Earlier in the year I made a cute retro playsuit for a trip to the Maldives and it sparked a desire to make a few more playsuits. I've always been a little weary about playsuits, as I don't always get the fit along my torso right as I'm quite long yet always make the back … Continue reading Sewing a 1969 Playsuit using Vintage Simplicity 8254
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Sewing a Featherington Inspired Gown from ‘Bridgerton’ using Simplicity 9434
Dear Gentle Reader, we're back for round 2! It is time to celebrate season three of the show I am still obsessed with, Bridgerton on Netflix. I've loved the show since season 1 and have even read all the books so although I know all the juicy gossip and secrets, I get so excited for … Continue reading Sewing a Featherington Inspired Gown from ‘Bridgerton’ using Simplicity 9434
Sewing a Summery Simplicity 9291
It's the start of a new year and of course that means new sewing goals. I got pretty burnt out by the end of last year and although I had a great break over the festive season, I wanted to still ease myself into a simple sewing project to kick off 2024. As it's the … Continue reading Sewing a Summery Simplicity 9291
A Vintage Journey to Self-Love: Why a Vintage Boudoir Photoshoot Can Be Empowering and Fun
How a Vintage Boudoir Photoshoot Can bring out your Inner Goddess In today's world, particularly women are bombarded by unrealistic beauty standards and filtered images which can make feeling confident in one's skin a bit of a challenge. Moreover, social media constantly sharing and boosting body shapes and lifestyles that aren't achievable by many can … Continue reading A Vintage Journey to Self-Love: Why a Vintage Boudoir Photoshoot Can Be Empowering and Fun
Sewing a Retro Beach Playsuit – Butterick 6354
As soon as I learn I am going to be travelling for a holiday, I instantly start planning all the outfits I wish to sew despite knowing I will never have enough time. Although I've been there before, I recently got offered a chance to travel back to Club Med in the Maldives (see my … Continue reading Sewing a Retro Beach Playsuit – Butterick 6354