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A bit of cheeky cross stitch

This project was inspired by the fabulous Julie Jackson of Subversive Cross Stitch. Her designs combine the charm of cross stitch with a not-so-subtle dash of impropriety. Who can resist the declaration of “Home Sweet Fucking Home” enclosed in a border of timid pink flowers? This sort of project is endlessly customisable and makes a…
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Shorts: part two

Now that we have our pieces cut and overlocked from last time, we can begin construction! I’m going to focus on explaining how to sew the hip yoke pockets. I was a little confused to start but once you’ve wrapped your head around it, it’s easy! I promise. Step 1 Stitch the darts into the…
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Shorts: part one

PROJECT 1: sew a pair of shortsShorts Pattern #129Burda, February 2013 Now to take on project number one, to sew a pair of shorts! I bought this fabric on a whim late last year. I fell in love with the print, and was lured into purchasing 3 metres of the stuff at about R15 a…
