Sewing Journal
Sewing Journal
Use this unique journal is a creative space for you to record sewing projects, store inspiration and make lists for next time you sew. I explain why it is 'unlike any other' journal in the FAQs - a creative collaboration with tween/teen girls and LH Agenda. A beautiful gift.
Features:
- 160 x 100gsm pages
- Blank, lined, gridded, dotted pages
- Unique full colour artwork for the senses
- Outer dimension: 145mm (W) x 195mm(H) x 1.2mm(D)
- Bonus: Downloadable Shopping Checklist
- Buy 3 - Ship free.
This is a physical product and ship to Australia and NZ only. Costs applied at checkout.
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What is included
What is included
- 160 x 100gsm pages
- Blank, lined, gridded, dotted pages
- Unique full colour artwork for the senses
- Outer dimension: 145mm (W) x 195mm(H) x 1.2mm(D)
- Bonus: Downloadable Shopping Checklist
Wrapped in a plastic sleeve for protection.
How long does it take to ship
How long does it take to ship
Australia - Australia Parcel Post for delivery
- Free shipping on all Australian journal orders over $90AUD.
- Flat rate standard shipping $12.50 on journal orders under $90AUD. Express shipping $18.50*
New Zealand - Australia Parcel Post for delivery
- Orders over $90AUD will receive free shipping.
- Orders under $90AUD will incur a $12.50AUD flat rate shipping fee. Express shipping $22.00
I endeavour to ship your journals the same day they are ordered. All orders received by 2pm AEST (Brisbane) will be shipped same day. However, depending on the time ordered please give up to 24 hours of the order being received for shipping to take place. Please note that orders will be processed Monday – Friday and no later than 2pm (AEST). Any orders received outside these times will be posted the following business day.
Australian orders generally take 1-5 business days for standard post, and 1-2 business days for express post. Remote locations 5-8 business days.
Overseas orders take 1-2 weeks but faster delivery times to the NZ have been experienced, but please take into account international customs and laws which can cause minor delays. As each country has different laws and taxes, we cannot take responsibility for any taxes or duty occurred. These possible fees are not included in our ordering process and is the sole responsibility of the customer.
Who is it for
Who is it for
If your are a Meticulous Planner - then this is a perfect place to plan your next sewing project. And it fits in your bag so you can take it shopping with you.
For all of you I have included a Sewing Project Shopping list template that will fit inside your journal.
Sneak look inside
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is this journal unique?
- Before I became a surface and sewing pattern designer I taught girls (tweens and teens) how to be creative. Over 7 years I ran a lot of workshops and activities that encouraged them to put the creative process into action. They were both physical and online workshops.
- One of those workshops was designing a mood-board for their bedroom based around a "feeling" word. How did they want their room to make them feel?
- At this age their room is one of the few spaces they have influence over. If they can successfully design a space that makes them "feel" how they want to feel then they could take those principles into other parts of their life.
- Little did the girls know, that with every workshop during those years they were inspiring the uniqueness of this journal. Each girl interpreted that feeling differently. For example, where ‘happiness’ was loud and bright for some, for others it was soft and pastel. This was the inspiration for creating pages within the journal that evoke different moods.
- I could not reach everyone through my workshops and events, so I wanted to create an inspiring ‘mobile space’ in the shape of a Journal for Girls. It is a place to practice creativity in your own time and place.
- There are no inspirational quotes, lists or to-dos. Just a blank canvas, spattered with unique design and bursts of colour – some bold some subtle. Let your mood take you to a new page.
- Girls were invited to participate in “The Design Team” of this journal which 16 seized the opportunity. They are all listed in the back of the journal. They helped us refine our thinking and contribute to colour, content and cover design, all brought together by the talented graphic designer Renee Rogers.
- I am blessed to be able to share this with you. It is a journal for all ages, not just girls.
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What language is this journal in?
There is very little text in the journal, but where there is, it is in English.
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Who is Dreaming Big For Little Girls?
Dreaming Big For Little Girls is the brand on the Journal. It was a business I ran under the Jane Harbison Design banner. (you will notice the characteristic "XO" in it's logo.)
For 7 years I taught girls (tweens and teens) how to be creative. I taught them a 5 step creative process Saturate, Percolate, Create, Celebrate and Rejuvenate in a fun and unobtrusive way.
