Category Archives: sewing and knitting

A blog about my journey making things with sewing needles and knitting needles.

The Festive Message Is GO!

Posted on December 13, 2018 by

Ella and I hope you enjoy!

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Catch Up And Cushions

Posted on December 9, 2018 by

Hello, hello! I missed you guys! It’s been crazy busy at Did You Make That Towers with a trip to New York and THEN a trip to North Devon. It’s a tough call to say which was best. Not much … Continue reading →

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Sew An Iconic Fashion Item – The Mini Skirt

Posted on November 22, 2018 by

Do you listen to The High Low Podcast? I really enjoy it. They mentioned that the mini skirt has topped a list of the most iconic female fashion items of the last 50 years. It goes without saying that my … Continue reading →

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Can YOU Wear Yellow?

Posted on November 19, 2018 by

So, who is it who even decided we can’t wear yellow? It’s one of those rules that may make sense for some, but doesn’t seem to work for me. Is it like other rules we encounter? Older women can’t wear … Continue reading →

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2018 Christmas Gift Guide

Posted on November 10, 2018 by

Oh, what fun! We can start planning what we want to buy or be gifted around the seasonal holidays. So, without further ado, here is my round up of fantastic gifts. First, if you’re in the London area, get yourself … Continue reading →

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Tumble Out Of Bed And Stumble To The Kitchen

Posted on November 5, 2018 by

Would you take a meeting with this woman? I know, debatable, right? I’m getting ready for a work trip away, so obviously I had to squeeze in some sewing! I’m wearing: Burda 7020 Jacket – sewn four years ago The … Continue reading →

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My Top Five Useful Sewing Blog Posts

Posted on October 17, 2018 by

If you’re new to sewing or to Did You Make That, I thought I’d do a little round-up of my most popular and useful blog posts! Hopefully, these could help you, too. Fabric Focus – Viscose Viscose is one of … Continue reading →

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Stoff & Stil help me sew a bag!

Posted on October 15, 2018 by

When I first introduced a puppy to my household, I was given loads of advice: You are now parent to a toddler that never grows up Hide anything you care about Always walk into the home before she does Give … Continue reading →

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The Myosotis Dress In Viscose

Posted on October 8, 2018 by

The last time I sewed this Deer & Doe Myosotis Dress, I announced I’d make a second version in silk. I didn’t. I made it again in viscose bought for £3 a metre from The Bloke Outside Asda. Just kidding! … Continue reading →

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Autumn Sewing Inspiration & Totally Random Question

Posted on October 2, 2018 by

The season’s are changing. Does nature’s palette influence your sewing and colour choices? I would never have paired my turquoise earrings with red lace, if I hadn’t spotted a local cottage garden. This stunning cotton lawn from Sew Me Sunshine … Continue reading →

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