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Linen Drop Waist Dress from Japanese Sewing Book

I had wanted to sew something from a Japanese sewing book for a while, and finally had some time to do it during my study break. I chose a loose, boxy dress with frill detail in a rust coloured cotton linen fabric.

Japanese linen drop waist dress from a Japanese sewing pattern book. See more photos at https://www.sewinlove.com.au/
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Linen Drop Waist Dress from Japanese Sewing Book was last modified: October 2nd, 2021 by Rin
Can crafting help us in meditation and mindfulness - Yoga teacher explains how they can be connected and how you can start to benefit from the joy of making.
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Crafts for Meditation and Mindfulness – Yoga teacher explains how and why

We all know meditation and mindfulness are beneficial to our wellbeing, but incorporating them into our busy lives can be a challenge. As someone who needs to add “meditate for 10 minutes” to my To-Do list to get it done, it can start to seem like a chore—quite the opposite of what meditation is supposed to achieve! 

For all us crafters who like to keep our hands busy, we can find ourselves practicing meditation and mindfulness when we immerse ourselves in making. That’s why I wanted to chat to yoga teacher and craft lover, Emma from Beach Gypsy Yoga & Crafts, to explain her understanding of the connection between crafts, meditation and mindfulness.

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Crafts for Meditation and Mindfulness – Yoga teacher explains how and why was last modified: February 22nd, 2021 by Rin
Shirt Dress Sewing Patterns | 9 shirt dress patterns which are timeless additions to your handmade wardrobe. Sew one today and you'll wear it forever! www.sewinlove.com.au
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Shirt Dress Sewing Patterns: 9 Timeless Designs

A shirt dress sewing pattern is a timeless addition to your handmade wardrobe. Rather than a trend-based and fussy dress design, a shirt dress is a classic piece that will stand the test of time.

Here are 9 shirt dress sewing patterns with chic lines and simple cuts to last you for the long haul.

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Shirt Dress Sewing Patterns: 9 Timeless Designs was last modified: November 19th, 2020 by Rin
Sew Clothes for Your Handmade Wardrobe - Get started today by following these 5 simple steps to plan the handmade wardrobe of your dreams!
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How to Sew Clothes that Reflect Your Personal Style

Do you want to sew clothes that show off your unique style, personality and inviduality? Are your current clothes failing to reflect who you are? Your dream handmade wardrobe should consist of carefully considered pieces you love wearing. Mindfully making your own clothes is a wonderful way to relax and rediscover your creativity.

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How to Sew Clothes that Reflect Your Personal Style was last modified: October 22nd, 2020 by Rin
Japanese Fabrics in English Translation with Pictures
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Fabrics in Japanese Translated into English (with pictures!)

You can quickly translate fabrics in Japanese to English, with this handy chart. I’ll also show you some examples of the most commonly used fabrics in Japanese sewing patterns!

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Fabrics in Japanese Translated into English (with pictures!) was last modified: September 24th, 2020 by Rin
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