At the time I was also on boards of independent schools. I did this for 17 years. Creativity was not taught well. Its value in the curriculum is changing but I felt their was an avenue for teaching a process for solving any problem or seizing any opportunity with originality and calm.
Sir Ken Robinson defines creativity best "Creativity is the process of original ideas that add value." Therefore, creativity:
- Is a Process
- Is Original
- Has Value
You will see me go through this purpose and process with you when creating capsule wardrobes and completing sewing projects. When we do our efforts are rewarded handsomely.
So although Dreaming Big For Little Girls no longer exists physically it does in spirit.
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What Bonuses are included?
- The journal is a piece of art and you are encouraged to use it any way you like.
- But I have also included a couple of PDF resources specifically for getting your sewing project off the ground. They can be inserted into the blank pages of your journal. You will be emailed them after you have purchased your journals.
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Who is this journal for?
Anyone.
It makes a beautiful gift for yourself or someone else you care about.
That is all I have to say about that.
Let customers speak for us
I love her voice on the video tutorial. She’s very pleasant to listen to. She explains things very well. I love the pattern
I made two collared camp shirts for my husband in no time.
Super simple to follow the pattern and the extra resources/videos etc were so helpful for the fine details.
Thank you so much Jane! I'll be sure to check your site first the next time I'm making something new xo
I really enjoyed making the Bucket Hat. The pattern, and instructions are very easy to follow. The finished product was a perfect fit and looked great. Highly recommend
The pattern works and does fit. Have sewn it twice so far and have a 3rd planned Was able to sew the shirt to fit without any alteration to the pattern. I did have to look up other instructions that work better for the collar and went with larger buttons than advised (Slightly larger is better for plus sized)
Really like that there is A3 printing, made the home printing process much easier.
Wish there were more patterns for larger men.
Great communication, beautiful fabric.
I really enjoyed sewing this pattern. The instructions were easy to follow and I'm very happy with how the robe turned out. I made my robe out of flanelette and added piping. It's lovely and warm. Definitely recommend this pattern.
Jane congratulations on your extensive array of beautifully crafted designs and gorgeous gift solutions. Your Autumn range has brightened up our kitchen no end with few failing to admire your tea towels when they call in.
I’m really excited to make this, but I want to make it special. My husband had a winter robe I bought him 30 years ago and while it is threadbare in parts he won’t part with it, so this summer robe needs to be the right fabric weight and colour. Still in the planning. Winter here in Australia so I have a little time for selection
I received my fabric today and I was so happy, the fabric ( the orange leaf) is so much better than the picture, wonderful quality 👍👍. I will be making it into a shirt and I can’t wait to get started. Thank you Jane for your wonderful design, I really love it, Coralie in Brookfield 😊😊
This fabric looks and feels great, can't wait to sew another pair of men's boxers. The printed design is unique- there's nothing like this at Spotlight!
Very nice fabric
The shorts turned out really well, the pattern was well presented and very easy to make with the aid of Jane's excellent step by step video tutorials. I enjoyed being part of the sew-along and look forward to more opportunities to participate and learn in this way. The fabric is lovely to work with and I'm looking forward to making more garments with Jane's amazing fabric designs.
I had the lovely opportunity to join into the Valentine's day sewalong this weekend. It was my first sewalong and I really enjoyed the experience. I've been sewing on and off for 25 years or so. Sewing is a solo hobby for me and joining a sew-along makes it more communal.
The shorts pattern was easy to understand and cut out of the lovely fabric which was included in my sew-along. Jane's step by step videos were excellent to follow along. I really liked how the shorts turned out. Definitely recommend this pattern and I will definitely join more sew-alongs!
I wanted to support a local designer. Jane was very responsive and supportive when I had difficulty interpreting the instructions, Jane was very open to changing things to make it easier to understand. In the end, the shirt fitted beautifully without any adjustments. I'm very happy with it.
Having not sewn for many years, I thoroughly enjoyed the sew along. It was great to keep me on track with the tasks broken down into manageable chunks each day. Jane’s instructional videos were so helpful, being a visual learner I found watching the videos made it so easy to complete the tasks. Even the more complex tasks like the yoke and collar were easy to work through to end up with a professional finish. Jane was extremely encouraging and helpful with answering any questions or helping solve issues I had. I look forward to making more shirts and I know that the skills I have learnt will be used in many other sewing projects. Thanks Jane for encouraging me to start sewing again.