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Testing the new Frances leggings pattern.
It was a few weeks ago that I launched my latest sewing pattern. Frances is a classic snug fitting kids leggings pattern. As usual I…
Viva La Vida – #therefashioners2018 #inspiredby
Phew!...Here is my last post about my Refashioner entry 2018. Squeezed in just before the deadline! I chose Frida Kahlo and one of her outfits…
An evening-wear Huipil – #therefashioners2018
This is my third blog post relating to my Refashioner competition entry. Not my final post yet!... I know... there is loads, it was way…
When Hugh Hefner met Frida! #therefashioners2018
I recently published my official entry for the Refashioners competition 2018. My inspiration was an outfit worn by Frida Khalo. I used two saris and…
Take 2 saris, Frida and #therefashioner2018 competition.
This is my entry (well first and main part of...) for this years Refashioners competition. If you haven't already come across the Refashioners competition you…
How to line straps for dungarees – tutorial.
How to line straps for dungarees. In this tutorial I am going to show you how to line straps for dungarees. I am using the…
Testing the new Lillia Rae sewing pattern.
A few weeks ago I published the pdf version of my new simple dress sewing pattern for girls. Lillia Rae is a super simple dress…
Introducing Frances – snug leggings pattern for babies to tweens!
The next new pattern is here! Meet Frances a leggings pattern for kids. Leggings are an essential addition to our little explorer's wardrobes. They are so…
Charcoal self drafted linen trapeze dress and linen trousers.
A few weeks ago I shared my white linen maxi trapeze dress. The maxi version was a bit of a whim really as I liked…
Introducing Lillia Rae – New girl’s flutter sleeve dress sewing pattern.
We haven't quite given up on summer here at Bobbins & Buttons! The latest pattern to be added to the Bobbins & Buttons collection is…
How to make a P.E bag tutorial.
P.E Bag tutorial In this tutorial I am going to show you how to make a simple sturdy lined P.E bag. These P.E bags are…
How to make a no pattern dress to fit your size – tutorial.
No pattern dress tutorial In this tutorial I'm going to show you how to make this no pattern dress. You will need to take a…
