Get the most out of your sewing machine
Top tips for sewing machinesA good sewing machine whether it's new or vintage needs some love and TLC! Here are a few tips...
Alteration tips and tricks
I do a lot of alterations in the Theatre. Unless a costume has been specifically made for that particular actor then most of...
Why I’m sacrificing saucepans for sunshine
At the beginning of the year I set out goals for the year ahead. Six months on and one of those goals has...
When do you give up on your dream?
Is giving up your dream realistic, or settling for second best?I began the week contemplating wether or not we can have it all....
The Thrifty Stitcher video on winding bobbins
Here is my first ever video guide, scary recording yourself, and weird realising what you sound like! But I'm glad to have got...
Can you have it all?
As women we celebrate our multi tasking skills, we rejoice that we can now have a career, raise a family and still be...
Easter bonnet tips!
It's Easter weekend, and many of us will be attending Easter bonnet parades. Why not make one with a twist? Create a fun...
Fascinator making tips from expert milliner Chrissy King
The royal wedding and indeed wedding season are almost upon us. At the thrifty stitcher we are filling up all our fascinator hen...
fascinating fascinators!
Here at The Thrifty Stitcher we are a little bit in love with fascinators. But what is a fascinator?With the royal wedding looming,...
Back to basics #1- buying a sewing machine
One of the most important pieces of a sewing kit is the sewing machine. Boy is there a lot of choice out there,...