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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.

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.

Posted on 30 April 202030 April 2020 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — 2 Comments

How To Make Your Own Fabric Sewing Labels

You can make fabric sewing labels using your home printer! Check out this blog for all the DIY tips and tricks to make your home sewing look super profesh with your customised labels!

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.

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.

Posted on 14 March 202014 March 2020 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — Leave a comment

Tui Pinafore Ruffle Hack

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

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.

Posted on 2 March 20202 March 2020 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — Leave a comment

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!

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.

Posted on 12 November 201912 November 2019 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — Leave a comment

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.

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!

Posted on 16 August 20193 September 2019 by Sophie - Below the Kōwhai — Leave a comment

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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