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The Richmond Sew-Along: the Upper Collar

The Richmond Sew-Along: the Upper Collar

in Sew-along, Sewing tutorials on 03/14/20

Now those tricksy pockets are out of the way we can make some big strides forward to having something that looks like a jacket on our hands. Start by sewing your two jacket backs together down the centre-back seam. Press it open. Then attach your jacket side panels to the jacket back, easing in ... View Post

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The Richmond Sew-Along: the Welt Pockets, part 2

The Richmond Sew-Along: the Welt Pockets, part 2

in Sew-along, Sewing tutorials on 03/12/20

After the fiddly business of inserting the welts and opening up our pocket, we're now going to insert and attach the pocket flap and then the pocket bags. First up, slip your pocket flap into place. It should fit pretty neatly, with the fabric side facing up and the lining side against the ... View Post

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The Richmond Sew-along: the Welt Pockets, part 1

The Richmond Sew-along: the Welt Pockets, part 1

in Sew-along, Sewing tutorials on 03/10/20

Hurray, we're finally sewing! Today we're going to sew the jacket front darts, attach the side panel and then insert the welts as the first stage of creating your gorgeous welt pockets. (Throughout this post I talk about sewing one pocket but obviously you'll want to repeat the process for both ... View Post

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The Richmond Sew-Along: Preparing your pattern pieces

The Richmond Sew-Along: Preparing your pattern pieces

in Sew-along, Sewing tutorials on 03/07/20

Now you've gathered together all your supplies, you're ready to tackle the pattern and cut into your gorgeous fabric. Well, almost. Checking pattern fit With any new-to-you pattern, it is advisable to make a muslin or toile to check the fit ahead of cutting your chosen fabric unless the design has ... View Post

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The Richmond Sew-Along: Gathering supplies

The Richmond Sew-Along: Gathering supplies

in Sew-along, Sewing tutorials on 03/05/20

We're feeling super inspired and raring to go with our blazers but first we've got to make sure we've all the bits and pieces we'll need, so today I'll talk you through the fabrics and notions required (and optional) for the Richmond Blazer. Fabric There are a wide range of fabrics you can use ... View Post

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What. A. Carnaby! @_lifesastitch has nailed the 60 What. A. Carnaby!
@_lifesastitch has nailed the 60s vibes with this amazing print! Helen transformed a kaftan to create this absolute corker of a dress, perfect for the warmer months we're gearing up for ๐Ÿ˜Ž

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This Bakerloo Dress is perfection ๐Ÿ’– @the_busy_ This Bakerloo Dress is perfection ๐Ÿ’–

@the_busy_seamstress has made a few Bakerloos and they're so beautiful! It can be all too tempting to go all-out with design details when planning our sewing projects but this dress shows that paring it back can create such an impact. Love love LOVE it!

Thank you, Faiyza, for inspiring us with your makes โœจ

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If you've ever felt Liberty satin silk you'll know If you've ever felt Liberty satin silk you'll know just how luxurious this Mayfair Dress is ๐Ÿ’–

@sweavermakes modified the pattern for woven fabric to create an absolute knock-out wedding guest outfit! Are you sewing up any outfits for summer events? Let us know your sewing plans! ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ‘‡

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@ae.monaghan has floored us with this Bakerloo min @ae.monaghan has floored us with this Bakerloo mini dress hack! We love how Ashley made a simple tweak to the design and gave it so much oomph with how she styled it!
A white shirt is such a classic, styling options aplenty here ๐Ÿ˜

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Some printed blouse inspiration here for you ๐Ÿ’– Some printed blouse inspiration here for you ๐Ÿ’–
The perfect addition to any summery outfit, here we have some absolute stunners! We love this Bloomsbury Blouse by @limbu.in.latvia paired with jeans, perfect for everyday wear.
@theoccasionalstitcher has sewn the Park Lane Blouse with this incredible printed cotton, and @sewjo.baker answers the "what's better than a Liberty print" conundrum...three Liberty prints! ๐ŸŒบ๐Ÿ’๐ŸŒธ

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Do you have a #tnt sewing pattern? It's fair to sa Do you have a #tnt sewing pattern? It's fair to say @akita_sews has found hers in the shape of the Mayfair Dress ๐Ÿ’– We've lost count, 6...7 Mayfairs? 
It's such a great feeling when you nail the fit of a sewing pattern, and you know that it's a design you can revisit, remake and wear again and again! This got us thinking, if you could only make one pattern ever again, which would you go for?

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