This is a photo of my first big knit attempt...............which never fully happened
Month: March 2016
big plaid dress – vogue 6879
There are a few reasons why I rarely buy fabric, but remake instead.... 1. the local fabric store is rather small and limited choice (lots of synthetic blends) 2. economics, remaking from charity shop buys is a lot cheaper and has some eco-cred. 3. quality - it is easier to assess quality, wear, and hang … Continue reading big plaid dress – vogue 6879
a floral blouse from floral pants – Simplicity 1278
I have been steadily sewing since the new year, but super lazy in not writing or photographing much. Its been a mix of crochet, experiments in embroidery and a ruthless run at the 'use it or lose it' stack of clothes, and one piece has already gone to the charity shop when I thought of … Continue reading a floral blouse from floral pants – Simplicity 1278