handmade by mary emmens
The first workshop I attended was taught/directed/led by Lu Summers (she of Summersville fame). I saw one of Lu’s quilts at the Festival of Quilts last August and was blown away by it, I remember Emily and I standing there … Read More »
So I’ve finally got the brain power and energy to write about the FQ Retreat weekend! I left home at lunchtime on Friday on the train, I arrived at my brothers house in Brixton in the late afternoon and let … Read More »
I’m struggling to find the words and energy to write about the fantastic weekend I had in London at the FQ Retreat, so for now you can enjoy the treasure I found during May: All vintage finds except for the … Read More »
You may know by now that I have a bit of a thing about fabric, you may also know that Saints and Pinners an online fabric shop are in reality not far from my house, so rather than order online … Read More »
Hopefully you’ve not had enough of hearing about Siblings Together. Today I have spent the morning backing and basting 2 quilts, but first I had to roll up a very big rug and clean the floor underneath it so that … Read More »
Ok so here’s the moment that all some of you have been waiting for, who has won the bundle of Fugly fabric? I had fun reading all the comments, and I’m delighted that so many of you would really like … Read More »
Well I don’t have a sewing machine to give away… but The Sewing Directory, Abakhan Fabrics, Hobby & Home & Janome have teamed up to run a summer design competition with fabulous prizes. Have you got the Dress Factor? All … Read More »
It’s been a busy month which I suppose is no great surprise! Here’s a summary of what I’ve achieved. I’ve been taking part in the Zakka Style sew along: My big finish of the month is this beauty: I joined … Read More »
I’m running a Dress a Girl Around the World sewing evening tonight. My friend Rachel is hosting it at her house and this week we’ve been liaising to make sure everything is ready. She emailed me on Wednesday evening and … Read More »
Back in the middle of January I wrote a post called Resolved to Sew 2012 as an entry to a big giveaway that Ali was hosting at Very Berry Handmade. Well imagine my delight after a long day out at … Read More »