all my own work by ann

Sewing and textiles with Ann

A year at Warwickshire Stitchers

You will have noticed that i do not do much dress making these days, which is a pity because i love doing it. I dont need any more clothes, but … Continue reading

October 2, 2024 · Leave a comment

One sheep

I came across Angela at the Compton Verney Textile Fair in November. Seeing her beautifully soft, pure sheep’s wool rugs, my immediate question was, “Can i make one of them?” … Continue reading

January 22, 2024 · 1 Comment

Batik Course in Bali

I was excited at the prospects of learning more about Indonesia’s fascination with fabric, and in particular, batik, very much its national treasure, but I don’t think I imagined I’d … Continue reading

November 13, 2016 · Leave a comment

A slight change in direction

I haven’t had my sewing machine out for 3 months now. Not since I started back at work again. I work and sew in the same space, but that has … Continue reading

November 6, 2016 · Leave a comment