When it comes to getting a pattern to fit, there’s a limit on how much fabric you can expend trying to make it work. The Marlo is a well-drafted easy-to-sew cardy that for some reason turned into a battle of wills…
Tag: Sewing
Free pattern: Easter bunny appliqué
Celebrate the coming of Spring with these fresh and fun Easter bunny appliqués – a scrapbusting project perfect for pretty vintage cushions or bags fit for a chocolate bounty…
Creativity and menopause: sewing through the change
While the motivation to sew can ebb and flow like never before, the menopause can be a time to celebrate creative growth – here’s how three inspiring sewists approached their practice during this challenging life stage…
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Reflections on a year (or two) of mindful making
A while back I wrote about planning a year of sewing more intentionally. It’s time to round up the results and see if anything stuck – read on to find out what worked, what didn’t and the surprises that lurked along the way…
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Sew your own DIY cosy slippers – no pattern required!
From drafting your own tailored pattern to sewing them together, make perfect-fit slippers for all the family with this step-by-step tutorial – all without the hassle of a PDF pattern…
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Can you send homemade clothing to the charity shop?
Making clothes is a lot of fun, but what should we do with our makes when they don’t work out? Will your local charity shop or thrift store sell them on or send them off to be scrapped? Grinlow Studio busts a few sewing urban myths and delivers the lowdown on how to donate your unwanted creations…
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Kickstart your creativity
Sensing a sewjo downturn? The ebb and flow of creativity is a natural part of the process, so it’s good to understand what is happening before you give up. Read on for ten top tips on how to stay motivated and build a creative habit…
Sewing struggles: the secret to sewing success
Whether you’re just getting into sewing or you’ve been at it for a hundred years, sometimes it can feel like everyone around you is a sewing wizard while you’re constantly fielding mishaps. Well, dear reader, it’s simply not the case! I think it’s high time we share our sewing struggles so we can fully celebrate those successes…
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Sustainable sewing, part one: magic or myth?
Sewing can feel like magic – paying creative dividends in wellbeing and self-sufficiency – but is it really sustainable? Kicking off with a confessional, this short series explores our sewing habits and how the drive towards sustainability can sometimes turn out to be anything but…
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Sewing mindfully: 10 principles for an intentional year of making
After a year of sorting and refining my me-made wardrobe, I’m planning on a more purposeful sewing trajectory this year. The makes wish list grows and grows, but I’ve resolved to tame the beast as best I can so that when I sew, it counts. So, if you’re looking for an alternative way to plan your sewing this year, here are a few guiding principles for a more relaxed and intentional year of making…
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