KIM DAVE

Fall Inlove With Red Again

The holiday season is upon us and it’s only 20 days till Christmas. In line with the holiday spirit, I recently made a chic red oversize jumper. I used two & half metres of scuba to create this garment and worked without a pattern. Check it out below. Watch the full sewing tutorial. Red beret…

The Kim Dave Christmas Hamper Boxes are here

It’s no news that I have an online shop where I curate prints, sewing patterns and more for fashion design lovers like myself. New to the shop are the Christmas hamper boxes. Make this holiday season exceptional by bringing Joy to a special one or yourself with one of five exclusive hampers of ten items each aimed…

Five Ways To Refresh Your Wardrobe for Autumn

Hi guys. Allow me to welcome you to Autumn season in the U.K. and possibly other countries in the Northern Hemisphere. I personally don’t like to spend a lot of money buying a new wardrobe whenever the seasons change, so if you’re on board with me on that thought then you’re in for a treat….

Yellow Bride

Life really has its own plans, sometimes it aligns with yours and other times you have to let go & be schooled by life’s experiences. The woman I’m becoming is a product of life, love and experiences. I used to be scared of the idea of ageing. But in recent times, I’ve come to really…

The Gift Of Your Flaws

The gift of your flaws. The things you consider flaws, imperfections or ‘not-beautiful’ are all part of what makes you beautiful & unique. The shape of your lips, eyes and chin are all features sculpted by the Potter to make you a one of a kind being. ‘Seriously, be strong and know when enough is…

Pink Crush

Hey guys! Welcome to a fresh week. To ease you into the next seven days, I will be showing you my most recent sewing project. It is a jumpsuit, my first jumpsuit. I challenged myself to make a colourful piece just in time for my summer vacation. I mixed two materials which were gifted to…

Lady in Lace

I grew up with the Sun. We usually have a summer-like weather all year round in my home country Nigeria. So naturally, I get a lot happier during the warmer months in the year. With my mood pumped up and beautiful flowers coming into full bloom this month, I thought I’d put together a playful…

Simple Ways To Incorporate Prints Into Your Wardrobe

What’s up guys? Hope you’ve been enjoying Spring so far? The time to box all our wool, felt & thick garments in exchange for thinner colourful clothing is here! For some however, wearing colour can be very tasking. This is where I come in to help. I naturally enjoy incorporating colours & prints in my…

Beauty In Ruins

Hey loves, hope you’re having a good week. One of the spring trends I love personally is the gingham trend, even though the material reminds me of my boarding school days. lol. I made this blouse with the most beautiful balloon sleeves and peplum at the waist. I got the fabric from fabricland The blouse…