How to give a handmade gift
Have you ever received or given a handmade gift? There's an extra special something that gets sewn up into them and that's why I love
Fabric Shops in Toyko
I'm so excited to share our very special guest post today by Aims of Indy Bindy Fabrics! Read on for her insightful virtual tour of
All about Lace!
If you love getting lost in the lace aisle of your local fabric shop or maybe you've recently discovered lace online and are a little
Quick facing tips for a pro finish
From dresses to blouses to neck and sleeve edges - even hems! - facings are a great way to finish our garment edges. They're also
Lanzarote Fabric Store Guide
I don't know about you but the first thing I do when planning to travel to a new city or country is research the local
Exciting News!
I'm so thrilled to share that I've joined the Texi family as a Brand Ambassador! European fashion designers know Texi as the go-to for innovative industrial
Make a Lavendar Eye Pillow
You know when a good friend tells you about something, a new product or thing, and you're kindof skeptical but you trust that person's judgement
Use your scraps to make dog beds for shelters
When I heard that our local shelter was desperate for bedding for the 300 dogs in their care, I knew it was time to put
Pattern Spotlight: The Lenox Romper
As Summer in the northern hemisphere is just around the corner, it feels so good to store away the winter quilt from our bed and
Sew and Flow: yoga stretches for sewists
I'm so excited to welcome my friend Kirsten, whose yoga studio, Yoga Culture is located in my hometown in the Pacific Northwest.
Using PDF Patterns
If you're new to using PDF sewing patterns, this video is a must-watch! I walk through all the basics and best tips.
Bowery Hack – add a chic flange
I'm so excited to share this simple but cool hack you can do using your Bowery sweatshirt pattern!
Me Made Style File – The Hudson Top
The Hudson Top PDF Pattern has ties that can be tied in several different ways! In this Me Made Style File, I'll show you 3
Me Made Style File – The Lenox
A stylish way to wear pajamas during the day? Umm yeah, sign me up! Here’s my latest Me Made Style File this time featuring the
Free Pattern: Make an eye mask
I can't think about Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's without thinking about her chic blue eye mask: the cat by her side prodding her
Me Made Style File – The Mercer Top
Power shoulder, sporty athleisure, 80's rock 'n roll
Pattern layering: how to print just your size
With PDF patterns, we have the ability to put each size on it's own "layer" and you have the ability to choose to print whichever
My Storage Tote – Free Pattern
In last week's vlogg about how I've organized my new sewing space, several of you commented, "yes" to wanting my pattern for my storage totes.
Our newest Sewing and the City Partners
It's time to introduce our newest Sewing and the City Partners and their lovely makes! I can't tell you how much I love their makes
How I’m Organizing My Sewing Space
Join me in my new sewing studio as I show the 3 me-made storage options I made and how I'm organizing all my fabric, notions,
