One of the biggest frustration I hear from all of my students and when I interact with sewists online is fit. As in, sewing clothes and trying to get the fit right and feeling completely frustrated by that process. I can understand that; it's a deep topic with lots of steps and our bodies are dynamic and wonderfully, three dimensional. But it doesn't have to be so frustrating.
I'm here today to share with you my wardrobe planning ritual. Now doesn't that sound fancy! It's not. It's really about getting honest and authentic with yourself. And maybe a…
I am equal parts tuckered out and feeling the urge to purge! This past weekend my husband and I moved my mother-in-law from the Detroit area to Petoskey, Michigan...closer to…
I never make New Year's resolutions. Not anymore. Let me be clear, I have forever been an enthusiastic lover of new beginnings - and the new year is the epitome…
Part 5 of our story, and in conclusion... (you can read part 1 here, 2 here, 3 here, 4 here) Reading that book, Julie and Julia, was a pivotal moment for…
On to part 4 of our story...(you can read part 1 here & 2 here & 3 here) After that yurt building adventure and my time as a bookstore owner,…
On to part 3 of our story. (You can read parts 1 here & 2 here) While I identify most strongly as a maker with textiles, I'm not only a…
Not sure the answer to the question in the subject line? It's NO. Just so you know. Now you don't have to learn the hard way. Like I did. Now,…
There are some new faces here and I thought it might be a good time to share why I'm here talking to you in the first place. A good time…
Some pattern drafting…. We've been talking about taking a basic, really well-fitting t-shirt pattern and turning it into some sleeveless garments. This week we'll talk about a racerback tank top…
This week has found me hand stitching a garment, a la Alabama Chanin, visiting for the first time in months with my mama because it feels like there is a…