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Knit tank tops are perfect for late-summer days at the beach (or pretty much anywhere else) and the pretty Road’s End tank top from KC Knitting Co, which is named for a beach, is a great garment to see you … Read More...

Cardigang Is A Cool New Craft Company For Beginner Knitters! Studio Visit by Sasha Gattermayr Cat Bloxsom and Morgan Collins at the Collingwood building that serves as thee Cardigang HQ. Photo – Alexandrena Parker. Their business started out with DIY knit kits for beginners, and now offers a made-to-order garment line. Photo – Alexandrena Parker. The pair taught themselves how to knit on YouTube to pick up a new hobby in the 2020 lockdowns. Photo – Alexandrena Parker. So many bright colours! Photo – Alexandrena Parker. The creative duo started by mailing each other yarn samples when they lived more...

Happy Sunday everyone! It’s that time of year where you are pulled by outdoor activities and trips, but still want to get your sewing fix. We like to fill this time with plotting our next batch of makes and getting inspired. We have lot’s to share with you this week, including a forthcoming exhibition, a sewing meet-up date for your diary, shirring skills and sewing patterns and LOTS of new patterns for you. Grab a cuppa, iced coffee or mimosa (maybe?!) and enjoy browsing the Sew Reporter! Have a great Sunday. Wowie! We are obsessed with this incredible highlighter pink...

  1. Whitmor Whitmor Portable Wardrobe Clothes Closet Storage Organizer with Hanging Rack – Black Color – No-tool Assembly – See Through Window – Washable Fabric Cover – Extra Strong & Durable – 19.75 x 36 x 64” Whitmor - Durable and sturdy construction this portable storage organizer features a durable steel frame a heavyduty steel rod and a bungee cord system with plastic connectors so it can take on significant weight without bending holds 25 pounds of clothes coats pants jackets suits blouses slacks sweaters dresses and shoes Seethrough window the window on top of this clothing storage closet...

  The shirred dress has become a summer staple after appearing on fashion blogger Instagram accounts and then the high street. Over the last couple of years we’ve seen other styles that have had their ‘Insta-moment’ such as the off-the-shoulder dress but we think the shirred dress will be around to stay for summers to come. These dresses are so appealing because they are an easy and comfortable fit for different body shapes and bust sizes. Shirring comprises of several horizontal lines of elastic thread on the inside of the garment that gather the fabric together. Positioning shirring at the...