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The last week has been filled with lots of admin and technical stuff - final website tweaks, technical drawings etc. So I thought I would just post something I have enjoyed instead.

Hello weekend, I'm happy you are here! It has been a wonderful but big week! Our eldest started Grade 1, our middle child started Grade R and youngest started Preschool! So much excitement! Very smooth transitions and happy children, which I am so grateful for!

Now for a slow weekend surviving the Cape Town heat wave! I hope these new pretty rose like impatiens aren't too bothered by the extreme heat...

A re-purposed ash tray! And I absolutely LOVE it. Found by my hubby on his search for blue and white ceramics for a mosaic project. Of course I intercepted him and now have a stunning pin dish.

We love waling up to DMs tagging us in makes!
it.like.ash thrifted a Queen duvet cover and sewed up her second Fowey Jumpsuit - Love!
And whats even better? She has enough left over to make her husband a matching shirt!

First of September marks the start of Spring in the Southern Hemisphere.

Blossoms are popping up and the local flower farm has fresh spring bunches in stock. Always amazing how the prospect of warmer days puts a smile on your face. Well, for us at least!

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We love seeing you in your Sew Hello makes!

Thank you for every post, story and mention - its so great to see sewists from all over the world share photos of themselves in our styles.

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Jane Dennis was one of the first testers to share her Fowey Jumpsuit make with us. We love it!

The vintage floral on a dark background is such a timeless print, and can easily be dressed or down.


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Tessa Greene tagged us in this incredible make of the Roseland Jacket a few weeks back.

Her chosen fabric worked so perfectly for the drape, as well as the light texture created through the light quilt inspired topstitching.

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We are swooning!

What are your Saturday plans?
Its a cold and wintery Saturday in Cape Town, but we are surely dreaming of pottering in a spring graden wearing or Fowey Jumpsuits!
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Our newest release - the Fowey Jumpsuit!

After months pf development, tweaking and testing we are so excited to share this pattern.

She is easy-fitting, flowy and so comfortable. With two neckline variations she is sure to become a wardrobe favourite!

What would you make her in? A light drapey Viscose or rayon?
Maybe linen…
What about going to town in sequin?
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Our Fowey Jumpsuit is LIVE!
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We are so excited to share our newest pattern with you all.

The Fowey Jumpsuit is an elegant, yet extremely comfortable four season addition to any wardrobe.

This versatile jumpsuit can easily be styled or layered for any occasion or everyday wear.

The Fowey jumpsuit has bust darts, in-seam pockets and an invisible zipper closure on the back. The pattern comes with two neckline variations.

The bodice is fully lined, enclosing the waist seam for added comfort and the finished length lies just above the ankles.

The Fowey Jumpsuit takes the stress out of pairing tops and bottoms and will quickly become a wardrobe favourite.

Shop at 20% off for a limited time launch special!

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What a lovely surprise when shared her Roseland Jacket make in her beautiful studio.

We love this image and feel so inspired! Cant wait to see the finished jacket. 🎈🎈🎈
































Please remember to tag us into your Sew Hello makes, and feel free to send us images by mail, we’d love to share them kn our feed!

Thank you Stephanie Weidlich for sharing your make of the Roseland Jacket with us!

One of the most exciting things about getting tagged in posts and being sent photos is hearing about the fabric you chose for your make.
The connections we as makers have with fabric is such a deeply personal relationship.

Stephanie used a print by Anita Churchill from Waringarri Aboriginal Arts Centre in Kununurra, Western Australia.
Called Barramundi.



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Easter weekend feels like the official start of Autumn in South Africa.

Its usually a rainy long weekend filled with all the comforts cozy family gatherings offer. Fire places are often lit for the first time the season and off course there are loads of chocolate and feasting!

s make of the Rosland Jacket in a thicker melton with trim instead of quilting seems ideal for sneaking out to the shop for more hot cross buns!

Happy Easter weekend everyone.

TGIF!

How exciting that its time for the weekend. And also, how is it possible that tomorrow its April!

This year is flying past, and it serves as a reminder to really slow down and appreciate small victories. We’ve had some positive feedback over the last few days, and this is really motivating.

As an additional note, remember that all our patterns are size inclusive, and projector friendly!

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I have had a week of feeling stressed over silly details related to websites, Etsy shops etc.

I have been pouring hours into making tiny changes, I’m certain, are completely unnecessary and pointless.

But this is a thing for me. I find tiny insignificant things, make them a BIG deal in my head and obsess.
I had such a lovely chat to Sarah May (who is awesome) and she reminded me not to sweat the small stuff and focus on the part I love: Pattern Making.

She has such sensible clear advice. So that is what I am going to do!

