The Haymeadow

And we’re off!! Welcome to December 1st, Day 1 of Vlogmas 2023!!! Both the @beyond.thepinkdoor and @thedahliasewciety advent's are 12 days this year, with that in mind I’ll be opening them on alternate days. Andrea from Beyond the Pink Door instructed us to start today 1st December so be ready for The Dahlia Sewciety tomorrow. #BTPDAdventCalendar Featured Maker: https://www.fiain.ie/ (ships only within the Republic of Ireland) Fiain: Fiain is a grooming and lifestyle brand established in 2017 and proudly handmade in Galway, Ireland. BRAND MANIFESTO: Fiain (pronounced ‘fee-awn’)is the Irish language word for wild. Our independent workshop hails from the gnarly west coast of Ireland. We’re committed to bringing back the premium quality of yesteryear, at the same time infusing a healthy dose of design-led style into everything we make. Our small bootstrapped enterprise was built from the ground up, with grit, passion & no small amount of imagination. Thank you so much for following us on this exciting journey. #fiaincrafted @fiaincrafted I also have the @officeworks @kadink Christmas craft advent with the result being a Christmas holiday scene decoration. #officeworks Calendars: Beyond the Pink Door (Sold out) - https://www.beyondthepinkdoor.com/en-au The Dahlia Sewciety (Sold Out) - https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ Officeworks - https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/search?q=advent%20calendar&view=grid&page=1&sortBy=bestmatch See you tomorrow! My Instagram https://www.instagram.com/surroundedbymuppets/ #vlogmas2023 #vlogmas #smallsewingchannel #adventcalendar2023 #advent #advent2023 #sewing #sewingover40 #sewingismysuperpower #aussievlogger #aussiesewing #australiansewingcommunity #adelaidesewing #imakemyownclothes #sewersofinstagram #sewersgonnasew #sewingvlogger #sewingismypassion #sewingismytherapy #memade #sew #sewist #memadewardrobe #isew #aussiesewist

Can you believe we’re here again already! Unlike last year where we were packing to move house in January and I was also changing jobs in January, this year it’s a cake walk!! Although I have no firm plans as such, we will be opening THREE yes 3 advent calendars! Calendars: Beyond the Pink Door (Sold out) - https://www.beyondthepinkdoor.com/ The Dahlia Sewciety (Sold Out) - https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ Officeworks - https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/search?q=advent%20calendar&view=grid&page=1&sortBy=bestmatch I look forward to sharing the fun lead up to Christmas with you! See you tomorrow! My Instagram https://www.instagram.com/surroundedbymuppets/ #vlogmas2023 #vlogmas #smallsewingchannel #adventcalendar2023 #advent #advent2023 #sewing

Adelaide Frocktails has been and gone for another year and I was lucky enough to snag the last ticket and attend a fabulous and fun evening meeting and catching up with my gorgeous fellow Adelaide and interstate sewing friends. I’ve mentioned before that I am not really the socialist of butterflies which I’m sure some of you probably don’t believe but is in fact true. Once of the best things about getting together with sewing people is it’s so easy to strike up a conversation and meet new people. Once I think I recognise a pattern or admire a fabric or garment I have no hesitation offering a compliment or asking a question and introducing myself! I was extremely flattered this year to have one of my wonderful subscribers, Stacey of @always_sews_alot on Instagram mention she was also going to be there and greeted me moments after I stepped in. That really broke the nerves for me 😊 Stacey was also part of the team to bring Frocktails to Adelaide this year, so although I forgot to mention that in the video, I want to recognise her and the other hard working ladies for all their efforts. As Robert Burns once wrote: The best laid schemes o’ mice an’ men Gang aft agley! Or as we know it, the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry! Although I had every intention of making the new Style Arc Trinnie dress, that plan was quickly surpassed when I opened my recent The Dahlia Sewciety Spring Deluxe box, gazed upon the gorgeous Fabric Godmother viscose jacquard fabric and watched the video that accompanies the box. Of course, there is some additional rambling throughout the video too! I couldn’t work out how to abscond with the photos of Frocktails from Instagram so you can check out our Adelaide Frocktails 2023 Instagram pics here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CyaCokpR8y3/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== What I’m wearing: Style Arc – Trinnie expansion pack https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/trinnie-extension-pack/ Fabric – Spotlight - https://www.spotlightstores.com/sewing-fabrics/dress-apparel-fabrics/woven-apparel/rayon/dahlia-135-cm-rayon/BP80601855-green - https://www.spotlightstores.com/sewing-fabrics/dress-apparel-fabrics/woven-apparel/rayon/papillon-135-cm-rayon/BP80610475-navy Patterns I mention: Fibre Mood – Giulia https://www.fibremood.com/en/patterns/634-giulia-dress Style Arc – Trinnie https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/trinnie-woven-dress/ Style Arc – Trinnie expansion pack https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/trinnie-extension-pack/ Kylie and the Machine - KATM Fabric ID Tape https://www.kylieandthemachine.shop/products/katm-fabric-id-tape-1-tape-roll Other YouTube Channels mentioned: Kristen @thedahliasewciety - https://youtube.com/@thedahliasewciety?si=TbBqPCcy1RMzAqrR Alex @AlexJudgeSews - https://youtube.com/@AlexJudgeSews?si=uqGV1iLrDZpOx_9U Alex introducing the Curated Closet approach - https://youtu.be/RaqXlNX_8Pc?si=AWvo_EYJ3c5JjWz4 #smallsewingchannel If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Another amazing box has arrived on my doorstep all the way from Ireland carefully curated by Andrea, Caroline and Sarah of @Beyondthepinkdoor fame! This month I opened the box to see a gorgeous monochrome black and white colour scheme (which I love just quietly) waiting for me. Some wistful thoughts of a bygone day with the lollies included, that reminds me I better check for a tattoo!! I’m going to pull out the coloured pencils to colour in the postcard, what a great idea! The boutique makers gift this month is so handy and cute, I love these boxes! But of course, the star of the show as it always is, is the fabric. And what a perfect fabric as we head into the warmer months Down Under. I have a pattern in mind and have a toile ready to be made up already! Grab a cuppa and settle in to open another stunning BTPD box with me! Beyond The Pink Door - https://www.beyondthepinkdoor.com/en-au The Chair Lady Hythe - @thechairladyhythe What I’m wearing: Wardrobe by me – Esther Blouse https://wardrobebyme.com/products/esther-blouse-sewing-pattern Patterns I mention: Fibre Mood – Giulia https://www.fibremood.com/en/patterns/634-giulia-dress Style Arc – Trinnie https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/trinnie-woven-dress/ Style Arc – Trinnie expansion pack https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/trinnie-extension-pack/ If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work #smallsewingchannel #sewingvlogger

I may not have a pink parlour, but what I do have is the Spring Deluxe box from The Dahlia Sewciety which I knew had Fabric Godmother fabric in it this month, 3 metres of it in fact! I’m eating the coconut ice while I’m typing this up (it’s a two-serving bar…. But I’m going to eat the lot!). As usual during the unboxing I had no idea what I might make with the fabric, does anyone else’s brain just evaporate when they are on the spot like that? I’ve since watched Kristen’s video that comes with the box and love the dress that we have as our discount this time. I know, I totally forgot to mention the discounted pattern. It’s the Giulia dress from Fibre Mood, lovely easy wear column/sheath style with an elastic waist. I think I’m even going to make it up in the fabric. I couldn’t believe how gorgeous Kristens was in the video. Simple dress that leaves all the work to the fabric and when you have such a beautiful fabric the dress just sings. The Dahlia Sewciety: https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ T2 - https://www.t2tea.com/en/au Elly’s Gluten Free - https://ellys.com.au/products/cherry-almond-coconut-snow Lacey Lou Sparkles - https://laceylousparkles.com.au/ Place of Haven Candles - https://placeofhaven.com/ What I’m wearing: Friday Pattern Co. – Donny Shirt Fabric – Itokri 100% lightweight cotton Patterns I mentioned: Fibre Mood – Giulia https://www.fibremood.com/en/patterns/634-giulia-dress Style Arc – Trinnie https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/trinnie-woven-dress/ Style Arc – Trinnie expansion pack https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/trinnie-extension-pack/ If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work #smallsewingchannel #dahliasewciety

First up, En plein air actually means ‘outside’ so painting en plein air means ‘painting outside’ Figured I should correct that one! Question: Do you have a type of fabric that represents a season or seasons? I know I do, I have one type in particular which always brings to mind sunny days and picnics! Guess what I found in the En plein air box…. YES, that fabric and I cannot wait to show you! I have to say this box is right up there as one of, if not my favourite! In fact everything in this box is simply a perfect fit. What I’m wearing: Pattern Emporium – Meet you there dress Fabric – Ikea 100% cotton quilt cover The Dahlia Sewciety: https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ @thedahliasewciety Douwe Egberts - https://www.douwe-egberts.com/ Kez’s Kitchen - https://kezs.com.au/ Empire Australia - https://empirebathandbody.com.au/ The Strawberry Thief - https://thestrawberrythief.com.au/ Patterns I mentioned: Pattern Emporium – Meet you there Dress https://patternemporium.com/collections/ladies-dress-patterns/products/meet-you-there-tiered-dress-top-sewing-pattern-woven-fabrics Marsha Style – Cortney Top & Dress https://marshastyle.com/product/cortney-top-dress-pdf-pattern/ If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work #smallsewingchannel

