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Do It Yourself: How To Colour-Block A Cami Top

Do It Yourself: How To Colour-Block A Cami Top

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Colour-blocking in sewing is great for so many reasons! My top ones: Sustainability. It’s a great way to combine your fabric leftovers and make a unique piece of clothing out of something you might have thrown away. Keep your fabric scraps, go through them from time to time and you might be surprised about the lovely colour combos you suddenly have in your leftover stash. Modern. Colour-blocking is a recurring trend in fashion. It was first introduced in the 1940s, had its…

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Best Sewing Hashtags to Gain Followers in 2021

Best Sewing Hashtags to Gain Followers in 2021

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Sharing your handmade outfits on social media is a great way to document your sewing journey. By capturing all your makes with a picture, you can scroll through the feed to look back on all your sewing accomplishments. It also allows you to be part of an online sewing community and with that, get inspiration from what other people make, reach out to likeminded people and exchange compliments for handmade outfits. Even if you don’t post pictures yourself, it can be helpful…

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Top 17 Sewing Projects From My First 2 Years Of Sewing

Top 17 Sewing Projects From My First 2 Years Of Sewing

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I have been sewing for 2 years now and my wardrobe is filling up with handmade garments the longer the more❤️ This is why I decided to use the occasion of my second sewing anniversary, to share my favourite makes with all of you. Here are my top 17😊 1. Dominique Skirt I absolutely love this skirt! It’s an easy and quick sewing project, great for beginners, and the skirt is so comfy to wear. Pattern: Dominique Skirt From Tilly & The…

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13 Brilliant Swimwear Patterns: Make Your Version This Summer!

13 Brilliant Swimwear Patterns: Make Your Version This Summer!

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It’s summer again, yay☀️Have you ever thought about making your own swimwear? Now’s the time to soak up the sun in a handmade version! Get inspired by these 13 beautiful swimwear sewing patterns: 1. Pilatus Swimsuit This beautiful one-piece swimsuit pattern features a cute bow at the front and has high-waisted knickers. Can’t get any better than this. Pattern company: OPIAN 2. Seabright Swimmer How gorgeous is the plunging neckline of this pattern! Make the one-piece swimsuit with or without sleeves….

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10 Free Sewing Patterns to Keep Your ‘Sew-Jo’ Working

10 Free Sewing Patterns to Keep Your ‘Sew-Jo’ Working

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Are you on the lookout for new sewing projects but on a tight budget? Good news: there are some beautiful sewing patterns out there which you can download for free. Here’s a list of our fave ones. Enjoy! 1. Frankie Skirt  This beautiful Frankie Skirt pattern from Made Label is a must-have for a holiday wardrobe. Get back your inner wanderlust by imagining yourself walking along the beach in this gorgeous wrap skirt. 2. Valley Knit Skater Dress Make yourself…

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Lockdown: 5 Tips How To Keep Busy & Sane

Lockdown: 5 Tips How To Keep Busy & Sane

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What unusual times we are in. It feels like the entire world suddenly came to a halt. For many of us, this is the most impactful crisis we have ever experienced. My thoughts are with everyone affected by this situation and I sincerely hope you and your loved ones are well.  I’m lucky. All my family and friends are fine. I still have my job, which I love, and a cosy apartment where it’s nice to spend time in. Also,…

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Guest Post by Helen – How Not to Sew: 10 Mistakes Sewing Beginners Make

Guest Post by Helen – How Not to Sew: 10 Mistakes Sewing Beginners Make

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Dear readers, it’s my pleasure to introduce you to Helen from HelloSewing, the author of this post. Helen loves crafting, drawing, decorating and creating something beautiful from scratch with her own hands. She started her own blog as she is passionate to help more people learn the basics of sewing and shares her knowledge on HelloSewing. Make sure to check out her blog! When you are a beginner at something, you are bound to make mistakes, that is normal. Or…

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32 Independent Sewing Pattern Stores You Need to Know in 2021

32 Independent Sewing Pattern Stores You Need to Know in 2021

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Sewing is your thing? In that case, I’m sure you’re familiar with the big sewing pattern stores out there, such as Burda or Simplicity. However, did you know that there has been an exciting movement within the pattern landscape recently? Small, independent pattern companies were shooting up like mushrooms during the last few years. And they are truly mastering their field with the release of their zeitgeisty and modern patterns. Jazz up your wardrobe with patterns from these super cool independent companies!…

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Summer Dress Sewing – My Simplicity 8635 Garment

Summer Dress Sewing – My Simplicity 8635 Garment

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At long last, summer finally arrived in London☀️ If you’re still looking for a cute summer dress pattern and a matching fabric, I know the perfect dream team for you: the Simplicity 8635 dress combined with the John Kaldor Floral Print Crepe fabric from Minerva Crafts💕 The Pattern: Simplicity 8635 This pattern has it all! You can choose between 4 different options: a long dress, a romper, a short dress or a jumpsuit. But there is more! On top of…

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Sewing Decoration: How to Make Your Own Bunting

Sewing Decoration: How to Make Your Own Bunting

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Are you also a bunting lover? This little piece of decoration really can make a big difference in a room or on a balcony. It gives it that special something and sparks colour and happiness🤗 To make your own bunting is a really easy and quick sewing project. It’s great for beginners plus a fab occasion to use up any fabric leftovers you might have at home. Let’s get started🙌 What You Need to Make Your Own Bunting Fabric(s) – maybe…

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