Hacking patterns is just so much fun when you can add more personal details to a project. Today, I'm sharing what I did for the backpack I made for real-life Abbey (the bag's namesake.) This post includes a cover for the front zipper, button stud and leather accents, and where I've added rivets. The Abbey Convertible … Continue reading Abbey Convertible Backpack Hacks with Welt Zipper Cover + Button Stud Closure
When I sew my own clothes, I like to know they will last for awhile. So when the jumpsuit and romper trend came out, I was very hesitant to make one. I wasn't sure the one-piece look would be right on me. Oh, and there IS that issue of completely undressing when using the restroom! … Continue reading Holly Jumpsuit Review
Last month (when I had time and the kids were still in school) I had the opportunity to make one of CocoWawa's patterns, the Raspberry Dress! I had never made one of Ana's patterns and just discovered her IG feed and designs earlier this year. So, I was very excited when she asked me to … Continue reading Raspberry Dress Tester Review
I've been on a long pattern writing break and look at me....I have two out in less than a month! It might be all the inspiration I'm feeling or maybe it's the fact that I've learned quite a bit more about designing now 🙂 It really is a combination of all the above along with … Continue reading Abbey Convertible Backpack DIY Sewing Pattern
It's such an incredible feeling when inspiration hits at the right time and the creative juices are just flowing. That's what happened when I paired this beautiful leather from Measure Fabric with my idea for a simple and sleek waist bag. I was able to quickly design, prototype, tweak and write a full pattern within … Continue reading Introducing the FREE Kelly Waist Bag Pattern
