When I was pregnant some months ago, I was one of those blessed expectant mothers who do not have major aches, pains or nausea from the pregnancy. I had some, but I know it could have been much worse. Really no complaints, and I count myself very lucky and have since given birth to a … More Sushi BABY!
I first started working on this dress in May 2018, more than a year ago. When I saw the pattern, with the ruched front panel and option to use contrast fabrics, it captured my attention. I also wanted to try sewing knits of different stretch together as a challenge. After a year (*ahem…*), I’ve finally … More Ruched Panelled Dress [McCall’s 7467].
[PHOTO HEAVY POST] When we decided to visit Barcelona and i was researching sightseeing activities, of course I looked up fabric shops in the city – “sightsewing” maybe? Due to the walkable locations of most of the shops, and endless patience from the hubby and kiddy, I was able to go to many of the … More Fabric Shopping in Barcelona, Spain [2019].
It’s Labour Day public holiday in Queensland and I have finally finished writing this blog post on the second top I made to wear in Spain in March. How is it May already?! So back in February, when I was deciding what to make for my travel wardrobe, my criteria was: (1) Easy to wear, … More Agnes in the Park [T&TB Agnes Top].
Picking up where I left off in the last post…I made 2 tops to wear to Spain, and the first one was featured in said post. I am still organising my travel photos (it’s taking forever, and Easter festivities had kept me busy) so I will post about the second top soon. In the meantime, … More Fabric + Button Shops in Adelaide: Catwalk Fabrics & Button Bar [2017].
We went on a short trip to Spain recently. Last month, knowing that we would be travelling, I delved deep into my stash and made some quick and easy tops to wear on our trip. Since I had planned to visit some fabric shops in Spain, I knew that I would most likely bringing some … More Dots Dots Dots [McCall’s 7195].
The title is so unimaginative! I can’t help it. It’s been quite hot these past few days, the last of the Summer heat bleeding into Autumn. Sometimes I just can’t think of a more interesting title. So let’s jump right into it, shall we? I made this top in a green cotton jersey. The significant … More A Green Top [Butterick 5354].
Happy Valentine’s Day! I had wanted to make the Sewaholic Cambie Dress since it came out many years ago (2011? 2012?). I think it is feminine and universally flattering – the sweetheart neckline, the gathered shoulder straps, the shaped bodice and the flared skirt – I haven’t seen anyone who does not look a million … More A Floral Valentine’s and How I Expanded the Bodice [Sewaholic Cambie].
Welcome to the first post of 2019. I hope everyone had a great New Year’s. My sewing goals for this year are: (1) to use as much of my stash fabric as possible, and only buy new fabric when it is for a specific project only; and (2) finish as many of my incomplete projects … More Geometric Shift [New Look 6145].
Warning: Photo heavy Wow, it has been more than a year ago that we visited Basel, Switzerland, and also did some fabric hunting there. I just want to share my experience here (and relive the excitement). I think/hope all the shops are still there, but we know how bad Google is with details of shops … More Fabric Shopping in Basel, Switzerland [2018].
