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DIY Linen Alder Shirtdress
Today I'm sharing my second attempt at the Alder Shirtdress by Grainline Studio. I love the classic design and this pattern is pretty much always on my to-sew list but it's taken me a while to get it...
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DIY Black Linen Blazer
Every wardrobe needs a classic blazer or two in its arsenal. The blazer can automatically elevate any outfit. Throw it over jeans and t-shirt and you have a fun and polished outfit. The Victoria...
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Let's talk about WIPs – What I sewed in October
October was a really busy month for me. I’ve been working a lot (my freelance graphic design work not the sewing unfortunately) and had a work related weekend away mid month. I do some design work for...
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Tips for sewing your first button down
Sewing your first button down can be a little bit scary. There are so many steps and so many visible details. But if you break it down step by step it can actually be fun. Last week I shared some of...
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DIY Strappy Black Linen Dress – Review of the Acton Dress pattern
Back in September, Emily from In The Folds asked me if I'd like to review an advance copy of her new pattern the Acton Dress. We virtually met earlier this year when we did a little pattern exchange;...
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DIY Extra Long Leggings – Virginia Leggings pattern review
I’ve made leggings a few times before using a pattern that I drafted myself. They are great but not perfect. I learned some things from those makes. Firstly, that leggings are very, very quick to sew....
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Five Fall Sewing Patterns for a Classic Wardrobe
With the change of seasons I inevitably think about what I’d like to be wearing in the coming months. Living in Los Angeles, it does tend to be almost the same weather all year long. Despite the...
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How to DIY Cropped Sailor Pants
One of the biggest trends for Fall is the cropped flared pants. I have yet to try out this style but I am intrigued. I like that it’s a little narrower than the traditional culotte which I find can be...
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5 Tips for Better Pressing
Every sewist knows that the sewing machine is your number one bff. But did you know that the iron is your close #2? Yes! Almost as important as stitching is pressing. A proper press can mean the...
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DIY Luau Racerback Tank - Review of the Rumi Tank pattern
The racerback silhouette has become a staple in my wardrobe over the last few years. There's really no better way to show off all those push ups and lat pulls than a racerback top. So of course when...
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Moodboard – Fall Fashion
The change of season is always a good excuse to reevaluate one’s wardrobe and buy (or make!) something new. This season, I’m looking to add lots of easy to wear separates to my wardrobe. Things that...
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DIY Tutorial – Clear Vinyl Zippered Pouch
A few years ago I ended up with a bunch of clear vinyl material and it's just been sitting in my closet ever since. I couldn't bear to throw it out because I knew that one day I'd find a use for it....
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DIY Seersucker Spring Shorts
This seersucker shorts are my last official summer make. In the warmer months, shorts are one of my favorite garments to wear on days when I don't go to the office. And if I'm going to be lounging...
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DIY Outfit – Cropped Wrap Pants
I love when a new silhouette hits the fashion scene, especially when it's pants. Culottes? Flares? I'm totally there. So when I started seeing wrap pants, I instantly fell in love. I love that they...
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Style Maker Fabrics Fall Tour - Driftless Cardigan and Nehalem Pants
I was so honored and thrilled when Michelle asked me to take part in the Style Maker Fabrics Fall blog tour. It’s an amazing group of sewists she has assembled and the fabric we had to choose from was...
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Let's talk About WIP's – What I sewed in September
Doesn’t it seem like October really snuck up on us? September was a very busy month for me and I’m fortunately feeling more focused with my projects, much better than last month to be honest. Phew! My...
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Sewing Tall – Connecting the Sewing Community
As sewists, we are more aware of the size, length and shape of our body parts than most people. We've measured our inseams, our back lengths and even from boob to boob. We've sewn things up and...
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Five Fall Sewing Patterns for a Classic Wardrobe
With the change of seasons I inevitably think about what I’d like to be wearing in the coming months. Living in Los Angeles, it does tend to be almost the same weather all year long. Despite the...
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How to DIY Cropped Sailor Pants
One of the biggest trends for Fall is the cropped flared pants. I have yet to try out this style but I am intrigued. I like that it’s a little narrower than the traditional culotte which I find can be...
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5 Tips for Better Pressing
Every sewist knows that the sewing machine is your number one bff. But did you know that the iron is your close #2? Yes! Almost as important as stitching is pressing. A proper press can mean the...
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