Sewing Caravan Project Part 3

Sewing Caravan Project Part 3

After renovating and painting our 1980s Abi Ace Globetrotter caravan, which you can follow here and here, I’ve moved into it as a temporary sewing space. In the busy time leading up to Christmas, I spent many early mornings in here wrapping and packing orders, with...
Sewing Caravan Project Part 2

Sewing Caravan Project Part 2

If you saw the “before” photos of our little Abi Ace Globetrotter in the previous post, I hope you’ll agree that a few coats of paint have improved the interior a lot! The teal colour was left over from a decorating project in the house, and I mixed the sunny yellow...
Sewing Caravan Project Part One

Sewing Caravan Project Part One

I’m sure every craft business owner dreams of the perfect studio space, with enough workspace, storage, daylight and even a wonderful view – why not? That has certainly been my dream as Tilly & Puffin has gradually outgrown its HQ in a small boxroom. I...
An Interview for Sew Magazine Part 2

An Interview for Sew Magazine Part 2

Continuing my interview with Sew Magazine. You can read the first part here. We absolutely love your latest book Felt Ornaments for All Occasions! What inspired you to write this book? What do you want readers to take away from it? I had always wanted to write a...
An Interview for Sew Magazine Part 1

An Interview for Sew Magazine Part 1

I was delighted to be interviewed by the UK’s top sewing magazine this month! It was fun to trace the development of my business right back from the beginning, through its various stages to the present, and the publication of my book, Felt Ornaments For All...