Simplicity 1573 – complete!

I finished this dress last year, a very youthful Simplicity 1573. Here’s the pattern illustration: Such a sweet neckline. These … More

Vogue 1195 – by Patou

I’m kicking off this year’s sewing projects with something very exciting. I acquired this elegant Vintage Vogue dress pattern, ‘designed … More

I have had a bit of a lesson on copyright, moral rights and the right artists have to be identified … More

Working with Vintage Sewing Patterns Vintage sewing patterns are lovely to use, and there is something special about using a … More

A random fabric and brown paper pattern package among some of Nana Shirley’s fabrics… Nana had a copy of her … More

I have wanted a cape for a few years now, and they seem to be a bit of a trend … More

So, I’m getting up to date with finished sewing projects, this little number has been stashed away in the stash … More

Who wouldn’t want a shirt like this? Fabulous isn’t it, kimono sleeves, cuffs and a simple, sharp collar, it really … More

What are the chances of reaching into a rabbit hole and grabbing hold of a baby rabbit? The chances seem … More

This has been the year of mastering slacks and pants. These, 40s? (I think the pattern is from the 1940s, … More