We just love this fabulous pattern from Makower, and any cat lover will agree it’s a real cutie.  The fabric patterns and mix of yardage and panel brings all sorts of possibilities, like this free pattern download…

With 42 different Tonal Designs, Makower’s Bijoux range is a perfect compliment to any stash.   The subtle vintage shades work well together in this fabulous scrappy quilt, and we have even given you the pattern to d…

British & American Quilts from 1800-1930

An exhibition of quilts from an exceptional private collection, exploring the quilting and patchworking traditions of Britain and America from c.1800 to 1930 has opened…

There’s nothing more frustrating than snagging a garment that inevitably results in a loose thread or, when you’re machine sewing or quilting, it is all too easy for stray threads to become enmeshed in t…

Recognised by the clear blue printed grids, these interfacings provide a guide for patchwork designs from traditional square blocks to modern styles. They are a great option for creating hand sewn hexagon or…

Clover have a variety of Fusible Bias Tape Makers to help you achieve a bespoke professional finish for your sewing and crafting projects. Whether it is for quilting, home decor, dressmaking or a non-sewing…

Top Stitch rPet thread from Gütermann is better for the environment and great value for money too! Ideal for decorative seams and top stitching, it has a slight elasticity, making it suitable for both garments and…

The title is quite intriguing. I didn’t quite know what to expect.
I am somebody who is inspired by fabrics, so I would love to know what this book is about

When I received this lovely book for review, the f…

A quilt is made up of three layers – the top (which may be wholecloth, pieced or appliqued), the wadding and the backing. These three layers are held together by the decorative quilting stitches.

It’s imp…

When a few books became available for review I jumped at the chance of reviewing this book. I am really inspired by textile techniques from the Far East (in particular Japan) as well as anything that recycles /…

I’ve spent most of the summer travelling and now it’s back to work. There changes going on at home so it’s been difficult getting back into the swing of making, but tidying my fabric boxes has been inspi…

Have you ever played the ‘What if….?’ game with fabric? You may well be asking yourself “What is the ‘What if…?’ game??”. Let me explain. You start by following a pattern, following instructions, and then having got…