February 2024 Sewing Round Up

This is a run through of everything I made in February. I start with my sewing makes, and I then talk about other crafty things I've gotten up to. I then share a bit of a life/health update and how I've been progressing with my 24 for 2024. If you prefer to skip ahead to particular sections, you can use the chapters below:

0:00 intro
0:45 color blocked sweatsuit
5:33 willa wrap coat
13:24 grafton and concord tees
13:59 arden pants
17:21 costa tote
19:33 olya shirt
25:11 festival llama cushion
27:37 dress alteration
29:06 life update
31:19 24 for 2024 update


Sewing Pattern and Fabrics used:
Color Blocked Sweatsuit was made from the Mile End Sweatshirt by Closet Core Patterns and the Stella Joggers from the Tilly and the Buttons 'Stretch' book. Both were made in fleece backed cotton sweatshirting and ribbing from Guthrie and Ghani.
Willa Wrap Coat by Jennifer Lauren Handmade was made in a polyester boucle with Liberty Tana Lawn lining, both from the Knitting and Stitching Show 2023.
Grafton Top and Concord Tee by Cashmerette were both made in cotton jersey from Sew Me Sunshine.
Arden Pants by Helen's Closet in cotton linen blend from Sew Me Sunshine.
Costa Tote by Helen's Closet from fabric scraps.
Olya Shirt by Paper Theory in handwoven cotton batiste from Blackbird Fabrics.
Punch Needle Kit by Trimits: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Trimits-Punc...

Mentioned in this video:
My Sew Frugal 2024 Color Blocking Inspiration
   • My Plans For Sew Frugal #SewFrugal24  

Concord vs Grafton
   • Which Cashmerette T-Shirt Fits Best?  

My 24 for 2024 Plans
   • Sewing Resolutions for 2024 + My 24 for 20...  

Chai recipe/instructions
   • MASTERCLASS IN CHAI | How to make the perf...  

My friend's perfect Chai blend (for 1 cup), use technique in video above
3 cardamom pods (crushed)
4cm piece ginger (smashed)
4 cloves
pinch of fennel
1/4 stick cinnamon
sugar to taste


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