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Satin Fabric Guide by Croft Mill
There’s something about satin that instantly elevates a garment. With its smooth surface, signature sheen, and fluid drape, satin fabric is the ultimate choice for creating show-stopping occasionwear
A Guide to Crepe Fabrics: Versatile, Elegant, and Easy to Sew
Crepe fabrics are known for their beautiful texture, fluid drape, and incredible versatility. Whether you're sewing a statement evening dress or an everyday outfit, there's a crepe to suit every project — from floaty georgette to structured triple…
How to Service Your Sewing Machine
A well-looked-after sewing machine is a sewist's best friend. Whether you're working on daily projects or just bringing it out for seasonal makes, regular maintenance can make all the difference. A serviced machine will run smoother, stitch…
Summer 2025 Wardrobe: Edition 2
Welcome to the second edition of our Summer Wardrobe series, your seasonal dose of fabric inspiration, pattern pairings, and style ideas to keep you sewing (and wearing!) handmade all summer long.
5 Easy Sewing Projects to Inspire Your Next Make
Sewing doesn’t always have to mean hours of work, complicated instructions, or perfect precision. Sometimes, the most satisfying projects are the simple ones, the pieces that come together easily, spark your creativity and leave you with something…
3 Makes from Sewing Bee Series 10 That Still Have Us Stitching
If you’re like us, the Sewing Bee isn’t just a show, it’s a source of inspiration and motivation. So before the next wave of challenges, transformations and drama begins, let’s revisit three memorable garments from last year’s season… and…
Sewing Bee Season Is Back – And We're Celebrating With Tilly & The Buttons
The wait is over! The Great British Sewing Bee is back on our screens this May 2025, bringing with it a fresh batch of sewing challenges, stitching triumphs, and feel-good creativity.
How to Sew Stripes: Summer 2025
Stripes offer structure and style in equal measure. They can add drama or quiet refinement, depending on the fabric and direction. Vertical stripes elongate the body and give a clean, tailored look. Horizontal stripes create boldness and width…
Summer 2025 Wardrobe: Edition 1
There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when your sewing matches the season—when the fabrics in your hands mirror the days outside your window. As summer approaches, our sewing minds naturally drift to breezy silhouettes, bold colour…
Fibre Mood 33 is here: Breezy styles for brighter days
Take a closer look at the latest Fibre Mood magazine with fresh spring styles and fabric inspiration for your next make.
Recap of the Sewing Bee 2024: Creativity, Style & Summer Sewing Buzz
There’s something so comforting, so quietly joyful about The Great British Sewing Bee. Maybe it’s the gentle hum of sewing machines, the rustle of fabric, or the way it makes you want to drop everything and start cutting into your favourite print…
Sewing Inspiration from The White Lotus
There’s something irresistible about The White Lotus. Yes, there’s drama, satire, and those iconic opening credits, but if you’re anything like us, you were also glued to the screen for the fashion.