Welcome to my Website...

Inspired by the films Yanks (1979) and The War Bride (2001), where people had to ‘make do and mend’ by re-using fabrics to create new items and so my interest in sewing and recycling began.

Recycling isn't rubbish, Upcycling is unique! Creating Pre-loved, Pretty and Practical Handmade Items.

	I started off making patchwork cushion covers from velvet scraps, progressing to making an applique cot quilt and bumper set to celebrate my son's 1st birthday.
	From making handmade presents for family and friends. I wanted to learn more, going to sewing classes to make clothes and curtains but otherwise I'm self-taught.
	I recycle/upcycle fabrics, occasionally buying new fabrics, to create one off individual items. (Halloween outfit from hubby's old shirt!) More Upcycled items can be found in my other Etsy shop Barnsley Blog Bags
	The gallery pages feature a range of items such as shoulder bags and eco friendly shopping bags. Homeware items such as peg bags, table runners, patchwork quilts, rag quilts and braided rugs. Accessories such as keyrings, coin purses, lanyards and make up bags. Fabrics left from projects is made into bags for the Sew Powerful Purse Project, helping to keep girls in school
	Handmade in Yorkshire, no 'stock' photos are used, the photo's you see are the items I've made. Prices include pockets, zips and magnetic fasteners, I don't charge extra for these! Items are sold online from my Etsy shop, Website and Facebook.