Carmen Grantham - grey haired lady wearing floral jacket with green bushes, grey wall and lawn in the background.

Hi, I’m Carmen.

For as long as I can remember, sewing has been my creative outlet. I’ve learned through books, videos, workshops, and plenty of failures along the way.

After more than 20 years as a computer programmer, I bring my love of problem-solving and organisation to sewing, creating tools and resources that help make the creative process easier and more enjoyable.

I’m here to help sewists make time for their projects, build confidence in their skills, and enjoy more of the creative process.

Sew Alongside Other Sewists

Sewing Days is a welcoming community where sewists come together to work on their projects, share progress, and stay motivated.

Connect with other sewists through co-sewing sessions, discussions, and practical resources designed to help you make time for your creative projects.

You’ll find templates, trackers, and planners to support your sewing practice and help you keep creating.

Grey haired lady looking at cmaera next to a sewing machine and overlocker.

Keep Track of Your Sewing Projects

Create your own sewing planner so you can set sewing goals, record body measurements and record details of your sewing projects with this PDF printable. There’s something special about having a physical record of your sewing all in one place. These printables are just the start of recording your sewing journey

Includes  three colourways – grey, blue and green
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Free Resources for a More Joyful Sewing Experience

Start Organising Your Sewing the Easy Way

Before you dive into your next project, take a moment to bring some order to your sewing instructions. I’ve created this free Sewing Instructions Template to give you a simple, structured way to capture techniques and steps from any source — helping you sew with calm, focus and confidence every time you sit down to create.

You’ll be amazed at how much more enjoyable sewing becomes with a simple system.

Make Your Sewing Time Truly Yours

My blog is for sewists who want more than just a project finished — it’s for those who want their creative time to feel calm, organised, and joyful. I share ideas, insights, and practical tips to help you bring clarity to your sewing practice, so you can focus on creating with confidence and enjoy every moment at your machine.