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Sewing and textiles with Ann

Marcy Tilton coloured blocked dress

I obviously like March Tilton’s designs, and as soon as I saw this Vogue pattern, I knew that I needed one. In general it is quite an easy dress to … Continue reading

March 3, 2015 · Leave a comment

White jersey t-shirt and cardi

I was in danger of not blogging anything in February, but after not sewing for about 6 weeks, I have my newly serviced machine back, and have just finished a … Continue reading

February 25, 2015 · Leave a comment

Ultimate Trousers

This entry is dedicated to Caroline @allspiceabounds, and all others who toil to make trousers. Here’s her web link My post is going to be so remarkably similar that I wonder … Continue reading

January 16, 2015 · 4 Comments

Marcy Tilton knit tunic

I don’t need this. I don’t know when I am going to wear it, but I liked the look of the pattern and found some suitable fabric, so here it … Continue reading

January 12, 2015 · 2 Comments

Denim skirt

In all of my many years I don’t think that I have ever owned a denim skirt, never mind made one myself. Well I do now, and not being one … Continue reading

January 7, 2015 · Leave a comment

Katherine Tilton Jacket

I am trying to decide where to rank this project in the all time history of difficult things to sew. It’s not at the top. The silk scarves were harder … Continue reading

December 30, 2014 · Leave a comment

Second Mimi blouse

I dreamed up this version back in September when I visited Goldhawk Road. At £1 per metre, there seemed to be endless possibilities with polycotton! In principal, this will go … Continue reading

December 29, 2014 · Leave a comment

Merchant and Mills shirt dress

I’ve had my eye on this pattern for a while, and finally got round to ordering it just before Christmas. It has the potential to be very versatile, whilst being … Continue reading

December 29, 2014 · Leave a comment

Peacock feathers – Another dress for Australia

I’m not sure about this one, which is unusual, as I am usually happy with my ‘makes’. The back is solidly peacock feather fabric, with a button and loop closure … Continue reading

December 22, 2014 · Leave a comment

The Jodphur Collection – outfit for the Australian Open!

    I’m going to wear this to the Australian Open tennis, I have decided. Obviously it’s a really international outfit, made from fabric purchased in Jodphur, made in the UK, … Continue reading

December 22, 2014 · Leave a comment