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How to: Seam finishes
Finishing a seam edge becomes essential to completing a garment. But how do you know which seam finish is best for the fabric or garment?...

Emma Cartmel
Jan 1, 20236 min read
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Pattern review: Birgitta Helmersson - Zero Waste Pant Block
I have always loved the almost jigsaw puzzle like challenge that pattern making and cutting brings with it. But zero waste pattern...

Emma Cartmel
Nov 13, 20227 min read
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How to: Create a toile
A toile is essentially a test garment that is used to check sizing, fit, and proportion. There are typically two different types of...

Emma Cartmel
Nov 6, 20227 min read
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How to: Sew on a button
Whether you are finishing off a project or needing to re-attach a button that has fallen off, the act of hand sewing a button is a great...

Emma Cartmel
Aug 16, 20224 min read
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Pattern review: Japanese Sewing Book - 'Tops I Want To Wear Now'
Effortless and minimal. This beautiful book is one of many in the Japanese Sewing Book range and while it won't be for everyone, I...

Emma Cartmel
Aug 16, 20224 min read
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How to: Machine gather
A fun, and super useful technique that is well worth mastering. First things first. Why gather? Gathers essentially create fullness by...

Emma Cartmel
Jul 31, 20223 min read
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June wrap-up
Let's slow down, celebrate the handmade, and enjoy fashion mindfully. The dreaded Covid finally caught up with me this month. So a large...

Emma Cartmel
Jun 30, 20227 min read
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How to: Read a sewing pattern envelope
Understanding a sewing pattern envelope will go a long way in ensuring you buy the right pattern, but also all the required materials and...

Emma Cartmel
Jun 26, 20225 min read
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Pattern review: Tessuti - Naia Pants
Everything I love in a pant pattern - slouchy fit, dropped crotch, cropped length, and deep pockets! I remember hanging out for this...

Emma Cartmel
Jun 18, 20224 min read
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May wrap-up
Lacking sewing inspiration? This month's wrap-up will be sure to get you inspired. Welcome to my May monthly wrap-up, and what a month it...

Emma Cartmel
May 31, 20225 min read
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5 independent pattern brands to get you inspired
Wanting to know the difference between commercial and independent sewing patterns, or just looking for your next project? Then this post...

Emma Cartmel
May 23, 202210 min read
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April wrap-up
This month's wrap-up includes packing tips and tricks, on-the-go travel essentials, and pattern inspiration for 'Me Made May'. Apologies...

Emma Cartmel
May 1, 20227 min read
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Weekly wrap - 9
27 September - 3 October, 2021 Autumn has definitely arrived here in Munich. The temperature has started to drop, the trees are beginning...

Emma Cartmel
Oct 3, 20215 min read
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Weekly wrap - 6
5 - 11 September, 2021 I love reading. But sadly, e-books, or borrowing from a library, just don't do it for me. Nothing beats a physical...

Emma Cartmel
Sep 11, 20213 min read
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Sew good for you
I truly believe that gaining a better understanding of how our clothing is made, will enable us to develop a greater love and respect for...

Emma Cartmel
Jan 11, 20215 min read
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