How To Sew Woven Labels
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3y ago
 Originally posted on my shop blog. Woven labels are a fun way to add a touch of customisation to your makes. I love the pop of colour they add and the fact they make anything you make look a touch more professional. I've designed a collection of crafty woven labels in a range of colours with various quotes, so you'll be sure to find one to suit your next project! I've only started using woven label in my makes over the past year, there's so many cute ones out there right now! So I thought I would put together a blog post to share some ways on how to sew labels into your makes. Whether y ..read more
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How to Make a Pin Display Banner
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3y ago
 Originally posted on my shop blog.   Looking for a way to show off and display your growing enamel pin badge collection? Then look no further! I've been wanting to make one of these display banners for a long time, as my ever expanding pin collection has been knocking around all over the place! I've got some in a box, some in a dish, and some lost never to be seen again! So I thought it was about time I treated my pins properly and create a cute and secure way to keep track of them, whilst brightening up my office.     To make your own pin display banner you will ne ..read more
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Make The Look: Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (Sewing & Knitting Patterns!)
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3y ago
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Which support my content at no extra cost to you. Find the links to everything featured here further down It was only going to be a matter of time until this blog post appeared. As an openly obsessed Sabrina addict on Instagram, I thought it was about time I got some inspiration together to make your own Spellman looks, and honestly, I'm doing that anyway so creating this post is easy peasy. In this post you'll find sewing patterns and fabrics to sew smart-casual looks inspired by the show (sorry no fancy dresses here, I want the everyday ..read more
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Make Nine 2021 Plans & a Look Back at 2020's Line Up
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3y ago
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Which support my content at no extra cost to you. The first blog post of the New Year has to be a Make Nine right? It's tradition around here now. Even though I don't always have massive success with my plans, I feel good about last year's and I enjoy putting a list of potential makes together for the year ahead. So, much like last year's line up (you can check out my 2020 Make Nine HERE), I'm sticking to the theme of finishing some already started projects or using some of what I have. I included some fabric last year, but this ..read more
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Tilly & the Buttons 'Martha' - Round 2 with added designer inspired hack!
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3y ago
The Tilly and the Buttons 'Martha' dress pattern is aesthetically one of my all time favourite sewing patterns. It was one of the first sewing patterns I got a real buzz about when it was released and I whipped up my first version pretty sharpish. In hindsight it's a hot mess, and you can see it in my old blog post HERE - although it'd be great if you could save me the cringe and ignore it... Here's a look at the pattern: Ever since my first, I've wanted another crack at it. Mainly because my first was not very well made and hasn't stood the test of time. I don't think I did any sta ..read more
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Vlog: Come & Sew Cosy Pjs with Me! Tilly and the Buttons 'Juno Pjs' from Make It Simple
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3y ago
Possibly wrapping up blog posts for 2020 with a simple, cosy (& kind of festive) make! It's got to be pjs. Growing up we got a new pair of pjs every Christmas and this year I plan to spend the entire day being cosy and this outfit is a winner for me! Follow along with me on my sew day whilst I make this simple jersey long sleeve top and leggings set. It includes some chill music, tea making and lots of sewing action. I hope it'll keep you company whatever you're up to. I really enjoyed making and editing this one so I hope that shows, it's the kind of content I love watching myself so h ..read more
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A Last Minute Crafty Christmas Gift Guide!
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3y ago
I may have missed the boat on this post, but as I browse for gifts I want to get myself... I figured I still have a little bit of time left to create a Christmas gift guide for crafters for some last minute gifts! There's so many lovely things out there, it was quite a struggle to create a small selection, but I really love the above and hope it might inspire you too. In my opinion, the creative gal in your life would be very lucky to receive any of items in my guide, or if you're like me, a lovely treat for yourself. It's been a hard year after all! 1. Nina Lee 'Bakerloo' Sewing Pattern&n ..read more
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Vlog: A Catch up, Fabric Stash Highlights, Sewing Plans & More!
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3y ago
Can you tell I covered too much and then couldn't think of a name for this vlog? Whoops. It's been a while since I vlogged (or blogged for that matter), so to get back into the swing of things I thought I'd just sit down in front of the camera and see what happens!  In the vlog I get into some of my fabric stash highlights, some maybe sewing plans, potential upcoming vlogs and even share my secret Instagram account.... You know I have a love/hate relationship with /YouTube, but at the moment I'm spending a lot of time on there consuming lots of creative content and felt inspired to m ..read more
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True Bias Shelby Dress ft. VERY Special Fabric!
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3y ago
This isn't your usual sewing pattern review. It's my first blog post featuring MY OWN FABRIC DESIGN! You heard it right, my very own fabric. If you follow me on Instagram (@whatabimakes or @craftypinupshop) you'll probably already know about it because it's all I've been talking about for months, but this is the first time I'm going to be sharing it on my little old blog.  In the process of designing a fabric collection, I ordered samples to test how it sews etc, so I thought it would be cool to share my new fabric in the form of a new sewing pattern review! I've been wanting to make t ..read more
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Making My Wedding Dress Part 1: Inspiration & Fabric
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4y ago
I'm getting married and yes, I am making my wedding dress! In this post I'm going to share with you the initial inspiration I've been gathering for my dress, including shapes and styles, some potential sewing patterns to look into and my dress fabric! If this had happened 5 years ago, I can tell you the exact dress I would have wanted. I was in a 1950s phase, so it would have been a fit and flare, petticoats and a red lip. But now, on the verge of turning 30, I'm much more relaxed with my style and have realistic expectations when it comes to my appearance. I never enjoyed spending hours o ..read more
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