Sew Reporter - 13th September - this week's news and an exciting update!

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Sew Reporter Weekly September week 1 | Edition 26

What's been happening this week in the world of sewing? I know how busy I get trying to fit everything in each week and I use my time at the weekend to catch up on what's been happening all-things-sewing-wise. This got me thinking that a quick summary of what's going on would be really useful to read with your brunch over the weekend. Save all that searching and scrolling through blog posts, cherry pick what you want to read in the time you have!

* EXCITING NEWS: The Fold Line is looking for testers for their new Sewing Community website. Email hello@thefoldline.com for the link!*

What have the bloggers been posting?

Tilly at Tilly and the Buttons posts Your Makes. The Coletterie posts Seamwork issue 10 and September sewing inspiration. Karen at Did You Make That? posts Made Up Quotes - Nicole Mary Kelby and is organising a Made Up meet up next weekend. Fiona at Diary of a Chainstitcher posts the pattern release update for August.

What Katie Sews plans her eco autumn capsule wardrobe. Marie at A Stitching Odyssey posts #VintagePledge September schedule, discount and giveaway. Rachel at House of Pinheiro makes a Seamwork Adelaide dress and Lucent Visor. Heather at Closet Case Files posts Sewing Indie Month Ginger jeans hack with Blueprints for sewing and Sewing Indie Month pattern bundle #2. Charlotte from English Girl at Home posts her TOFT profile feature in Seamworks and Natural dyed wardrobe: Biden.

Lladybird makes a Papercut patterns sway dress and knits basic ribbed socks. Scruffy Badger makes a summer river scene skirt and has her own clothes labels printed. Jennifer Lauren Vintage posts Sewing Indie Month and How to insert a lapped zip. Randomly Happy makes a Beatrix top from Made by Rae.

Zoe at 'So, Zo ...' posts about new classes at MiY workshop, Brighton. Jen at Grainline Studios posts an Alder for all seasons, Kendra's silk Archer and alternative Cascade yardages. Sewaholic posts Fall sewing project #1: Tasia's Gabby Jacket plus Rae and Crescent skirts have 20% off. Dixie DIY posts Sewing Indie Month interview with Soma patterns and makes a sparkly box pleated skirt.

Shops and businesses


At The Sewing Directory, Julie and Fiona post a tutorial on stitching a single fold hem. Also find a local business to give your sewing machine a service plus offers from Janome and a giveaway with Dragonfly fabrics.

Annie at The Village Haberdashery posts inspiration from the #loominous fabric collection on Instagram, #tvhaul giveaway winners, project inspiration for t-shirt yarn, star block of the month and now stocks Loominous by Anna Maria Horner.

Lauren at Guthrie and Ghani posts upcoming events and a new Christmas blog series plus Seamwork makes - Adelaide dress and Astoria sweater.

Josie at Fabric godmother now stocks lots of new lovely striped jerseys, woven viscose prints and the new Named Clothing pattern collection AW15.

At Sew Over It, there is 20% off Intro to Dressmaking and Sewing Indie Month - an interview with Muse patterns.



Patterns

New Named Clothing pattern collection AW15.

Events



British Sewing Awards 2015

Made Up meet up, Kings Cross, 12th September.

Bloglovin' Awards 2015, results 13th September.

The Handmade fair, Hampton Court Palace, 18-20th September.

Thread...a festival of textiles, Farnham, Surrey. 25-26th September.

SewBrum meet-up in Birmingham - Saturday 31st October 2015.

Shoes: Pleasure and Pain at the V&A Museum, London 13th June - 31st January.

Liberty in Fashion at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 9th October - 28th February.

Fiona at Diary of a Chainstitcher has a new great round up of the latest pattern releases in August.

Tag events or blogs that you've discovered this week with #sewreporter

Twitter @brodrickstudio
facebook.com/theBrodrickDesignStudio
Instagram @thebrodrickdesignstudio
Pinterest.com/brodrickstudio

Let me know if there is anything else you would like to see featured ... have a lovely weekend x

Sew Reporter Weekly August week 4 | Edition 25

What's been happening this week in the world of sewing? I know how busy I get trying to fit everything in each week and I use my time at the weekend to catch up on what's been happening all-things-sewing-wise. This got me thinking that a quick summary of what's going on would be really useful to read with your brunch over the weekend. Save all that searching and scrolling through blog posts, cherry pick what you want to read in the time you have!


