Monday 28 February 2011

Change of Trading Hours

Just to let our lovely city customers know our trading hours have changed.

Monday - Thursday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Fridays 9.00am - 7.00pm
Saturdays 9.30am - 4.00pm

Monday 7 February 2011

Burda 7493

I have been looking at this jacket pattern for a while, but wasn't too sure what to make it in, then I saw our cotton and metal blend in white and knew it would be perfect. I really wanted a crushed look, but not a linen, so this was ideal.



I am really happy with the way the pattern came together, though the instructions on the welt pockets took a couple of read throughs. I checked a few reviews on pattern review and they said the same thing, so at least I know I haven't lost the plot just yet.

The fabric made up really well and I achieved the look I was after.

So all in all a successful project.


I love the bias frill on the neckline along with the exposed zip.


See you in store soon.



Monday 31 January 2011

Pattern Making


After many requests we have decided to introduce a pattern making class. The class will be taught by Robyn Ready, a pattern maker who has been in the industry for many years. She was the pattern maker for Gardams Bridal for many years and has now been doing patterns for individual clients.



If you are interested in these classes, they will be held at our Indooroopilly store, so give us a call there and we can give you more information.
Ph 07 32760109

Friday 28 January 2011

Something for the Kids

I have just returned from my holiday and loved what I saw as I walked into the Indooroopilly store, Spot. We have quite a collection of books about this little dog's adventures, though sadly my "big" 9 year old is no longer interested in them.
This print is on 100% cotton and I can't decide what to do with it, there are so many options. My first thought was a quilt, but then I thought library bag or maybe even a pencil case, I will have to think on it.
But as I ventured further into the shop I saw this and knew I had to have it.
It is 100% cotton flannelette !!!It's a beautiful quality so thick and soft. I know my nephew will definitely will be getting a pair of winter pj's in this.
We have spot just at Indooroopilly and the flannel at Indooroopilly and City.
See you in store soon.


Friday 14 January 2011

WE ARE OPEN

A big thank you must go out to all our lovely customers who have enquired how the shops are and also how we all personally are.

We are pleased to say all is well. Indooroopilly, City and Toowoomba stores came out of this disaster all in one piece. The city has been closed due to the power cuts, but it's trade as usual at Indro and Toowoomba. Hopefully the city will be open tomorrow.

To all our customers affected by these awful floods our hearts go out to you and your families and just know that you are in our thoughts

Monday 10 January 2011

Sewing Classes

If you need a refresher course or wanted to attempt something but felt you needed a bit of
guidance our sewing classes are for you.



We are conducting beginner and choose your own project classes at various times throughout the week and they are proving popular. Sewing is again in fashion, though it never went out for us!!!!



If you or anyone you know is interested just give our Indooroopilly store a call and we can give you all the information you need.



See you in store soon.

Thursday 6 January 2011

1/2 PRICE PATTERNS

Yes blog followers all our patterns are 1/2 price!!!!!

Burda until the 16th of January

Vogue, Butterick and McCalls until the 28th of January.

This sale is on at all stores, though Indooroopilly is the only store with the complete range.

Never fear we can do mail orders.

See you in store soon.