Stitching Calm into Christmas

Handmade gifts, creative evenings, and thoughtful presents that bring joy — one stitch at a time.

Nov 12 • 

Suzanne King

October 2025

How to Choose the Perfect Bridesmaid Gift: Something She’ll Truly Treasure

If you’re searching for something more meaningful than the usual matching robes or jewellery, here’s a beautiful idea that stands out for all the right…

Oct 17 • 

Suzanne King

How to Read a Sewing Pattern (in 5 Minutes)

If you’re new to sewing, opening up your first pattern can feel like staring at a puzzle written in code. Arrows, triangles, dots, abbreviations… it’s…

Oct 3 • 

Suzanne King

September 2025

Why Making Something With Your Hands Feels So Good

The simple pleasure of making in a busy world.

Sep 10 • 

Suzanne King

August 2025

Autumn Sewing Shows in the UK You Won’t Want to Miss (And How to Make the Most of Them!)

Here are my must-attend events this season, why they're worth the trip, and how to get the best out of every visit!

Aug 20 • 

Suzanne King

July 2025

Bags, Patterns, and a Little Bit of Sewing Magic

A busy week surrounded by creativity has me itching to sew clothes again.

Jul 30 • 

Suzanne King

Stop the Endless Scroll — PatternMatch Is Here to Help

Have you ever fallen in love with a dress in a shop window, a magazine or on Instagram… only to spend hours trying to find a similar sewing pattern?

Jul 16 • 

Suzanne King

Adapting the Old Ways: Stumpwork Meets the Sewing Machine

Have you ever looked at an old technique and adapted it using modern equipment and materials?

Jul 9 • 

Suzanne King

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Get Crafty With The Kids This Summer!

It won't be long before summer break - great in theory, but it can be a challenge to keep some kids entertained away from the TV or laptop. Read on for…

Jul 2 • 

Suzanne King

June 2025

It's in the Bag!

Lavender is one of my favourite plants in the garden, and it is currently blooming. Now is the best time to harvest some so that it can be enjoyed well…

Jun 25 • 

Suzanne King

👜 The Stories Our Bags Could Tell

From happy memories to embarrassing moments, what could your bag say about you?

Jun 18 • 

Suzanne King

Drive to Inspire!

Ever fancied taking a road trip? The road trip on our bucket list has been ticked off the list - and it was breathtaking!

Jun 11 • 

Suzanne King