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I first decided I wanted to make the By Hand London Victoria Blazer when I saw this version by Oona Balloona, amazing!  I was fortunate to get a paper copy of the pattern before they sold out.
I made a toile because I'm tall and I wanted to make a waist length version.  I added 5cm's and was pretty happy with it.  The pattern is really easy to follow and a joy to make.  It was really quick too, I knocked up the toile in a day, I took my time...

I fell in love with the Republique du Chiffon Gerard Coat after seeing a number of cool versions on different blogs, namely Ginger Makes and Cut Cut Sew.  I hadn't made a coat before but I wasn't too worried, I just thought it would take me a bit longer...

I came across The Seed Cathedral (Thomas Heatherwick) while searching for seed head images, I found the building inspirational and beautiful. The outside looks softly playful, while the inside is intensely detailed and interesting. Feted as a "house...

My trip to the V&A was brilliant, I enjoyed the quilts exhibition but unfortunately no pics allowed.  I took some lovely shots around the Museum which I've included below.  I'd forgotten they were also hosting a Grace Kelly exhibition, showcasing...