 Over the past few years, Slow Sewing or Mindful Stitching has grown increasingly popular. Some even speak of a Slow Sewing Movement. Yet, it’s occasionally joked about as "something for dreamy people with too much time on their hands." Nothing could be further from the truth! Mindful sewing is a valuable moment of calm in a busy day—or even a chaotic life. Stitch by stitch, sewing not only brings peace but also makes people happy.
 My heart skips a beat when I stumble upon an old sewing pattern—especially for a classic Chanel jacket. There’s something beautiful about those yellowed sheets of paper, sometimes marked with pencil notes from a previous owner, as if they’re whispering, “Bring me back to life.” I adore vintage sewing patterns, whether they’re from the ’50s, ’60s, or ’70s. They feel like little treasures, full of stories and craftsmanship. And yes, some are truly worth their weight in gold—but not always for the reasons you’d expect.
 Do you have an old bolster pillow lying around that has seen better days? Or perhaps you found one at a thrift store, but the fabric just doesn’t suit your taste? No problem: with a little sewing skill and the right tools, you can easily transform a worn-out bolster into a fresh, stylish piece. Perfect for the bedroom, caravan, patio chairs, or as a charming accent in your living room.
Sewing Chanel-Style: Our Plans for 2026 – More Creativity, Sustainability, and Inspiration!1/1/2026
 A new year is just around the corner, and at Sewing Chanel-Style, we’re brimming with exciting plans to make your sewing adventures even more inspiring, sustainable, and stylish! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced seamstress, 2026 will bring plenty of new content for you to enjoy. Here’s what you can look forward to:
 What were my best sewing patterns, or which ones am I looking forward to making in 2026? This blog post contains a list. The sewing patterns are available at Naaipatronen.nl All highly recommended! If only to look forward to a new creative year: 2026! The best sewing patterns in various categories and from different brands. Check them out!
 When summer heat is extreme or winter cold is biting, style often takes a back seat. Completely understandable. Comfort and warmth usually come first.
Still, I believe that even in freezing temperatures, you can dress with style — without sacrificing practicality. Whether you’re going for a winter walk, watching at the ice rink, or arriving at a party: thoughtful choices make all the difference. And in this blog: two beautiful easy peasy Sewing Patterns inspiration tips!  When you make Chanel-style jackets, you often have leftover fabric. In my blogs, I often repeat: buy more than the sewing pattern specifies. This is to avoid running out of fabric, for example, after a mistake, or because you'd like to avoid fraying, which often means an extra half meter of fabric. But what do you do with the leftover fabric? You can make so many things with it, including this artistic pillow, for example.
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Sewing Chanel-Style is all about sharing information, sewing pattern-reviews, book-reviews and lots of sewing guides for sewing-beginners and advanced seamstress.
Marga van der Vet
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