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Pattern Launch! Nita Wrap Skirt
Today I’m very excited to announce the launch of the Nita Wrap Skirt pattern. It is a fitted wrap skirt that sits at the natural waist with a sassy angled front, three length options and three...
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Nita Wrap Skirt Tester Roundup
I had a great group of pattern testers that very graciously took the time to sew the pattern, send me feedback and photos! Seeing their creations roll into my inbox was exciting and overwhelming. They...
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Nita Wrap Skirt Inspiration
Clockwise from top left: A Pair & A Spare // 9 to 5 Chic // Hello Fashion Blog // Snapped Hi sewing friends! I've been really thrilled with the positive response to my latest PDF sewing...
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Nita Wrap Skirt Pattern Pairings
Separates are great wardrobe builders because you can mix and match with your other pieces but sometimes it can be hard to figure out exactly which pieces to pair a new item with. So today I’m sharing...
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Nettie Bodysuit and Nita Wrap Skirt
Before the Nettie bodysuit pattern by Closet Case Files, I really had no idea how much I needed a bodysuit (actually multiple bodysuits) in my wardrobe. It’s an ideal bottom layer to wear with pants...
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What's Up Sew World Vol. 10
Clockwise from top left: DIY Cat Bed // Selene Skirt // Lena Dress // Hayden Top I’ve taken a little longer than usual to put together this post which means there’s lots more to talk about. There...
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10 Simple Top Sewing Patterns
One of my favorite things to sew and wear is a simple woven top. That’s one of the main reasons that my first pattern, the Lou Box Top, is that exact style. It’s really fast to make yet very...
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DIY Grey Chambray Scout Tee
I’ve been wanting to make the Scout Tee by Grainline Studio for quite a while (honestly I can say that about a lot of patterns) and finally got around to it. I love basic silhouettes that are easy to...
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DIY Floral Hayden Top
The Hayden Top from the April issue of Seamwork mag features a high neckline, subtle princess seams in the front bodice, a chunky bias cut hem band and keyhole button opening at the back neck. The...
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My Three Favorite Apps for Photo Editing
I love taking photos, playing with different apps and sharing my photos on Instagram. Over the years I’ve downloaded dozens of apps, some better than others, and I’ve found just a handful that I use...
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10 Loungewear Sewing Patterns
Lately I’ve been working from home a lot and basically living in my loungewear. I always make a point of changing out of my pjs to make myself feel more awake. But I just can’t bring myself to wear...
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DIY Upcycled Undies
I’m a big saver in all aspects of my life. That rubber band from lunch? I’ll save it. That plastic bag? I can use that later. Oh and those abundant fabric scraps? Yes. I’ll save those too. As someone...
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Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong Day 1: Supplies
Welcome to the first day of the Nita Wrap Skirt sewalong. These posts will give you some extra tips for sewing your skirt that would have been too cumbersome to include in the pattern. You’ll also...
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Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong Day 2: Prepare the Fabric
Welcome to Day 2 of the Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong! If you haven't done so already, grab your copy of the pdf pattern right here and then check out all of the sewalong posts here.Day 2: Cutting Fabric,...
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Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong Day 3: Facings & Darts
Welcome to Day 3 of the Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong! If you haven't done so already, grab your copy of the pdf pattern right here and then check out all of the sewalong posts here.Day 3: Sewing the Front...
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Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong Day 4: Attach a lining
Welcome to Day 4 of the Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong! If you haven't done so already, grab your copy of the pdf pattern right here and then check out all of the sewalong posts here.Day 4: How to Attach a...
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Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong Day 5: The Waistband
Welcome to Day 5 of the Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong! If you haven't done so already, grab your copy of the pdf pattern right here and then check out all of the sewalong posts here.Day 5: Make Waistband...
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Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong Day 6: Finishing
Welcome to Day 6 of the Nita Wrap Skirt Sewalong! If you haven't done so already, grab your copy of the pdf pattern right here and then check out all of the sewalong posts here.We are almost done and...
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Me Made May 2016 Part 1
I love participating in MMM every year. I started back in 2013 before I was on Instagram but really fell in love with it after joining the IG community. I can’t figure out a way to take satisfactory...
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My Dream European Travel Wardrobe
I’m leaving for Paris in just one week and I can’t wait! I haven’t been abroad in six years. It’s been eight since I’ve gone to Europe and 20 years since I’ve been to France! It’s a trip that I’ve...
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