My 6 Favourite Places to Shop for Fabric Online...

If you have been inspired by the Great British Sewing Bee to dust off your sewing machine and get dressmaking this month but are struggling find time to get to a fabric shop, then here’s my tips for finding unique and beautiful fabrics easily online. 

Monthly Makes | Knitted pouf, Crocheted bralet & handmade Bridesmaids dresses

 

It has been a while since I have written a 'Monthly Makes' post, so I thought I would roll all the things I have been working on lately into one post! 
Its been a busy few months, but the main project I have been focusing on were three bridesmaids dresses for a friends wedding this month. 

5 Lessons in Style from NYFW

 

As this year’s London fashion week arrives in Somerset house this weekend I decided to take a look back at the street style from NYFW to pick up some tips from the New Yorkers on how to work the perfect fashion week outfit.

Lesson One

 How to Wrap Up Warm

A New Yorker knows how to keep warm so learn from the best. The over-sized coat was definitely the star of NYFW this year, from ankle skimming trenches to furry balls of warmth, coats were a winner. Some snuggled into chunky scarves around their necks while others left their coats open to reveal layers of perfect styling underneath.

Lesson Two

 How to Rock the New Season's IT Trousers

Culottes are cool! Apparently! I was a little unsure at first...

A weekend in Bath | Travel

Last weekend I went on a short break down south to the beautiful city of Bath, with Tom.

We spent most of the time sipping tea & eating cake in various tea rooms or braving the chilly February air to do some sightseeing.

 It was such an inspiring and historic city, I wanted to share with you what I got up to and some recommendations of places to go (mainly for tea or cake..)

 

Top 5 | Best Valentines DIY ideas

Why not inject a little handmade love into your wardrobe this Valentines with these easy fashion DIY tutorials? I have handpicked some super cute makes from some of my favourite bloggers to inspire you to get crafting this February fourteenth.

 

DIY Felt Elbow Patches

 from Superfical Girls

 DIY Lace Bralette

From A Spare & a Pair

DIY Nail Art 

from I Spy DIY  

 DIY Gold Tip Heart Flats

From Swell Mayde

 

DIY Slogan Clutch 

From A Beautiful Mess

Which one will you be trying?

I hope you are feeling inspired to get crafting! I know I certainly am! I will definitely be trying out the cute lace bralette from A Spare & a Pair, it's so beautiful and delicate and on trend.

I have included all the links straight to their blogs if you fancy giving any of these romantic makes a go this weekend!

Here's a sneak peak at the valentines card I will be sending this year & how I made it...

I would love to hear/see your crafty makes this Valentines!

Thanks for stopping by!

Check out my Pinterest board for loads more Valentines DIY's and makes! The handmade couples 'Smitten' glove is definitely a favourite of mine!
 

Follow Anna's board | DIY Valentines | on Pinterest. 

My Fashion Week Favourites | Chanel Couture Spring 2015

Need some mid week fashion inspiration? 
Here are some of the most beautiful looks & trends from Paris Couture week to satisfy your inner fashion obsessive.
All images are from Style.com.

Chanel Couture Spring 2015

The Chanel catwalk theme was like something out of your most beautiful dreams, a futuristic floral wonderland full of blooming bouquets & exotic plants. As ever the models showcases multicoloured tweeds, a trademark Chanel style in ever evolving jackets and skirts. The crop to remained a staple while the waist was dropped on skirts to reveal plenty of mid drift.

I just adore the detailing in the Chanel shows, from embroidered flowers and jewels to the woven fabrics every detail is so perfect and there isn't a colour that goes unused.

DIY | Vintage Velvet Bow tutorial

Last month I was lusting over some really cute bows in every colour & print imaginable in American Apparel. I thought I'd try making one myself in this vintage-style velvety material I found a scrap of in my house. I chose to attach a bobble instead of a clip so I could wear it in a bun or high ponytail. I love how it instantly gives my hair style a quirky update. 

Here's how I did it ...