Thanks for stopping by and clicking on my video 😊 An adventure is seriously what it was! I am back on the sewing wagon now after overcoming the blow this dress dealt out! After talking about this make, well the fabric, for so long I decided it needed it’s own video to go through the highs and lows. Fabric c/- The Dahlia Sewciety Bespoke box – Wild at heart The Dahlia Sewciety: https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ What I’m wearing: Named Clothing – Helmi Trench Blouse & Tunic Dress (Printed or PDF available) https://www.namedclothing.com/products/helmi-trench-blouse Patterns I mentioned: Named Clothing – Reeta Shirt Dress (Printed or PDF available) https://www.namedclothing.com/products/reeta-shirt-dress Atelier Jupe – Frida Blouse (Printed or PDF available) https://atelierjupe.com/products/copy-of-frida-blouse-pdf-pattern If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Hello there and welcome!! Spring has sprung here in the lovely Barossa and the weather is warming up. After a lengthy wait this time my BTPD box has arrived (Yay!!) just in time for some Spring/Summer inspiration! I’ve got an update on what’s in store for a few future videos, which funnily enough makes me think of Vlogmas which wasn’t on my radar until just now! I guess I’ll need to start making some notes on that soon. Beyond The Pink Door - https://www.beyondthepinkdoor.com/en-au What I’m wearing: Sew to Grow – Bondi Top in linen remnant pieces from Spotlight Patterns I mention: Sew to Grow – Bondi Top - https://www.sewtogrow.com.au/product-page/the-bondi-top Pattern Emporium – Lounge Dress - https://patternemporium.com/collections/ladies-dress-patterns/products/lounge-dress-hi-lo-shirt-tail-hoodie-sewing-pattern If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Are we ready for a touch of luxury and pampering? I don’t know about you, but I sure am! We’re diving under the sea this month with a gorgeous box full of divine indulgence. From the edibles to the fabric there is quality spoiling us at every turn. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Haymeadow vlog without the obligatory off-track ramble and there’s some of that too! I’d hate for you to think my life was any less chaotic as anyone else’s! The Dahlia Sewciety: https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ What I’m wearing: Nothing me made! Oh the shame of it! The Chocolate Box - https://chocolatebox.com.au/collections/chocolates?filter.p.m.custom.type=Bars Robert Timms Coffee Bags - https://roberttimms.com.au/coffee-bags/ Empire Australia - https://empirebathandbody.com.au/ Patterns I mentioned: Swim style Patterns – The Ritual Dress https://swimstyle.com.au/collections/apparel-patterns/products/the-ritual-dress-short Tammy Handmade – Naya T-shirt https://www.tammyhandmade.com/product/naya-t-shirt-sewing-pattern-digital-pdf-sizes-6-32/ Maison Fauve – La Movida Fauvista Collection now available in PDF https://en.maison-fauve.com/collections/patrons-couture-movida-fauvista-printemps-ete-2022 Marisa Top - https://en.maison-fauve.com/collections/patrons-couture-movida-fauvista-printemps-ete-2022/products/patron-couture-top-marisa-patron-pdf-a0-a3-a4-et-us-letter Penelope Dress - https://en.maison-fauve.com/collections/patrons-couture-movida-fauvista-printemps-ete-2022/products/patron-couture-robe-penelope-patron-pdf-a0-a3-a4-et-us-letter Pilar Jacket - https://en.maison-fauve.com/collections/patrons-couture-movida-fauvista-printemps-ete-2022/products/patron-couture-blouson-pilar-patron-pdf-a0-a3-a4-et-us-letter If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Hello and welcome back! An especially big hello to all my new subscribers, I hope you’ve made a beverage and settled in for the next 20 minutes of unboxing fun and chatter. I’ve been impatiently waiting on this box since forever! I knew we were in for the new box design this time and have been avoiding any other unboxings or pics! NOT DISAPOINTED!!! What I’m wearing: Nothing me made! The shame of it! Beyond The Pink Door - https://www.beyondthepinkdoor.com/en-au Beyond The Pink Door – Advent Calendar Pre Order - https://btpdthinkpink.myshopify.com/ Beyond The Pink Door – YouTube Channel – Sunday Live 6th August - https://www.youtube.com/live/hbjvwtvTghY?feature=share The Foods of Athenry - https://www.foodsofathenry.ie/shop Patterns I mention: True Bias – Rio Ringer - https://truebias.com/collections/all/products/rio-ringer-t-shirt-dress-size-14-30 If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