What have the bloggers been posting?

Tilly at Tilly and the Buttons posts making time to sew. The Coletterie posts what we made vol. 2. Handmade Jane posts progress on the made up vintage blouse. Karen at Did You Make That? posts Made Up prizes and tote bag winners. Fiona at Diary of a Chainstitcher makes a purple bamboo Agnes top and denim M6696 skirt plus plaid double gauze Zeena dress.

What Katie Sews makes a pair of Thread Theory Jedediah shorts. Marie at A Stitching Odyssey posts #VintagePledge stash interview: Em Originals. Rachel at House of Pinheiro makes a Bruyere Shirt from Deer & Doe, reviews the new Merchant & Mills workbook plus makes a Geneva knit top. Heather at Closet Case Files posts this week in sewing blogs vol. 58 and fabric files / transitions. Charlotte from English Girl at Home posts AGWSD trade fair.

Lladybird posts bra-making tips and makes a linen Hawthorn dress. Scruffy Badger makes a Biscayne blouse. Jennifer Lauren Vintage posts Stitching up Felicity: attaching the skirt to the bodice & which way to press the waist seams.

Zoe at 'So, Zo ...' makes a Jenna cardigan and Gertie Sews easy knit skirt. Jen at Grainline Studios posts Sew & Tell Janna of effortless attention, Kendra's fall'15 wardrobe inspiration and fall'15 wardrobe inspiration. Sewaholic posts '70s inspired fall colours, How to insert elastic into casings and Gabby Jacket progress. Dixie DIY posts Refashioners 2015. Make My Lemonade posts Happy Canadian Sunday.

Shops and businesses


At The Sewing Directory, Julie and Fiona post a tutorial on sewing a bound hem, the next in the beginners guide to patchwork and quilting: broken dishes, pinwheel and hour glass block tutorials and a seven part soft furnishing series.

Annie at The Village Haberdashery posts last summer shop window display and kona matching Natural Trail by Bethan Janine.

Guthrie and Ghani posts the last of your summer makes, announces new Autumn workshops and the sale continues.

Fabric godmother now stocks new denims.


Jobs

Production assistant, Portland - Colette


Books

Mood Guide to Fabric and Fashion by Mood Designer Fabrics, 1st September.

Events

#SewPhotoHop, @houseofpinheiro, throughout August.

British Sewing Awards 2015

Refashioners 2015 throughout August

WI centennial fair, Harrogate International Centre, 3 - 6th September.

Bloglovin' Awards 2015, results 13th September.

The Handmade fair, Hampton Court Palace, 18-20th September.

SewBrum meet-up in Birmingham - Saturday 31st October 2015.

Fashion on the Ration continues at the Imperial War Museum, 5th March - 31st August.

Riviera Style, Resort and Swimwear since 1900 at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Nautical Chic by Amber Jane Butchart at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Rayne Shoes for stars at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Shoes: Pleasure and Pain at the V&A Museum, London 13th June - 31st January.

Liberty in Fashion at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 9th October - 28th February.

Fiona at Diary of a Chainstitcher has a new great round up of the latest pattern releases in July.

Tag events or blogs that you've discovered this week with #sewreporter

Twitter @brodrickstudio
facebook.com/theBrodrickDesignStudio
Instagram @thebrodrickdesignstudio
Pinterest.com/brodrickstudio

Let me know if there is anything else you would like to see featured ... have a lovely weekend x

Sew Reporter Weekly August Week 3 | Edition 24

What's been happening this week in the world of sewing? I know how busy I get trying to fit everything in each week and I use my time at the weekend to catch up on what's been happening all-things-sewing-wise. This got me thinking that a quick summary of what's going on would be really useful to read with your brunch over the weekend. Save all that searching and scrolling through blog posts, cherry pick what you want to read in the time you have!


What have the bloggers been posting?

