We are pleased to announce Andrew Cameron also known as ANDYCAMcosplay is coming on board as a Singer Blogger!ANDYCAMcosplay has been making his own costumes for just over 10 years now and with a catalogue of over 150 outfits to date, there have been a lot of tips and tricks he’s learnt along the way! He still remembers borrowing mum’s old sewing machine and being given the super basic sewing instructions:“Thread goe
29th Nov 2018
Create your own tote bag ready for any occasion.Shopping List:Sewing Machine and overlockerWoven fabric-cotton 1.3m (Main Fabric)5 x Contrastic fabric, 20cm eachCoordinating threadIronFusible Webbing 20cmScissorsEmbroidery machine (optional)12mm Bias Binding 3m (same colour as main fabric)PreparationPattern drafting can be as easy as 1, 2, 3! You don't need to shy away from it. Here is a quick and easy way to learn h
2nd Nov 2018
It has taken me ages to finally get photos of my newest dress. The weather and life has conspired against me but finally, here it is, if slightly blurry and windblown!This is another Papercut La Sylphide which you may recognise from My Lady in Red post.The fabric might look familiar too, it has been very popular in the blogosphere/Instagram sewing circles. This is of course Cotton and Steel's Rifle Paper CoLes Fleurs
30th Oct 2018
Grief never ends. But it changes. It’s a passage, not a place to stay. Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a lack of faith. It is a price of love.- Author Unknown This time of year is super hard for me. The countdown to the day when my mum should be celebrating her birthday and then the day of her passing. She was the most beautiful, caring, amazingly talented woman I have ever met and cancer took her away, way too
28th Sep 2018
For those longer flights when you want to take a snooze, this eye mask will allow your dreams to take flight!The top side of the eye mask features false eyelashes, stitched on by machine, for a little bit of fun. The back side of the eye mask is made from satin, so it is smooth against your skin. Two elastic bands, instead of just one, help keep the mask in place while you sleep. You’ll look like a sleeping beauty, f
26th Sep 2018
Create your own circle skirt ready for any occasion.Shopping List:
Sewing Machine and overlockerWoven fabric-cotton (see below to determine meterage)Tape measureTailors chalkZipper foot, Invisible zipper foot if inserting invisible zipperCoordinating threadFabric PencilRulerZipper- any kind, we used an invisible zipper 18cm (standard bottom clothing size)Iron on interfacing(1m)ScissorsCalculating Fabric
To determin
5th Sep 2018
The Invisible Zipper Foot can be used for inserting an invisible zipper into a seam, creating a hidden seam.On most sewing machine models, the Invisible Zipper Foot can be attached to the presser foot holder. Depending on the machine you may have a shank attached to the foot or a detachable one. For more information on the correct Invisible Zipper Foot for your machine model, refer to your sewing machine manual.Place
4th Sep 2018
Immortalise your favourite clothes by re-purposing them into teddy clothes. Your cherished memories will never be forgotten.Shopping List: Sewing Machine or over lockerOld T-shirt or pants to cut upExisting clothes that fit your teddy for drafting a patternMachine accessories including matching threadPattern drafting paper, pen and paper scissorsPreparation: Pattern drafting is a term that often ‘scares’ dress makers
3rd Aug 2018
This mermaid blanket is the perfect project to stay warm this winter. This project was sewn using a Featherweight C240 and overlocked with a 14HD854 Overlocker.Shopping List:
Sewing MachineOverlocker (optional)2m of stretch fabric. We used polar fleece for warmth and comfort. (This length may vary slightly with your measurements – see drafting pattern)Matching thread and sewing notionsPattern drafting paper, pen and
6th Jul 2018
I’ve had so many people ask me how I made my stunning faux wrap dressSo I thought I’d try and explain how I adapted the Wrap Skirt pattern by Ellie and Mac (https://www.ellieandmac.com) to become a dress. Hopefully you will understand my instructions.When I ordered this stunning fabric a Double Brushed Poly from Lush Fabrics Australia (https://lushfabrics.com.au/ ) I had planned on making a wrap skirt but when it arr
5th Jun 2018
This is the face I made when my husband asked if I was really going to wear my new dress to work: Of course!My latest creation is a mashup of two fabulous Indie pattern designer dress patterns: Sew Over It's Betty Dress and Jennifer Lauren Handmade's Laneway Dress that I was lucky enough to pattern test near the end of last year.I was very happy with my pattern tester version of the Laneway. The bodice fit
17th Apr 2018
Decorate your home with a fun applique before the Easter bunny arrives.Requirements List:
Rabbit template½ meter Easter themed cottonFat quarter White cotton30cm ZipperWhite Pom-pomCo-ordinating threadsFusible Web30cm of 5mm ribbonFabric glue41cm x 41cm CushionTear awaySewing MachineScissorsApplique
Using the fusible web, trace the Rabbit template onto the paper side of the fusible web. Roughly cut out shape.Iron f
24th Mar 2018