There are some styles that never really disappear. They may change a little with the seasons, but the feeling remains. A well-cut jacket, a beautiful piece of tartan, a waxed cotton coat, sturdy leather boots or a warm tweed waistcoat can look just as wonderful today as they did decades ago.
For me, that feeling has always been strongly connected with British style.

If you click on the button, you will find a free pattern and tutorial, from BERNINA blog made by Marga van der Vet.
The boots bag is a very handy design for traveling with your bots or to store them in a beautiful way!

What is the right side of a fabric anyway? Well, simple: it’s the side you see when you're wearing your homemade outfit. Easy peasy, right?
Well... not quite! Some fabrics love to play tricks on us when it comes to figuring out the right side (RS) versus the wrong side (WS).
And what about our absolute favorite, Bouclé? Did Coco Chanel ever accidentally mix up the right and wrong side of a fabric? Probably not—she was the ultimate expert! But don't worry: with these tips, you'll be an expert too!
Let's dive right into the world of fabric sides!

The English sewing patterns brand 'By Hand London' is on the market since 2012. The feminine casual style is eye-catching. The sewing patterns are made for all sizes, from S to 3 XL. In addition to women's fashion, there are also sewing patterns for children. We have made the Anna Dress and we are very enthousiast!

I love wearing linen in the summer—easy, matching pieces that are perfect for travel. Wrinkles? Not a problem if you choose darker fabrics or simple designs. That’s why I was drawn to Simplicity sewing pattern S9115. It’s wonderfully minimalist, making it both stylish and ideal for summer.
Want to whip it up before your vacation? Absolutely—if you’re a sewer with some experience. While there are plenty of photos, the pattern itself is straightforward and quick to assemble.

Sometimes you open a magazine and instantly know: I have to make this! That’s exactly what happened to me when I saw this beautiful linen apron in BERNINA Inspirations 02-26. Before I’d even closed the magazine, the project was already taking shape in my mind. And luckily, it didn’t stay just an idea—soon after, the linen was on the table, and I was ready to start.
At first glance, it might seem like just an apron, but looks can be deceiving. The subtle pleats give it an elegant, feminine touch, and the lovely embroidery adds a luxurious, chic flair. Almost too beautiful to wear just for cooking… though, of course, it would look just as stunning at a cozy barbecue, a baking afternoon, or simply because you can.
And the best part? This is the kind of project that can make someone incredibly happy. A handmade apron is personal, practical, and beautiful. I’d bet anyone who receives this as a gift will wear it with joy and pride!

At Handmade Luxury Home, Marga and I spend a lot of time talking about colour. Luckily, we do not replicate the passionate discussions of the 19th century great thinkers, monochrome lovers, and colour devotees who had a go at each other’s preferences. Colour -according to devoted monochromists- was vulgar. Monochrome art -said the colourists- was obscuring design.
It seems a bit of an unnecessary discussion now, but it was not. The discussion of ‘to use or not to use colour’ was a question about the essence of art and design: is it form or colour?  This is an important question and its answer now -in our time- seem to be a syntheses of both camps: form and colour harmoniously put together make great art and design.

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Summer is here, and so are the wasps! Instead of buying expensive repellents, why not make your own natural wasp deterrent? In this tutorial, we’ll show you a simple, effective, and eco-friendly way to keep these buzzing pests away from your home and garden. Let’s get started!

If anyone asks me what I've been doing over the past few days, my honest answer would be:
Trying not to evaporate.
It has been unbelievably hot here. The kind of heat that makes you question every life choice that involves moving more than three steps.
Now, for most people, it's simply uncomfortable. For me, as someone living with a heart condition, extreme heat is something I have to take very seriously. So, for several days, my doctor's orders (and common sense) were essentially the same: take it easy.

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