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Hacking the Ladies Qipao to a 2 piece set

For this year, in the spirit of reducing my cluttered wardrobe with pieces that can only be worn once, I’ve decided make a more versatile and multitasking outfit, by using the same pattern, but hacked into a 2pc set. I’ll wear them both together…

January 3, 2023

Sew Along with A Year of Sewing with Nani Iro – Part 4 of 4

And we are at the final stretch! If you haven’t caught up yet, here are the links for previous videos. Quick Recap of what we covered in the last three weeks Part 1 (6 Aug) – How to use the book, locating the patterns on…

August 27, 2022

Sew Along with A Year of Sewing with Nani Iro – Part 3 of 4

Quick Recap of what we covered in the last two weeks Part 1 (6 Aug) – How to use the book, locating the patterns on the pattern sheet, tracing and adding seam allowances. Part 2 (13 Aug) – Cutting out the fabric pieces, preparing the…

August 20, 2022

Sew Along with A Year of Sewing with Nani Iro – Part 2 of 4

Quick Recap of what we covered last week Part 1 (6 Aug) – How to use the book, locating the patterns on the pattern sheet, tracing and adding seam allowances. Today we will be cutting out the fabric pieces, preparing the pieces for sewing,  and…

August 13, 2022

Sew Along with A Year of Sewing with Nani Iro – Part 1 of 4

Welcome to the part 1 of the Sew-along! I’m sure you are as excited as I am! This sew-along is brought to you by Zakka Workshop. Zakka Workshop is a publisher of distinctive craft books, patterns, and kits inspired by fresh, contemporary Japanese design.…

August 6, 2022

Book Flip-Through of A Year of Sewing with Nani Iro

It’s finally here! The long-awaited English translation of Naomi Ito’s latest sewing book – 季節をまとう 一年の服 . The English title of the book is “A Year of Sewing with Nani Iro” and it even has a brand new cover! I was so excited when…

July 2, 2022

Book Flip Through Video of Sew Basic! – for Boys and Girls

Book Flip Through Video of Sew Basic! – for Boys and Girls   Book Details Japanese Title : SEW BASIC For boys and girls 反抗期手前の君に着せたい服 English Title : SEW BASIC For boys and girls Sizes : 130-160cm (height) No. of sewing projects : 34…

April 16, 2021

Book Flip Through Video of A Sunny Spot – Daily Simple & Comfy Clothes

Book Flip Through Video of A Sunny Spot – Daily Simple & Comfy Clothes   Book Details Japanese Title : a sunny spot シンプルで着やすい まいにち服 English Title : A Sunny Spot – Daily simple & comfy clothes Publisher : KADOKAWA Published date : February…

April 2, 2021

Book Review and Flip Through Video – Easy Masks to Make

Need more ideas for Masks? Here’s a new book all about Easy Masks to Sew! This book was originally published in Japanese by Boutique-sha, and now translated into English by Zakka Workshop. You can find patterns for simple masks, pleated masks, contour masks for…

November 11, 2020