Seam rippers (or quick unpicks as my Mum used to call them!) may not be the most glamorous tools in a sewing kit, but they play an essential role in sewing. Every sewist knows the sinking feeling that comes when…
Here’s the latest addition to my flat plush toy series: Flat Puppy (following the wake of Flat Teddy and Flat Dino) Just like my other plush sewing patterns, this sweet little dog is lightly stuffed and a mostly 2-dimensional design….
I’m annoyed with myself. I have so many things I want to sew. I buy the patterns. I buy the fabric. And then… I repair my husband’s cycling gloves and hem my son’s pants. And then, I buy more patterns…
When it comes to the world of play, nothing sparks joy quite like a cuddly monkey plush. Little kids have an innate love for these cheeky creatures, often found swinging from the branches of imagination as they create their own…
When my son was two, he was obsessed with trains. So I got the great idea that an epic train journey would make a great family holiday. I booked us on the Spirit of the Outback – a 26 hour…
When I ask people what their biggest struggle with sewing is, a common answer is finding time to sew. We lead busy lives with lots of responsibilities, and then there’s the million and one distractions that can eat up our…
The boys (and men!) in my family live in shorts, and you can never have too many boy’s shorts sewing patterns. From dressy to sporty to casual, there’s a pair of shorts for every occasion (and don’t forget cargo shorts…
When you love sewing, the thought of something going wrong with your sewing machine can strike terror in your heart (or is that a little dramatic!). But what if there was a simple ritual you could perform at the end…
When you first start sewing, you pick up any old packet of pins for your sewing kit and off you sew. But did you know there’s more than one type of pin? Let’s look at the different types of sewing…
I grew up watching my Mum sew, and she meticulously removed the pins as she sewed. In my home economics class in high school, my teacher told us that it was fine to sew over pins. My Mum was horrified…
Are you ready to add a touch of fun and practicality to your little girl’s wardrobe? Skorts are the perfect blend of skirts and shorts, offering both style and comfort for your adventurous little fashionista. Skorts allow your girl to…
Every day is a new adventure for little girls. Whether she’s exploring the local playground, helping in the garden, or having an impromptu dance party in the living room, shorts are the perfect go-to outfit. Shorts offer the perfect combination…
I have ridiculously pale white skin, so to avoid using tons of sunscreen, I always wear a rash guard when swimming in daytime (basically a fitted swim tee). It’s much better for my skin and saves others the blinding glare…
Summer’s in full swing, and you know what that means— let’s get out the tank top sewing patterns! There’s nothing quite like the feeling of sunshine on your shoulders and the breeze sneaking through a lightweight tank. But tanks aren’t…
You sit down at your sewing machine and start sewing. Hmm, something doesn’t sound quite right. You flip your fabric over and find this: A big mess under your fabric and your sewing machine bottom thread bunching. Aaaagh! So what…
After spotting my Flat Teddy sewing tutorial, a reader asked if I had a dinosaur one. So I decided to create one! Introducing my Flat Dinosaur Plush sewing pattern: Just like Flat Teddy, it’s a simple design, lightly stuffed for…
Get ready to conquer the world, one women’s skort sewing pattern at a time? Whether you’re sprinting after your little ones in the park, dominating on the tennis court, or just breezing with confidence through a windy day, we’ve got…
Sew a quick and easy flat teddy with this free sewing tutorial and downloadable pattern pieces. My son’s favorite toy from a very young age was an adorable flat teddy. The simple flat design is easy for little fingers to…
So, I’m all about the jeans and T-shirt life. Super comfy, right? But plain tees can be a bit, well, meh (as my teenage son would say). I’m always on the hunt for something a bit more stylish. Something with…
Have you ever sewn a garment to the point where you try it on and think, “Woohoo, I’m done. It looks great,” only to realize that you still have to hem it and finish off the details? Or have you…
There’s nothing better on a lazy weekend than curling up in soft, comfortable pajamas. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely morning in bed or settling in for a Netflix marathon, every man deserves a pair of pajamas that are truly relaxing…
It’s easy to not pay much attention to your sewing machine needles, other than making sure they’re the right way around. But they actually have a few clever design features to make sure your sewing machine runs smoothly. Let’s look…
I’m a big fan of giving gift cards as gifts. It’s a bit more personal than cash, but still makes sure the person gets something they want. But it’s no fun to just hand over a gift card or put…
I’m always on the prowl for fun sewing supplies (and they make great gifts for people who sew). I stumbled across some cute cat needle threaders on Etsy (see below) and that got me wondering what other cat-themed sewing supplies…