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Tag: fabric

Moda Matchbox Mini quilt hanging on a washing line

Moda Matchbox Quilt No. 3

Posted on March 29, 2019 by jenny

Last year I boldly stated that I wasn’t going to buy any new craft supplies until I had used up my overflowing stash. I’m afraid I broke my promise. Not only did I fail to plough through my stash and make everything, I also bought some new items. I’m beginning to think that I should…

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A patchwork letter J for my quilt gallery wall

Posted on February 4, 2016May 27, 2024 by jenny

Today I wanted to share the latest subscription box I have tried. I love to sew so I thought I would try a subscription box from My Fabric House.  I bought myself the Explore Package for £10 and a little parcel arrived containing 4 pieces of fabric, some bobble trim, ribbon, appliques and buttons. I…

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Monday happy things

Posted on June 8, 2015February 6, 2016 by jenny

I’m not sure why Monday always surprises me but it does. I had the laziest weekend possible as I really needed to recharge my batteries and now I’m ready to share my Monday Happy Things. Yesterday I finished piecing all the hexagons for my union flag quilt. My 3 year old really wants me to…

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Shipping forecast quilt

Posted on May 20, 2015November 15, 2018 by jenny

I like to have a few sewing projects on the go. Top of my list is just about any of the projects from Hearty Good Wishes, a beautiful craft book of coastal quilts from Janet Clare. Pre-children I always went to sleep after I had heard the shipping forecast on Radio 4. Now my bed…

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Giveaway Day – win 2 Fat Quarters of London Bridge fabric

Posted on May 6, 2015December 8, 2019 by jenny

I’m excited to be joining in with Sew Mama Sew Giveaway Day today. If you’re a regular reader but haven’t heard of Giveaway Day, pop on over here to read more and of course enter to win fun stuff! Sewing is my favourite hobby and I enjoy sharing my progress on my blog as well…

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liberty heart-shaped patch

First steps in customising clothing

Posted on February 8, 2015August 4, 2020 by jenny

I mentioned the other day how I really want to try some dress making. I have started with some simple steps in customising clothing – baby steps first! What would an English Paper Piecing obsessed mother make for her daughter? Yes, EPP hearts for Valentine’s Day. Simple Liberty heart-shaped patch I found a super sweet…

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Liberty scrap baubles

Stash buster Liberty scrap baubles

Posted on December 18, 2014November 29, 2019 by jenny

I love crafting with styrofoam baubles. We’ve made a styrofoam snowman, styrfoam pumpkin, and even a styrofoam spider. I have lots of them so am always trying to think of different uses for them. Today I’m sharing my tutorial for stash buster Liberty scrap baubles. This is the perfect activity if you have any left…

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Wild Olive’s Spring Stitching Club

Posted on June 22, 2014July 22, 2015 by jenny

I like nothing more than having a couple of sewing projects on the go. I’ve been working on Wild Olive’s Spring Stitching Club for a while and thought I’d write about my progress to spur me on to finish it. The Stitching Club in a Seasonal sewing club where you receive a weekly email with…

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Cushion with a pocket

Posted on July 29, 2013August 30, 2013 by jenny

Following on from my success at the cushion-making course I attended a couple of months ago, I’ve made another one! I’m finally getting to grips with my Janome so felt ready to tackle some home furnishings fabric. As the last cushion was made for my daughter I decided to make something for my son. He…

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