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Sewing on Television/Films

A couple of weeks ago, me and hubby (bullied into!) went to see the new Kate Winslet film, The Dressmaker.  The film is set in the 1950’s and is based on the book by Rosalie Ham.  Its about a dressmaker returning to her native Australia to right the wrongs done to her in the past.Continue reading “Sewing on Television/Films”

1950’s dresses – A brief history

I think sometimes that I was born in the wrong era. I feel much happier in a dress with a fitted waist and a full skirt. Not necessarily over the top with a petticoat underneath (I do the school run!) but something that makes me feel feminine at least. Jeans are comfortable and practical butContinue reading “1950’s dresses – A brief history”

Sewing for curvy people? Not always successful!

I started dress making when my son went to school and I was at a loose end.  I had always been creative, making curtains, cushions etc. but I decided I wanted to have a go at making my own clothes.  I enrolled on a sewing class and have never looked back. Not everything has beenContinue reading “Sewing for curvy people? Not always successful!”