big ‘uns are better

Some time ago, I made a few things with buttons. I made teeny-weeny little buttons, and medium-sized buttons. But I never made any big buttons. Until now. Big buttons are great. They’re less fiddly to make – and you can … Continue reading

mog factory

I’ve been beavering away making moggies for what seems like ages now. I have a batch ready to go to a shop, and a new batch ready to stuff. I am still really enjoying making them. Although, as with most … Continue reading

dolly lovely

When I buy vintage fabric, I don’t expect to always get what I expect to get. If you see what I mean. Usually this is not a Good Thing. Usually it is because the fabric is more faded, or has a stain … Continue reading

in the pink

You may remember that some time ago I took part in a vintage sheet swap, organised by Mary Emmens. I got some lovely fabrics in my swap. The one slight drawback was the abundance of pinks… Now don’t get me wrong, pink … Continue reading

under the influence

I have a bit of a creative problem. It goes like this…. I love making mini mogs, and people seem to like buying them, but I don’t want to be a one-trick pony. I have been trying to design something new recently. … Continue reading

mad about margot

When I heard the name Margot, my first thought was of The Good Life. I used to love that programme. Barbara Good is the reason I always call dresses “frocks”. I wanted to be just like her. But I also used to … Continue reading