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Commercial patterns for first-time sewers
Patterns are an investment. The price of a pattern can vary from £10.00 to £18.00 depending on the pattern-making company. My advice is to safe keep the original envelop and pattern. They can…
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Sewing: is it an expensive hobby?
Most people (sewists or not) insists that it is an expensive hobby but I completely disagree with this argument. If you are a beginner, I believe it is probably one of the cheapest…
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Homemade vs Handmade
What is the difference between a homemade and handmade outfit? ‘Homemade’ means you made it at home yourself and you know how to sew and use a sewing machine. ‘Handmade’, however, implies a…
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Stay comfy in October 2020
Even though many of you were hoping to return to the office before winter sets in, it looks like working @ home is there to stay for a while. A little bit depressing,…
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What’s new in September
I am pleased to announce we have added a few new classes and I hope you will find something interesting that will inspire you to do or to learn in our new “Sewing…
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Lockdown Update
I hope you have all been well and healthy during the long weeks of lockdown we had to endure…I blessed the fact that I have so many hobbies. Seriously, I don’t know how…
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New in February
Our Special Valentine’s promotion is about to end. You still have until the 14th of February to claim your discount or to purchase your Gift voucher. See our previous article for more details…
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Safety first !
Always use any sewing equipment and tools with caution to avoid injuries to yourself or others near you. Here are a few suggestions: wear something comfortable, semi-fitted to the body (avoid long or…
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Welcome to Yards of Sewing
Having recently returned from South Africa where I spent the past 25 years, I am delighted to announce the relocation and re-opening of the Yards of Sewing Studio in Stevenage (Herts. Uk). All…