I am so very excited to bring Embroidery Classes back for the children’s school holidays, in Perth this April. I was hand stitching from a very young age. I have recollections of me sitting at mums feet picking up scraps of fabric, which I can still see now…it was black with yellow and orange flowersContinue reading “Embroidery Classes”
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Best Tools for Every Dressmaker
Having sewn for years, I feel I have found the BEST tools for your sewing kit. A great pair of Scissors is essential! I personally need mine to be light weight, as I often get arthritic in my hands. Of course they need to be super sharp and not blunt easily. Thread Snips that areContinue reading “Best Tools for Every Dressmaker”
Oilcloth Lunch Bags
I made these oilcloth lunch bags back in 2010! I look at them and still love them. I had made one as an Easter gift for one of the kids teachers, they used to tell me everyday that they saw the teacher carrying it to the staff room. These make gorgeous gifts and are easyContinue reading “Oilcloth Lunch Bags”
Mens PJ Shorts
An easy project to get started with sewing.
Best Scissors – Dressmaking Shears
For years I have been searching for the best scissors at an affordable price. I believe I have found the perfect pair! These are designed in Toronto, Canada & handcrafted in Shenzhen. They come in a range of sizes 8″ – $52 9″ – $55 10″ – $60 11″ – $65 Thread Snips includesContinue reading “Best Scissors – Dressmaking Shears”