La Maison Victor - Lora Dress Review I’ve been on the look-out for a new pattern for a jersey dress. Whilst I love my Sew Over It Molly and Heather Dresses, I wanted something with a seam at the waist, as well as bust and waist darts to give it all a bit more shape… Continue reading The Perfect Spring Dress
Author: Daphne
I own a gallery business with my artist husband in Wells-next-the-Sea on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast. I’ve always loved great design and use of colour and pattern (particularly mid-century themes), but I’d never had any interest whatsoever in sewing, until I happened to watch the The Great British Sewing Bee in 2014 and found myself thinking ‘I fancy doing that!’. So the following February, I had three lessons locally and made not one, but two skirts; I couldn’t believe it! By that point I’d learned the basics of reading a pattern; cutting out; transferring markings; adding darts, a waist band, and lining; inserting a zip; adding a button and button hole; and hemming… and I was addicted!
My sewing has gone from the basics through to more intermediate makes, in both woven and jersey fabrics, with adaptations to achieve a better fit than I can get on the high street. I couldn’t pick a favourite part of the process: I love it all, from matching a pattern to fabric (or vice versa), deciding the style, working out the fit, the actual sewing and problem-solving as I go along, and of course there’s nothing quite like that sense of achievement when you sew that final stitch. I still surprise myself every time I finish making something. I’ve sewn several patterns from the ‘big 4’, but, like the lovely SewNeedy, my favourite patterns are from Sew Over It. I love their style and the reliable instructions, plus they’re very good at tempting me with their glorious fabrics.
Closet Case – Carolyn Pajamas
I bought this fabulous cotton voile from Seasalt at the beginning of the year. It was in the sale and only cost £15 for 3m - I do love a bargain! Their fabrics are lovely quality and great designs – I’m crossing everything they add some jerseys to their range soon too! When I bought… Continue reading Closet Case – Carolyn Pajamas
Review – Emma Dress and Alice Top – Intro to Sewing Knits – Sew Over It
I’ve admired the Emma Dress and Alice Top for some time, especially as the top has different bust sizes included. However, I’ve sewn with knits before so wasn't sure I needed the video course, so held off buying it until there was a discount code during the sale. First up was the Emma Dress…… Continue reading Review – Emma Dress and Alice Top – Intro to Sewing Knits – Sew Over It
Overlocker Time!
I was very fortunate to be given some money for Christmas, so I thought I’d put it to good use and buy myself an overlocker, something I’ve often thought about getting, but never had the funds to do so. Plus I wasn’t sure if I actually needed one! After plenty of research, I settled on… Continue reading Overlocker Time!
Merry Sparkly Christmas!
When Lisa showed us this gorgeous, drapey rose gold sequin fabric on the December Sew Over It Vlog I couldn’t resist, even though I’ve never been a sequin and sparkles kinda gal. I don’t normally go out-out much (ahh!) so don’t really have the need for going-outy-type-sparkly-tops, but with Christmas just around the corner I knew… Continue reading Merry Sparkly Christmas!
The Shirt Search
I bought this stunning silk from Sew Over It a few weeks ago, but decided (for once!) that I wouldn't rush straight into it and instead find THE perfect shirt/blouse pattern for it. I’d already made the short-sleeve version of the Deer and Doe Melilot Shirt, which I’d purchased as a kit from the lovely… Continue reading The Shirt Search
Maven French Dart Shift – Review
I came across this pattern brand at The Great British Sewing Bee Live after spotting this on a display, isn’t it amazing?! I knew I *needed* one in my life, so bought the pattern there and then and had a good chat with Mrs M, who told me the name of the fabric – Cloud… Continue reading Maven French Dart Shift – Review
Sewing Round-Up
Hello all, I’ve been rather busy with work and getting back on my feet the last few weeks, but I have also been sewing when time’s allowed, so I thought I’d do a round-up of a few things I’ve made… First up is the Itch to Stitch Anza Jumpsuit, which I wore to The Great… Continue reading Sewing Round-Up
Sew Over It Coco Jacket – #Daphne
The long-awaited, much-anticipated, and considerably-coveted Coco Jacket pattern just had to be mine as soon as it was pre-released as part of the Sew Over It PDF Club! My decision on fabric was an easy one… it’s classic Chanel-esque in ‘my’ colours. It’s also from Sew Over It, but I’ve just checked and it looks like it’s now… Continue reading Sew Over It Coco Jacket – #Daphne
Two makes, one outfit
Last week I created what is now my favourite smart-casual outfit! (Until my next make, no doubt. Fickle?! Me?!) It consists of an Itch to Stitch Beausoleil Cold Shoulder Top and Sew Over It Mia Jeans from Lisa's My Capsule Wardrobe eBook. I started making the Mias a couple of weeks ago, but broke off… Continue reading Two makes, one outfit