Tilly at Tilly and the Buttons posts tips for making a jersey Bettine dress. The Coletterie posts free pattern hack - Ginger skirt with shaped patch pockets and make it in your head before you make it with your hands. Handmade Jane posts How much of your handmade wardrobe do you actually wear? By Hand London are looking for pattern testers and post 5 easy skirts to make and refashion. Karen at Did You Make That? posts laundering silk organza, Made up quotes - Dorothy Parker, How does it feel to be an over achiever and Made Up quotes - Sarah Waters.

What Katie Sews makes a fourth Vogue 1395 dress. Marie at A Stitching Odyssey posts #FabricFriday. Rachel at House of Pinheiro posts Made Up Initiative - my pledge, wax cotton open back dress and Schnittchen Judith Jumpsuit. Heather at Closet Case Files posts What's Doing vol. 57, How to Sew Hong Kong and bias bound seams and the pattern that changed my life. Charlotte from English Girl at Home makes a flora and lace Lou Lou dress and meets up with sewists Nicki & Ute in London.

Lladybird makes Summer DVF wrap dress and Boylston Bras. Scruffy Badger posts Made Up Initiative - my pledge and makes an Anita top in silk from Sew Over It Vintage. Almond Rocks makes a V1102 dress hack. Jennifer Lauren Vintage posts Felicity dress - attaching all in one yoke pockets.

Zoe at 'So, Zo ...' posts three knit garment plus girl charley fabric giveaway and Anchors Away Bronte Top. Jen at Grainline Studios posts #FancyKelbourneStudioKAL wrap up. Sewaholic posts Marissa's Harwood and Nicola Dress, Tasia's Alder shirtdress: a change from my usual style and More on project planning: creating a quick visual plan. Ginger Makes makes a Pauline Alice Xerea dress with Marimekko fabric. Dixie DIY makes a Papercut Clover dress. Make My Lemonade posts Polka addict and HappyFriday #73.

Shops and businesses


At The Sewing Directory, Julie and Fiona post the sponsors of the website plus a scrappy phone case project.

Annie at The Village Haberdashery posts kona matching with Lucky by Lotta Jansdotter, a tutorial on making a webbing belt and September classes.

At Sew Over It Clapham shop reopens this weekend today after complete redecoration.

Guthrie and Ghani are having a sale.

Fabric godmother now stocks cozy jersey fabrics.

15% of dressmaking fabrics at Plush Addict plus win £100 voucher.


Jobs

Guthrie and Ghani, Birmingham - Customer Support and Stock Room Supervisor.

Tilly and the Buttons, London - Office Manager.

Patterns



Books

Cath Kidston's Sewing book by Cath Kidston, paperback, 25th August.

Mood Guide to Fabric and Fashion by Mood Designer Fabrics, 1st September.

Events

#SewPhotoHop, @houseofpinheiro, throughout August.

British Sewing Awards 2015

Refashioners 2015 throughout August

WI centennial fair, Harrogate International Centre, 3 - 6th September.

Bloglovin' Awards 2015, results 13th September.

The Handmade fair, Hampton Court Palace, 18-20th September.

SewBrum meet-up in Birmingham - Saturday 31st October 2015.

Fashion on the Ration continues at the Imperial War Museum, 5th March - 31st August.

Riviera Style, Resort and Swimwear since 1900 at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Nautical Chic by Amber Jane Butchart at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Rayne Shoes for stars at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Shoes: Pleasure and Pain at the V&A Museum, London 13th June - 31st January.

Liberty in Fashion at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 9th October - 28th February.

Fiona at Diary of a Chainstitcher has a new great round up of the latest pattern releases in July.

Tag events or blogs that you've discovered this week with #sewreporter

Twitter @brodrickstudio
facebook.com/theBrodrickDesignStudio
Instagram @thebrodrickdesignstudio
Pinterest.com/brodrickstudio

Let me know if there is anything else you would like to see featured ... have a lovely weekend x

Sew Reporter Weekly August Week 2 | Edition 23

What's been happening this week in the world of sewing? I know how busy I get trying to fit everything in each week and I use my time at the weekend to catch up on what's been happening all-things-sewing-wise. This got me thinking that a quick summary of what's going on would be really useful to read with your brunch over the weekend. Save all that searching and scrolling through blog posts, cherry pick what you want to read in the time you have!


What have the bloggers been posting?

