Ah, Japanese sewing books - they've been a recent, and happy, discovery on my sewing journey.  So I was thrilled when Tuttle, who publish translations of some of the loveliest Japanese pattern books, agreed to sponsor the London Sew Social gathering this year.  We all generously received a pattern book, and this week, the London Sew Socialists are sharing creations from Tuttle's books, showcasing...

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It's been a rough old year, so our holiday in the south of France was really, really needed.  Of course the landscape is wonderful, the sunshine endless. But what was really special was having those little moments of time together. Like watching my son teaching my daughter card tricks. Or seeing them both explore mediaeval streets of tiny villages by lantern light. And...

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