Today my review is of The Ludlow Ladies Society, the latest release from bestselling Irish author Ann O’ Loughlin. It is a story about the importance of female friendship, a story of grief, compassion and resilience.
Today I join debut writer Natalie Fergie on tour with her novel The Sewing Machine. In this book we get to trace the life of one vintage sewing machine as it passes through generations across 100 years. A really lovely read!!
He watches. He waits. He kills … Last to Die is the latest psychological thriller from Irish Writer Arlene Hunt. Published by Bookouture, it is due for publication on 24th June 2016. I received my copy from NetGalley and Bookouture in exchange for my honest review.
Small bit of panic now that classes are over and I’m on my own!!!! I’ve been working on one piece for awhile now but picking up other bits & bobs in fabric shops in the last couple of weeks. I’ve felt a little lost admittedly with no particular guidance so I have decided to allocate…
Ok….I have to admit here that this whole sewing journey has stepped up a notch & I think it’s about time I considered making a few investments. My problem is though what should that investment be??? i have a fairly basic model of a machine but even I wasn’t fully aware of…
I posted an article on my facebook page a few weeks ago about Appliquè, admittedly not knowing anything about it. I was encouraged by both Sarah Flynn & Nikki Perkins to give a go. Thank you ladies 🙂 So with their recommendations in mind I went into Cork Craft Supplies in…
One sunny afternoon at home and this is what happens in my house!! Everything got pulled out as my 12 year old & myself decided to get creative. I have started to collect fabric now whenever I see something a bit different. I never know what I’m going to make but I always…
Seriously, this is as easy as the name suggests…..I love it!!! This is the perfect NO-SEW tutu to make for any occasion. It is perfect in black/purple for Halloween, yellow for Easter, pink for ballet or I as I have made it, for St. Patrick’s Day. I went into Cork City with the intention of…
Well folks, Since I last wrote about my sewing I have been very busy at my machine. My only difficulty is finding a time slot when my two girls aren’t fighting over whose turn it is next!! My sewing class is gaining momentum and I am currently making a dress for my 12 year…
There are a multitude of tips & tricks to be learned when sewing. In the short time that I have been doing it I have picked up a few that I hope will be of benefit to you. Basic Tools of the Trade: Scissors – Invest in the best you can afford.…