Zoe W: Doll Cross Stitch
Zoe W has finished another cross stitch project! I think this Russian doll design is very cute. If you want to make this design you get the chart for free here.
Zoë: Nature Study Embroidery
During a recent holiday in Wales my mum and I decided to make some kind of collage or embroidery inspired by the countryside around us. Having a view like this from our cottage helped! We collect up some twigs, leaves, sheep’s wool and other natural items we found on our outings. Helpfully, my mum had packed ...
Parson Gray Fabric
Parson Gray is a range of fabrics designed by David Butler (husband of Amy Butler). These fabrics feature beautiful designs and colours that are more suited to men than most fabrics that are currently available. Of course that doesn’t mean they not suitable to any project you can think of! I think they make a ...
Top Tip Tuesday: Scribble Design
I love this t-shirt made by See Kate Sew . The machine stitched design is based on a young child’s early drawing scribbles, in this case her own son. You can follow her tutorial here if you want to try it yourself. Image from See Kate Sew
Needle and Thread Cross Stitch
Following on from our inspiration post about this cross stitch design Zoe W has already finished stitching it! Zoe had found this design and passed it on to us to share so it is lovely to see her finished work. Have a look at this design that Zoe is planning to stitch next, I want ...
Mystery Object
Can you help us work out what this item is for one of our sew make believe members? This mystery textile was found in a charity shop. It is the same both sides and joined down the curved edge to make an item that is similar to a tea cosy or a cap. Leave us ...
Top Tip Tuesday: New Colette Patterns
Whether you are an experienced dressmaker, or just want to give dressmaking a try, we can recommend the new collection of patterns from Colette. The new additions are Iris, Lily and Hazel, and at least one of our members has seen success with the designs!
Book Club Questions: The Hunger Games
On Wednesday 16th May it is our book club meeting, this time we are discussing The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. We are hoping to be able to discuss the three books in the trilogy, The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and Mockingjay. To help us in our discussion we have found a discussion guide that ...
Cake Toppers
If you need a quick idea to brighten up some cakes, or any other snacks or drinks for that matter, try these simple cake toppers made from tissue paper and cocktails sticks. They would be perfect for a Jubilee street party or a wedding. You can make them in exactly the colour you want to ...
Zoë: Giant Granny Square
I have been experimenting with a 15mm crochet hook and some super chunky yarn. It was great fun and has resulted in a massive granny square that will make an excellent cushion cover. I have taken the picture with a normal double knit blanket next to it to give a sense of scale. I used ...
