Reading Time: 4 minutesHave you wondered if it might be worthwhile to draw up (or draft) your own sewing patterns? Whilst shop bought sewing patterns have a lot of flexibility built in, to allow you to fit to your height and shape, there are reasons why you might want to DIY your own. This post is less about […]
Sewing and stitching
Flea Fairs For Vintage Fabric
Reading Time: 3 minutesFlea Fairs for vintage fabric are my latest find. Recently, I went to the Malvern Flea Fair (my nearest flea market) and came home with two pieces of charming fabric. One was a vintage tartan, and one was a cotton fabric of – I don’t know what age – but I liked it. I frequent […]
Celebration of Stitch: Is Embroidery Alive and Well?
Reading Time: 2 minutesLast Saturday I went to a Celebration of Stitch event, held by the Embroiderers Guild (Worcester Branch) at the Guildhall, Worcester. This is a little diversion for this blog, as I’m not an embroiderer myself, but I was prompted by a fellow crafter and I’m glad I went as I had an enjoyable time. Here are a few […]