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We hope you all had a slow and relaxing Sunday!

The Roseland Jacket does not require padded quilting, but rather just topstitching through the double layer lapel, back facing and cuffs.

You can design your own pattern design for this detail, making every Roseland jacket completely unique.

We cant wait to see all the incredible designs you tag us in!

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The lovely Eva from was one of our testers.

Its always so exciting seeing our tester’s makes, and receiving their feedback.

If you would like to test our next pattern, pop us a mail on [email protected]

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Its a super rainy day in the Cape today.

Not quite cold enough to start proper layering, but definitely perfect weather for this lightweight Roseland Jacket.
And also, what is better than sewing away on a long weekend.

Especially since it seems we have been spared by loadshedding!

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New pattern release!!!

Say hello to the Roseland Jacket!

The Roseland Jacket is a modern take on a vintage inspired easy wearing lightweight jacket.
It features a dolman sleeve and details influenced by tailoring techniques. The finished
garment offers a sophisticated yet comfortable look that can be easily dressed up or down.
There are two neckline choices, either a round or soft V-neck. The lapel is lined out and can be
quilted as a special feature. The Roseland Jacket is the perfect transitional jacket that will add interest and elegance to any outfit.

A shout out to for our favourite mug! The mustard jacket is made in a viscose twill from and the black is linen was from Munro Block ( who has unfortunately closed down).
Not to forget our beautiful model - 🤍

Shop the Roseland Jacket for a special launch price for a limited tome only!

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Roseland Jacket Launch - https://mailchi.mp/1ebc69e7ba67/roseland-jacket-launch

A few months these lovely photos made it to our inbox. And they still bring a smile to our faces every time we look at them!

The lovely was one of our St Ives Sweater pattern testers.

Remember, you can still download this pattern for free via sewhello.co.za

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What are your weekend plans?

Sometimes it feels like there are just way too many projects and really not enough time.

Slow creative projects should be there to connect with you passion, to wind down after a busy week of ‘being all the things to everyone’, to make space for yourself.

What is your favourite way of slowing down?

We are so inlove with Siska from ‘s version of the Polperro blouse!

‘I chose the sewhello polperro blouse as the first sew in my new sewing room. I wanted a straightforward sew with an easy fit. A simple top with pretty details that can go with anything and that I will reach for over and over. It certainly did not disappoint! I took my time to finish each detail and really enjoyed putting this top together. Love the instructions for finishing though I opted to finish my hem with bias tape instead of the suggested rolled hem. Will definitely try it next time! ‘

Thank you Siska for sharing you photos with us.
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BLACK FRIDAY!

Shop our Polperro Blouse at 50% off on our Etsy store this Black Friday Weekend!

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Hello, I’m Mary.

It is rather overdue to introduce myself, but better late than never!
I live in beautiful Cape Town, South Africa, with my husband, David, our three children and fur baby, Tiggy-Winkle.

It has taken me quite some time to get Sew Hello off the ground. In 2017 I ran with the idea, however, between really tough pregnancies, motherhood, three small children (with tiny age gaps), throw in some post-partum depression and sleep deprivation, well, Sew Hello got put on hold. But I am happy to say, finally, it is all happening. A little about me: I studied fashion design many moons ago, and after working in a number of different industries I came back to fashion and worked as a pattern maker for large clothing and swimwear manufacturers and later as a garment technologist for a RTW clothing company.

After having children, I was fortunate to become a full time mom, which I have completely cherished.
I am now bursting with ideas and the need to be creative and Sew Hello been the perfect project to delve into.

I drink a LOT of earl grey. I LOVE gardens and gardening (although I am a lazy gardener and expect the most of my plants).
I’m obsessed with Cornwall, country gardens and Monty Don.

I start WAY too many creative projects that I don’t always finish (lots of WIP’s around the house). I’m a terrible fabric stasher, but in my defense, it runs in my genes. When I’m feeling creative I take out ALL the things and spread them all over our house and am very bad at packing things away (this drives my darling husband crazy).
I aspire to be a minimalist but have a FAR too creative husband and too many hobbies and interests and for this to ever be possible. Therefore, our home is an eclectic blend of mid-century Modern meets country, with a dash of Cape vernacular and we love it.

My hope: that you find Sew Hello inspiring and fun and find great patterns here to build the slow and sustainable wardrobe of your dreams.

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Mary

Ps: Wearing a hacked Polperro blouse - as a tiered dress.


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We loved seeing all of our testers in their final St Ives Sweatshirts!

How much fun is this leopard print sweater made by !

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Remember to get you pattern for free from our website - just ready the description and follow the download links!

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Go to sewhello.co.za and look in the product description for the downloadable link!

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