Fabric Deluxe

The Nora Top & Jumper by Tilly & the Buttons

Date: May 19, 2020

The Nora pattern is an oversized, boxy fit, t-shirt and jumper pattern with 3 sleeve options, 2 hem variations and 2 types of neckline. I made both a jumper and tee from this patten in one weekend. The tee is in a printed rayon jersey: Macan High Twist Rayon Jersey and for the jumper I […]

Sewing with Vlisco:

Date: May 6, 2020

So you’re thinking about taking your first dip in the OCEAN that is Vlisco… It can be a little tricky working out where to start with your first Vlisco project but making that first step isn’t too hard with a few tips up your sleeve! Vlisco’s designs are always printed on a high quality, cotton […]

Sewing with boiled wool: The Flynn Jacket by In The Folds

Date: April 24, 2020

Some reasons why boiled wool is adored by sewists: It’s easy to sew It does not fray, so you don’t need to finish cut edges. It’s soft and drapey which means it looks great in a large variety of styles. It has a luxurious and gorgeous texture. It’s so comfy! The Flynn Jacket is an […]

Le 5002 Tunic Dress & Top by Dp’s by DP Studio

Date: March 5, 2020

by Steph Le 5002 is an enjoyable and satisfying make with great potential to be both very stylish & very comfy. Le 5002 is simple style but the flat, robe-like neck finish, really elevates the design above a basic tunic. As fabric I chose this checked broadcloth. It’s really light with heaps of structure. This […]

What Makes Vlisco Special Part 2

Date: March 5, 2020

I want to start with Vlisco’s own words: “Inspired by Africa, made with a technique derived from Indonesian Batik, designed in the Netherlands, Vlisco’s heritage and design is a multicultural melting pot of beauty and industrial craftsmanship.” Vlisco was born in the 1840’s when Pieter Fentener van Vlissingen took over his fathers cotton printing mill […]

The Wilder Gown by Friday Pattern Co.

Date: March 5, 2020

Made by Steph The myth, the legend, The Wilder Gown! Super easy and satisfying to sew, this Friday Pattern Co. pattern lives up to the hype! I’ve made the gown version with short sleeves. I’ve also shortened the hem of the second ruffle and added elastic in the collar (instead of a tie) and in the […]

What Makes Vlisco Special: Part 1

Date: March 5, 2020

Every person who walks through the doors of our Melbourne store for the first time, inevitably wanders over to our wall of Vlisco. They look up, eyes wide, sometimes with recognition, but more often with confused awe. They know what they see is unique, they know it’s special, but they can’t articulate why. This is […]

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