Author: Jennifer Mills

Jennifer Mills

Designer Jennifer has loved sewing since she made her first dress aged 12. She went on to do an apprenticeship and study Fashion Design, and now teaches sewing. Jennifer is passionate about upcycling and loves creating outfits and accessories from fabric that would otherwise be sent to landfill. Her work is often inspired by the natural world and in 2013 she studied Practical Horticulture at Bristol College. She has had patterns published in Simply Sewing Magazine. Follow her on Instagram @sewingskillsproject for sewing inspiration.

Putting on a glitter shrug is a fast way to add some glamour to any outfit – especially during the festive season. This design created by Jennifer Mills is very versatile and suitable for a variety of occasions, from Christmas parties to dinner dates. Sewing sequin fabric can be tricky, but don’t worry because we have lots of expert tips to help you create this wonderful shrug. Notes Ease, seam and hem allowances have been included in the calculations for this design. The seam allowance is 1cm (3⁄8in), and the hems are finished with bias binding so do not require…

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