It's been quite a journey, but I have finally written my Colleen Tote bag pattern! If you've been following me on Instagram, you know I've been making this bag for well over a year now, but always tweaked the design every time I made it. As a newbie designer, I just wasn't comfortable enough to … Continue reading Colleen Tote :: Pattern Release
When I went to Texas a month ago, I was hoping to make this Tillery Skirt for the hot weather ahead. Unfortunately, I ran out of time and did not make it then. But, I was able to finish this skirt now that central Ohio feels like Texas...at 93*F! I'm so glad I was able … Continue reading Tillery Skirt Review
As a member of the Blank Slate Patterns Sewing Team, I get to see and test out patterns before you do. (Yeah, it's a pretty amazing gig...) This last release with this Sora Sweater (aff link) certainly did not disappoint. It's a beautiful pullover and cardigan pattern for knits with a great relaxed and casual … Continue reading Sora Sweater :: Review
I love finding new independent garment designers and was so happy to find Ensemble Patterns just a few months ago! They have a great mission of creating comfy and stylish pieces which are intended to work with one another. With the launch of the company and their first pattern, the Sunday Everyday Sweater, Ensemble had … Continue reading Winning with the Sunday Everyday Sweater
My quest to add more handmade clothing to my closet continues! Check out my previous Make Nine post with all of my 2018 garment goals here. I'm so happy to be checking off one of the patterns off my list...and it's still only February! The Chi-town Chinos are complete and it certainly wouldn't be … Continue reading Chi-Town Chinos with Indiesew
