There have got to be some perks with being friends with someone who runs a fabric store right? Well our one and only @missbenedetto gets to enjoy one. It is in the form of the Wiksten Haori Jacket which we made from a combination of a Green and Red Ghanaian wax print on the outside and the colour popping Honey Yellow Adire for the lining.
The beauty of the pattern is that it is fully reversible so Miss B gets to choose which side takes her fancy. She’s a photographer and a darn good one at that so check out her Instagram!
What have you made lately out of African fabric? Do share if it is a Wiksten Haori or Shift. We’d love to see!
Ever wondered what to make with your African wax prints? Ankara dresses are a great way to make a fashion statement and have the added bonus of being the perfect canvas for a bold large print. You get to appreciate the more intricate fabric designs especially the larger print motifs. Here are a few of …
I have been itching to make the Wiksten Kimono Jacket for a while as I have seen sooooo many gorgeous versions on Instagram. Just have a look at the #wikstenoversizedkimonojacket and #wikstenkimono hashtags to see what people have made. The pattern gives the option of three different jacket lengths so I went for the mid. …
This is the first in our exploration of prints and patterns. We, and by we I mean I, will be honing my sewing skills whilst experimenting using African fabric to make interesting sewing patterns. I often come across great sewing patterns, with Pinterest and Instagram full of completed garments by avid sewers. I thought it …
Astrid does it again in her gorgeous maxi skirt made from our green and brown crevette print. As you can see, Ankara travels well and Astrid makes it look fabulous! Do share your creations from our fabrics and we’ll send you a special discount code for a discount on your next order. We’ll also be …
The ever so elegant Georgina made this gorgeous outfit from the Circles Ankara Print in Yellow and Blue. Georgina rocked her outfit to a reception hosted by the President of Greece at his palace in Athens! Behind her is a traditional Greek soldier. Loving the layering of cultures and traditions! Georgina says she has had …
Look What They Made: Urbanstax for Miss B
There have got to be some perks with being friends with someone who runs a fabric store right? Well our one and only @missbenedetto gets to enjoy one. It is in the form of the Wiksten Haori Jacket which we made from a combination of a Green and Red Ghanaian wax print on the outside and the colour popping Honey Yellow Adire for the lining.
The beauty of the pattern is that it is fully reversible so Miss B gets to choose which side takes her fancy. She’s a photographer and a darn good one at that so check out her Instagram!
What have you made lately out of African fabric? Do share if it is a Wiksten Haori or Shift. We’d love to see!
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Look What They Made: Urbanstax- Wiksten Kimono Jacket
I have been itching to make the Wiksten Kimono Jacket for a while as I have seen sooooo many gorgeous versions on Instagram. Just have a look at the #wikstenoversizedkimonojacket and #wikstenkimono hashtags to see what people have made. The pattern gives the option of three different jacket lengths so I went for the mid. …
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This is the first in our exploration of prints and patterns. We, and by we I mean I, will be honing my sewing skills whilst experimenting using African fabric to make interesting sewing patterns. I often come across great sewing patterns, with Pinterest and Instagram full of completed garments by avid sewers. I thought it …
Look What They Made! Astrid in Crevette
Astrid does it again in her gorgeous maxi skirt made from our green and brown crevette print. As you can see, Ankara travels well and Astrid makes it look fabulous! Do share your creations from our fabrics and we’ll send you a special discount code for a discount on your next order. We’ll also be …
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The ever so elegant Georgina made this gorgeous outfit from the Circles Ankara Print in Yellow and Blue. Georgina rocked her outfit to a reception hosted by the President of Greece at his palace in Athens! Behind her is a traditional Greek soldier. Loving the layering of cultures and traditions! Georgina says she has had …