And here I was thinking I had mastered the whole YT filming lark….. well not today! Here is take two of the Midday Mimosa unboxing! I've also got my recent makes to show of, I've actually made something! Here’s a piece of exciting news too, The Haymeadow turns 1 in just over a week! 9th August is the 1st birthday of this channel and I’d love to hit the 1000 subscriber mark by the end of August, so if you’re a luker (this is a safe space for lukers too) then hit that subscribe button and join the team! Bespoke Box: The Dahlia Sewciety: https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ - Arrow Mountain buttons https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/shop/brands/arrow-mountain - Robert Kauffman Shetland Flannel https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/shop/brands/robert-kaufman Charlies’ fine food company - https://charliesfinefoodco.com/browse/category/savoury/ MOR - https://morboutique.com/product-category/hand-and-body-care/triple-milled-soap/ What I’m wearing: Pattern Emporium – Chasing Butterflies Batwing top https://coffeeandthread.com/products/the-marik-dress-pdf-pattern Style Arc – Genoa Bias Cut Skirt https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/genoa-bias-cut-skirt/ Patterns I mentioned: Sew to Grow – Lanti Swing dress https://www.sewtogrow.com.au/product-page/lanti-swing-dress-digital-download Swim Style Patterns - Ritual Dress https://swimstyle.com.au/collections/apparel-patterns/products/the-ritual-dress-short Pattern Emporium – All in easy fit shirt https://patternemporium.com/collections/tops/products/all-in-easy-fit-shirt-sewing-pattern If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Thanks for stopping by and checking out my week even if it’s taken me almost a week to get this one out! I’ve got a fabulous sewing kit by the ladies from Beyond the Pink Door, some stunning fabrics from Nerida Hansen Fabrics of Victoria and a WIP to talk about. What I’m wearing: The Assembly Line – High cuff sweater Liberty cotton twill Patterns I mentioned: The Assembly Line – High Cuff Sweater https://theassemblylineshop.com/products/high-cuff-sweater-sewing-pattern?variant=31493344624699 Style Arc – Genoa Bias Cut Skirt https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/genoa-bias-cut-skirt/ Pattern Emporium – Chasing Butterflies Batwing top https://coffeeandthread.com/products/the-marik-dress-pdf-pattern Frankie Trousers – paper or pdf pattern is available form a range of retailers including Atelier Jupe themselves. The sewing kit is available from Beyond the Pink Door, which includes everything you’ve seen in the video, in a range of colours. If you already own the pattern, the sewalong is available for separate purchase via the kits tab on the BTPD website. Link below. Vloggers I’ve mentioned: @LiftingPinsandNeedles – ALL MY secrets to sewing SWEATER KNITS - https://youtu.be/D8fkODWkVHg @TodayinJensSewingRoom - https://www.youtube.com/@TodayinJensSewingRoom @thedahliasewciety - https://youtu.be/0d_aoD9C0Ww Retailers mentioned: Beyond The Pink Door - https://www.beyondthepinkdoor.com/en-au/collections/sewalong-kits Nerida Hansen Fabrics - https://neridahansen.com.au/ The Dahlia Sewciety - https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

4 videos in a single week, anyone would think it was Vlogmas!! I’ve had an epiphany when it comes to a colour I seem to be repeatedly attracted to, and it’s not what I thought. For your amusement (as if my videos are funny enough) I’ve even left a blooper in there for you!! The Dahlia Sewciety: https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ Pukka Teas - https://www.pukkaherbs.com/au/en/products/blackcurrant-beauty-tea Chocolate Box - https://chocolatebox.com.au/ Artisan makers Rhubarb Makes - https://www.etsy.com/shop/RhubarbMakes?ref=shop_sugg_market&section_id=41877498 Florelise Soapery - https://www.florelisesoapery.com.au/ Patterns I mentioned: Waves and Wild – Sundowner SweatShirt https://www.wavesandwild.com/shop/sundowner-sweatshirt-ladies/ Pattern Emporium – Chasing Butterflies Batwing top https://coffeeandthread.com/products/the-marik-dress-pdf-pattern Coffee and Thread - Marik dress https://coffeeandthread.com/products/the-marik-dress-pdf-pattern If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Although I’m enjoying the chilly Winter here in Australia wearing my long sleeves, cardi’s and scarves, over in the Northern Hemisphere, Ireland are enjoying their Summer. This effectively means I am adding gorgeous summery fabrics to my stash in preparations for later in the year!! I can’t wait to show you the beach vibe of today's gorgeous viscose fabric and the fabulous artisan gifts all themed for fun in the sun! Don’t forget, if you’ve