Did you know that the Apple Lunch Tote started out as a pencil case? I made the sweet foundation paper pieced apple blocks and included them in a pencil case. The bright apples paired well with the denim coloured linen.I included hand … [Read more...]
Zakka Scissor Keeper
I am really excited to show you my newest pdf sewing pattern - the Zakka Scissor Keeper. I love combining my favourite "scraps" into a colour coordinated fabric panel. The colourful patchwork looks great with the natural linen. I even delved into my … [Read more...]
Elastic Pencil Pouch
The Elastic Pencil Pouch is is a fun, beginner friendly pattern that can be easily constructed in around an hour. I had the perfect printed linen fabric in my stash - featuring drawing pins, paperclips, scissors and bulldog clips. The fabric was from … [Read more...]
Apple Lunch Bag
Gingham, polka dots and apples are combined in this Apple Lunch Tote. I always take a packed lunch to work and this tote is perfectly sized for lunch on the go. The red apples add a pop of colour to the tote.The tote has shaped panels that … [Read more...]
Lunch Tote
I always prepare my lunch to take to work each day. I am focusing on being more environmentally friendly and avoiding the use of plastic wrap. My lunch generally consists of a sandwich, fruit salad, and a home baked treat. I place everything in … [Read more...]
Apple Lunch Tote
I usually prepare my lunch to take to work each day. Now more than ever, I am happier eating food that I have prepared myself. On a work day, I generally head outdoors and have my lunch in the garden area. The Apple Lunch Tote is perfectly sized to … [Read more...]
Patchwork Pocket Pouch
There is a lot to be said for the therapeutic benefits of sewing. Life has certainly been challenging lately. Concern over elderly family members and family members with high risk medical conditions, together with working long hours, has left little … [Read more...]
Mothers Day Gift Bag
Mother's Day for Australian Mum's is just around the corner and will celebrated on May 10 2020. This year is the perfect time to make Mum a home made gift whilst isolating. I am not sure about you, but I seem to have lost my sew-jo lately. With so … [Read more...]
Love That Lace Throw
Love That Lace Crochet Throw is a modern crochet pattern featuring open, lacy squares. I recently finished this lovely throw for our family living area in shades of cream, grey, stone, blue and aqua. After the last few throws I have made which had … [Read more...]
Ballerina Fusion Pillow
These are certainly challenging times for people around the world. I work in an essential service and are working long hours at present. There has been limited time to relax and sew. I have a couple of new patterns in development but really felt like … [Read more...]
Easter Gift Bag
With 4 weeks until Easter, I have made a start on my Easter sewing with these Easter Gift Bags. They are perfectly sized to hold a small Easter gift such as a coffee mug filled with chocolate eggs or other special treat.I found this lovely … [Read more...]
Patchwork Gifts Book Review and Tour
Patchwork Gifts, 20 Charming Patchwork Projects to Give and Keep is the newly released and much anticipated book by the talented Elise Baek from Elise and Emelie. It is packed full of sweet and practical items to make for yourself or to give as … [Read more...]
