Summer Garden Party
That was the inspiration for the July boxes. Beautiful lightweight fabrics that would be perfect for a summer frock to float around in.
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Shoulder and Neckline Adjustments
No one has the same body, we are all completely unique and very rarely does a garment fit perfectly first time.
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Nautical Door Stop
Not to be put off, I had a few off cuts of the chambray anchor print fabric left over so I cut a piece to the size of a fat quarter and set out to make myself a cube door stop. I thought I'd share with you the process in case you fancy making yourself one.
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Anchors Away Coco
Hacci sweater knit has more of a loopy, open-knit texture than regular cotton knits and this particular one is super lightweight making it perfect for the summer.
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Sail Away; Fat Quarter Inspiration
I absolutely love this collection of fat quarters, they have me dreaming of a little bathroom re-styling project. I know, a nautical themed bathroom isn't exactly ground-breaking, but when it works, it works!
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June Pattern Picks
The Mini and Classic boxes each had a length of gorgeous anchor print chambray. Chambray is a gorgeous fabric, it looks a lot like denim but is much more lightweight and has some drape to it, making it a great summer fabric.
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Sail Away
So, when I planned these boxes the weather was fabulous and I was gearing up for three months of sunshine. I know, so naive!
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In May…
For starters I have impressed myself with how many me-made items I have managed to wear as part of Me Made May. I had a couple of repeats but generally I was able to complete my pledge of wearing something I had made every other day throughout May. I have to admit though I did find it difficult to document my outfits and photograph myself every day.
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Fat Quarter Makes; Peg Bag
Even better when you can hang up your pre-washed fabric to float about in the breeze and look all pretty. If I was writing this anywhere other than a sewing blog I might get some odd looks, but I know that this is a safe place to admit to such things!
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