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Sewing with Autumn Inspiration

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

Tui Pinafore Ruffle Hack

Follow this Tui Pinafore ruffle hack to create your own adorable shoulder ruffles using the existing pattern strap pieces!

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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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applying iron on interfacing

Iron-On Interfacing is easy to apply, but if done incorrectly will result in bubbled fabric. Watch this video tutorial for the how-to on applying it!

Tutorials

Using Bias Binding Tutorial

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

Tutorials

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.

Behind The Scenes

shipping and delivery

We are excited to be offering printed paper patterns and shipping on a selection of our most popular patterns.

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How to use the Word Awhi

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

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Our embroidered Pepeha wall hanging

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

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Aotearoa New Zealand Resources

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