Hi Reader, ‘No mum’. That was my eldest daughter’s response to the suggestion I make her prom dress. Oof. That was crushing. The thing is, while my kids were growing up, I hadn’t really sewn much apart from rushed World Book Day costumes from random bits lying around. She had absolutely no idea that before she was born, I used to make competition ballroom dance dresses and bridal gowns. She probably imagined I was about to whip something up from musty old curtains or worn out sheets from the...

Hi Reader, When you buy a place on one of my Summer Sewing Experience Days you will:- 🪡Discover the secrets of using a sewing machine with ease, so you can start sewing your dream projects without getting tangled or frustrated! 🧵Master the art of threading, stitching and adjusting your machine's dials, buttons, and knobs, so you can achieve perfect results every time - no thread nests, wonky seams or uneven stitches! 👕Create a practical and beautiful summer project under my expert guidance,...

Hi Reader, I was recently approached by Winslet Patterns to become an affiliate for them. I only ever share products, tools, and patterns that I have actually used myself and would genuinely be happy to recommend. So before saying yes, I had a proper look through the collection, asked one of my daughters to choose a style she’d actually wear, and sewed it up. She chose a pair of high waisted wide leg trousers in a green linen mix from my stash. I was really pleased with how they came...