Sewing on Binding - Part 2

Ok, so this week I'm going to show you a binding that I use for lightweight fabric such as voile, knits, silks etc.  It is still a beautifully finished binding but it will be a lot quicker than the binding I showed you in Part 1 last week.

This dress is part of my Audrey Lane range of dresses for beautiful women.  It is made from the softest voile and to keep the light look and feel I made the binding the same as what I'm going to show you below.  The binding has been done around the neck and the sleeve hem. 

Let's get started!

Cut your binding on the bias (the same way I demonstrated in Part 1) 3.2cm/1 1/4" wide.  

Fold bias binding in half and iron.  

Attach your binding to the right side of your garment and sew together .6cm/1/4" stretching the binding ever so slightly.

Overlock/serve/zigzag stitch the edge.

Then top stitch close to the edge of the garment and binding on the right side and iron flat.

And here's what it looks like from the underside.

And that's it.  Easy Peasy!

Next week I'll show you how to do a binding that doesn't require it to be cut on the bias.

Tips and Tricks for a Better Sewing Project

Over the coming weeks I'll be adding tips and tricks for you to learn how to sew and finish your project at lot easier and more professionally.

Some of the subjects I'll be dealing with will be:

• how to sew different seams
• how to finish off seams if you don't have an overlocker/serger
• how to tie a foolproof beautiful looking bow
• how sew in zips the easy way
• and many more

Also I'll be adding little sewing tutorials for you to play with and be creative.

So, if you have any sewing problems you'd like me to cover please put them in the comments below and I'll get onto it.

Blossom Party Dress - MARKET NIGHT

Do you have a special occasion coming up soon or just want to reward yourself with a pretty new dress?

My gorgeous happy customers wearing their new Blossom Party Dresses

Well, I'm so excited to be having my first Market Night this Wednesday 29th Feb, 8pm Qld time, for my new Blossom Party Dresses.  (Kids clothes Market Night will be following in 2 weeks time)

It's been overwhelming with the response for my new dresses (thank you) and to keep order in my life and to be able to work on my children's range as well I'll only be opening orders for my dresses 1 night per month with 10 custom spots available.  Also, I need to do a bulk order of fabric which will keep your costs and my costs down!

Ok, so here's how the Market Night will work.

• I have an album set up for the night
• proceedings will start at 8pm sharp (Qld time)
• please write SOLD only if you want to make a purchase and only under the photo called "10 custom spots available" - please don't put a SOLD under the photos of the dresses......as you may miss out!!
• then you need to send me your order and postal address and we can go from there
• if you miss out on being one of the lucky 10 to place an order check back with me in a few days as someone may have cancelled
• if the 10 custom spots are taken please still write SOLD as someone may cancel and that way I can contact you
• payment needs to be made within 7 days or your spot will go to the next person wishing to place an order

Now here's the best part:

• if you are one of my VIP customers you will be able to grab a custom spot 1 hour before - 7pm Qld time.
• to become a VIP customer you need to be on my email list.  If you would like to do this just enter your details to the right of this post.

As always, if you have any questions before the night please ask away....I'm here to help.

See you Wednesday night.

HAPPY CUSTOMER INTERVIEW #14 - with Brianna Trevitt

Each week I interview and showcase one special little 1 Puddle Lane happy customer.  This week I'm talking with gorgeous Brianna Trevitt

Hi Brianna, how old are you?  6
Where do you live?  Quakers Hill, New South Wales

What do you do during the day?  I go to school - I am in Kindergarten this year
What is your favourite food?  Vegetables (I bet your mum is impressed!)
What is your least favourite food?  I like all food  (wow! now I'm impressed! you must be a delight to cook for!)
What is your favourite pastime?  Swimming and Gymnastics
What is your favourite colour?  Blue
Do you have any pets, Brianna?  Yes, I have 3 dogs, 2 cats, 2 guinea pigs and lots of fish in the pond (sounds like it would be very busy at your home feeding your pets!)
Who is your favourite person and why?  My mum and dad and teacher, as they look after me!
What annoys you?  When people yell
What is your favourite joke or riddle?  Why did the chicken cross the road?  (I don't know Brianna, why did the chicken cross the road?) To get to the other side! (of course!)
What is your favourite 1 Puddle Lane outfit and why?  my dress in the photo as it is comfy and pretty

And last question Brianna.  What do you want to be when you grow up?  a Hairdresser


Thank you Brianna for letting me interview you and finding out a bit more about you.  Hope you have a lovely Christmas with your family.

If you would like your daughter to be in my Happy Customer Interview, please email 1puddlelane@gmail.com 

Not long till Christmas!

Did you know it's only 8 weeks left to Christmas?  I know, it's come as a shock to me too!  So are you getting organised for Christmas presents yet or do you leave it to the last minute?  I'm a bit like the latter!

Image courtesy of:  Design Swan

I have to say that with my 5 week stint to Europe I am not very organised for my Christmas range this year.  Last year I was on the ball and had my range ready to preview in September.  But because we were planning our holiday for September this year my holiday seemed to be the only thing on my mind. 

I have definitely left my run a bit late to buy my Christmas fabric from America as this year, for some reason, postage deliveries are taking up to 6 weeks to arrive.  But not to fear I did my Spotlight and Lincraft trek last weekend in search of Christmas fabric and to be honest I didn't find anything I liked.  So I put on my creative hat and thought what can I do now for my Christmas Range?

