I recently discovered (and devoured) the Merchant & Mills Workbook. After putting my eyes back in my head, I set out to make a few items from this gorgeous book. My first garment was the Curlew T Shirt which you can read about here. Continuing through the Workbook, this post describes my making of the Heron Wrap Top. With its…
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I recently acquired the Merchant & Mills Workbook and have been devouring the content. My first make from this collection is the Curlew T Shirt which is a bias cut top whose elegant lines can be either dressed up or down. I’ve described the making process in this post as well as my thoughts on working on the bias. On…
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After spending a winter in Detroit, traveling to Southern California was a welcome assingment. What made it even better was finally being able to shop at The Fabric Store, which I describe in this post. Sunny Southern California February is the perfect month for a Southern California work trip, and The Fabric Store-Los Angeles is the perfect shopping destination. I…
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Sewing the Saunio Cardigan pattern by Named Clothing was the perfect way to start the year. In this post, I describe the making process and how I plan to wear my new Project #SewMyStyle wardrobe staple. Project #SewMyStyle I just completed my February Project #SewMyStyle make, the Saunio Cardigan, and I feel like I wrapped myself in a warm blanket!…
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Purchasing a bra kit is an excellent way to dive deep into lingerie making. When Orange Lingerie & Tailor Made Shop came up with exclusive kits a few weeks ago, I knew I needed one. In this post I describe constructing the Marlborough Bra Pattern by Orange Lingerie. I have successfully made this pattern several times since I attended a…
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