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Recycling my Fife sweater into Oban by Thea Colman. We all have knitted items sitting in our wardrobes that we never wear because they no longer fit us, our style has changed or they are now out of fashion. The wool can be recycled, regardless of whether it’s knitted by hand or machine. Wool (especially …
How to recycle and old sweater, where do you begin? It can be daunting to unravel an old favourite sweater or cardigan. It can be like saying goodbye to an old friend, with so many fond memories of when it was worn. Maybe it’s a garment that was previously knitted or owned by a loved …
The Pattern Time to revisit the Fife sweater by Kim Hargreaves, a design for Rowan that is part of the ‘A Seasons Tale’ collection. First published in 2001, I knitted this sweater some twenty years ago. The pattern is still available to make, and it has not dated at all. Regrettably, I never wore it. This …
The Pattern Sewing the vintage New Look 6092 skirt. I purchased this vintage pattern on eBay. It immediately caught my eye and reminded me of skirts that I wore back in the 1980s. Two styles and two lengths are available for the skirts. I had assumed from the cover image that they were wrap skirts, …
The Pattern My Bali Closet Peasant blouse, is it one to buy? I would say yes, and it can be purchased as a PDF pattern from My Bali Closet on Etsy. It offers a pattern for a peasant-style blouse that can be turned into a dress by simply lengthening or adding tiers. The Fabric This …
Falling in love with the Sanda coat by Merchant & Mills. Having arranged an unexpected trip to Valencia I urgently needed a winter coat to wear. After some research, I discovered the Sanda coat by Merchant & Mills on The Foldline website. I purchased and downloaded it there and then! It seemed to offer just what …
On searching through my sweater stash, I decided that it was the perfect time to revisit the Heather sweater by Kim Hargreaves. This beautiful sweater has been sitting in my wardrobe for many years without being worn. The Pattern Heather is a classic knitting pattern created by Kim Hargreaves, who is known for her incredible …
Merchant & Mills Trapeze, the perfect dress for all seasons? It has taken a while for me to get around to writing and sharing about the Merchant & Mills Trapeze dress pattern. It’s possible that this is because I’ve been making so many versions! The Pattern I had been looking for a trapeze dress pattern …
During my search for patterns on Etsy, I came across my latest dream vintage dress pattern, Vogue 7956. I was instantly attracted to the full circle skirt and unusual neckline of this wrap dress. I had no choice but to purchase it there and then! The Pattern This rare vintage Vogue pattern from the 1950s …
The Pattern Is Burda 6484 my ultimate trouser pattern? This trouser pattern has a drop waist, along with a flattering fit and flare silhouette. The trousers are worn cropped, skimming above the ankle. They are are however, easily lengthened. The zip is set to the side, but can also easily be fitted on the front …