I have something a little bit different for you today. My publishers at Search Press have asked if I would like to take part in a special Christmas promotion that they are doing for Bookmarked (a whole, glorious crafty community
How to Sew an iPad Cover- Easy Free Pattern!
Hello, hello! It is lovely to see you! I have a double treat for you today- a free pattern for an iPad cover AND my once a year very special competition. Read all the way to the end for that
Fake it with Fabric- How To Make an Easy Rope Bowl.
Have you ever tried ‘pottery’ using cotton cord or rope? If the answer is no, read on! Actually read on any way because I don’t want anyone to miss out. I love a project that allows me to use scraps
A Very Easy Design Tweak with HUGE Impact.
It is easy when you buy a pattern simply to follow it and to be honest, that is usually what the designer has in mind! But sometimes, a teensy tweak can change the way you use a bag.
Today I
Make Life Changing Storage Bins- Free Pattern!
Think I am exaggerating just a bit? A simple sewing storage problem solved and everything else in your world falls into place! Well not quite (that credit card bill is still there) but not exaggerating either- anyone who has suffered
How To Make an Adjustable Bag Strap
Sometimes sewing tasks require you to bend things, weave them and poke them in different directions and for the slightly directionally challenged, that can be an absolute nightmare. Adjustable straps for bags come under this category. They are actually easy
How to Work with Oilskin – The Hints and Tips You Need!
I love oilskin! It is actually nice to work with, looks amazing and pretty much any bag that you make from it will look professional. Also called dry oilskin or oilcloth, it is a fabric that has been long used
THE Perfect First Tote Bag- Free Pattern for Beginners
Everyone needs a simple tote bag in their repertoire. And you do not need me to tell you that it is coming up to gift giving time….
I love a simple make like this because it is quick. So if
THE Wallet – Your Free Sewing Pattern for the Perfect, Favourite Accessory.
I was having a look through my patterns the other day to see what we could possibly add to the list of ‘needed’ things. Then it came to me. A wallet. We don’t have a wallet pattern!
I decided that
How to Make and Use Bias Tape
I know, I know, you can buy bias tape (known in the UK and bias binding) but when you do that, you are limited to the colours and patterns that the manufacturer decides. What if you want to match your