Olde Velvetgypsies

Private sewing tuition can open up a whole world of creating opportunities. This student is creating her very first dress to wear to her prom. We cannot wait to see the finished article! #makeyourpromdress #diyfashion #memade #slowfashion #slowsewing #learntosew #thingstodoincornwall

Gotta love preloved. Found the best summer dress £5 in @cr_uk Falmouth. Nearly half way through our year of not buying new and posting a preloved outfit a week, we would love to see what you are wearing. Don't forget to use our unique hashtag #52weeks52outfits

This week's #52weeks52outfits

Pattern cutting out at sea, now that is a first! Beautiful day to be on the water #patterncutting #slowfashion #slowsewing #sewingonaboat #dressmaking @ Guernsey, Channel Islands

Don't worry if you missed the opportunity to make the Hinterland dress with us last time we are heading to @heartlandscornwall again on Sunday 9th June to do it all over again so come and join us and make your very own dress ready for the summer. Link in bio #diyfashion #learntosew #sustainablefashion #sustainableliving #memade #memadeeveryday #slowsewing #thingstodoincornwall #sewingworkshops #dressmaking #sewsewsew #slowfashion

Another preloved outfit from local Cornish charity stores. Jacket, trousers and creeper shoes all @cr_uk Falmouth. Shirt upcycled with leopard trimmings. A whole outfit for under £20. What are you wearing this week? We are showing off an outfit a week for 2019. Show us your preloved and handmade. Don't forget to use the hashtag #52weeks52outfits #diyfashion #learntosew #supportyourlocalcharityshop #preloved #prelovedfashion #memade #upcycledfashion #frugalliving #sustainableliving

Massive thank you to #sewingtreats for the new handmade clay fabric weights. They look so good I almost ate them! #patternweights #kiddylizzy #learntosew #diyfashion

Perfect end to a sunny day, making cushions with a lovely group of ladies! Family cushion photo. Thank you ladies for a great evening! #diycushions #craft #learntosew #memadeeveryday

Our floor cushion workshop is well underway. Can't wait to see the results

So proud of one of our students visiting our favourite place the @retrochicwarehouse in Penryn to purchase some preloved fabric and make this beautiful dungaree dress! https://www.instagram.com/p/BxF0OOiBidz/< br>

Mix up your wardrobe with the clothes sway at Hillbillys in Falmouth

Come back sunshine so that we can get back to the beach with our preloved accessories! Hotter sandals £6, sunglasses £1 book £1.50 all @cr_uk Falmouth . What are you wearing this week? Use our hashtag #52weeks52outfits to show off your preloved finds #thingstodoincornwall #supportyourlocalcharityshop #preloved #prelovedclothing #prelovedfashion #ecofashion #frugalliving

Always enjoy a sunny day treasure hunting @retrochicwarehouse in Penryn Cornwall. So many beautiful fabrics and constantly changing stock. Very exciting! #diyfashion #frugalliving #frugalfashion #preloved #prelovedfabric #prelovedfashion #ecofashion #thingstodoincornwall

Pattern Cutting beginners course starting Thursday 9th May 6:30-9:30pm @palaciolounge . Learn how to take your body measurements and create a bodice block in your perfect size. Pm for details or follow the 'get tickets' link in bio #patterncutting #dressmaking #falmouthhighstreet #thingstodoincornwall #diyfashion

Love a trip down to miss Molly's tea room in camborne