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  • April 22, 2016

    More ways with zips

    Tilly and the Buttons has some amazing patterns and I love them. I couldn't wait to try out Françoise. I also saw it as an opportunity to talk more about zips, in particular exposed zips.          ...

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  • April 14, 2016

    We're off to the seaside !

    This weekend we're excited to be attending the Quilters Guild AGM and conference at the Venue Cymru theatre and conference centre in Llandudno. The event over the weekend of  15th - 18th April is for Quilters Guild members and features...

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  • March 31, 2016

    zippers, patchwork cushions

    This is how to make some really easy patchwork cushion covers with zip backs.         The days seem much brighter  and I thought that my room needed a lift. I had some Tilda fabric scraps left over...

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  • March 24, 2016

    Using Non sew press studs

    Are you one of many who would like to sew a particular garment but are put off by having to sew buttonholes? Fear not, there is an alternative, non- sew poppers!           This skirt is button...

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  • March 11, 2016

    How to alter a pattern to suit you

    You know the problem, you see a pattern you like but it is too long or too short, well it is easy to alter it to suit you. This is how I made a really cute skirt for my summer...

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  • My brand new overlocker!
    March 11, 2016

    My brand new overlocker!

    I am so excited! We visited Jaycotts.co.uk on Friday and I came away with a brand new overlocker. I am thoroughly delighted with it and wanted to share my first look at it with you.     It's a Brother...

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