Tag Archives: dress-making

A Shirt for Helen

Posted on December 30, 2015 by craftycreeky

It always feels a bit of an honour when your children ask you to make them something, especially when they are a trendy 18 year old, it’s like the ultimate accolade that what you are creating must be at least OK!! I’ve … Continue reading →

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Vintage Sari Dress

Posted on August 22, 2015 by craftycreeky

Last night was Friday Night Sew-In over on Sugar Lane Quilts, I decided to buckle down and finish my sari dress in time for Show Off Saturday on Sew Can She… I’ve often seen vintage saris for sale on eBay … Continue reading →

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Gabriola Take 4!

Posted on August 8, 2015 by craftycreeky

The Gabriola skirt pattern from Sewaholic has to be one of my  all time favourite patterns, it must be as this is the fourth time I’ve sewn it in the last twelve months, I’ve even made a chiffon one! My fabric … Continue reading →

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Summer Skirt Burda 8765

Posted on June 19, 2015 by craftycreeky

During the Me-Made-May challenge, I realised that my wardrobe was somewhat lacking in everyday separates, quite a few going out outfits, not much for going round the market or mooching round Skipton. I decided I needed a straight skirt. I had … Continue reading →

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