When I am on vacation I always search out local quilting, sewing, craft and yarn stores. My favourite type of souvenir is craft supplies or sewing books/magazines - especially love items that are hard to find in Australia. On a trip to South Korea … [Read more...]
Halloween Drawstring Pouch
Bees are perfect for Halloween inspired sewing. The Queen Bee fabric collection by Devonstone Collections has been used in this Handy Drawstring Pouch.This pouch features a flat base and is perfectly sized to hold Halloween treats. Reversible … [Read more...]
Pretty Flower Power Pouch
We are enjoying beautiful spring weather in Perth and our garden is looking wonderful. You can bring spring blooms indoors with this pretty flower power pouch. Made using sweet floral prints designed by Atsuko Matsuyama, it adds a touch of springtime … [Read more...]
Floral Placemat
There is nothing better than sipping a relaxing cup of tea from fine bone china. I made a hexagon placemat from pretty floral fabrics to match my favourite tea set. I used the Easy Hexagon Trivet and Coaster pdf sewing pattern.The placemat … [Read more...]
Vintage Haberdashery
I love collecting vintage haberdashery. There is something special about old buttons, vintage threads on wooden spools, vintage notions, old lace and trims. They always remind me of my childhood playing with my Nan's button tin and sewing box. … [Read more...]
Flower Power Pouch
I am pleased to share my second project featuring Tilda Old Rose - the Flower Power Pouch.Who can resist a pretty floral pouch! The Flower Power Pouch features 5 petals and a flat bottom. These eco-friendly pouches are perfect for stowing … [Read more...]
Pyramid Weights
Pyramid Weights are one of those small, satisfying projects that you’ll find yourself using every day. They’re quick to sew, perfect for scraps, and incredibly versatile — whether you use them as pattern weights in your sewing room, book weights on … [Read more...]
Easy Hexagon Trivet and Coasters
Spring has finally arrived in Australia and we are looking forward to lots of outdoor entertaining in the warmer months. Outdoor entertaining means spring inspired trivets, placemats, and coasters. Here is a Trivet and Coaster Set that I made using … [Read more...]
Queen Bee Doorstop
Queen Bee fabric range by Devonstone Collection features bees, hives, hexagons, stripes, and crowns. The black, grey, and yellow colour palette is a break from my usual fabric choice. The fabric range includes a panel of large bees. As soon as I … [Read more...]
Totoro Elastic Pencil Case
One of my children loves the Japanese animated fantasy film, My Neighbour Totoro. I have made her a Totoro Elastic Pencil Case. With the handy elastic strap it attaches to a journal so you always have your writing tools on hand. I found some sweet … [Read more...]
Product Review: SOHMO Shears, Scissors & Pins
Quality sewing tools make all the difference to achieving professional results with your sewing projects. I am always on the look out for new and improved tools and equipment to make time spent in my sewing room more enjoyable. I don't get as much … [Read more...]
Handy Drawstring Bag
I love how quick and easy these Handy Drawstring Pouches are to sew. Such a fun afternoon project and they are useful for storing so many things. I am making up a batch of pouches to use as gift bags - eco friendly, plus the bag is a gift in itself, … [Read more...]
