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About seven years ago I bought a bag stuffed full of embroidery odds and ends at a charity market for R30 (around £1.30). Among the jumble of threads, transfer paper (complete with old, unfinished designs), bobbins and fabric was this little Women’s Week… https://t.co/gncrNE91N3

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From our opposite ends of the globe, my mum and I have been doing a little personal ‘stitch a day’ project. It’s been a nice way count the days, pass the time, and commit to thread the small things that bring a bit of levity to lockdown.

We have the bri… https://t.co/e6NfQnplvr

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Messy sketch for a pattern I am trying out with the fabric I posted the other day. I still have loads of this crinkly scrap paper that I saved from when we moved. It’s so freeing to just draw and have fun with an idea. I’m a big over thinker, so it’s nic… https://t.co/8aaJQuNPKI

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I almost always buy fabric because I like the print, and think up something to do with it later. So digging something out of my bag of fabric is like a little gift from past me!

I haven’t done much sewing in the past while, but these lovely ferns and th… https://t.co/WhBEgdkTNx

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I was delighted to work with the lovely Karla from @kosemodas over the last few months, to translate Afternoon patterns from English to Spanish! It is a simple and magical pleasure to see one’s own designs in another language. All translated patterns are… https://t.co/9INxEhJ97Q

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Very simple tutorial for reusable facial rounds up on the blog. These little makeup wipes are so quick to whip up, and a lovely way to use up some fabric scraps!

I haven’t made anything in a while (there’s only so much space in one person’s wardrobe!) s… https://t.co/FYJpxQ1QHO

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Enviable matching lounge wear set made by the lovely @sew_yes! I love the Lyra top paired with the @closetcase.patterns Pietra shorts. Easy breezy and totally brightened my day! 🌸

#afternoonpatterns #lyratop #sewinglyra #closetcasepatterns #pietrash… https://t.co/ibp1KOgGyZ

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Last post for 2019 sent! All physical orders placed from today will be posted in the new year. You can catch the details on the website.

Big thanks to all of you for your support this year. I am taking a break from the Insta machine, but you can always … https://t.co/9qqGsRI3II

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So excited to snip into this lovely pattern by @todayspattern! It’s all in Japanese but I think the lovely illustrations will get me through nicely. I picked this up at Tomato in Nippori while on holiday in Japan earlier this year. It’s easy to go a litt… https://t.co/HllYcHaieX

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Weyhey! Gathered waist Heron culottes are a great success! I made them up in a slight stretch corduroy – super velvety goodness, it feels like wearing a blanket all day.

The mods I made were really easy. Instead of cutting a waistband, I extended the to… https://t.co/5w0EDEUAxR

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I’ve done a big ol’ postage rate update in the shop. Shipping is tough for small businesses as modern online retailers have created a free shipping expectation that is often very unrealistic for small businesses to replicate. That said, I am now offering… https://t.co/6feotV8CZf

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Next on the cutting table... and now to decide what to make! I very seldom plan a project and go out to buy fabric specifically. For me, a great print or texture is usually the jumping off point, which perhaps explains why I favour simple style lines whe… https://t.co/HwUYsXanBA

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Isn’t she gorgeous?! 😍 This is my wonderful friend @clare.comins in her handmade Sparrow wrap. Working with georgette can be a beast, but I think she wrangled this fabric like a pro! Totally worth it for a floaty summer dress. Thanks for sharing Clar… https://t.co/9Z2DVM3lwL

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Up to my old tricks again and cutting out this pair of Heron culottes on the living room floor. After seeing a few elasticated waist Fern shorts pop up on my feed (genius!), I am compelled to give it a go for a winter-friendly pair of trousers.

The fabr… https://t.co/CR5H8XNorJ

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😍 Ever-so stylish and editorial full length Heron culottes made by @ezhink! Thanks for sharing such a lovely picture, Eliza. This pattern is also back in stock online in print, along with some other favourites.

#afternoonpatterns #heronculottes #sew… https://t.co/JlXgMiP5m7

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Delightful elasticated Fern shorts made by @sew_a_little_anne_mae! 🌾 These are sewn up in soft linen viscose and I can imagine they would be a super comfy summer go-to!

I know not all of us are lucky enough to be contemplating summer imminently, but… https://t.co/JEJJP1EQ1R

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A few weeks back, I took myself on a little rainy day outing to the National Museum and I was totally charmed by the glorious detail in this panel ‘The Red Crosse Knight riding with Princess Una’ by Phoebe Anna Traquair. She’s a new favourite of mine. An… https://t.co/xOqAgfiMmv

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Nature is the best pattern maker. Wouldn’t these be the sweetest little puff sleeves? Inspiration at its finest.

#afternoonpatterns #sewinginspo #naturedoesitbest #patternmaking #slowsewing https://t.co/QyweLXMzLx

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The fabulous @victorialucilleanne rocking her corduroy Heron culottes! Some more major inspo for my corduroy pair in the pipeline 🧐 Paired with a @namedclothing #solinatop in embroidered poplin by #lamazifabrics, and a great hat, I think she looks ju… https://t.co/oUgvzMKSvH

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Fresh batch of ‘Pedal to the Metal’ pins coming soon! I’m also working on a few new designs to add to the collection ☺️ In the meantime, you can still get your paws on these at @fabricatecapetown in the Gardens Centre and @create.sewing_shop in Observato… https://t.co/Ql2xqnH8Pf