sewing

  1. Small patchwork project bag

    A zero waste knitting project bag featuring patchwork pockets made from meaningful fabric scraps. Made using the ZW Stash Bag pattern in size S, this organic cotton canvas bag is perfect for keeping sock knitting projects organized.

  2. Patchwork quilted cushions

    Creative scrap-busting project: transforming a collection of fabric remnants into decorative patchwork cushions. Features pretty scraps on the outside and shredded remnants as filling, making these cushions both beautiful and sustainable.

  3. Zero waste project 28: bumbag

    Zero-waste waist bag featuring hand-printed cotton canvas and innovative pattern layout. A sustainable accessory project demonstrating block printing techniques and efficient fabric usage with no waste.

  4. Zero waste project 27: pyjama top ❄️

    Zero-waste adaptation combining ZW Cropped Shirt and ZW Workwear Jacket patterns, featuring long sleeves, pockets, and French seams. Made from organic brushed cotton with custom fit adjustments and sustainable construction techniques.

  5. Cropped tank top

    Handmade Axis Tank in organic cotton jersey, featuring a high neckline and custom fit adjustments. A versatile layering piece with French seams and a comfortable elastic-free design.

  6. Zero waste project 26: wide leg trousers

    Zero-waste ZW Block Pant pattern in organic brushed cotton, featuring elastic waistband, back pockets, and tapered hem. A sustainable approach to winter pyjama bottoms with efficient fabric usage and comfortable fit.

  7. Hand stitched needle book 🪡

    First hand-sewing project: a needle book crafted from fabric scraps, featuring wool from a coat, cotton from a shirt, and interfacing. A practical sewing tool made with sustainable materials and basic hand-stitching techniques.

  8. Zero waste project 25: a floaty blouse

    Zero-waste adaptation of the ZW Soft Blouse pattern, featuring a long-sleeved design in linen with elasticated cuffs. Includes custom fit adjustments, French seams, and innovative pattern layout techniques to minimize fabric waste.

  9. Dog hoodie

    Handmade dog hoodie using recycled sweatshirt fleece and organic cotton ribbing, sized for a Boston Terrier. Features custom fit adjustments and practical design for cold weather comfort.

  10. Wide-leg jeans

    Handmade wide-leg jeans using organic cotton denim, featuring custom fit adjustments using the top-down center-out method. Includes traditional jeans construction with flat-felled seams, topstitching, and rivets.

  11. Scrap-busting plush toy

    Zero-waste polar bear plush toy made from recycled fleece and fabric scraps, featuring a squeaker and embroidered details. A sustainable approach to toy making using leftover materials and eco-friendly stuffing.

  12. I made a tiny sunhat for a tiny person

    Handmade Bob Le Touriste bucket hat using linen remnants and wax fabric lining. Features reversible design and sustainable fabric choices from existing stash.

  13. Zero waste project 24: wrap overalls

    Zero-waste dungarees using the Simone Overalls pattern, crafted from organic cotton twill. Features innovative pattern layout techniques, custom fit adjustments, and sustainable construction methods, demonstrating practical applications of zero-waste pattern cutting.

  14. My first proper shirt

    Handmade Olya shirt featuring innovative one-piece front yoke and sleeve design, integrated pockets in yoke seams, and classic shirt construction details. Made from sustainable cotton fabric with professional finishing techniques.

  15. I made jeans!! (shorts)

    Handmade denim shorts featuring traditional jeans construction techniques, including flat-felled seams, topstitching, and custom fit adjustments. A wearable toile showcasing professional denim sewing methods and sustainable garment making practices.