Category: My Style

Why Up-cycling is awesome

UPCYCLING…It’s a lifestyle In a world where trends come and go faster than ever, the fashion industry is constantly evolving. However, there’s a timeless trend that’s gaining momentum and proving to be more than just a passing fad – upcycled fashion. The art of transforming old, worn-out garments into stylish, unique pieces is not only […]

Thrift-flipped Yellow Blanket

THRIFT-FLIPPED BLANKET! I love nothing more than a good rummage in a charity / thrift store.  Its the thrill of the find!  I caught the bug at my first car boot sale in Bath when I was 16. I still have memories of the cotton knit sweater snapped up for 75p! Botanic Avenue in Belfast […]

Sewing on the Road

SEWING ON THE ROAD! Where do you sew? I love to sew on the go, in the mo-ho! This summer I managed to pack my sewing machine and overlocker meaning I can fully finish my projects! With a extendable table and plenty of power sockets, sewing on the road is a great thing to do […]

Liberty Love – Sewing a Vogue Jumpsuit

Sewing my style Hello 2023 and another 365 days of creating beautiful clothes to wear. I finish up 2022 with my last #memade garment; a Vogue jumpsuit made in Liberty cotton, bodice lined in silk and with a silk tie bow. As all the fabrics used were fine, I sewed it on my Singer 201K […]

Designing & Sewing a Colourful Life.

Join me on a journey of DESIGNING AND SEWING A LIFE IN COLOUR! I am celebrating how wearing colour can change how you feel and how to design your own garments from your favourite clothes. Flip back to July 2021 and I was bought a beautiful jumpsuit in Mojacar, Spain. I loved its simplicity and […]