A lovely bundle of fabric was just what I needed to inspire me to head back into the sewing room after a lengthy break. I am putting the finishing touches to a new pattern using this sweet bundle of Cottage fabric by Tilda. As usual, I like to use … [Read more...]
Allsorts Pillow
Allsorts Pillow is my latest pattern and it is now available in my Craftsy and Etsy stores. The pieced blocks, set on point, remind me of licorice allsorts with all their lovely layers. This pillow is a great way to showcase a favourite fabric range. … [Read more...]
Harvest Leaf Coasters
I have recently given my home office nook a Scandi inspired makeover. It is decorated in white, gold, and pastels - and it is such an inviting corner of my family room. I usually have a cup of tea on hand when I am working at my computer, so some new … [Read more...]
Tilda Harvest Blog Hop
I am a big fan of the beautiful fabric designed by Tone Finnanger from Tildas World. Her latest fabric collection, Harvest, could well be my favourite. Who can resist the pretty floral and bird prints, in gorgeous shades of pink, lavender, orange, … [Read more...]
Harvest Drawstring Bags
I love making small projects with pretty fabrics and trims. These little Harvest drawstring bags are perfectly sized to hold a small gift, some dried lavender, or perhaps to organise some small items like jewellery or make-up. Easily constructed in … [Read more...]
Happy Scrappy Cards
Handmade cards are the perfect finishing touch to a handmade gift! I love to challenge myself to use the fabric scraps left over from a new project design. These little Happy Scrappy cards are a great scrap buster project and can be quickly … [Read more...]
Hexagon Trays
If you are looking for a fun, quick project, check out our Hexagon Tray Tutorial. These little trays are perfect for storing lots of bits and bobs on your sewing table - pins, threads, hexagon papers, binding clips - and more! They are also perfect … [Read more...]
Ella the Elephant Pillow
As soon as I saw the pretty colours and floral prints in the new Tilda Circus fabric range, I knew it would be perfect for my latest design, Ella the Elephant Pillow. Tilda Circus is the newest fabric collection by the talented Norwegian designer … [Read more...]
Tilda Heart of the Home Mini Quilt
I was lucky enough to receive bundle of new Tilda fabric - Memory Lane and Cabbage Rose fabric ranges - from the Australian distributor, Two Green Zebras. These fabrics come in sweet shades of pink, blue, green, navy, red, and orange. Featuring cute … [Read more...]
Favourite Uses for Fabric Tape
Fabric tape is made from cotton fabric with an adhesive backing and sold on a roll. Simply cut, peel and stick - strips of fabric tape can be used in so many craft projects. You can use fabric tape for gift wrapping, card making, home decorating, and … [Read more...]
