The perfect addition to outdoor adventures. Whether that's a bit of stitching by the river or lazy days at the beach. A simple make - to give or to keep!
Summer Swagger Picnic Blanket - Free Sewing Pattern
When the weather warms up, there’s no better time to get out and explore! Whether you’re packing a basket filled with tasty treats, a good...
Fabric Hearts - Free Sewing Pattern
A heartfelt way to use textile scraps - perfect for relaxing Christmas crafting. A delightful project that is easy enough to make with children and...
Spring Tote - Free Sewing Pattern
A free sewing pattern and photo tutorial to make the perfect tote - elevated beyond a simple shopper with its ample size, rounded corners and straps...
Learn to Knit : Whānau Fingerless Gloves
Simple stitches and cozy New Zealand merino and possum yarn pair together to create gloves that are perfect for (and easily knitted by) the whole family....
How to Lengthen a sewing pattern piece
One of the joys of sewing our own clothes is being able to make things just how we like. Often that means making things a little...
Japanese Sewing Books - Translating and Tracing
We have welcomed some new Japanese sewing books into the store (not online yet), and they are beautifully designed. However they do have a small...
Sewing Tips - Bias Binding
Making and using bias binding is a really great skill to have in your sewing arsenal and gives an excellent finish to seams and edges...
Sewing Essentials - Loop Turner Tool
Our Loop Turner is a fantastic tool when you are making spaghetti straps, button loops, coat loops, belt loops or drawstrings and the fabric you are...
How I Make Jeans - THE HEROINE JEANS BY MERCHANT & MILLS
7 August 2022. Follow along as I make a pair of jeans, including distressing as I go for a designer look! It's really not complicated...