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![Chanel-inspired Camden Skirt Pattern Hack](http://www.ninalee.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/Nina_Lee_yellow_tweed_Camden_skirt_1.jpg?v=1680906114&width=533)
Chanel-inspired Camden Skirt Pattern Hack
Onto this latest fun hack. It's the Camden Skirt – but what a change. This version was inspired by classic Chanel tweed garments, and also the sixties' styling of the...
Chanel-inspired Camden Skirt Pattern Hack
Onto this latest fun hack. It's the Camden Skirt – but what a change. This version was inspired by classic Chanel tweed garments, and also the sixties' styling of the...
![6 things I’ve learned in 6 years of running my business](http://www.ninalee.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/IMG_1482.jpg?v=1679454293&width=533)
6 things I’ve learned in 6 years of running my ...
Yep, you read right – Nina Lee Patterns has just turned six years old! It seems like a good time to reflect on what I’ve learned, what I would (will) do...
6 things I’ve learned in 6 years of running my ...
Yep, you read right – Nina Lee Patterns has just turned six years old! It seems like a good time to reflect on what I’ve learned, what I would (will) do...
![My quilted BAKERLOO JACKET! Part 2 of 2](http://www.ninalee.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/Quilted_Bakerloo_jacket_1.jpg?v=1678422993&width=533)
My quilted BAKERLOO JACKET! Part 2 of 2
I made a perfect spring jacket! After sharing the first steps last week, now I'm on to construction...
My quilted BAKERLOO JACKET! Part 2 of 2
I made a perfect spring jacket! After sharing the first steps last week, now I'm on to construction...
![My quilted BAKERLOO JACKET! Part 1 of 2](http://www.ninalee.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/Quilted-Bakerloo-shell-1.jpg?v=1677974069&width=533)
My quilted BAKERLOO JACKET! Part 1 of 2
Having spotted a dream jacket in Boden Kids (children get the most fun clothes!) I realised that with some minor tweaks I could use the Bakerloo Blouse pattern...
My quilted BAKERLOO JACKET! Part 1 of 2
Having spotted a dream jacket in Boden Kids (children get the most fun clothes!) I realised that with some minor tweaks I could use the Bakerloo Blouse pattern...
![How to craft yourself a fabulous hair bow – FREE pattern download and tutorial](http://www.ninalee.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/Yellow-gingham-bow-scaled.jpg?v=1677974069&width=533)
How to craft yourself a fabulous hair bow – FRE...
I wear these bows all the time and they are the most commented upon things I’ve ever worn! Almost every time I put one on and go out, strangers will...
How to craft yourself a fabulous hair bow – FRE...
I wear these bows all the time and they are the most commented upon things I’ve ever worn! Almost every time I put one on and go out, strangers will...
![How to lengthen or shorten a sewing pattern](http://www.ninalee.co.uk/cdn/shop/articles/Lengthen_shorten_pattern_illustrations-11.png?v=1678156608&width=533)
How to lengthen or shorten a sewing pattern
Just like ready-to-wear clothing, sewing patterns are normally designed for a specific height. I design my patterns for someone who's 5 ft 6 (a height more common than most, in...
How to lengthen or shorten a sewing pattern
Just like ready-to-wear clothing, sewing patterns are normally designed for a specific height. I design my patterns for someone who's 5 ft 6 (a height more common than most, in...