This post was originally published August 13, 2019 for the Imagine Gnats Blog. Since the shop closed in early 2020, I have republished my contributors posts (with permission) to this blog. I have included some additional thoughts and pictures after some real-life wear and tear. Enjoy! In Ohio, we are in the dog days of … Continue reading Pattern Review: Aida Top in Verona Voile
Things got pretty busy around the holidays, so it's about time I get back to the blog. I can't believe it's March already and I'm just getting around to reviewing the Fibre Mood Holly Dress I made back in November! We are in the midst of Covid-19 self-quarantine and blogging a bit is helping me … Continue reading Pattern Review || Fibre Mood Holly Dress
The Abbey Convertible Backpack is my go-to bag when taking day-trips with my kids. I like having it out of the way but still being able to hold the essentials. But being a designer, I constantly have new ideas and wish there were different features with every bag I own. On the back of the … Continue reading Add a Phone Zipper Pocket to the Abbey Convertible Backpack
The Claire Fold-over Clutch was my very first published pattern just over a year ago. I can't believe it's been that long already. I put my own twist on the popular bag style with a large easy access pocket on the back and the simple use of leather one side of the bag - making … Continue reading Guitar Strap Tutorial with the Claire Fold-over Clutch
What great timing on the launch of these Peppermint Pajamas by Blank Slate Patterns. We're heading into holiday season and I've always sewn family PJs for Christmas Eve. I've also always drafted my own (making different tweeks every year) and have yet to add pockets. Well, now I actually have a pattern (that fits!) and … Continue reading Peppermint PJs Review
