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Soft Cup Lace bra tutorial from "Stitch to Style"

Day 3 of Lingerie week

01.06.2016 Blog 1
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Some cool suppliers for making your own bras...

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How to DIY your own bra pattern

How to DIY your own bra pattern

31.05.2016 Blog 1
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Were you inspired by recent TV sewing shows and fancy making your own bra? Most of us have at least one perfect bra in...

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Soft Cup Lace bra tutorial from "Stitch to Style"

Soft Cup Lace bra tutorial from “Stitch to Style”

30.05.2016 Uncategorized 14
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Inspired by the tellybox to make your own bra? Read on for an exclusive photo tutorial...

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Chevron bias top tutorial from "Stitch to Style"

Chevron bias top tutorial from “Stitch to Style”

16.05.2016 Blog 50
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Want some tips for matching chevron stripes as seen on the bee? read on for an exclusive photo tutorial from Sewing Producer for...

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#IroningMyths- a review of my new favourite iron- the phillips elite care plus

#IroningMyths- a review of my new favourite iron- the phillips elite care plus

21.01.2016 Blog 1
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#IroningMyths- a review of the excellent Phillips Perfect care elite iron...

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Tips for sewing Tricky fabrics- a guest post from an expert sportswear designer.

Tips for sewing Tricky fabrics- a guest post from an expert sportswear designer.

14.01.2016 Blog 1
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Sewing with lace, leather and even slippery stuff like neoprene or rubber can be a challenge. Last year I met a fabulous designer...

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Needles and pins!

Needles and pins!

12.01.2016 Blog 1
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 Needles and pins! The old adage about buying cheap and paying twice really does apply here, and all the cheap and cheerful needles...

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How to add sleeves to a sleeveless garment

20.12.2015 Blog, Masterclasses, Vimeo on demand lessons 0
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Have you ever wanted to update a sleeveless dress or top in your wardrobe by adding sleeves? In this video lesson I'll show...

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Fitting sleeves and armholes

20.12.2015 Blog, Masterclasses, Vimeo on demand lessons 0
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In this on demand video lesson you'll learn some of my best tips and tricks for fitting sleeves and armholes...

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6th anniversary sewing machine competition

It’s our 6th birthday – Win a fabulous Janome 525s sewing machine!

25.09.2015 Blog 465
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To celebrate hitting our 6th Anniversary, we have an amazing competition for you! Jaycotts, our favourite online haberdasher whom we've recommended since our...

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Claire-Louise Hardie

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Learn to sew with me Claire-Louise Hardie, Former Sewing Producer for The Great British Sewing Bee. I'm an online Sewing Educator who loves making clothes fit and inspiring beginners to get started. For almost 3 decades I've been a professional Freelance Costumer for stage and screen. I'm a Writer for the best selling "Love Sewing" Magazine

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