Re-introducing myself here. 🧵I help aspiring dressmakers create clothes they love that fit,& help absolute beginners master their sewing machine. 🧵I'm a best selling Author. I’ve been a Costumier for 30 years. I gained an MA 51. I’m a cheese addict https://t.co/4HRXikuopq

Do you remember when you joined X? I do! #MyXAnniversary

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If there was ever a moment to turn off your auto posting on UK social media now is that tine. 🇬🇧💚

Shirt plackets are fiddly & conceptually tricky to master.BUT, they do add a polish to your garment making, elevating your clothes to a more professional level. So, do you love them, or loathe them? Or maybe you’re yet to try one? Written handout here https://t.co/3pnnYI8VvO

3 reasons to learn to sew! #1- smugly saying “yes I made this” when asked about your lovely stuff. #2- making whatever it is you want, rather than buying only what is available # - making time for yourself away from the hustle of workday productivity https://t.co/piWMKFNsZJ

I’m doing a spot of housekeeping over on my YouTube channel and would love a little feedback if you’ve got a few mins? What 3 sewing problems are you looking to solve at the moment? You can reply via this poll https://t.co/G0bNSjW3JF|*

Can anyone help a girl out this coming Tuesday?

Planning some summer sewing over the weekend? Stretch fabric is super comfy, but can feel a little scary when it’s a new to you fabric. Here’s my top tips for sewing with stretchy fabrics https://t.co/iH4cFvFEHm

WELCOME TO FASHION REVOLUTION WEEK 2022 📆 Today is the official first day of #FashionRevolutionWeek, and we can’t wait for the next seven days of action to transform the fashion system! Get involved: https://t.co/CYrGmA50Er

The most accessible way to start sewing is with a needle and thread. This is a simple trick for creating a big knot so your stitching doesn’t unravel #learntosew #beginnerssewing #handsewing #sewing

Word of the day is 'thinkache' (19th century): the bone-weariness that comes from too much (painful) thinking.

The one simple pattern adaptation that will definitely improve the look and fit of your me-made clothes is to adjust the height of the darts to match the height of YOUR bustline Here’s 2 methods for raising or lowering darts. https://t.co/dpJXaiBgpo #sewing #fittingtips

Word of the day is ‘flagitious’ (14th century): unspeakably wicked; guilty of heinous crimes.

There are many types of love, but the greatest one to cultivate is self love. Loving & cherishing yourself improves all your relationships. Pictured are my Valentine pj’s made with my beginner pattern. Waking in these made me feel loved & cherished. 💕💝 #sewing #selfcare

Ever wondered how to attach a v neckband to a t shirt? Join me this Saturday for my live zoom “sewing school” webinar and I’ll show you two methods. https://t.co/Bxii8pWVV5

Getting it done trumps getting it perfect Without progress we stagnate, overthink, analyse, & let in fear of failure. If you’re sewing this weekend, let go of perfectionism #learntosew #sewing #letgoofperfection #getitdone #beginnersewing

Why craft can help if you feel low &/or anxious: 🧵Repetitive movements of hands & eyes cause release of feel-good neurotransmitter serotonin 🧶Dopamine’s released on completing a task, triggering a natural high ✂️ 40 minutes of making decreases levels of stress hormone

Even after 12 years, teaching people to use the sewing machine just never gets old! ✂️🎉🙏 #learntosew #beginnersewing #sewing #sewyourownclothes #onlinesewingclasses

Ever dived in at the deep end of a dressmaking project only to lose confidence after picking a complex project that didn’t go well? Best plan is to start simple & master skills at each level. Great post with tips for starting your dressmaking journey

Word of the Day is one I’ve repeated often, because the time has surely come. ‘Respair’, from the 16th century, is fresh hope, and a recovery from despair.