Tilly at Tilly and the Buttons releases new workshop dates and Your Makes from the summer sewing Instaspam party. Fiona at Diary of a Chain Stitcher posts history of the sewing machine. The Coletterie publishes August Sewing Inspiration and 8 Tricks for perfect topstitching. Handmade Jane makes a Simplicity 2451 skirt and posts about the Made Up Initiative. By Hand London posts a request for pattern testers. Karen at Did You Make That? makes Tilly and the Buttons Fifi camisole set and announces The Made Up Initiative.

What Katie Sews posts about the new editor for Love Sewing Magazine, Amy of Almond Rock blog, as does Marie at A Stitching Odyssey plus her make for Refashioners 2015. Rachel at House of Pinheiro posts the Sew Indie Month Sewing Patterns bundle sale and #SewPhotoHop. Heather at Closet Case Files makes an Inari Tee dress plus What's Doing Vol. 56. Sew Caroline posts a free Baby bloomers PDF pattern and Just For You Sewing, Saturday Night Tunic.

Lladybird makes Simplicity 6280 dress and Scout Tee and Gorts. Lucky Lucille posts Sew Indie Month pattern bundle Melissa Skirt. Scruffy Badger posts Mississippi Avenue top - Sew Indie Month pattern bundle, new tools and makes New Look 6100 shorts. Almond Rocks posts Sew Indie Month pattern bundle. Jennifer Lauren Vintage posts The Felicity Dress Sew along - gathering the front and assembling the bodice plus Sew Indie Month - Bundle 1 Sale.

Zoe at 'So, Zo ...' posts Refashioners 2015. Jen at Grainline Studios posts the Studio at Nutmeg in Nashville, matching plaids on Sew Mama Sew and pre-fall knitting. Sewaholic posts Fall Sewing Plans 2015, Liz's floral faux-leather Robson Coat and planning sewing projects by outfits: The Fall list. Ginger Makes makes a South Port dress. Dixie DIY posts Sew Indie Month pattern bundle and Refashioners 2015.

Shops and businesses


At The Sewing Directory, Julie and Fiona post guides on How to Sew a Blind Hem, Where to buy beautiful buttons online, Choosing and using an overlocker, Designing your own sewing patterns plus an interview with new Love Sewing editor Amy Thomas and where to get discounted sewing supplies.

Annie at The Village Haberdashery now stocks Tiger Lily by Heather Ross and matches them with Kona cottons plus posts your makes and a Sewing wishlist for August.

At Sew Over It, class of the month is the Ultimate trousers, with 20% off plus an Ultimate Trousers Hack - raising the waistline and adding a waistband.

Guthrie and Ghani is having a fabric sale and your summer makes.

Jobs

Guthrie and Ghani, Birmingham - Customer Support and Stock Room Supervisor.

Patterns

Sew Over It Anderson Blouse.

Books

Cath Kidston's Sewing book by Cath Kidston, paperback, 25th August.

Mood Guide to Fabric and Fashion by Mood Designer Fabrics, 1st September.

Events

#SewPhotoHop, @houseofpinheiro, throughout August.

British Sewing Awards 2015

WI centennial fair, Harrogate International Centre, 3 - 6th September.

Bloglovin' Awards 2015, results 13th September.

The Handmade fair, Hampton Court Palace, 18-20th September.

SewBrum meet-up in Birmingham - Saturday 31st October 2015.

Fashion on the Ration continues at the Imperial War Museum, 5th March - 31st August.

Riviera Style, Resort and Swimwear since 1900 at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Nautical Chic by Amber Jane Butchart at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Rayne Shoes for stars at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Shoes: Pleasure and Pain at the V&A Museum, London 13th June - 31st January.

Liberty in Fashion at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 9th October - 28th February.

Fiona at Diary of a Chainstitcher has a new great round up of the latest pattern releases in July.

Tag events or blogs that you've discovered this week with #sewreporter

Twitter @brodrickstudio
facebook.com/theBrodrickDesignStudio
Instagram @thebrodrickdesignstudio
Pinterest.com/brodrickstudio

Let me know if there is anything else you would like to see featured ... have a lovely weekend x

Sew Reporter August Week 1 | Edition 22

What's been happening this week in the world of sewing? I know how busy I get trying to fit everything in each week and I use my time at the weekend to catch up on what's been happening all-things-sewing-wise. This got me thinking that a quick summary of what's going on would be really useful to read with your brunch over the weekend. Save all that searching and scrolling through blog posts, cherry pick what you want to read in the time you have!


