Sewing on a Budget

Sewing doesn’t have to be an expensive hobby I promise you! I will show you how to source free sewing patterns, save money on sewing supplies and reuse fabric from old garments so that you can cut the cost of sewing.

Here are my latest sewing projects to inspire you.

Latest Sewing Posts

The Great British Sewing Bee is back for 2026!

Patrick and Esmé are back for another series of The Great British Sewing Bee! The new season starts on Tuesday 14th July on BBC One at 8pm!

To celebrate the return of our favourite sewing show, Minerva are offering 20% off all fabric for the whole run of the series! This includes fabrics inspired by the show, Minerva Exclusive prints, Core Range essentials, ex-designer deadstock and much more.

Use the code AWBEEBACK to save 10% off all fabric – Minerva Craft Club members save 20%
If you’re not a member yet, treat yourself and sign up today! You’ll save an extra 10% off everything you spend at Minerva for the next 12 months!!
Shop all fabric at https://www.minerva.com/mp/GBP?page=1&sort=trending&type=Fabrics
Offer ends Wednesday 30th September

A Little Bit About Me . . .

Hi there! Thank you so much for stopping by my little corner of the interweb. I’m Bridie.

I’m a busy mum to two small humans, two guinea pigs and a bouncing bundle of border collie puppy. We live in not so sunny Lancashire in the north of England.

I’m a very frugal crafter so I sew with a lot of free patterns, repurposed fabrics and thrifty hacks. I’m always on the look out for deals and ways to cut the cost of sewing.

I’ll show you all the best ways to craft on a tight budget so you can still create a life you love.

I’ve included links to my favourite retailers for the products I’ve used to make my crafts. Click on any of the product images and links for full details. If you decide to buy any of these products I may get a small percentage of what you spend. There’s no cost to you at all.

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