DIY Fashion

I had wanted to sew something from a Japanese sewing book for a while, and finally had some time to do it during my study break. I chose a loose,…

A shirt dress sewing pattern is a timeless addition to your handmade wardrobe. Rather than a trend-based and fussy dress design, a shirt dress is a classic piece that will…

Do you want to sew clothes that show off your unique style, personality and inviduality? Are your current clothes failing to reflect who you are? Your dream handmade wardrobe should…

You can quickly translate fabrics in Japanese to English, with this handy chart. I’ll also show you some examples of the most commonly used fabrics in Japanese sewing patterns! Fabrics…

Many of us who are blessed enough to know how to sew, have been sewing face masks for family, friends, colleagues and essential workers. I love the idea of making…

Thousands of Little Boxy Dresses (LBD) have been made, so of course, we’ve seen lots of tweaks and design changes. Each completed dress makes a showcase of the wearer’s creativity,…

Wow, 3000 women have taken part in my Little Boxy Dress Sewing Workshop. Isn’t that amazing? I’m so proud of each and every participant who decided they deserved to indulge…

This cross back apron pattern for adults and kids is available now in my shop, Sew in Love Patterns. It comes in six sizes, and is a fun and easy…

I made my own ruffle sleeve dress pattern after being inspired by a $175 Madewell dress. It had a v-neck line, dropped shoulders and a cute ruffle sleeve…and I thought,…

Among my growing collection of Japanese dress patterns, Yoshiko Tsukiori’s Sweet Dress Book is a favourite. I’ve just made a pink version of her perfect daytime dress. I have a…

The Japanese Knot Bag Online Sewing Workshop just happened. A bunch of busy, hard working women carved out time in their hectic schedules to PRIORITISE their creativity. And the result?…

It’s hard to resist a free sewing pattern, especially if it’s a simple and chic one from a Japanese sewing pattern designer! Here are 7 free patterns for women you…

New Japanese sewing books are being published all the time. It can be overwhelming to choose from the huge range available, so here are my top picks for sewing pattern…

Are you curious, but a little intimidated by Japanese sewing patterns? Those simple, understated designs, often touted as “origami for fabric”. Who wouldn’t want to give them a try? 7…

High waisted wide leg pants are incredibly feminine and sophisticated. Here’s a tutorial on how to alter a low to medium waist sewing pattern to create your own high waisted…

Are you intimidated by PDF sewing patterns? Also known as digital sewing patterns, PDF sewing patterns are a new and exciting way to sew. Once you’ve tried them, you too…

When a fellow sewing blogger I admire launched a kimono jacket pattern, I was so excited for her. I just had to try Emily from Endearing Everyday’s new sewing pattern:…

A simple linen dress is at the forefront of Japanese sewing pattern design, and this one is just gorgeous. It’s from Yoshiko Tsukiori’s book, Sweet Dress Book. A collection of…

Yoshiko Tsukiori Pattern H from Stylish Dress Book Yoshiko Tsukiori is a popular Japanese sewing pattern designer. Many of her books have been translated into English, including Stylish Dress Book,…

Are you a cat lover? Here’s a cute new craft book dedicated to our feline friends. It’s quirky, creative and totally Japanese. Take a Look Inside: The Cat Lovers Craft…