Welcome to a proper bumper edition in my sewing room — you know the kind where I’m meant to be “just browsing” and then somehow I’m surrounded by yummy fabrics and big plans. In this video I’m sharing a fabric haul, the patterns I’ve got my eye on, and all the real-life chatter that comes with building a handmade capsule wardrobe (including the excitement, the mess, and the inevitable “how could I resist?!” moments). If you love seeing what’s going into my wardrobe pipeline — and why — you’ll feel right at home. The extra special bit is the bag project from Babylon Leather. I talk through why I’m tempted by a quality bag make, and I share my affiliate link and discount code (Christine10) if you fancy treating yourself too. Pattern-wise, I’m looking at the Tempete Blouse and Brooklyn Trousers from Maison Fauve, plus the Quebrada Skirt by Itch to Stitch and the Rowie knit top/dress from Style Arc — all brilliant options for mix-and-match capsule pieces. It’s a very “plans on plans” episode, with loads of inspiration for what to sew next and how to turn great fabric finds into actual wearable outfits.