The skirt is progressing at a pace. Pockets are on, seams are sewn, the zip is in. Nearly there! Just the interfacing, waistband and hem to do in next week’s sewing class. Making clothes is so exciting! When I got … Continue reading
Tag Archives: dressmaking
pockets full of joy
Do you remember that I said I intended to stitch some embellished pockets for the skirt I am making in sewing class? Well, I’ve done it! As with most things, they took longer than anticipated… but that was mainly due … Continue reading
getting skirty
The first steps in my garment-making adventure have been taken! Last weekend saw me rummaging through the fabric stash, hunting down something suitable for my new project. Which also involved lots of standing in front of the mirror holding up … Continue reading
signing up
When I was on holiday, I made a promise to myself. This will be the year I learn to make clothes. Proper clothes. From proper patterns. Rather than just altering andĀ hacking about clothes that already exist. My mum tried to … Continue reading