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Focus on... Zips
A week ago we had a very exciting delivery at Backstitch in Cambridge: Our two new zip cabinets! I am nervous to admit to the excitement regarding zips for fear of being labelled a total nerd. But then maybe I should just embrace the fact that I am now, quite clearly, a haberdashery weirdo. Since opening the shop we have... -
Love for the Fancy Tiger Sailor Top
AGES ago I made two Fancy Tiger Sailor Tops back to back. True to form I am only just blogging about them now. I love this top, it's a really easy to wear shape, basically a t-shirt but with a bit more interest. And it is dead easy to make. Continue reading → -
The return of Megan Nielsen’s Briar Sweater and T-Shirt…
We recently received the reprint of one of Megan Nielsen’s most popular patterns. Out of print for a number of years, the Briar Sweater and T-Shirt is back. A stylish alternative to a basic t-shirt or jumper, with a high scooped front hem and a low curved back hem, the Briar gives an incredibly flattering silhouette and a really comfortable fit. The pattern comes with a cropped version, a full length version, two different neckline finishes, three sleeve lengths, and two different patch pockets, so opportunities for variation and personalisation are endless! Alice made a long-sleeved, cropped Briar last year - to see her gorgeous creation click here. Continue reading → -
Win Prizes by Voting: British Sewing Awards 2015!
We are chuffed to bits here at Backstitch to have been nominated in three categories for the British Sewing Awards 2015. Three categories - how cool is that! Nominations are put forward by customers, so just to be on the list is a great honour. Continue reading →