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Home / Author: rachelslimmon

Author: rachelslimmon

Posted on 3 December 202018 February 2021 by rachelslimmon — Leave a comment

Tui-Pai Dungaree Mashup

Use two of our most popular patterns to create this gorgeous dungaree mashup.

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Category: Tutorials
Tags: hack, Overalls
Posted on 19 November 202018 February 2021 by rachelslimmon — Leave a comment

Jersey Kauri Dress Hack

Transform your Kauri Dress pattern into a jersey knit masterpiece with this tutorial.

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Category: Tutorials
Tags: hack, jersey, kauri dress, knit
Posted on 30 October 202030 October 2020 by rachelslimmon — Leave a comment

Kauri Dress A-line Hack

Follow this Kauri Dress hack to create your own A-Line, button through dress using only the existing pattern pieces!

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Category: Tutorials
Tags: A-line Dress, hack, kauri dress
Posted on 6 October 20206 October 2020 by rachelslimmon — Leave a comment

Tipa Dungaree Skirt Hack

Follow this Tipa Dungaree hack to create your own on-trend Tipa Skirt using only the existing pattern pieces!

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Category: Tutorials
Tags: hack, tipa dungarees, Tutorial
Posted on 27 May 202027 June 2024 by rachelslimmon — Leave a comment

Tips for sewing buttonholes

You don’t need to be afraid of buttonholes any longer! Follow this tutorial to create your own beautiful buttonholes to add to your Kauri Dress, Awhi Coat or other favourite BTK makes.

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Category: Tutorials
Tags: buttonholes, Tutorial
Posted on 7 May 202018 February 2021 by rachelslimmon — Leave a comment

Tui Pinafore Bow and Loop Hack

Transform your Tui Pinafore with this great bow and loop hack.

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Category: Tutorials
Tags: bow back, hack, Tui Pinafore, Tutorial
Posted on 23 April 202027 June 2022 by rachelslimmon — Leave a comment

Up cycle and sew with Vintage fabrics

Inspiration, tips and advice to up cycle old fabric with your Below the Kōwhai sews.

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Category: Community
Tags: sewing, sustainable sewing, upcycle fabrics, vinatge fabrics
Posted on 26 March 20203 February 2023 by rachelslimmon — Leave a comment

Sewing with Autumn Inspiration

Cosy up to beautiful colours and tones with this Autumn inspiration for your Below the Kōwhai makes.

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Category: Community
Tags: autumn sewing, Blog, inspiration, season inspiration, The Mānuka Skirt
Posted on 12 March 202012 March 2020 by rachelslimmon — 1 Comment

Scrap Busting Scrunchie Tutorial

Follow this Scrunchie Tutorial to create the perfect hair accessory to coordinate with all your Below the Kōwhai makes.

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Category: Tutorials
Tags: hair, matching, scrunchies, Tutorial
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