One Stitch At A Time
This is the first Violette Field Threads I’ve ever made – I discovered their patterns recently when searching for vintage inspired sewing patterns. I am in love! The Ashton was a simple first pattern from this company – the pattern is comprised of 5 pieces; front and back bodices, skirt, sleeve and tie. It’s perfect […]
I guess I’m just tired of a dark, cold days to have been making a picnic set at the start of March. In the description for the picnic top, Gertie says the top is perfect for backyard picnics… and since that’s what we’ll probably have again this summer, I figured it was a pattern worth […]
There are so many great women who have made a difference, many of whom were women of the needle and I thought, given the day it is, I would round up some of the most interesting stories about notable seamstresses I have come across in my reading. Happy International Women’s Day Elizabeth Keckley Elizabeth Keckley […]
Happy International Women’s Day to all my sister sewists! This has always a day that has made me pause to reflect on women’s progress and admire the accomplishments of so many women past and present. This year, my thoughts have got a little more specific and have brought me to my hobby – sewing. For […]
This may be the simplest and most satisfying garment I’ve sewn this year! Now I understand why this pattern has cult status! This is a straightforward pattern which I would recommend for anyone who is new to sewing with stretch fabrics. It is one of those patterns that quickly becomes a staple in your wardrobe; […]