thought about treating yourself to a one off box, it doesn't hurt to head over and see if there are some extras' available. Sewscription box Beyond The Pink Door Sewscription boxes - https://www.beyondthepinkdoor.com/en-au/collections/think-pink-sewscription-boxsubscription-box What I’m wearing Forget me not patterns – Vera top (FREE PATTERN) https://forgetmenotpatterns.com/products/vera-knit-top Patterns I mention: Style Arc – Genoa Bias Cut Skirt https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/genoa-bias-cut-skirt/ Safix – Foot and Body care scrub pad - http://inovexenterprises.com/product/body-care-scrub-pad/ Palm Free Irish Soap - https://palmfreeirishsoap.ie/ The Specky Seamstress - https://thespeckyseamstress.com/shop/ Hahndorf Soap Factory - https://www.hahndorfsoapfactory.com.au/ If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Those of you who have been here for any longer than 6 months know that we bought a house and moved in January of this year. We’ve settled in and are now in the process of making it our own. I’ve had requests for a tour of the garden and thought it was a great weekend for that. So here we go, it’s a lengthy one with no sewing discussion, however there is a nice little surprise about halfway through. If you’re interested in gardening or home improvement then you might be interested. If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Seems to be a pattern here at the moment, film a video and then don’t get it edited or out for a few weeks! Oh well, better late than never. Here is my unboxing of the June bespoke fabric box from The Dahlia Sewciety and it’s got me questioning my style choices that’s for sure! The Dahlia Sewciety: https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ Arkadia - https://www.arkadiabeverages.com.au/ Springhill Farms - Boodles https://springhillfarm.com.au/collections/boodles Anihana – Shower streamer: https://anihanalife.com/collections/shower-steamer Artisan maker – Rhubarb Makes: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RhubarbMakes?ref=shop_sugg_market&section_id=41877498 Patterns I mentioned: The Sewing Revival - Heron Shirt https://thesewingrevival.com/products/heron-top Affiliate link: The Sewing Revival: https://thesewingrevival.com?aff=137 Experimental Space – Josie Blouse (PDF) https://experimentalspace.com/product/josie-blouse-sewing-pattern-pdf/ (Paper) https://experimentalspace.com/product/josie-blouse-sewing-pattern-paper/ Ellie & Mac – Tuesday Hoodie (Mens): https://www.ellieandmac.com/products/tuesday-hoodie-pattern?_pos=7&_fid=e02943f47&_ss=c Ellie & Mac – Chillie tee & Hoodie (Mens): https://www.ellieandmac.com/products/chill-tee-hoodie-pattern?_pos=8&_fid=e02943f47&_ss=c Pattern included with box that I forgot to talk about! Friday Pattern Co. – Donny Shirt https://fridaypatterncompany.com/blogs/blog/introducing-the-donny-shirt If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

The final instalment from the May videos' I filmed which were then over run by life. I apologise it is heavily edited, but some things were no longer relevant. I can however assure you that although the video is heavily edited there is still rambling galore! I hope it’s still reasonably enjoyable. This was a wonderfully bright box inspired by the artist Frida Kahlo, so as you would expect the fabric is vibrant and eye-catching. Any products I haven’t specified below are available from The Dahlia Sewciety. The Dahlia Sewciety: https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ Lipton teas – Sir Thomas Lipton lemon infusion https://www.lipton.com/au/our-teas/sir-thomas-lipton-lemon-infusion Charlie’s Fine Food – On the go artisan cookie – Rainbow chocolate chip https://charliesfinefoodco.com/view-all-products/ Patterns I mentioned: Experimental Space – Josie Blouse (PDF) https://experimentalspace.com/product/josie-blouse-sewing-pattern-pdf/ (Paper) https://experimentalspace.com/product/josie-blouse-sewing-pattern-paper/ Ellie & Mac – Fall in love sweater https://www.ellieandmac.com/products/adults-fall-in-love-sweater-pattern?_pos=44&_fid=fa7af227d&_ss=c Friday Pattern Co. – Donny Shirt https://fridaypatterncompany.com/blogs/blog/introducing-the-donny-shirt If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

