While styles overall this fall are a bit more tailored, that doesn’t mean you have to give up your cozy knits! Instead of sewing up another basic sweatshirt, why not change things up with a comfy v-neck pullover or snuggly cardigan. Here is a look at a few of our favorite indie patterns and suitable …
We are excited to have Rachel, @yondercouture, joining us for our first collaboration to help kick off fall! We are huge fans of her sewing projects and are thrilled to share her take on three classic pieces featuring some of our favorite fall fabrics. Be sure to check out her Instagram account for lots more …
The arrival of a new season means new colors, trends, and styles to inspire your handmade wardrobe! In planning each curated collection of fabrics, we look to ready-to-wear (RTW), designer runways, and indie boutiques for stand-out trends to suit every style. And when we say “trends,” we don’t mean the new “it” item that everyone …
Sewing swimwear continues to grow in popularity, and we can totally see why! NO MORE embarrassing trips to the store to try on ill-fitting suits. NO MORE settling for a suit that “fits” but don’t fit your style or personality. Say YES! to a me-made—pick the fabric, customize the style, alter the fit, and create …
We’re wrapping up our spring blog series with a hardworking group of fabrics—bottom weights. Often overlooked, this group of fabrics is one of the largest and most diverse but also one of the most difficult to define. It includes any mid to heavy weight fabric durable for pants, skirts, jackets, and bags. These fabrics need …
Comfy cozy knits probably aren’t the first fabrics that come to mind when planning your spring and summer sewing projects. But these heavier knits can play a key role in your warm-weather wardrobe. Maybe you need a cardigan or wrap to pair with a sleeveless dress on a cool night out? Or perhaps you live …
Our “tour” of spring fabrics continues with a look at rayon (or viscose) wovens, another outstanding category and must-have for the warmer months. Like linen, this group of fabrics is also primarily referred to by its content rather than a specific characteristic. The fabrics included are typically lighter weight and very fluid in nature, making …