What have the bloggers been posting?


Tilly at Tilly and the Buttons posts bust adjustments for the Fifi camisole, easing curves: sewing the fifi cup to the bodice and It's like wearing a quilt. Fiona at Diary of a Chain Stitcher makes a Tanya Taylor viscose print two piece set. The Coletterie publishes Seamworks #9, has 20% of the Ginger skirt and posts Wardrobe Architect: Making your sewing list. Handmade Jane makes an Emery dress. What Katie Sews makes Papercut Anima pants.

Marie at A Stitching Odyssey posts #FabricFriday and repurposing a wooden pallet. Rachel at House of Pinheiro makes a knit peplum top and Yellow Mellow Pjs. Heather at Closet Case Files posts hand sewing tips plus sewing indie month pattern bundle.

Charlotte at English Girl at Home posts pattern queue or pattern scrum. Lladybird makes silk leopard print Boylson Bra and Saltspring dress. Lucky Lucille posts sneak peaks, repeats and favourite mistakes. Scruffy Badger makes a Hey June Biscayne Blouse. Almond Rocks posts Sew Indie Month pattern bundle. Jennifer Lauren Vintage also posts Sew Indie month bundle sale.

Zoe at 'So, Zo ...' makes Fifi pyjamas. Jen at Grainline Studios makes a blue lace Watson, plus posts Sew & Tell with Kelli of True Bias and a Hemlock tee update. Sewaholic posts what's your favourite thing to sew? and sewing technology.

Shops and businesses


At The Sewing Directory, Julie and Fiona post top sewing tips, double fold hem tutorial and tote bag project plus a pattern giveaway with the SewBox.

Annie at The Village Haberdashery now stocks Lucky by Lotta Jansdotter, Nature Trail by Bethan Janine, Alison Glass Handcrafted 2 (take a closer look with this video) plus posts #tvhaul giveaway, Sawtooth star block of the month and kona matching Water Land by Jessica Nielsen.

Josie at Fabric Godmother now stocks pom pom and fringe trims plus solid colour fabrics. Don't forget this weekend is the open day (see Events below).

At Sew Over It, class of the month is the Ultimate trousers, with 20% off plus take a look at the July #SOIshowoff winner and a Betty dress hack.


Books

Sew Many Dresses, Sew Little Time: the ultimate dressmaking guide by Tanya Whelan, 7th August.

Cath Kidston's Sewing book by Cath Kidston, paperback, 25th August.

Mood Guide to Fabric and Fashion by Mood Designer Fabrics, 1st September.

Events

#SewPhotoHop, @houseofpinheiro, throughout August.

Summer Sewing Instaspam Party, 9th August. #SewingBetting #SewingFifi @TillyButtons

Sew Indie Month 2015, pattern bundle sale from 3rd - 12th August.

British Sewing Awards 2015

Fabric Godmother open day, Brighton, 15th August.

WI centennial fair, Harrogate International Centre, 3 - 6th September.

Bloglovin' Awards 2015, results 13th September.

The Handmade fair, Hampton Court Palace, 18-20th September.

SewBrum meet-up in Birmingham - Saturday 31st October 2015.

Fashion on the Ration continues at the Imperial War Museum, 5th March - 31st August.

Riviera Style, Resort and Swimwear since 1900 at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Nautical Chic by Amber Jane Butchart at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Rayne Shoes for stars at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 22nd May - 30th August.

Shoes: Pleasure and Pain at the V&A Museum, London 13th June - 31st January.

Liberty in Fashion at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London 9th October - 28th February.

Fiona at Diary of a Chainstitcher has a new great round up of the latest pattern releases in July.

Here are some Pins from this week. Tag events or blogs that you've discovered this week with #sewreporter

Twitter @brodrickstudio
facebook.com/theBrodrickDesignStudio
Instagram @thebrodrickdesignstudio
Pinterest.com/brodrickstudio

Let me know if there is anything else you would like to see featured ... have a lovely weekend x