The SOUTHBANK SWEATER DRESS BY NINALEE

 Sewing for winter 

This has to be one of the most flattering dress patterns there is, especially suited to wearing in  winter with thick tights and boots it is guaranteed to keep the chills out 

I made my version in a sweater knit from Minerva.com,  link at the end of the post 

The Sewing Workshop BRISTOL DRESS and TOP

 The Bristol dress and Top

 This is one of  my go- to dress patterns . I always have one in my wardrobe in Black as it is so elegant and effortless to wear. It is actually my funeral and singing in the choir dress.

 

This dress is perfect for sitting around in and for travel as it is so very comfortable 

It is a very unusual shape with bands around part of the Hemline. However it is extremely easy to sew 

Re-use, recycle. Will you take the challenge?

 Re-use, recycle.  Make Do and mend. What is this all about?  Why should it affect me?

I am alarmed after doing some research  just how much clothing, some of it unworn, goes to landfill. We purchase a lot of cheaper clothes which soon lose their appeal and out they go. Our wardrobes are crammed with things we hardly ever. Or never wear.

Not just clothes, I have been rescuing furniture too

Did you know that Dunelm take back textiles? I shall be doing this 

The website is Dunelm Take Back Scheme

Storage solutions , sewing room and other places.

 These are some of my storage systems both in my sewing room and the rest of my home. In pictures 

Vogue 1787 Asymmetrical Wrap Skirt

 Vogue 1787Asymmetrical Misses skirt 

This misses wrap skirt has shaped bands, asymmetric front button closure with hidden snap, stitched hems. Sits below the waist.It is suitable for Advanced beginners 

This skirt is fabulous and makes a wonderful autumn outfit .
The pattern is  Vogue 1787 and is from Jaycotts.co.uk,  as is the fabric.