Tag: dressmaking
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Olive Blooms: A Tiered Maxi Dress
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in DressmakingA dress for spring: I’ve been wanting to make a dress for my mum for the spring and summer, something loose, flowy and easy to wear. She’s always on the go, so the aim was to create a low-maintenance piece that she can effortlessly slip on and off as part of her busy lifestyle. Rather…
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Enchanted Ruffle Dress
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in DressmakingThe Inspiration Behind the Dress: This dress began with a simple idea: I wanted to create an outfit for a concert. From the start, I envisioned something whimsical and flowy, with ruffles and billowing fabric. However, I also wanted to stay practical, I hoped this would be a piece I could wear beyond just one…
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Sashiko Inspired T-Shirt
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in DressmakingSashiko is a traditional Japanese hand embroidery technique which originated over 400 years ago and translates to “little stabs”. It improves durability, reinforced worn areas, and adds warmth to clothing. Traditionally, geometric, repeating designs were stitched with white cotton thread on indigo‑dyed hemp or cotton fabric.