The Stitchery of Catherine Hill, a Lancashire Lass
I wanted to share with you our first fire-pit of the season.
There is nothing better than sitting outside around a blazing fire-pit and chatting into the night . Throw in some BBQ food and I’m very happy.
Horrocks was renowned for being one of the leading companies to bring ready-to-wear garments to the high street after WW2.
If like me, you love your 1950’s prints, then feast your eyes on these beautiful garments.
I adore the colours, pattern and tailoring in each and every garment.
Continue reading “Horrocks @ The Fashion & Textile Museum – Part 1”
A pincushion is a staple part of any Stitcher’s kit. Yet for me there is one very special pincushion that I hold dear to my heart.
There are several objects in my sewing room that mean a great deal to me, but there is one thing that means the world to me. I use it every day.
This was made as a gift for me, by my beautiful daughter when she was aged 6….. she is now 21 and I love it….. my very own caterpillar pin cushion.
Do you have a special sewing item or vintage haberdashery notions that you cannot live with out? Share your thoughts below.
