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Sticks, knives, sewing and our souls: Looking forward to 2016

By Victoria As-it-Seams - 04:41
This post is about sticks, knives and our souls. But have no fear, a little sewing does creep in... And so does my beautiful boy - who is making a rare appearance on As it Seams. We've just enjoyed a calm and lovely Christmas, with time together as a family. And at last a few calm moments to write this post. I wanted...

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Japanese Sewing Week - an 'Alice in Wonderland' blouse

By Victoria As-it-Seams - 02:29
Giveaway, giveaway alert! Scroll to bottom if you're in a rush! It's the first ever Japanese Sewing Week!  My contribution to JSW, organised by Sara at Made by Sara combines two 'inspirations'; a Japanese pattern and Alice in Wonderland. I know, that's a bit strange, the link will become clear. The details Pattern - Pintucked blouse, Happy Homemade Sew Chic Kids by Tuttle...

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Tutorial: Adding BiasTrim. A Hand-illustrated Guide

By Victoria As-it-Seams - 15:12
Want  a bit more colour on a collar? Or a pocket? Or a cuff? Bias trim is the new piping! I like the flatness of the finish, and the almost 'military' stripes it can add to a dress, like this newly finished Tinny dress, blogged here.   . Before I go straight in to the Step-by-Step, here's a few thoughts.  I'm not a...

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Pandas, playing, and pausing to breathe...

By Victoria As-it-Seams - 13:26
Hello! I'm back! Anyone remember me?  It's so long since I posted here that I'm playing catch up. I have many things sewn and not blogged. Like this little panda tunic. This wonderful fabric was a gift from one of our Paris Sew Social sponsors, Alles fuer Selbermacher. She was so kind and thoughtful - a half metre of this stunning panda knit, in...

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Madeit Fashion Week - How an umbrella saved the catwalk

By Victoria As-it-Seams - 06:00
It's fashion show time! Welcome to Madeit Fashion Week, showcasing the new Fold2 collection of patterns designed by the Madeit duo, Olu and Anna. And prizes and discount! Scroll to the bottom if you're after the goodies! Now... ta, da! Welcome Missy to the Madeit catwalk, wearing the Pocket Fold skirt. The pocketfold skirt is such a clever design, with unique origami inspired...

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