It literally just popped into my head 'I'll make my own Christmas fabric' .... true!  So I've decided to do something very different this year and just go with the Christmas colours - red and green - rather than Christmas print fabric.  Of course I found loads of gorgeous red, green and white fabric.  I thought this would also be a better idea as you can dress your little ones in their new outfits after Christmas and because of the style you can put a tee or skivvy under and it can take you through the cooler months!  Fantastic!

Now when I said 'I'd make my own fabric'.....I've decided to try my hand at stencilling!  I used to do a lot of stencilling and fabric painting when my kids were young and let me tell you it's a lot of fun!

So I have some sneak peeks at what I've been up to and all my Christmas stock will be made available at my Market/Sale Night on Wednesday 9th November at 8pm Qld time.  Oh! and I'm excited to say that I'll have some Christmas boys wear available.

Before I start any of my creations I always pop the fabrics in the wash to pre shrink and remove any chemicals

Playing around with paint and stencils

I thought Butterflies would be nice!

This is only a small piece of what I'll be doing for Christmas.  So leave a comment below and tell me what you think.

HAPPY CUSTOMER INTERVIEW #8 - with Alice Brooks

Each week I interview and showcase one special little 1 Puddle Lane Happy Customer.  This week I'm talking with Alice Brooks.

Hello Alice, how old are you?  3


Where do you live?  In my home


What do you do during the day?  I kiss and cuddle my brother Charlie (lol! mum says that's not true)  drawing, playing, opening the fridge, eat, help Mummy make cakes and chocolate brownies. mmmm! yummy!  (mmm! that is yummy Alice!)   Sometimes I go to swimming or Kidergym or Kindy or shopping too!  

What is your favourite food?  Strawberries and bananas and cherries and grapes  (Alice! I love those fruits too!)


What is your least favourite food?  I don't like pips and pears.....they're too yucky!
What is your favourite colour?  Purple, red and yellow!
What is your favourite pastime?  Playing in the park.
Do you have any pets?  I have a little brother his name is Charlie  (Oh! my....that is just too cute!)
Who is your favourite person and why?  Rio and Hayley, 'cos they are my friends.
What annoys you, Alice?  Daddy and you too Mummy!  (hahah! priceless)


What is your favourite 1 Puddle Lane outfit and why?  My denim peasant dress because I went to playschool concert in it.

And last question Alice, what do you want to be when I grow up?  A big girl  (Of course!)
Thank you so much Alice for letting me interview you and finding out a bit more about you.  I think I would love a pet like yours.

Next week I'll be interviewing Meela Netten. 

If you would like your daughter to be in a Happy Customer Interview, please email 1puddlelane@gmail.com 

HAPPY CUSTOMER INTERVIEW #7 - with Kyra Croft

Each week I interview and showcase one special little 1 Puddle Lane happy customer.  This week I'm talking with gorgeous little Kyra Croft.

Hello Kyra, how old are you?  I will be 2 in September.


What is your favourite food?  I love all food AND I love to eat lots of it! (aren't you a good girl, Kyra!)


What is your least favourite food?  I don't like roast potatoes!


What is your favourite pastime?  Giving my favourite blankie big cuddles and doing anything my big sister is doing.  I also like to smother my baby brother in big kisses and cuddles.


Do you have any pets?  We have a dog named Jackson but I also call him Boofy and Buddy!


Who is your favourite person and why?  I am a bit of a mummy's girl.  We have great big cuddles.  (Aww!  so sweet!)


What annoys you?   My big sister Jorja.  She is a bit of a bully sometimes and doesn't like to share with me.  Most of the time I just give in to her and let her have whatever I am playing with.  


What is your favourite 1 Puddle Lane outfit and why, Kyra?  My Lemon Candy Dress because it's pretty.

And last question Kyra.  What do you want to be when you grow up?  A farmer, just like my Daddy and Pa.  Or a motorbike rider but I don't think my Mummy would like that!  (hmm! somehow I don't think so too, Kyra!)


Thank you Kyra for letting me interview you and finding out a bit more about you.  I think you are going to have so much fun when you grow up!!

If you would like your daughter to be in a Happy Customer Interview, please email1puddlelane@gmail.com

NEW PRODUCT - Blossom Party Skirts for you Gorgeous Mumma's

I've been wanting to create something gorgeous for all you Mumma's out there.  I thought it was time for you Mumma's to treat yourselves to something nice.  And after a quite a few months of designing, sketching, tweeking I've created this gorgeous Blossom Party Skirt.  I absolutely love my new skirt it is so beautiful to wear and every time I wear it it makes me feel very girly!   Pop on a white or coloured tee with a wide belt and off you go for the day looking very feminine!  The weather is already starting to warm up in parts and I just want to embrace it with a cool and girly skirt.

The Blossom Party Skirt features either a gathered or pleated skirt.....my skirt is pleated.......a side zip,  waistband and button.  Each skirt will be CUSTOM MADE just for you so all I need is your waist measurement.  It comes with a standard length of 85cm (25") just below the knee but if you need it longer it will cost a few more dollars.  I have a fabric album on my facebook page for you to choose the skirt that's just right for you.  But if you already have fabric in mind, that's great, just let me know!  I will have more style ideas for this skirt just in time for summer.  The Blossom Party Skirt is priced from $58.

I just love my gorgeous new addition to 1 Puddle Lane and it will be available for order in October.  Pre-orders are very welcome too....so you can secure your order early!

Please let me know what you think....I would love your feedback.