it’s not really easy to say bye bye and ciao ciao to it… even though the cussions slowly but with consistency ripping apart. I got this request to repair the cussions, but wasn’t sure, if I can do it. But infact, it wasn’t such a drama. I had to fix the edges with iron/glue on…
Category: Miscellaneous
Step Color
Last Saturday one of my students wanted to do an emroidery on the body suit of her baby and brought this “Step Color” yarn with her… I haven’t seen it before, but you can purchase it from Yuzawaya. It is a yarn that changes its color approximately all 15cm. Really cute, if you…
Happy 2nd Birthday
Today, two years ago, I started to write this blog ! Happy 2nd Birthday, Sewing Circle! It has been a year that the atelier is open and I’m looking forward to many many more projects. Thanks to all my students!! Thanks for your support, for the nice idea exchange and never ending creativity!
Simple Kindergarden Bag Set
I recently got the order to make this simple kindergarden bag set. With the cute selection of all the fabrics it looks really special, even without any decorations or knick-knacks If you need to bag set to be made or if you like to learn how to make it, please contact me through the CONTACT…
Open!
The Sewing Circle Atelier is open from today (Jan. 7th) Welcome welcome ***
The Year of the Snake
However the snake inspires you… I hope we can realize many more of your fashion ideas! Happy New Year 2013***
Patternmaking Courses
Already 5 students have started the Patternmaking Course. Much fun, much brainwork and a lot of detailed construction to create a perfect grid around the body…
Made from Order
I just finished 4 more pieces for a French fashion brand. They ordered me to do the patterns and the sample pieces for their collection.
DSTY: Textile Workshop for Kids @ the German School in Yokohama
The DSTY, the German School in Yokohama booked me again to teach a textile workshop for kids during their 2 weeks summer school. The theme or this year is “PAST & FUTURE” We chose costumes in old shapes and re-created them with new colourful ideas and recycle items
Our Fashion Statement
Yesterday we had a great day at MOT, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Tokyo at Kiyosumi Shirakawa. The current exhibition Future Beauty: 30 Year of Japanese Fashion made my heart JUMP! Those garments of Yohji Yamamoto, Rei Kawakubo and Issey Miyake made me come to Japan as a student in 2001 and come-back as…
Melanie Uematsu 