Over the last few years, I've loved setting time aside to sew and I don't see that changing any time soon. However, given how much we are pushed today to consume and always be craving more, I wanted to consciously think about what and why I am making things so they are useful and not … Continue reading Sewing Goals for 2026
Spotting Fake Etsy Sewing Pattern Sellers: A Guide We all know the 'big four' sewing pattern brands, but through the magic of the internet, there's never been greater access to a wider range of smaller or indie pattern brands, with sites such as Etsy having thousands of digital listings for all sorts of sewing patterns. … Continue reading Don’t Get Stitched Up: How to Avoid Etsy Sewing Pattern Scams
The Sou'West Vintage Fest has been a pillar vintage event for enthusiasts within Western Australia for years and always draws a huge crowd. Run by local legend Sarah from Red Leopard Photography, the Sou'West Vintage fest is a ture celebration of retro nostalgia and prides itself on being a fun day out. With the day … Continue reading Sewing for Sou’West Vintage Fest 2025; Simplicity R10646/S9164
As for sewing novices, we all choose a pattern and eventually just choose the wrong fabric to go with it. The project turns out a disaster, we absolutely have a meltdown and the pattern gets called "stupid" and thrown back into the pattern pile never to resurface again. All in all, it was probably our … Continue reading Sewing Pattern Review: Butterick 5209