Happy Hexies is a beautiful new sewing book brought to you by Zakka Workshop. It features 12 hexie-inspired zakka projects that are quick to make and fun to sew. The team at Zakka Workshop very kindly sent me a copy of the book to play with. Even the cover is happy and fun, right? I […]
Weekend Quilting Book Showcase
For those of you joining in for my stop on the Weekend Quilting Book Showcase, welcome to Molly and Mama! I’m so pleased to have you here. When Jemima from Tied With A Ribbon invited me to join in on her blog tour, I was thrilled. The title on the cover of her book Weekend Quilting says, ‘Quilt and […]
Made for Baby Blog Tour
When Ayda Algins’ debut book Made For Baby: Cute Sewn Gifts was delivered by courier, I couldn’t wait to tear off the packaging and take a peek inside. I have long admired Ayda’s work so I knew it would be special. But I wasn’t expecting something so delightful, so inspiring and so truly beautiful! This entire […]
Hearts of Friendship Mini Quilt
Instagram has become one of my favourite places to share my makes and meet new crafty friends. And I’ve realised that as a consequence, I’ve been neglecting the blog. I’m sorry! But instagram is also where I met the lovely Elise from Elise and Emelie. She’s a talented maker, and she recently designed a beautiful […]
Just Sew Happy Mini Quilt from Tied with a Ribbon
Jemima from Tied with a Ribbon recently asked me to sew one of her new patterns, the Just Sew Happy mini quilt. Being the appliqué lover that I am, I couldn’t say no! And I just love how it turned out. Choosing fabrics that would work nicely with each other was the most difficult part of […]
The Love is in the Stars block from Fabric Direct
Recently, the lovely Eve from Fabric Direct asked me if I’d be interested in sewing up her latest pattern, the ‘Love is in the Stars’ Block. As soon as I saw that it was made with English paper pieced Liberty, I immediately said yes! Eve’s blog post shows you her versions of this lovely design […]
Introducing Pastel Pop; One Thimble Issue 13
My lovely friend Jen has just released her latest issue of One Thimble digital sewing magazine*. Themed ‘Pastel Pop’, this fantastic publication is packed with so many fantastic articles and a whole bunch of terrific PDF sewing patterns too. Here’s a PREVIEW if you’re after a sneak peek into Issue 13. *This post contains affiliate links. If you […]
The ‘Quilt Petite’ Blog Hop: Dresden Cushion
Welcome to my stop on the ‘Quilt Petite’ Blog Hop. This beautiful book is the first release by Sedef Imer of Down Grapevine Lane. It’s filled with stunning images, inspiring ideas, and a beautiful range of projects that showcase a wide range of techniques. When Sedef asked me to join her book tour, I was beyond thrilled. I […]
The Carnival Jacket Pattern Review for One Thimble
So, you know I’m a huge fan of One Thimble, right? I just LOVE that sewing magazine! So I jumped at the chance to join in on a Blog Tour for Issue 9. There are just so many gorgeous patterns in the current issue, it was hard choosing just one to make. So I left it […]
A pattern review for Radiant Home Studio – The Mini Highland House Cushion
The lovely Sara from Radiant Home Studio is celebrating her blog’s second birthday with a bit of a tour. And I jumped at the chance to sew up one of her patterns for the tour because it’s just so darn cute! So today, I’ll be showing you my version of her ‘Mini Highland House’ cushion. […]