My yearly sewing recap is probably one of my favourite blogs to write as it gives me a chance to really look back over the year (and what a crazy one it was) and see how my sewing skills (and wardrobe) has improved. Spurred on by my yearly sewing goals, I tried my best to … Continue reading Everything I made in 2025 – Sewing Recap
Every year, I set myself a few sewing goals, and this year, I tried to set fewer goals (every other year, I planned way too much and got overwhelmed) that were all achievable. One such goal was to sew some swimwear, which leads us to today's post: making my first-ever bikini without a pattern. Knowing … Continue reading Sewing Swimwear: Making my First Bikini
It is a truth universally acknowledged that any crafter during the holiday season must be in want of a project. As it's currently spooky season for only a moment longer, I couldn't let Halloween drift past without crafting something to celebrate. As I'm taking things such slow and easy this year, my original 6 Halloween … Continue reading Saved from the Fabric Stash; Halloween Edition
If you hang around the vintage sewing community, you will hear of several patterns that have a bit of a cult following. These patterns are often rare and very sought-after so most of us will miss out on owning/sewing the pattern however, some companies sell professional reproductions of vintage patterns meaning the original pattern is … Continue reading Sewing Vintage Butterick 9629
Combining Vogue V9000 and Butterick B6354 Life doesn't always give you much free time and days off are few and far between which means when I have time to sew, I don't want to waste it deciding and planning my projects. Like most of us that trawl through the World Wide Web, I'm on Pinterest … Continue reading Sewing my Pinterest Board: Sage Green Gingham playsuit
Cooly Rocks On held in Coolangatta every year, is one of Australia's biggest nostalgia festivals and it just keeps getting bigger and better each year. Cooly Rocks On goes on for 5 days and is jam packed with events, live shows, contests, food, music, shopping, dancing and so much more. It really is a must-see … Continue reading Sewing Vogue 9100 for Cooly Rocks On!
Over the last few years, I have made heaps of new garments and have grown in my sewing skills. As it currently stands, I feel like it's time for me to really try and push myself out of my sewing comfort zone which means I need to set some new goals. Setting these sewing goals … Continue reading Sewing Goals for 2025
There's light at the end of the tunnel! If you have found yourself here, I hope you've been enjoying this special little mini series where I am crafting myself a cruise wardrobe just in time for my first ever Disney Cruise abroad the Disney Wonder. Me being me, I couldn't just pack my suitcases with … Continue reading Crafting a Magical Disney Cruise Wardrobe: Part Four Shopping The Closet
This blog post is one I now really look forward to writing every year as it gives me a great chance to reflect on all the wonderful projects I have made over the course of an entire year. 2024 was an incredible year for projects and sticking to some personal goals, such as those found … Continue reading Everything I made in 2024 – Sewing Recap
Spending any amount of time within my online sphere you will soon discover that I never grew out of my 'space is cool' phase. I've always gravitated towards stars, moons, galaxies and anything celestial (I mean, check out my wedding in case you need more convincing), so with that, it's time to revisit a sewing … Continue reading Sewing a Vintage Inspired ACOTAR Night Court Ball Gown
Some sewing projects have a bit of a story behind them, this is one such project. Back in 2023, I visited a women's retreat in Bali called Escape Haven, where I made a beautiful new friend, Jo. When Jo learnt that I was going to buy some fabric as a souvenir on my trip, she … Continue reading Sewing Pattern Review: Very Easy Vogue 9182 for a Romantic Day in Ubud
Continuing on with my Cooly Rocks On Pinup Pageant sewing saga, find part one/day wear sewing post here, today we are met with part two and how I made my talent round outfit. What's the talent I did on stage you ask? Wallpapering. Yes, I did wallpapering for three minutes on stage at one of … Continue reading Sewing a Wallpaper House Dress for Cooly Rocks On Pinup Pageant
If you've seen a few of my previous posts or have been around my social media recently, you may have seen me post about the incredible weekend that was Cooly Rocks On for 2024. Part of this amazing retro event is the Pinup Pageant which has been dubbed the 'Viva Las Vegas pageant of Australia'. … Continue reading Sewing a Yellow Rose Liz Dress for Cooly Rocks On Pinup Pageant
I'm not a huge designer brand kind of gal but I do appreciate some of the lovely fabrics, styles and embellishments that designer brands use. I've always had a soft spot for Dolce and Gabbana but I've recently learnt about some very unethical behaviour and comments they have shared which has turned me off actually … Continue reading Sewing a Dolce and Gabbana Gerbera Daisy Inspired Dress using McCalls 7950
I've always had a soft spot for all things cottage core as I love the softness and romanticism of the style. For cottage core dresses, lots of gathers and layers is generally key and despite me loving all the parts of cottage core fashion, I've never really delved into making my own garments. For a … Continue reading Sewing a Cottage Core Camellia Dress using Vintage Advance 9077
My toxic trait is seeing a piece of clothing for sale and thinking, "I can make that!" but never actually doing it.Well over a year ago, I saw an advert for a Zimmerman dress which Navy with white polka dots and I just fell in love, until I saw the price. Over $3000 for a … Continue reading Sewing with Shirt Material; Butterick 5209
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
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