Well Sewneedy has been well and truly missing in action for a long time. We moved house last year and have been very busy with renovations. Whilst I have been sewing, I haven't had the inclination to blog about any of it. So this year the plan is to do monthly reviews of sewing projects,… Continue reading January – A brand new start
A New Blog for Daphne
Hello lovely Sewneedy and Daphne followers and happy new year! I just wanted to let you know that I've recently launched a BRAND NEW BLOG for Daphne, which you can find and follow here: https://norfolkdaphne.wordpress.com/ It's got all my past makes and reviews there, as well as lots of new sewing adventures! Look forward to… Continue reading A New Blog for Daphne
Sewing for Others
I’ve recently made a handful of items for others, so thought I’d do a bit of a round-up… First up is a review of the WARDROBE BY ME DRAPER POLO SHIRT that I've made for my hubby. I spotted this fabric on someone’s Instagram feed and knew he’d love it! It’s a jacquard jersey from Sister Mintaka.… Continue reading Sewing for Others
The Goodwood Revival and my Simplicity 8447 1940s Vintage Dungarees
We went to The Goodwood Revival four years ago and absolutely loved it, but it was before I learned to sew. Here’s what I wore then - very glam (I had my hair and make-up done by the pros)! We booked again for this year and I decided to go with a completely different look… Continue reading The Goodwood Revival and my Simplicity 8447 1940s Vintage Dungarees
Where it all started… The Great British Sewing Bee and my Drape Drape 2 Asymmetric Top
This particular top is where my sewing journey began... Back in 2014, for some unknown reason, I got into The Great British Sewing Bee, (series 3). I'd never sewn previously, other than the odd button, and I had no interest in making clothes, knew nothing about patterns or markings, darts or pleats, bias binding or… Continue reading Where it all started… The Great British Sewing Bee and my Drape Drape 2 Asymmetric Top
Review – Street Style 025 Bomber Jacket
I’ve previously made the Rigel Bomber from Papercut Patterns, but I’ve never been happy with the fit, or the way the ribbing on the V-neck sits; it just doesn’t look right on me, so I hardly ever wear it. But earlier this year I saw the Street Style 025 Bomber Jacket on the lovely Diane… Continue reading Review – Street Style 025 Bomber Jacket
Three (or rather four) recent makes
Here’s a round-up of some of my most recent makes… SEW OVER IT ULTIMATE CULOTTES and CAMI First up is something I never thought I’d make or wear… culottes! I always love them on others, but being short and curvy I tend to look rather dumpy if clothing is loose, shapeless, or ends at a really unflattering… Continue reading Three (or rather four) recent makes
Sew Together for Summer – Named Patterns Kielo Wrap Dress
The 2018 Sew Together for Summer was launched back in March when Monika @rocco.sienna , Sarah @sewsarahsmith , and Suzy @sewing_in_spain announced this year’s theme of wrap dresses. Last year, with my injury hampering my sewing, I was a bit late to the party when I made my Sew Over It Penny Dress, but, despite it being a bit of… Continue reading Sew Together for Summer – Named Patterns Kielo Wrap Dress
The Perfect Spring Dress
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
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
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