One of A Kind Vancouver 2011 Recap!

Hello lovelies! If you missed OOAK 2011, don't fret, we've picked out some our favourites from the show.
We had a great time making awesome stuff and meeting new people! If you visited us, we're looking forward to seeing you again in studio!

Can you spot us??

First up, very talented and crafty felt creator, Shima Itabashi of Him Creations. You can catch them again at the Granville Island Public Market from now until Christmas Eve!
Check out their website and find these cute creatures on Etsy!

Felt creatures by Shima

Smidgebox Designs, lovely handmade "this + that". Follow on their Blog or Twitter. Pick up some lovely gifts for the holidays in their Etsy shop too- Psst! They've got Christmas stockings!

Fabric basket for storing beauty goodies?

Fully lined with pockets and dividers!

THE cutest fabrics made into buttons, pouches, and hair clips by Roxypop Designs They've even got apple cozies to protect your fruit from damage :D One of our favs- the fruity teacup candle! Makes a great gift and smells divine. 

Find their next event by keeping posted on their Website and Blog. 

Follow them around on Twitter and Facebook for their latest happenings!

Adorable fabrics put to good use on Roxypop buttons

Festive teacup candles- the holiday gift!

Handcrafted bags and accessories by HOIBO- all season, versatile designs.. love em! Personal favourite are the hobo bags; gorgeous leather, fully handmade and fabulous with any outfit. 

Drool over the whole collection on their website!

Kove; gorgeous, handmade knitwear! They have those trendy tube scarfs that EVERYONE has been sporting this winter. Everything from cowls, scarves, leg warmers, and tukes to keep you warm this winter. 

Follow their Blog, Twitter and Facebook for the latest updates. 

Pick up your own knitted scarf from them on Etsy!

Have a good holiday and Happy sewing!

SWFDS Sewing Team

[DIY Tutorial] Headbands!

Headbands are so multipurpose and can be styled in so many ways. They can be worn anytime and anywhere; exercise, studying, formal events, parties, and more. Add a flower for a girly touch, braid leather and suede for a boho look, or stud it for some rocker style! Follow this short and easy tutorial to make your own headband~

Materials needed:
Sewing machine
0.4m of elastic (width, elasticity, colour is up to you)
Matching thread
Fabric shears
Measuring tape
Pin

Instructions:

1. Take the measuring tape and wrap it around your head where you want the headband to sit. Use that measurement and cut the elastic to that length. (We used 22")

2. Fold the elastic in half, good sides together, pin the ends together about an inch from the edges.

3. Sew the ends together half an inch from the ends. The elastic should now look something like this, except the ends will not be curled since we are sewing them down in the next step.

4. Lay the elastic flat, bottom side up, flatten the two raw edges down and sew straight down both edges.

Tada, You have just made your own basic headband!
Add your own touch. Experiment with multiple elastics, try different thicknesses, add a flower, stud it; the possibilities are endless!

Here are some headbands we've experimented with..
For the braided look, make the braid first then attach them together with a smaller version of the headband you just made!














Till next time, Happy Sewing!

Enjoy your new headbands :)
- FashionDIY Artist

Davie & Chiyo Upcoming Trunk Show!

This Thursday, July 14th at 4:30 - 7:30PM, our resident design team, Davie and Chiyo, will be hosting their first ever trunk show right here at SWFDS Sewing Studio! We decided to check out their site and pick out some of our favourite clutches to get ready for the trunk show!

Shabby Chic Leather in Taupe - $115

Sexy With Lace in Champagne on White - $78

All About A Bow in Pearl Blue - $78

Check out all their other clutches on their website and Etsy shop!

Happy Sewing!
SWFDS Sewing Team

Vintage DIY Sewing Workshops

March is officially Vintage DIY month at SWFDS. Our sewing team has rummaged through local vintage boutiques to pick beautiful garments that need a modern lift!

Join us in creating bows, clutches and statement necklaces from our vintage finds. Each workshop is maxed at 5 seats so register quickly!

Materials/Equipment included in cost. Full payment in advance to hold your spot in workshop. Call us or stop in to register your spot. Special discount if you sign up for more than one workshop. If you have a vintage item you would like to refresh, let us know when registering.