Hello friends. I have been taking a few photos around my sewing studio this week and have put them together is this article to inspire you to live your best life. Since I retired from my day job, I am having so much fun pottering around my sewing … [Read more...]
Pretty Tissue Cosy
Florals, gingham and lace are always a pretty combination. Spring has arrived so I made a pretty tissue cover to celebrate. I had this sweet Atsuko Matsuyama floral in my stash which combined perfectly with a floral ruffled trim with crochet edge … [Read more...]
Vintage Singer Sewing Machine
I learnt to sew on my Mum's singer sewing machine that she bought when she was first married in 1961. She updated to a more modern machine in the 1980's and we no longer have her old Singer. I recently spotted this Vintage Singer 99K Machine on … [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...]
Vintage Haberdashery Collection
I love to collect vintage haberdashery from the 1900 - 1980's. These items remind me of my Mum and Nan's sewing baskets. I loved to watch them sew when I was a child, and it inspired my love of sewing. My collection started with items from my … [Read more...]
Happy New Year 2018
We would like to wish all of our readers our very best wishes for a wonderful 2018! We hope that the new year is brimming with possibilities and opportunities for you. More importantly, we hope you have good health, abundant happiness, and lots of … [Read more...]
