The frustration began when I realised the only kind of pants I had in my closet were jeans (no, don´t cry for me yet). Every single new pair I tried didn´t fit properly: these are too loose on the hips, these are too loose on the waist, these are alright but have heart shaped pockets and a hello kitty applique, ohh get out...

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Ever since I started sewing for myself I noticed a big change in my sewing rhythm. When it comes to kids (especially toddlers), let´s face it, everything fits well. I mean everything. I remember one of the first things I made for Joana was a pair of self drafted pants and I used the same pattern piece for front and back. Enough said....

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I´ve been postponing creating a blog simply because... well, i´m lazy. First fact. I have been sharing and learning so much through a Facebook portuguese sewing group and Instagram that I thought it was enough. The thing is, i´ve been feeling the urge to talk more and share more ideas about sewing and that made me take the plunge. More facts. I´m a...

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