1

2

A Bustle & Sew Publication

Copyright © Bustle & Sew Limited 2016

The right of Helen Dickson to be identified as theauthor of this work has been asserted inaccordance with the Copyright, Designs andPatents Act 1988.

All rights reserved. No part of this publicationmay be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system ortransmitted in any form, or by any means, withoutthe prior written permission of the author, nor beotherwise circulated in any form of binding orcover other than that in which it is published andwithout a similar condition being imposed on thesubsequent purchaser.

Every effort has been made to ensure that all theinformation in this book is accurate. However,due to differing conditions, tools and individualskills, the publisher cannot be responsible for anyinjuries, losses and other damages that may resultfrom the use of the information in this book.

First published 2016 by:Bustle & SewThe CottageOakhillRadstockBA3 5HTUK

www.bustleandsew.com

3

Welcome to the March Issue

Welcome to the March issue - the first issue of spring! As the days grow longer and signs ofspring begin to appear all around us, then it’s time to put away those winter projects - farewellto tweeds, woollens and rich dark colours and hello to a lighter, fresher-feeling palette of sugarcoloured hues. Here in the UK the clocks go forward at the end of the month, and BritishSummer Time brings longer evenings and a feeling that the warmer weather really will be herebefore too long.

Considering sugar … Easter is early this year .. and so we’ve included not one, but two ofDebbie’s delicious seasonal recipes which you’re sure to enjoy whether you’re celebrating ornot, while Lauren Wright of Molly and Mama has contributed a delightful St Patrick’s Day pincushion that would make a perfect gift, or lovely to keep for your own workroom. We alsotake a tour of Jacquelynne Steves’ workroom and I must admit that I do plan to copy one ortwo of her very clever storage ideas over the coming months.

The April issue will be published on Thursday 31 March so please do look out for it then.Meanwhile I hope you have a very happy month with lots of time for stitching!

Best wishes

Helen xx

4

To keep thread, floss & yarn from tangling and knotting when sewing, every so oftenhold the tail of the medium with the needle dangling and let it unwind. Another trickto keep thread, floss & yarn from tangling and knotting when sewing is to thread itthrough a bit of beeswax before starting, or thread it through thick unscented and

non-tinted lip balm.

Tips for Stitchers

5

Between the Covers …Contributors

Lauren Wright

The very talented lady behindMolly and Mama tells us abouther creative journey andshares a pattern too!

Jacquelynne Steves

Take a tour of Jacquelynne’sbeautiful studio, spot some ofher lovely makes and learnabout her BOM Club too!

Catherine Beaumont

Talks to us about sewing,fabric design and how shestarted her lifestyle brand,Peonie Cole

Debbie Thomson

Keeps us very well organised,as well as researching somelovely features and creatingour new “In the Kitchen” series

Tips for Stitchers Page 4

March Almanac Page 6

Spring is in the Air Hoop Page 8

Mad as a March Hare? Page 11

Spring Bunny Wreath Page 13

Meet the Maker: Lauren Wright Page 14

Molly & Mama St Patrick’s Pin Cushion Page 17

In the Kitchen: Chocolate Truffles Page 22

Zebra Trophy Head Page 24

Studio Tour: Jacquelynne Steves Page 27

Lovely Idea: Very Nice Mice Page 30

Leaping Rabbit Cushion Page 31

Childhood Favourite: Growing Cress Indoors Page 37

In the Kitchen: Hot Cross Buns Page 38

March’s Favourite Blogs Page 41

Bread Roll Basket Page 42

Meet the Maker: Catherine Beaumont Page 44

Poetry Corner: Wordsworth’s Daffodils Page 46

Cross Stitch Rabbit Page 47

The Love of a Pet Page 48

Lovely Idea: Paper Succulents Page 51

Fuzzy Little Mouse Page 52

Our Feathered Friends Page 54

Creating a Successful Business with Friends Page 55

Home Comforts Page 57

March Calendar Page 58

In the Kitchen: Conversion Tables Page 59

Templates Page 60