Sweater Sizing Conundrum - Vicky Sweater from Seamwork
I've heard a lot about Seamwork, but this is my first foray into their brand. Really liked the Vicky Sweater as soon as I saw it and knew...
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Welcome to Di's Sew-It Blog
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di0765
- Jan 5
- 1 min
Sew-It.BIZ is back!
I'm so pleased to say this site has now returned to it's sew-it.BIZ domain after 3 months with a temporary name. Lesson...
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di0765
- Dec 29, 2022
- 5 min
York Pinafore - A quick and versatile make from Helen's Closet.
I don't listen to many podcasts, but one of my favourites is Love to Sew, hosted by Helen and Caroline. Helen is the owner of Helen's...
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di0765
- Dec 3, 2022
- 2 min
Janome Buttonhole StabiliserPlate
I see so many people avoiding buttonholes when making clothes! The practise one goes well, yet it's a disaster on the garment! I'm sure...
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di0765
- Nov 25, 2022
- 4 min
Sew House Seven Hoodie pattern- Simplicity 8790 in Lush Alpine Fleece
I was inspired to buy Simplicity 8790 after seeing someone else's version on Instagram. The pattern had pssed me by as the cover...
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di0765
- Nov 20, 2022
- 1 min
Free PDF for a Cosy Thumb Hole Cuff
https://www.sew-it.uk/thumbhole-cuff With winter fast approaching I've been making a super cosy hoodie....more about that another time as...
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di0765
- Oct 8, 2022
- 4 min
IMPORTANT UPDATE........................
My website address has changed very slightly.....it's now www.sew-it.uk.... whereas it used to be .biz I'm hoping this is a temporary...
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di0765
- Aug 24, 2022
- 1 min
Comfortable Waists Without Bulky Gathers
My waistline can fluctuate so I've been experimenting using elastic to add comfort without adding bulky casings. I really don't like...
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di0765
- Aug 16, 2022
- 1 min
New Dressmaking Class in Derbyshire
I'm excited to be able to offer a new dressmaking class in Alfreton, Derbyshire. Maisy Moo Fabrics is in the centre of town right next to...
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di0765
- Jul 26, 2022
- 1 min
New Tutorials.......
I've been adding new tutorials...................I just have to remember what they are! Today it's all been about how to make a multi...
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di0765
- Jul 1, 2022
- 1 min
Classic French Jacket
Ever wanted to make a classic French jacket inspired by Chanel using traditional techniques? It was one of my ambitions when I finished...
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di0765
- Jun 25, 2022
- 2 min
Lovely Lady McElroy
I'm lucky to live just a few minutes away from the home of Lady McElroy The range has such beautiful designs and I've often wondered what...
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di0765
- Jun 9, 2022
- 1 min
Unpicking Overlocking!
Attacking overlocking with your seam ripper can be one of the most frustratng tasks when sewing....until that lightbulb moment when you...
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di0765
- May 20, 2022
- 6 min
Hobbycraft Made to Measure Patterns
I'm not sure if I'm late to the party, but I've only just discovered Hobbycraft is selling dressmaking patterns made to your personal...
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di0765
- May 11, 2022
- 3 min
Sewing at Thirkelow - bliss in the Derbyshire Peak District.
Sewing retreats take many forms so it's always worth researching what your experience might be like. Some are residential and others...
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di0765
- Apr 21, 2022
- 6 min
The Bruyere Shirt by Deer & Doe
Fabric The pattern suggests batiste, cotton satin(sateen), chambray, linen. Remember these are only suggestions and will give quite a...
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di0765
- Apr 15, 2022
- 5 min
The Mirri Jumpsuit - Papercut Patterns
I'm going to share a few thoughts and tips about making this lovely jumpsuit. Firstly I'm going to talk fabrics and explain why I've used...
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dikendall40
- Feb 21, 2022
- 1 min
Lovely In-Seam Pockets
There are many ways to sew or add in-seam pockets. I've just added a turtorial for my favourite method. I find it stops gaping and...
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dikendall40
- Feb 15, 2022
- 1 min
Sew Your Own Activewear - techniques that work for almost any stretchy fabrics
You can make almost anything without an overlocker, I make all my activewear, including swimwear, with an overlocker, zig zag and...
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dikendall40
- Jan 27, 2022
- 3 min
Not All Zip Feet Are Equal
Should you be able to see a zip? In my opinion ithey should be hidden unless its a feature that adds to the design. What style of zip...
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