These adaptations need to be done on a pattern with no seam allowances. All measurements are in centimetres (cm). In the diagrams, the green lines are the original pattern lines,… [Continue Reading]
Author: Ilona
How I Started This was my first time using the Haslam System, I found it really confusing. I made the Haslam sloper using the special curve ruler and the foundation… [Continue Reading]
Real Borodinsky bread is extraordinarily time consuming to make! This is a simpler bread recipe with a nod to the taste of the real thing and with added seeds.
These adaptations need to be done on a pattern with no seam allowances. All measurements are in centimetres (cm). In the diagrams, the green lines are the original pattern lines,… [Continue Reading]
Once again I’m following the book “Dress With Taste” by Voevodina V.D. and Dubinina R.B. All measurements are in Centimetres, and width measurements are divided in half. The book suggests… [Continue Reading]
Description A halo and crown hat, covered in a deep green silk velvet. Decorated with true vintage gold decoration and beading. Lined in non-shiny black satin. Attaches to the head… [Continue Reading]
Blocking The buckram was difficult to stretch over the block even though it was on the bias. On the photo you can see some bubbles on the right of the… [Continue Reading]
Why recreate a vintage hat? Firstly it felt very fragile to handle. Secondly, there was a rip in the lining, which would have been an easy repair, however through the… [Continue Reading]
My Russian grandmother has given me a few sewing books that she used when she was in her 20s to teach herself how to sew.
How I started I have been used to making dresses in a pattern size 12 (B 87, W 67, H 92 cm) – according to my bust measurement + garment… [Continue Reading]