Every year, The Great British Sewing Bee sends a wave of people to their sewing machines — and leaves the rest of us wondering what it’s actually like in that room. How do you get on the show? Does the...
You're halfway down a seam, everything feels fine, and then you turn the fabric over. Underneath is a nest of loose loops that looks nothing like the neat stitching on top. Or the seam has pulled itself into a wavy...
Grab your pins and put the kettle on — The Great British Sewing Bee returned to our screens on Tuesday 14th July, and if the opening episode is anything to go by, series twelve is going to be an absolute treat....
Summer sewing season is officially here, and nothing says effortless warm-weather style quite like a handmade skirt. From flowing maxis to classic circle skirts, this year’s trends are all about movement, comfort, and versatile styling that works from sunny afternoons...
Half term is the perfect opportunity to slow down, get creative, and spend quality time making something together. Whether you’re introducing children to sewing for the very first time or simply looking for fun screen-free activities, crafting together can create memories that last far longer than the school holidays themselves.
At Jaycotts, we love celebrating makers who are rethinking how and why we create. New Commodity is one of those brands that stops you in your tracks — not just for the beautiful, tactile pieces it produces, but for the...
