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Julia, a tall woman with long brown hair, is wearing a mid length blue dress with orange flowers on it. She is wearing orange shoes and a striped bracelet.

Pattern Review – Know Me by Mimi G ME2016

My version and review of the Know Me by Mimi G Beauty’ J’adore ME16 pattern. Made using cotton lawn ‘Pesca’ fabric from Fabric Godmother

Pattern Review – Absolu Jacket by Atelier Scammit

My version and review of the Absolu jacket by Atelier Scammit.
Made using reversible quilted cotton in a floral print from Fabric Godmother

Pattern Review – Filippa Shirt Dress by Fibre Mood

My version and review of the Filippa shirt dress by Fibre Mood. Made using viscose fabric from Fabric Godmother

Sewing 'How To' Tutorials

Pattern Matching with Tartan and Plaid Fabrics

My top tips for perfect pattern matching when using tartan and plaid fabrics

Sewing with Shirring Elastic on a Sewing Machine

How to sew with shirring elastic on a sewing machine to create a gathered elasticated effect on sleeves, cuffs, necklines and waistlines.

How to Cover Buttons with Fabric

What are covered buttons and how do you cover them? This blog post shows 3 methods to cover buttons with fabric including the use of a self cover button tool.

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I’m loving my new dress!! Can you tell? 😂 Thi

I was very excited to have a special occasion this

I was very excited to have a special occasion this weekend to give this dress its first outing ❤️

After seeing the fabulous versions of this dress by @betty_sewandsew and @madebylaurentedstone I had to make my own 🥰

Pattern: @beautejadore #me2016 by @knowmepatterns
Fabric: ‘Pesca’ cotton lawn from @fabricgodmother

Huge congrats to @chopstar76 and @rachaelknight80 for such a special day and for allowing me to be part of it ❤️❤️❤️

#sewsewsew #sewist #imadethis #sewistsofinstagram #sewingismyhappyplace #imakemyownclothes

Come and join me in Hove to learn how to use your

Come and join me in Hove to learn how to use your overlocker on 7th October.
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This is the perfect workshop for anyone who has a machine that they’re unsure of, or I have overlockers to borrow for the day for those thinking about buying a machine.
More details in bio
#sussexsewing
#overlockerguru
#overlockerclasses #overlockerworkshop #overlockerclassbrighton #overlockerworkshopbrighton

I finished this summer dress just in time for this

I finished this summer dress just in time for this glorious weather. This fabric is the perfect combination of lightweight and floaty. 🤩
There’s been a lot of pink lately on my grid but it all goes so well with these trainers… so what’s not to love?? (I’m going to try to make garments in other colours.. I promise!)
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Pattern: #dovestonedress @izzosewstudio
Fabric: Organic double gauze in magenta from @fabricgodmother

I made a size 16 and added 1.5cm to the bodice length plus 15cm to the ‘knee length’ version.
I’ve made the straps a bit too long but it gives the option to tie at the front. I might cut them shorter at some point.
I love that this dress has multiple options for how you can tie the straps. Sadly my photographer didn’t want to stick around so I could demonstrate so I’ll have the show this another time 😂
I was a bit worried about how visible a bra would be under this dress but you can’t see it, can you? (It’s a strapless light beige one)

#sewsewsew #sewingproject #imakemyownclothes #imadethis #barbiecore #pinkdress #sewistsofinstagram #sewist

Enjoying the return of the sunshine in my new neon

Enjoying the return of the sunshine in my new neon pink gingham dress 🩷🩷🩷

This pattern has been on my to do list since it was first released over a year ago. When I saw this neon fabric I knew exactly what it was going to be 😀

Pattern: #rivelinruffledress @izzosewstudio
Fabric: @fabricgodmother

I made a size 16 of the low neckline version. I added 1.5cm to the length of the bodice and 20cm to the skirt length. I also added pockets in the side seams and a shorter zip, so the zip finishes just above the pockets.

#ithaspockets #neongingham #ginghamdress #ruffledress #sewsewsew #imadethis #isewmyownclothes #sewist #sewistsofinstagram

One of my favourite #selfdrafted dresses.
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I love a strong bold colour and this dress is certainly that. It’s a linen fabric but I can’t remember where I purchased it.
Thank you to @tarazamataz for the fabulous earrings.
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The pleated band at the hem line is attached to the lining so it sits inside the skirt.
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I made this dress back in 2010 for a special occasion. Since then, things have changed a lot! My life is a million times better but I look back at that time and this dress and I’ve often wondered about throwing it away along with the distant memories… but… wouldn’t that be a waste of a good frock??
#sewinglove #reddress #sewist #sewistsofinstagram
#sewingismytherapy #sewsewsew #ladyinred #imakemyownclothes #sewingismyhappyplace

I accidentally made a #barbieoutfit and I LOVE IT

I accidentally made a #barbieoutfit and I LOVE IT
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I’ve wanted to make a bright pink jumpsuit for a while and then I realised I’d timed this perfectly to coincide with a trip to the cinema to see the new #barbiefilm
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It goes perfectly with my pink earrings, pink trainers and pink jacket!
(Check out the amazing embroidery by @rachaelknight80 on the jacket and take a look at her new venture @crikey_its_cross_stitch)

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Pattern: @paper_theory #zadiejumpsuit

Fabric: Cotton & Linen mix in Sunset from @fabricgodmother

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I made a size 12 which is 2 sizes smaller than the pattern suggested. I also added 3.5cm to the top and 35cm to the legs as I wanted this to be floor length so I can wear it all year round without getting cold ankles!
I made a playsuit version previously and wanted a little more length in the top as the belt didn’t quite hit my waist.
However, the back rise on the trousers is quite long so after making my first length alterations I took out 6cm from the centre back length and tapered this to the side seams.
I’m going to be wearing this a lot!! 🩷🩷🩷

#memadeeveryday #memadewardrobe #barbiecore #sewbarbie #pinkjumpsuit #imadethis #sewistsofinstagram

Want to know how to create a rolled hem on your #o

Want to know how to create a rolled hem on your #overlocker or #serger ?
It’s super easy!!
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I’m using a Janome 9102D but this technique will work on any machine.
Simply follow these steps:
1. Shorten the stitch length to 1.5 or use the ‘R’ setting
2. Increase the tension on the lower looper (this will pull the upper looper stitches over the edge of the fabric and round to the underside, rolling the fabric edge.)
3. Use a narrow stitch setting: Remove the left needle and the stitch finger. (Check your manual on how to do this)
4. Use a woolly nylon in the upper looper. This will give better coverage of the raw edge and a softer finish.(Regular thread will work too)
Try it out!!
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#overlockertips #sergertips #overlockerrolledhem #sergerrolledhem #overlockerguru #sewistsofinstagram #sewsewsew #rolledhem #janomeoverlocker #janomeserger #fgpeony #janome9102d

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