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Author: Sophie - Below the Kōwhai

Posted on 22 November 201922 November 2019 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — Leave a comment

Using Bias Binding Tutorial

Create smooth finishes with enclosed seams with this bias binding tutorial.

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Category: Tutorials
Tag: Tutorial
Posted on 12 November 201912 November 2019 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — Leave a comment

Kauri Dress lining hack

Our Kauri Dress sewing pattern comes with some of the most beautiful internal facings you’ll sew, but if lining is your jam then follow this tutorial for clean insides that spark joy with this Kauri Dress lining hack.

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Category: Tutorials
Tag: hack
Posted on 7 November 201914 September 2022 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — Leave a comment

shipping and delivery

We are excited to be offering printed paper patterns, fabric and notions to walk you through your handmade journey!

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Category: Behind The Scenes
Tag: shipping and delivery
Posted on 16 August 20193 September 2019 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — Leave a comment

How to use the Word Awhi

Awhi Coat pdf sewing pattern

You can use the word Awhi in your everyday language at home, here’s how:

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Categories: Community, Tutorials
Tags: awhi coat, Māori language and culture
Posted on 17 May 20193 February 2023 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — 2 Comments

Our embroidered Pepeha wall hanging

Embroidered Wall Hanging

Over 3 years I have been working on an embroidered pepeha walling hanging, a quilt to tell the story of our ancestors and who we are as a family.

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Category: Community
Tags: Behind The Scenes, Embroidery, hand made, Māori language and culture, New Zealand, The Making Of
Posted on 5 February 20193 February 2023 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — 1 Comment

Aotearoa New Zealand Resources

Sewing for mental health

I invite you to enjoy these uniquely Aotearoa, New Zealand resources to enrich your world view and love of our land.

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Category: Community
Tags: New Zealand, resources
Posted on 5 December 2018 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — 1 Comment

top 3 types of elastic

Different types of elastic

When sewing, it’s important to know that not all elastic is created equally.

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Category: Tutorials
Tags: The Mānuka Skirt, The Tui Pinafore, Tutorial
Posted on 30 October 201823 April 2019 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — Leave a comment

Pet Friends Sew Along Round Up

Below the Kowhai Pet Bag sew along

Thank you for joining in last weeks Pet Friends Bag Sew Along! Here is a round up of all things Pet Friends! 

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Category: Community
Tags: Pet Friends Bag, Sew Along
Posted on 9 October 201816 December 2019 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — Leave a comment

below the kōwhai sew-along details

Current sew along: *finished*
Pai Rawe set – 3rd – 6th December 2019

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Category: Community
Tags: Pet Friends Bag, Sew Along
Posted on 29 August 201830 August 2018 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — 1 Comment

below the kōwhai story book

Behind the Scenes Story Book of Below the Kōwhai

This is a never seen before glimpse into life behind the scenes at Below the Kōwhai and what it looks like for it’s creator, Sophie. Enjoy this story book by Camilla, age 6.

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Category: Behind The Scenes
Tag: Behind The Scenes
Posted on 23 August 201830 August 2018 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — 2 Comments

5 ways to sustainable sewing

Sustainable Sewing

Sustainable sewing doesn’t only have to be for those who can source locally milled organic cotton for their homemade garments.

Here are 5 ways that you can be more sustainable in your own sewing practices at home, on any budget!

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Category: Community
Tags: Eco Living, Sewing Room Ideas
Posted on 23 May 201823 April 2019 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — 2 Comments

mānuka skirt sew along round up

 

Thank you for joining in last weeks Mānuka Skirt Sew Along! Here is a round up of all things Mānuka!  Continue reading mānuka skirt sew along round up

Category: Community
Tags: Sew Along, The Mānuka Skirt

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