✉ josie@itisjosie.com 📍 Yorkshire, UK
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Sewing & Crafts, Made with Love

Indie pattern reviews, DIY garment projects, and sewing tips from Josephine's creative corner in Yorkshire.

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  1. Love Notions Ingrid Top: A Fast Make for Experienced SewistsThe Love Notions Ingrid Top is the kind of project that earns a regular place in a handmade wardrobe. It has enough shape and detail to feel considered, yet it…
  2. How to Sew a Patch Pocket with a Pointed FlapA patch pocket with a pointed flap adds useful storage and a polished detail to shirts, jackets, dresses, bags, and utility-style garments. Its shape looks…
  3. A Handmade Fabric Easter Basket For Spring CelebrationsA fabric Easter basket is a lovely small sewing project for welcoming spring. It can hold chocolate eggs, painted decorations, a thoughtful gift or simply a…
  4. Jennifer Lauren Handmade Maia Dress Pattern ReviewThe Jennifer Lauren Handmade Maia Dress is the kind of pattern that makes a handmade wardrobe feel considered without becoming difficult to wear. Its…
  5. Love Notions Bella Tunic: A Beginner-Friendly Knit ProjectThe Love Notions Bella Tunic is a practical introduction to sewing with stretch fabric. It has the relaxed appeal of a casual top, while still giving a…
  6. Sewing a princess seam bodice: a practical fitting guideSewing a princess seam bodice can produce a beautifully shaped garment without relying on darts alone. The curved seams travel over the bust and connect to the…
  7. How to Make Your Own Pattern Weights from WashersPattern weights are one of those sewing-room tools that seem optional until you use them regularly. They hold paper patterns and fabric securely while you cut,…
  8. Fresh fabric choices for spring dressesSpring sewing is all about finding the balance between warmth and lightness. In Yorkshire, a sunny morning can quickly turn into a cool, breezy afternoon, so…
  9. Love Notions Evelyn Top Pattern Review And Styling TipsThe Love Notions Evelyn Top is the sort of project that earns a regular place in a handmade wardrobe: wearable enough for everyday outfits, adaptable across…
  10. How to sew a waistband with elastic casingAn elasticated waistband is one of the most useful finishes in home sewing. It adds comfort to pyjama bottoms, gathered skirts, lounge trousers, children’s…

Popular Pattern Reviews

Pattern Designer Type Highlight
Compose Robe (Kids) Love Notions Robe / Loungewear Sizes 2T–16, cosy & practical
Tempo Sundress Love Notions Sundress No closures, shirred back panel
Arlington Sweater Love Notions Sweater Cold-weather staple
Sybil Illusion Skirt Love Notions Skirt (knit) 7 variations, optional pockets
Camden Pinafore Nina Lee Patterns Pinafore dress Year-round layering piece
Ogden Cami (dress hack) True Bias Cami / Dress Versatile wardrobe builder
Burda 6829 Burda Dress Multi-sized, special-occasion

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