Hi, and welcome to Peasant Stitches. Here you will find easy, creative ways to sew with what you have and to make your life more beautiful, even on a tight budget.

I’m based in Pretoria, South Africa, and I love sewing for my home, friends, and family. Handmade items are so much more personal and sustainable than store-bought, and I hope to instill a love for sustainable fashion, home decor, and family living on this blog.

Why Peasant Stitches?

Peasants were the common labourers in Medieval times. They did not own land, rather they survived day-to-day on what they could cultivate on the land. I like to draw inspiration from these figures who endured daily toil of working with their hands, while also appreciating the beauty of a simple life.

I hope that you will also be inspired to live like a peasant in this modern world.