This new batik from Nigeria is my current favourite out of all the new batiks we just received. We have loads of new batik designs and we are slowly getting them photographed and listed on the site so watch this space. This one is a speckled, mottled mix of greens, pale peach, white and more. …
We are sharing a fun make for the weekend. Kirsten has sent us a picture of her latest creation, made from our Turquoise and Blue-black batik, which is this funky Jazz Hat made using her own pattern. Nicely done! What creations do you have lined up for the weekend? Do share!
The brand new pattern from Wiksten launches today and we have them all stocked up and ready to ship!. The Wiksten Shift Dress and Top pattern looks to be a versatile and stylish pattern for wardrobe staples. You can make the top or dress versions and customise your make with options for patch pockets, waist …
Wasn’t this year’s Great British Sewing Bee just fab?! Thoroughly enjoyed all the creativity and sewing. Can’t wait for the next season to swing round. Better still, do you fancy giving it a go yourself? The search for the next set of participants has already begun. Applications have already opened for the 6th season next …
Looking for sewing inspiration? In the current issue of Love Sewing Magazine, there is great pencil skirt made from our Orange and Yellow Birdcage Ankara. We totally agree that skirts are such a great way to rock a bold and bright print. You can then colour block with a nice top, t-shirt or blouse.
A stunning colour combination. We now have in stock a selection of Green and Yellow Shweshwe prints from South Africa. You can get these by the metre or you could try one of our mixed fabric bundles. Have a small project? You could also consider the fat quarter bundle which consists of all 5 prints.
We will be at the spring Knitting and Stitching Show at Kensington Olympia next month. This is a great chance to see and feel our fabric in person. We will be on stand G16 and you can find event details below. DATES: 28th February to 3rd March, 2019 OPENING TIMES: THURSDAY 10.00am to 5.30pm FRIDAY: …
This classic print has an abstract shell motif. It is also sometimes called ‘Bunch of Bananas’. It is quite a stark design and therefore dramatic print. Check out our Pinterest board below to see what people have made from this vintage print. As you can see from the image above, the motifs are quite large …
Kirsten has made the Merchant and Mills Trapeze dress with our Violet Marble batik. Great fabric and pattern combination, if we may say so ourselves. The Marble Batiks are great because you don’t have to worry too much about pattern placement, so you can relax and enjoy your sewing. The trapeze dress is also a …
Annibale cycling design and make the coolest cycling accessories. From cycling caps, musettes to pouches the range is bright and fun; a lot of them made out of African Wax Print. Some are even from yours truly! Are you a cyclist? If you want to step up your cycling gear game, visit their Etsy shop.