had!  Our mischievous little cat, Zeb, makes having a Christmas hard work.  He delights in climbing or knocking the thing over and has a great time chasing the baubles, he can't understand how we don't find it as equally fun!!  Plus we usually go home to …

Shopping Tote Bag | Free Pattern

Perhaps not the most exciting sewing project, but certainly a practical and worth while one! I try to be environmentally but I'll be honest, the real catalyst for this project was the introduction of the 5p charge for plastic carry bags!  It's easy to see that is having an effect on people's reliance on plastic bags, …

Arm Knit Blanket | Free Tutorial

For regular visitors to my blog, you may remember I started an arm knitting project a few months ago, well.....I finally finished it!! (I only bought a couple of balls of yarn to see if I liked it but the store ran out, so I had to wait while until it came back into stock!) …

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Little Mice | Free Pattern

I came across this gorgeous sewing pattern of two wee mice while browsing through Pinterest and I just had to have ago myself! These little cuties and their free pattern were made by Bustle and Sew.  She has a beautiful website with loads of lovely ideas, even the pattern page is pretty! You should definite …

Scarf Kimono| Tutorial

I'll admit, I'm not sure if this is a kimono or kaftan, but either way I love it! Made from an old scarf, it makes a lovely cover-up for my summer holiday! From this... To this... Fancy making one yourself...it's really easy....here's how! My scarf measured 190cm x 90cm, which means the finished kimono comes …

Pom Poms and Tassels| Tutorial

I love these little guys..... ...and they are so easy to make and look gorgeous on cushions, curtains, blankets, dresses, scarfs, even decorating your shelves! Check out Pinterest for some inspiration! Pom Poms! All you need is a folk, scissors and yarn. Cut about 10cm of yarn and drape between the middle prong of the folk …

The Small Weekender Bag | Free Pattern

I am such a bag whore! Nearly half of my sewing related posts are bags, so why break that habit now! With a few short breaks coming up, I decided I needed a new weekend travel bag, and of course I wasn't going to buy one, so here it is! I used a method I …

Fabric Bracelets | Tutorial

This project really ought to have been easier than it was! It seemed so simple! To be honest, it is really simple but I'm no good at fiddly little things! It gets me all frustrated and stressed out!  But, I have to say, even though I was pulling my hair, I'm glad I stuck with …

Arm Knitting | Free Tutorial

Finally finished it!! Check it out here. There has always been one weakness in my crafty skill set...knitting! I once tried to make a scarf, using the most basic of stitches and knitting in a straight line, I couldn't do it! The scarf went wonky at the ends, I got terribly frustrated and gave up! …

Pleated Clutch Bag | Free Pattern

Yes, I know, it's yet another bag...but they're just so pretty and practical! And again, I upped the ante to push my set skill, more so the pattern design than the sewing.  Figuring out to assemble the bag was the trickiest part, but luckily for you guys, I've done that hard bit for you! What do …

Sewing Machine Cover | Free Pattern

For all it's hard work and taking the blame for my mistakes, it's time to show my sewing machine some love! It didn't  seem like a particularly exciting project, but my sewing machine is on constant display on my desk, so taking the time to make a pretty cover was as aesthecially needed as it …

Baby Girl’s Pinafore Dress | Free Pattern

I love sewing, but sometimes it felt like too much effort!  I started this blog to give me a kick up the backside and get me motivated.  Seeing people visiting my site, leaving comments, retweeting my posts and re pinning on pinterest inspires to make something new each week!  Each week gives me a sense …

Pouffe | Tutorial

Oh the trials and tribulations of sewing! The sewing went well, the stuffing less so! I have been meaning to make a pouffe for my little legs to rest on for a long time and the Amy Butler fat quarters I was given for Christmas was just the inspiration I needed.  The fabric is beautiful …

Purse | Free Pattern

Making patterns from scratch can be tricky! What's more difficult is making sure every thing is done in the right order! Good news, you can learn from my mistakes! I used my new Amy Butler fabric (Christmas pressie from my hubby) to make myself a new purse!  Despite the trials of pattern making, I'm really …