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Nov 12, 20191 min read

Do something today your future self will thank you for

Oct 20, 20191 min read

Why do I do this to myself?

It's October, weekend Three. I'm tired but happy. This month, so far I've: Taught our lacemaking class at Rothwell Bobbins Given a talk...

Oct 17, 20191 min read

Can we talk about Christmas?

Yes I know, it's that C word. Christmas. But if you are intending on making presents for the people that you love, it's never too early...

Jul 10, 20191 min read

Why we love Merchant & Mills

Why we love Merchant & Mills. There is something really special about the packaging of Merchant & Mills products.

Mar 19, 20193 min read

Inspiration

What inspires you? At a recent event, a customer asked me if I had a particular colour kit. "Ah, you mean Susan". Naturally the...

Mar 9, 20191 min read

Why etui coterie?

So why exactly etui coterie? All this making started from my throwing myself into creating during bereavement leave. I made so many...

Mar 3, 20191 min read

The desire to create is one of the deepest longings of the soul

We love making things. It’s part of our soul here at etui coterie. We also love helping other people learn about making things and...

Jun 6, 20182 min read

My Fantasy Sewing Kit

We all know about fantasy sports leagues well here is my take - the fantasy sewing box. If you could have anything in your sewing box...