As promised, may I present the fabulous Maison Fauve Pilar Jacket! The styling of this jacket is just so gorgeous, it’s not your ordinary denim jacket that’s for sure. Did I mention how fabulous it is? As soon as I saw this pattern when it was released, I knew I had to have it. I did however think I would be waiting till Winter 2024 as Maison Fauve don’t release their new patterns as PDFs during the first season. I understand why, and as a patient person I was prepared to wait….. BUT then Andrea of Beyond The Pink Door floated the idea of releasing it as a sewing kit and I was all over that like a kid on a donut!!! It does mean I’m going to have to trace the pattern (which will be a first for me) but we all have to make sacrifices in life don’t we! If you happen to have purchased the pattern already but like me still need a little hand holding, Andrea has a top shelf sewalong that you can purchase separately. I highly recommend any of Andrea’s sewalongs. She has an assortment of free sewalongs on her channel, and as a novice (I feel I’ve progressed from beginner now) sewist, I still need guidance. Andrea helped me sew the Frida I’m wearing in this video in fact. Very generous when it comes to sharing her skills, I’d happily pay for a BTPD sewalong when it comes to a more intricate sew like this. The pattern is available in paper format only at present and you can purchase it from: Beyond The Pink Door: https://www.beyondthepinkdoor.com/collections/maison-fauve-sewing-patterns/products/maison-fauve-pilar-jacket-sewing-pattern - To compliment your pattern: Beyond The Pink Door – Sewing kit - sewalongs https://www.beyondthepinkdoor.com/en-au/collections/sewalong-kits Directly from Maison Fauve: https://en.maison-fauve.com/collections/patron-couture-femme-facile-manteau-veste-blouson/products/patron-couture-blouson-pilar-patron-pochette - Maison Fauve also have their own video tutorial, in French available on their website: https://en.maison-fauve.com/blogs/tutoriel/tuto-couture-video-blouson-pilar-patron-couture-femme Or a number of other stockists, including right here in Australia: The Dahlia Sewciety: https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/shop/p/maison-fauve-pilar-jacket-paper-pattern-3995 Cloth Edit: https://clothedit.com.au/collections/jackets/products/maison-fauve-new-pilar-jacket Patterns I mentioned: The Dressmakers Closet – Ava Blouse https://thedressmakerscloset.co.uk/shop/the-ava-blouse-pdf-sewing-pattern/ - Sewalong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMr8SlEw2VU&list=PLD6Wt766QuEKO13B4aw7bfAAWhS3ssTcD&index=18 What I’m wearing: Atelier Jupe Frida Blouse in rayon - Free Sewalong: Andrea @ Beyond The Pink Door - Atelier Jupe – Frida Blouse - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkYHOJ-WEbk&list=PLmiW8PHL8lhAQG_vsab0n_bo-fqV5-U_5&index=1 If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

You are cordially invited to join me for an afternoon garden (nope scratch that...) kitchen tea party to celebrate the: 1st Birthday Of the Dahlia Sewciety, Bespoke fabric boxes! The goodies: The Dahlia Sewciety: https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ G Designs Jewellery - https://gdesignsjewellery.com.au/ Tea Tonic - https://teatonic.com.au/ Place of Haven - https://www.placeofhaven.com/ Patterns I mentioned: Ellie & Mac – Fall in love sweater https://www.ellieandmac.com/products/adults-fall-in-love-sweater-pattern?_pos=44&_fid=fa7af227d&_ss=c Forget me not patterns – Helmi blouse https://forgetmenotpatterns.com/collections/top-patterns/products/helmi-blouse Forget me not patterns – Lola blouse and dress - https://forgetmenotpatterns.com/collections/dress-patterns/products/lola-blouse-and-dress Other vloggers: Karina – Lifting Pins and Needles - https://youtube.com/@LiftingPinsandNeedles If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Thanks for stopping by and checking out my week, you never know what you’re going to get and this week its packed! Can you believe it, I’ve managed to whip up another 2 entries for the #sewaprilblouse challenge! Another great Sewing Revival blouse, this time the recently released Flounce Top and also the Wardrobe by me Esther blouse, they’ve both turned out great! I’m also sharing my ANZAC Day and showing some internet sourced pictures of typical ANZAC Day celebrations. I didn’t take any footage or pictures from the dawn service as I feel that would have been disrespectful. The first part of the day, the Dawn service is held in multiple locations all around the country from the biggest cities to the smallest of country towns. This is followed up by a march of past and present service men and women through the city or town centre, again this is something that happens across the country and also includes past service personnel from other nations who shared combat theatres. The day often ends at a pub or an RSL (Returned Services League) reminiscing over a drink and playing Two up, which is a coin toss gambling game, with ANZAC Day being the only day Two up can be played outside of a casino. I didn’t go to a march or on to a pub, I came home and got sewing. There is a plethora of topics covered this video, I hope you enjoy. Fabrics from: Spotlight – Lyocell Linen https://www.spotlightstores.com/sewing-fabrics/dress-apparel-fabrics/woven-apparel/linen-linen-blends/plain-140-cm-textured-lyocell-linen-fabric/BP80481644-black Spotlight – Warlukurlangu - River Dreaming Printed Rayon by artist Pamela Napurrurla Walker (See below for the Dreamtime story of this print.) https://www.spotlightstores.com/sewing-fabrics/dress-apparel-fabrics/woven-apparel/rayon/warlukurlangu-pamela-napurrurla-walker-river-dreaming-printed-135-cm-rayon-fabric/BP80556218-multicoloured Super Cheap Fabrics – Always a bargain on offer, here is the corduroy https://supercheapfabrics.com.au/collections/corduroy Patterns I mentioned: The Sewing Revival – Flounce top & dress + Classic pant & shorts bundle https://thesewingrevival.com/products/bundle-flounce-dress-top-the-classic-pant?