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Did you know, as well as selling via our website, we also sell a growing range of products through Amazon.co.uk, and the list of items which are despatched on our behalf by Amazon (allowing you to make the most of free Amazon shipping and Prime if you are a member) is growing too!We are pleased as p..

The real fun of this project comes when you hand this bag to a child and show them how it turns ‘inside’ out. My grandchildren thought this was the best thing EVER! They wanted to show everyone how it worked. I chose to use standard quilter’s cotton; if you find a fabric you love and it’s not qu..

Great news all our favourite tested Two stitches patterns are back in stock, so I thought I would take time to review them as to their ease, areas to look out for and hints and tips.   Zoe Dress A traditional A-line dress with a gently curved bottom panel where the pockets are concealed, and a..

Finished size: Approx 25.5cm wide x 16.1cm (10” x 6.3”) (width taken across the top) Requirements: The following measurements will give you a zipper pouch measuring 25.5cm x 15.8cm, with a bottom 5cm wide.  See the instructions at the end of this tutorial to work out your requirements if you wa..

Melly and Me's latest pattern is now available in store, its actually three patterns in one, with a base pattern for the body and three different options for the head, allowing you to make a cute dog, cat and/or mouse!Dogs chasing cats, chasing a mouse will suit any child who is dreaming of a new pl..

Have you ever wondered if you are using the right type of elastic for your pattern - or if it really matters?In this post, with a little help from the sewing gurus over at Colette Patterns (see video below!) we aim to demystify the world of elastic!Popular Types of Elastic and Their UsesBraided elas..

Welcome to our new website, we have made quite a few changes which we hope you will appreciate.HighlightsYou can now order fabric in cms, mtrs or fat quarters, giving you maximum flexibility!To support small businesses and cottage industries we have volume discounts added to many of our products, in..