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Emma Cartmel
Jan 1, 20236 min read
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?...
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Emma Cartmel
Nov 13, 20227 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
Nov 6, 20227 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
Aug 16, 20224 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
Aug 16, 20224 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
Jul 31, 20223 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
Jun 30, 20227 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
Jun 26, 20225 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
Jun 18, 20224 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
May 31, 20225 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
May 23, 202210 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
May 1, 20227 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
Oct 3, 20215 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
Sep 11, 20213 min read
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...
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Emma Cartmel
Jan 11, 20215 min read
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...
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