_pos=2&_sid=44ec18f9f&_ss=r The patterns can also be purchased separately: Flounce dress, tank & shirt – https://thesewingrevival.com/products/flounce-dress-tank-and-shirt Wardrobe by me – Esther Blouse https://wardrobebyme.com/products/esther-blouse-sewing-pattern Pattern Emporium – Smitten Cropped Jacket - https://patternemporium.com/products/smitten-cropped-jacket-sewing-pattern Other vloggers you should check out: Today in Jen's Sewing Room - https://youtube.com/@UCOv1KC2V1XqBrp_RUv35jPQ Deb from DB Designs and Sewing Australia – Sewing Revival Flounce Top https://youtu.be/42_ws5JtcVA Catherine from Sew Much Sewing – Sewing Revival Flounce Top https://youtu.be/IAl0S5TvvhY Ink Station - https://www.inkstation.com.au/ And last but by no means least: Wulpayi Jukurrpa (River Dreaming) by Pamela Napurrurla Walker The termite Dreaming eventually continued west to Nyirripi, a community approximately 160 km west of Yuendumu. The water Dreaming then travelled from the south over Mikanji, a watercourse with soakages northwest of Yuendumu. At Mikanji, the storm was picked up by a 'kirrkarlanji' (brown falcon [Falco berigora]) and taken farther north. At Puyurru, the falcon dug up a giant 'warnayarra' (rainbow serpent). The serpent carried water with it to create another large lake, Jillyiumpa, close to an outstation in this country. The 'kirda' (owners) of this story are Jangala men and Nangala women. After stopping at Puyurru, the water Dreaming travelled on through other locations including Yalyarilalku, Mikilyparnta, Katalpi, Lungkardajarra, Jirawarnpa, Kamira, Yurrunjuku, and Jikaya before moving on into Gurindji country to the north. If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Thanks for stopping by and checking out my week. I’ve got 2 Sewing Revival Heron blouses to show off, they’re both come out fab! I may have also picked up a couple of fabrics recently which I have plans in mind for! And as a treat, it’s a quick video! See I can do it! Fabrics from: Spotlight – Many Magnolias printed rayon https://www.spotlightstores.com/sewing-fabrics/dress-apparel-fabrics/woven-apparel/rayon/many-magnolias-printed-rayon/BP80408648-multicoloured Fabric Hunt – There are still some fabrics & Paper patterns & habby left but not many - https://www.fabrichunt.com.au/ Spotlight - Brown Checks #5 Patterned Wool Blend Suiting https://www.spotlightstores.com/sewing-fabrics/fabric-by-the-metre/brown-checks-5-patterned-145-cm-wool-blend-suiting-fabric/BP80567955-latte Spotlight - Brown Checks #1 Patterned Wool Blend Suiting https://www.spotlightstores.com/sewing-fabrics/fabric-by-the-metre/brown-checks-1-patterned-145-cm-wool-blend-suiting-fabric/BP80567947-mocca Patterns I mentioned: The Sewing Revival - Heron Shirt https://thesewingrevival.com/products/heron-top Wardrobe by me - Mirri Dress https://wardrobebyme.com/products/mirri-wrap-dress Wardrobe by me – Akinori Dress https://wardrobebyme.com/products/akinori-dress-sewing-pattern Wardrobe by me – Whisper Blouse https://wardrobebyme.com/products/whisper-blouse-sewing-pattern Wardrobe by me – Esther Blouse https://wardrobebyme.com/products/esther-blouse-sewing-pattern Peppermint Magazine and forget-me-not patterns collab – Rosalie Skirt https://peppermintmag.com/sewing-school/rosalie-skirt/ If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Hip Hip Hooray!! Can you believe it, The Dahlia Sewciety Bespoke Boxes Turns 1 this month! Happy Birthday/Anniversary Kristen and all those who support her in the background! I guess you and I also should pat ourselves on the back for being smart enough to shop with Kristen!! Thanks for stopping by and checking out the latest Dahlia Sewciety Bespoke Box with me. It’s Easter Bonnet Parade time! The hot cross buns may have disappeared, but there’s always a couple of chocolate eggs still floating about. I won’t give the game away, but I’ve just watched the box video and discovered the fabric is another Lady McElroy knock out, viscose jersey with an awesome print! The Box The Dahlia Sewciety Bespoke Box - https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/shop/bespoke-boxes The Edibles Springhill Farm - https://springhillfarm.com.au/ (Carrot cake inspired slice, Speckled chocolate Easter slice) Nescafe - Milky Bar Mocha - https://www.nescafe.com/au/nescafe-mocha-inspired-milkybar (check out your local supermarket!) Pukka