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Welcome to my blog. Here, you'll find a wide range of my makes, my mistakes, tutorials, tips, sewing pattern reviews, and hopefully some inspiration.
Sewing a Baby Mat—Because Floors Are Hard & Babies Are Squishy
If I had to rank my most-used handmade baby items, this mat would be at the top. Simple in design but an absolute lifesaver, this DIY baby mat is a comfy, washable, and stylish spot for tummy time, playtime, and those rare, blissful moments when my little one actually stays put. But, of course, in true "me-made" fashion, this project involved some trial, error, and a minor battle with foam. Learn from my mistakes and make your own with ease!
7 Things I Wish I Had Sewn Before Having a Baby
Hindsight is a wonderful thing—especially when you’re holding a wriggly baby in one arm and desperately rummaging through an unstructured bag for your car keys with the other. If I could go back in time, I’d tell pre-baby me to put down the adorable romper pattern and start sewing things that would actually make life easier. A pram bag so I’m not chucking loose items into the abyss? Yes, please. A nappy bag that doesn’t turn into a bottomless pit? Where do I sign up? If you’re expecting (or just love a good sewing project), here are seven things I wish I’d made before my little one arrived—so you can be far more prepared than I was!
2025 Sewing Goals: Stitching with Purpose (and Less Hoarding)
Embarking on my 2025 sewing journey, I've set my sights on crafting one project every month or two, acknowledging the constraints of limited free time. My focus will be on creating homewares, utilising fabric scraps, and making the most of my existing fabric stash. This approach aims to blend creativity with practicality, ensuring each stitch serves a purpose.
Christmas Sewing: The Year That Wasn't (But Let’s Pretend It Was)
Every year, I tell myself I’ll have a beautifully handmade Christmas—stockings lovingly sewn, festive bunting strung up with precision, and perhaps even some matching pyjamas if I’m feeling extra smug. This year? Not so much. Between life, a baby who believes sleep is optional, and the general chaos of the season, my sewing machine has been gathering dust.
But let’s not dwell on that. Instead, let’s pretend I’ve been effortlessly crafting away and take a look at some of my past Christmas makes, plus all the festive sewing projects I would have made if time (and a certain tiny human) had allowed. From embroidered napkins to scrap-busting stockings, here’s some holiday inspiration for the overambitious sewist in all of us.
A love letter to the Zadie Jumpsuit (Paper Theory)
If there’s one sewing pattern that has stood the test of time (and Instagram’s ever-fickle algorithm), it’s the Zadie Jumpsuit by Paper Theory. Sewists love it, and I am no exception. In fact, I might just be its biggest fan. Some people have capsule wardrobes; I have a capsule collection of Zadies.
What makes this jumpsuit so beloved? The ease. The versatility. The fact that it flatters a ridiculous range of body types. It’s the kind of pattern that makes you look effortlessly put together while feeling like you’re wearing pyjamas. And as someone who loves sewing but doesn’t have the patience for fussy fastenings, the wrap style is a dream—no zips, no buttons, just a gloriously comfy fit.
In this post, I’ll be taking you through my ongoing Zadie journey—from my very first version (stitched in a panic before moving across the world) to the modified dress and top variations I’ve experimented with. I’ll share what’s worked, what hasn’t, and the versions I still have planned (because clearly, I’m not done yet).
So, if you’re considering making a Zadie—or just love hearing about a sewing pattern that refuses to go out of style—you’re in the right place. Let’s talk all things Zadie!
