What is it about vintage embroideries that make them so appealing? Is it the bright colours, the exuberant, usually floral, designs? Well, yes. It is. They just make my heart sing. I know the amount of work involved in them. I’ve … Continue reading
Tag Archives: sewing
bad hair day
We all have them, don’t we. Bad hair days. Well, it turns out that dolls are no exception. I know the saying goes “a bad workman blames his tools” but it would, I think, have helped if I’d had the … Continue reading
pyjama party
I’ve been struggling to get going since I got home. What with the cold, tiredness, a sore throat and a lack of motivation, I’ve spent rather too much time sitting in the kitchen drinking tea and browsing Pinterest. So I decided I … Continue reading
mogs – and dog
Yesterday morning was filled with the lovely prospect of settling down to sewing a new batch of mini mogs. Lad was at school, partner at work, and I didn’t have to go anywhere all day. There was, however, just one thing other than sewing … Continue reading
prints charming
Anyone would think that I’m obsessed by prints. I’m not, honest – I just seem to keep spotting nice ones. Like these, from Methane Studios. Obviously, these two in particular caught my eye. There are lots more prints in their … Continue reading
mini mogs en masse
Sometimes, I don’t get enough time to sew. But this week, with lad back at school and his days somewhat longer now, I’ve been rattling on with things. I’ve been trying to get enough mini moggies made to put some in … Continue reading