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Welcome to Di's Sew-It Blog
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I'm also planning some sewing workshops and pattern fitting retreats.....be the first to know......
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di0765
Aug 24, 20221 min read
Comfortable Waists Without Bulky Gathers
My waistline can fluctuate so I've been experimenting using elastic to add comfort without adding bulky casings. I really don't like...
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di0765
Aug 16, 20221 min read
New Dressmaking Class in Derbyshire
I'm excited to be able to offer a new dressmaking class in Alfreton, Derbyshire. Maisy Moo Fabrics is in the centre of town right next to...
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di0765
Jul 26, 20221 min read
New Tutorials.......
I've been adding new tutorials...................I just have to remember what they are! Today it's all been about how to make a multi...
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di0765
Jul 1, 20221 min read
Classic French Jacket
Ever wanted to make a classic French jacket inspired by Chanel using traditional techniques? It was one of my ambitions when I finished...
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di0765
Jun 25, 20222 min read
Lovely Lady McElroy
I'm lucky to live just a few minutes away from the home of Lady McElroy The range has such beautiful designs and I've often wondered what...
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di0765
Jun 9, 20221 min read
Unpicking Overlocking!
Attacking overlocking with your seam ripper can be one of the most frustratng tasks when sewing....until that lightbulb moment when you...
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di0765
May 20, 20226 min read
Hobbycraft Made to Measure Patterns
I'm not sure if I'm late to the party, but I've only just discovered Hobbycraft is selling dressmaking patterns made to your personal...
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di0765
May 11, 20223 min read
Sewing at Thirkelow - bliss in the Derbyshire Peak District.
Sewing retreats take many forms so it's always worth researching what your experience might be like. Some are residential and others...
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di0765
Apr 21, 20226 min read
The Bruyere Shirt by Deer & Doe
Fabric The pattern suggests batiste, cotton satin(sateen), chambray, linen. Remember these are only suggestions and will give quite a...
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di0765
Apr 15, 20225 min read
The Mirri Jumpsuit - Papercut Patterns
I'm going to share a few thoughts and tips about making this lovely jumpsuit. Firstly I'm going to talk fabrics and explain why I've used...
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dikendall40
Feb 21, 20221 min read
Lovely In-Seam Pockets
There are many ways to sew or add in-seam pockets. I've just added a turtorial for my favourite method. I find it stops gaping and...
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dikendall40
Feb 15, 20221 min read
Sew Your Own Activewear - techniques that work for almost any stretchy fabrics
You can make almost anything without an overlocker, I make all my activewear, including swimwear, with an overlocker, zig zag and...
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dikendall40
Jan 27, 20223 min read
Not All Zip Feet Are Equal
Should you be able to see a zip? In my opinion ithey should be hidden unless its a feature that adds to the design. What style of zip...
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dikendall40
Jan 20, 20222 min read
The Coat of Many Colours
My closest shop is an upholsterer who I often stop to chat too and he's been really helpful passing on unwanted fabric sample books which...
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dikendall40
Jan 19, 20221 min read
New things Added to The Website ..
The buttons & buttonholes tutorials are almost finished. Today I've added an article originally written for Sew Today magazine all about...
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dikendall40
Jan 19, 20221 min read
Stretch Fabric ruler
My unique wooden ruler means you'll always know how much a knit fabric stretches. I love sewing with knit fabrics and I've made...
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dikendall40
Jan 18, 20223 min read
Nexus Blouse by Papercut Patterns
I do like a big blouse in a fabric with lots of drape. At the moment I'm also liking bishop sleeves with deep cuffs so the Nexus blouse...
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dikendall40
Jan 14, 20221 min read
Welcome to My New Website
I'm really excited to be able to share my new website.....however it'll be a while before it's fully up and running. Firstly I must...
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