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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!

Giving back with our Annual Remnant Sale - Jan '24

Giving back with our Annual Remnant Sale - Jan '24

Wed 17 Jan - Sun 4 Feb 2024 in store only During this period we will also be donating 5% of all other fabric sales...

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PDF Sewing Patterns

PDF Sewing Patterns

We're delighted to be able to offer sewing patterns in PDF format!  First up is the full Merchant & Mills pattern range.   If you are...

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Black Friday Sales

Black Friday Sales

20 Nov 23. We won't be having any here - find out why...

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To Make & To Give

To Make & To Give

With a few weeks to go until Christmas day, it's about the time to start thinking about gift giving, and if for you that might mean...

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How to Use Our Wishlist Planner

How to Use Our Wishlist Planner

Try Our New Wishlist Planner!  We always have lots of fun working with visitors at the store to help them decide on just the right supplies...

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Sewing Pattern Review - Vali Dress By Pattern Fantastique

Sewing Pattern Review - Vali Dress By Pattern Fantastique

We've sewn the popular Vali Dress from Pattern Fantastique to show off our Cotton Lawn Solids Collection  - a light weight (65gsm) smooth and crisp cotton lawn.  Perfect for spring time...

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How to Lengthen a sewing pattern piece

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...

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We're 8 Years Young!

We're 8 Years Young!

Time for a little celebration and birthday treats!  (scroll down for the details)  It's hard to believe that we've been sharing our joy of making...

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Sewing Pattern Review - Heather Blazer, Friday Pattern Company

Sewing Pattern Review - Heather Blazer, Friday Pattern Company

The Heather Blazer has been designed as a great entry into the world of sewing blazers, and we couldn't agree more.   We've sewn a warm winter...

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