Rectangle Top
When I bought this pattern, I didn’t expect to be making such a playful, elegant blouse just from two pieces of rectangles. I’ve been using Sewing Therapy patterns for a while now and have come to expect reliable, beautiful patterns from Sara who is the creative behind Sewing Therapy Patterns. This blouse really exceeded all…
Ayla Pants
Sewing with knit fabric has always been an area that I find challenging. Initially, I believed I could simply steer clear of it, but as my sewing experience grew, I realised I would be missing out on many wonderful and comfortable additions to my handmade wardrobe. The Ayla Pants is the latest release from True Bias, and…
Fern Dress
Featuring Linen from Maaidesign Artist Collection Maai Design have launched the third drop of their Artist Collection; this time featuring Gabriela Larios and Alison Willoughby. For the collaboration, I was offered three meters of fabric of my choice. I decided on the Strawberry Poem in Linen by Gabriela Larios. I thought it would be the…
Ruffle Tote
There are moments when undertaking a small, manageable project provides the perfect boost for motivation and delivers quick satisfaction. The Motif Studio Ruffle Tote is an ideal example of such a bite-sized project, offering both a sense of accomplishment and enjoyment in a short amount of time. This project is ideal for utilising fabric scraps…
Grace Trousers
Summer is almost here, and I really need to cover some gaps in my wardrobe. I love dresses but I needed some tops and pants as well. This year A Sewing Life released their first apparel pattern. It was exactly what I was looking for. The Grace Trousers is a relaxed fit, flowy design with…
Paloma Top
So excited to get into the testing pool for the newly released Swimstyle Patterns Paloma Top. I just loved the unique style and design immediately. The top features two ties that are sewn down at the front and are threaded through the back. These ties can be left loose, or they can be used to…
Nova Coat for Frocktails
Still recovering from Frocktails 2025 which is an annual gathering of sewing enthusiasts and is hosted in many different locations around the world. It was a fun night of delightful sewing banter, finally meeting familiar faces from social media in real life and getting to fondle a lot of fabric (with permission of course!). The…
La Ciotat Skirt
The La Ciotat Skirt stands out as a unique wrap skirt design, offering both style and practicality. Unlike standard wrap skirts, this one features a double front wrap, eliminating any concerns about wardrobe malfunctions. The addition of a flattering waist panel contributes to its elegant silhouette, and the two ties ensure that the skirt stays…
Viola Vest
Some patterns I sew are real skill builders and the Viola Vest is one of these. I have a few things to work out with this pattern, and I considered not sharing until I made a version that I was one hundred percent happy with, but this blog has always been a journal for my…
Avril Dress
So much to unpack with this one! I was so lucky to receive 3 meters of Lyocell Denim from Devonstone Fabric and so I immediately started to look for the right pattern that would match this beautiful fabric. Though denim is usually associated with toughness and thickness, this denim is composed of 65% Lyocell, 16%…
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