The new Beginners’ workshops build up skills gradually, and today – the 2nd session – focussed on cutting, stitching, trimming and pressing curves! Altering the width…
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…started last Wednesday. The first project was a pincushion – challenging because of the accuracy needed to match the 8 small squares of fabric! It’s a…
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What a creative and productive weekend! Two ladies booked in for a weekend of sewing, and left with two gorgeous bags and, I believe, some good…
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The final three tunics were finished yesterday… Again, some very skilful sewing and cutting meant the results are excellent. It’s hard to believe that just 14…
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The first four tunics in one of my beginners’ groups were finished on Tuesday! Despite some advanced skills – in particular set in sleeves and a faced…
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So, here’s the last of the three Log Cabin throws which were finished on Friday. This one was made by Karen. I love the fabrics because…
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Here’s the second Log Cabin thrown, completed yesterday….. Adding the backing requires a lot of pins – and even more patience! This one was made by…
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So, finally… Today we put together the Log Cabin throws, originally started a few months ago! They were worth the wait – three BEAUTIFUL throws produced,…
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This is such a challenging project in many ways, but today’s “batch” are, again, fantastic… It’s quite hard sewing with silky materials, and handling wadding on…
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So, this afternoon’s workshop was more eye masks and quilted storage pouches…. Gorgeous fabrics again… Duchess satin and shot taffeta, beautiful glass buttons and jacquard ribbons…..…