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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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DIY Kimono Sleeve Dress - Review of the Tea House Dress pattern
Looking back, I think it was the cover shot that sold me on the Tea House Dress pattern. It goes without saying that the model looks just beautiful but I was equally struck by the red fabric. It...
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15 Holiday Gifts for Sewists
Whether someone is a beginner or an advanced sewist, the holidays are the perfect time to indulge in extra special sewing accoutrements. Here are a few of my top picks, including some personal...
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Let's Talk About WIP's - What I sewed in November
November was a whirlwind month. Between my birthday at the beginning of the month and Thanksgiving at the end, it always is a busy month but with this year's election, it was especially challenging. I...
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Moodboard – Casual Holidays
The last few weeks have gotten colder in LA and I've been enjoying cuddling up under blankets with big cups of tea and my knitting (knitting is always best in winter, isn't it?). I've pulled all my...
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DIY Funnel Neck Sweater – Toaster Sweater pattern review
Some garments start with a pattern, some with a flash of inspiration and some with the fabric. This garment falls squarely in the latter category. A few months ago, the lovely folks at The Fabric...
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Moodboard – Holiday Party
The holiday party seems to always be chock full of parties which means lots of excuses to dress up and buy or make something new and sparkly. This year I'm really loving metallics mixed with neutral,...
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DIY Tutorial – How to Sew a Fabric Bow
Today I'm so excited to be sharing one of my favorite holiday sewing projects on the BERNINA We All Sew blog. Quick and fun to sew these bows can be used just about anywhere you like from gifts and...
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DIY Sequin Wrap Skirt
Most of the year I sew with neutral fabrics that are easy to mix and match and just all around comfortable and dare I say, sensible. But when the holidays come around, it’s time to celebrate and sew...
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DIY Navy Camisole – Review of the Ogden Cami pattern
The holiday season is the perfect time to sew something luxurious. To kick off the party, I made a sequin Nita Wrap Skirt and paired it with this camisole in a dreamy textured fabric. To make the...
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DIY Velvet Slip Dress – Catarina Dress by Seamwork
Last month I developed a slight obsession with velvet. I was seeing it everywhere in RTW for the holiday season and then Sara went and made this gorgeous dress. I not only wanted some velvet in my...
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10 New Year's Eve Frocks – Sewing Pattern Roundup
Most sewists suffer from a common affliction, the desire to make something new for every holiday, birthday, vacation or big event. Even when there is little to no time left, the sewist will attempt to...
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FREE Printable 2017 Sewing Calendar
With the new year quickly approaching, I’m thinking about goals for 2017 and of course what I’d like to sew. To aid in planning, I created a fun little printable sewing calendar that you can download...
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DIY Plaid Cross Back Dress
I'm not quite sure where I first saw Butterick B6351. Maybe Instagram? But I do know that it was immediate love. I noted the pattern number and at the first Joann's pattern sale (sad but true) I...
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