Whew! What a year?! Anyone else excited to turn the page on 2022? As you have probably heard, life for small businesses was not great in 2022. From rising costs, to troublesome logistics, and not enough hours in the day, this past year definitely tested our resolve. But your support of our small business and …
We are thrilled to have Bethany, @bethanylynne_makes, joining us today to further inspire our fall sewing with three classic pieces. We can hardly believe she is just one year into her wardrobe sewing journey, and her passion is just a bit contagious! It’s easy to forget how special sewing your own clothes really is, and …
Our kick off to the new season continues with a quintessential fall look! We are thrilled to have Alex, of Masson Lifestyle, join us to share more about her three new garments—not only do they work so beautifully together, but they will also make great staples in her seasonal wardrobe to pair with other favorites! …
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’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 …