teas - Buy Womankind Organic Herbal Tea | Pukka Herbs Australia Womankind chamomile, cranberry, rose & sweet vanilla Charlies Fine Food Co. - https://charliesfinefoodco.com/ The Boutique Business Queen’s Ransom Handmade Soap - https://www.etsy.com/au/market/a_queens_ransom_soap (Confetti Party) Patterns I mentioned: Wardrobe by me - Mirri Dress https://wardrobebyme.com/products/mirri-wrap-dress The Sewing Revival - Heron Shirt https://thesewingrevival.com/products/heron-top The Sewing Revival – Fantail Shirt and Sweatshirt https://thesewingrevival.com/collections/tops-sweaters/products/fantail-shirt If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 My Instagram https://www.instagram.com/surroundedbymuppets/ Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Thanks for stopping by and checking out my week. I thought you might like to come for a drive. I’ve also had some more fabric deliveries… blasted Easter sales! Happy Easter! I’m planning on spending my long weekend sewing up some of these fabrics I’ve been acquiring of late! Please forgive the hair, it had been quite a humid day and the frizz had taken hold! Also, my fabric displaying skills were out the window! Fabrics from: The Dahlia Sewciety - https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/ Nerida Hansen Fabrics - https://neridahansen.com.au/ Patterns I mentioned: The Sewing Revival – Flounce top & dress + Classic pant & shorts https://thesewingrevival.com/products/bundle-flounce-dress-top-the-classic-pant?_pos=2&_sid=44ec18f9f&_ss=r The patterns can also be purchased separately: Flounce dress, tank & shirt – https://thesewingrevival.com/products/flounce-dress-tank-and-shirt Classic pant & short - https://thesewingrevival.com/products/classic-pant-and-short If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Thanks for stopping by and checking out my very first #fridaysews video. I’ve been wanting to try to post a little more regularly, I thought I could film a little on Mon – Wed and then be ready for Friday posting. It didn’t quite go to plan, but then again life often doesn’t do that. On the upside, I prattled on so long that I still had more than enough to make your ears bleed! So, what did I fill all those minutes with? My recent makes and my sewfrugal23 project. Patterns I mentioned: Love Notions – Harmony Blouse https://www.lovenotions.com/product/harmony-blouse Pattern Emporium – All in easy fit shirt https://patternemporium.com/collections/tops/products/all-in-easy-fit-shirt-sewing-pattern Waves and Wild – Over it alls https://www.wavesandwild.com/shop/over-it-alls-ww/ Sewfrugal23 garments Mood – Aspen skirt https://www.moodfabrics.com/blog/the-aspen-ensemble-free-sewing-pattern/ Forget me not patterns – Vera top https://forgetmenotpatterns.com/products/vera-knit-top If you’ve read this far, I hope you’ve watched the video and if you’ve enjoyed, please like & subscribe 😊 Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work

Ok, so there’s a bit more than just my BTPD box in this one, consider it my gift to you 😉😁 Andrea, Caroline & Sarah our talented fabric connoisseurs from Beyond The Pink Door, have treated us to a St Patricks Day box this month and of course it’s fabulous. St Patricks Day is March 17 and with fingers crossed and the wind behind me, I’m going to aim to have my fabric made up so we can turn Instagram Green for the day! Can you believe it has been a full year of Pink Boxes already! Time flies when you’re having fun they say! Sewscription box Beyond The Pink Door Sewscription boxes - https://www.beyondthepinkdoor.com/en-au/collections/think-pink-sewscription-boxsubscription-box YouTube - Beyond the Pink Door - https://www.youtube.com/c/Beyondthepinkdoor Artisan maker – Susan Meany – Burren Flower Fairies - https://www.etsy.com/ie/shop/BurrenFlowerFairies What I’m wearing: Atelier Jupe – Frida Blouse - https://www.beyondthepinkdoor.com/en-au/collections/atelier-jupe-patterns (I’ve included the link to BTPD as Andrea stocks AJ patterns in both PDF & Paper) The fabric I used was a See You At Six viscose which I don’t believe is available any longer. What I’ve made Pattern Emporium – Meet You There Dress - https://patternemporium.com/collections/ladies-dress-patterns/products/meet-you-there-tiered-dress-top-sewing-pattern-woven-fabrics Pattern Emporium – Take The Chance Tiered Shirt Dress - https://patternemporium.com/collections/ladies-dress-patterns/products/take-the-chance-tiered-shirt-dress-sewing-pattern Extra Fabric Cousette – Indira Anthricite – Viscose – From the wonderful Kristen at The Dahlia Sewciety - https://www.thedahliasewciety.au/shop/new Unfortunately it has all sold at but she has just had a delivery of Maison Bloom! Best to get in quick! Title artwork thanks to: Jillian Kate Packer @mylittlewilderbeast Local South Australian, Artist Illustrator Printmaker, I highly recommend checking out her work