I thought I’d share a glimpse of what Burda magazine was like 42 years ago – August 1968 to be exact: There are some cute trapeze dresses in bright colours: A lot of doubleknit dresses, like these ones in gold and ochre: Dandy looks in velvet – I could go a green velvet suit….. More dandy dresses […]
Read MoreMeet me and my new cardigan: I love it! I think it is one of my favourite knitted pieces, and all from recycled yarn! My Mum gave me this unravelled wool from an old jersey about a year ago, and I’ve finally found a use for it. Only problem is, I only used about 6 […]
Read MoreI first began sewing at home when I was a kid, where I had access to Mum’s sewing machine and her stash of patterns and fabrics – there is nothing like the raw materials to get inspired! Like a lot of us I started with fabric scraps and a Barbie doll, and soon progressed to decent yardages […]
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A continuous bound placket is one of my favourite methods for a sleeve placket where lightweight fabrics are used, such as on a blouse or dress. It is easily inserted into a one piece sleeve where a vertical split is made – not at the sleeve seam, but at the location of the little finger. You will need to […]
Read MoreThe first question I inevitably get asked when people discover I make wedding dresses is: “Do you have many Bridezillas?” So far my answer has been a resounding No – because in my experience the complete opposite is true! My brides have been so happy and excited about their dress that they are a joy to work with, and we both have a […]
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