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Sewbox News

Just un-packed 5 new Liberty Kingly cords to add to the current range.  Gorgeous fine Liberty needlecord with amazing detailed prints.  Normally £15/M but currently on special offer at £13.50/M.  Just the right timing for your autumn/winter sewing Projects!
Also just arrived – new Liberty jersey prints – amazing value at £13.00 per Metre.  The Liberty [...]

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Sewaholic pattern No. 3 – The Lonsdale Dress pattern is here ….
To me the new Sewaholic Lonsdale dress pattern is just so versatile.  With both a knee-length and a full length version it would take you to any occasion – summer sun dress or day dress through to wedding, formal evening gown … whatever.  Recommended [...]

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Free gifts and discounts at Sewbox

by Susan on April 13, 2011

Free gift and discounts at Sewbox ……
I don’t know about you, but when browsing shops or shows, I am always tempted to buy sewing ‘bits’ for what I refer to as my sewing ‘stash’.  They are not items that I desperately need but ones that will be useful for future sewing projects … when I [...]

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One week in…

by Susan on March 1, 2011

One week in ………………………..
I can hardly believe that one week  has now passed since taking over Sewbox.  You will have read from my blog of last Monday, that I am Susan Stevenson and that I have taken over the running of Sewbox from Leah last week.  It has been a very busy week and thank [...]

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Hello from the new hands ….

by Susan on February 21, 2011

Hi there …… and a very, very warm hello to all Sewbox current and future customers.

My name is Susan Stevenson,  and as you will see from the previous blog, I am taking over the reins of Sewbox as of today … this will allow the lovely Leah to spend precious and [...]

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Announcement – Sewbox is passing in to lovely new hands

by Leah Taylor on February 19, 2011

As my regular customers, readers and followers now, I had a baby in May 2010 and have spent the last 10 months juggling trying to be a stay at home mum with running a small but fast growing online business. It’s been a fun, crazy, rollercoaster of a ride!
When I first looked at setting up [...]

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Colette Patterns branches in to menswear

by Leah Taylor on December 6, 2010

I’m thrilled to see Colette Patterns’ first menswear pattern has been released, and true to form, it looks like a real labour of love.
The shirt pattern, named Negroni, has all the usual Colette Patterns signature touches – vintage styling brought up to date; gorgeous, well-thought-out detailing; and wonderfully clear instructions. The collar is convertible, meaning [...]

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Christmas Gifts and Stocking Fillers…

by Leah Taylor on December 1, 2010

Ho ho ho, and happy 1st December! As the countdown to Christmas now truly begins, I thought it would be nice to highlight some of the things in the shop that would make lovely presents…

First up, these gorgeous handmade ceramic buttons are fabulous little gifts and can be used to upcycle, embellish, and even just [...]

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Colette Patterns Crepe Dress back in stock on Friday

by Leah Taylor on November 30, 2010

I have had so many requests for the Colette Patterns Crepe Dress (I guess you’re all joining in Gertie’s Sew-Along?) that I placed a special order which should be with us on Friday (customs and snow allowing!).
You can reserve your pattern now by pre-ordering it in the shop.
In the meantime, enjoy the snow!

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Just a very quick note to let you know that I have some more Hot Patterns in stock…

Metropolitan Superfly Skirts
Metropolitan Urbanista! Coat-Dress
Metropolitan Sweater Dress, Cardigan & Top
Plain & Simple Iconic Shirtdress
Riviera Croisette Skirt
Classix Nouveau Divide & Conquer Culottes
Classix Nouveau Pants to Die For
Vintage Deco Vibe Neat & Sweet Blouse
Vintage Artful Dodger Virtue Dress
Vintage BoHo-De-Luxe Peasant [...]

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