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Monthly Musing ~ Make all the things!

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Monthly Musing ~ Make all the things!

I get restless fingers if I'm not crafting which has lead me to pick up quite a number of creative hobbies.  While sewing will always be my main expressive outlet, I'm still hungry to - 'Make all the things!'  How about you?

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Meet the Maker ~ Bird D

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Meet the Maker ~ Bird D

Bird D tells us about her life-long relationship with sewing and all the things it now means to her.

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Mini Review ~ Betty Panties by Suco by Susana

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Mini Review ~ Betty Panties by Suco by Susana

Betty Panties made in cotton lycra 'butter' and platinum pink stretch lace.

It's the all-in-one panties pattern!  This is an informative pattern where you can start with the basics and then work your way up as your confidence grows.

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Colour Inspiration July ~ 'Crafty'

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Colour Inspiration July ~ 'Crafty'

Are you a multi-crafter?  I am, especially at this time of year when hand-crafts that can be done from the comfort of a blanket den are an appealing way to spend an evening.

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Competition Details ~ First Birthday Celebrations!

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Competition Details ~ First Birthday Celebrations!

Can you believe it has been a whole year of Nellie Joans?!  This past year has brought me so much joy that I'm planning on celebrating for the whole month of July with exciting competitions and giveaways!

This blog post will be updated with competition details as the month goes on but all entries are over on our Instagram @nelliejoans 

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