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!
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What have the bloggers been posting?
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.
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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?
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
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?
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
