Thursday: Threads gone wrong

by Kristyn // April 1, 2015 // 4 Comments

Today, it’s all about the disasters. Most people only see my beautiful finished sewing: a skirt, an dress or that awesome teepee… but, you know what? My sewing doesn’t always work out the way I want or plan it to.... Continue reading →

DIY Teepee from recycled materials

by Kristyn // March 25, 2015 // 10 Comments

Guyzzzz, I’m loving teepees at the moment! Lucky for me, I have 3 adorable reasons to make them.. the first being this little squishy face right here – niece number 1, Miss Mia Middleton. Cutest little Munchie around. I had... Continue reading →

Upcycled business shirt to apron

by Kristyn // March 19, 2015 // 2 Comments

Aprons!! I love them! Who would have guessed? I had no idea they were so much fun, and in years past I wouldn’t have thought I’d be going crazy for them. Especially for gifts! They can be so easily personalised…... Continue reading →

DIY Side panel dress (Butterick pattern 6774)

by Kristyn // March 11, 2015 // 10 Comments

I have a mountain of old patterns, like, probably 50. I’ve maybe purchased 6 of these – only 2 of them brand new. I’m not even kidding when I say I find soo many great patterns at op shops. The... Continue reading →

Up-cycling fabrics

by Kristyn // March 5, 2015 // 2 Comments

Heyyyy guys! I’m sorry I missed last Thursday Threads… I got a killer migraine by my ex-best friend, blue cheese! Who knew that if you eat a giant chunk of blue cheese it can stop you for days. Trust me... Continue reading →

DIY loose summer dress (Victory Pattern – Simone Style)

by Kristyn // February 18, 2015 // 9 Comments

In September 2014, I travelled to the US and Canada to see my favourite Hoppings and Brodes. I had a bit of time to myself in beautiful Vancouver, so I went looking for some sewing-spiration at the local sewing shops.... Continue reading →

DIY men’s work shirt to shirt/dress refashion

by Kristyn // February 12, 2015 // 3 Comments

Just recently, I discovered the huge number of quality business shirts circulating in second hand stores. This find was sparked when I came past a whole pile of my step dad’s old work shirts (hi Johnny!) hiding in a spare... Continue reading →

DIY dress from jeans and a sheet (Make it easy pattern #25)

by Kristyn // February 5, 2015 // 3 Comments

Hi again everyone! Gawsh! These Thursday Thread postings come around so quickly… I love it! So, last week I posted about another handmade bodice I made which I attached a silk sari skirt using MAKE IT EASY: Mix and match... Continue reading →