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I’ve had an intense love for geometric, repeating patterns since I was little. My doodling has never been whimsical, flowery, or early-2000’s-bubble-lettery. I’ve always loved squares and triangles, and any design repeat I could make with those shapes.    In my early twenties I discovered screen printing at a Modern Domestic  workshop. And as a side affect, I fell in love with designing my own . . .

It's clear, folks! You love yourselves some hammer pants and casual tanks. Your excitement over the 2015 Summer Collection  was heard, loud and clear. You're antsy for a new handmade summer wardrobe. Thank you so much for your kind words and support. You'll never understand how much joy curating these collections brings me.   But now is the time we get to recap what the blog tour bloggers . . .

When we first signed on Portland-based designer,  Sew House Seven , I was most excited about the Bridgetown Backless Dress . I loved the easy design and I knew it would be a hit with beginner sewists. As a swimsuit coverup, this pattern was a home-run for me. I knew it was bound for the Indiesew Summer Collection .     So I spent a few days thinking about how I could make the Bridgetown Backless . . .

I’m a basics girl. If there’s anything that Me Made May has taught me, it’s that I gravitate towards easy sewing patterns that I can make again and again. The Ella Top  is that sewing pattern. Its relaxed fit and racerback design make it a top that you can easily dress or up down. Plus, it’s the perfect for layering.   I’ve sewn a few Ella Tops for the 2015 Summer Collection . And long before . . .

It took a crash course in photo makeup, a flight across the Pacific Ocean, and three separate photoshoots. But it’s finally here folks. The Indiesew 2015 Summer Collection  has arrived! This collection is by far my favorite yet. And I can’t wait to show you why.   If you’re anything like me, your summer clothing might feel a little ho-hum. I've got too many blah tshirts and too few chic and . . .

After living in Colorado for the past few years, I’ve developed a love/hate relationship with our 300 days of sunshine. My mood loves these warm, life-giving rays. My energy levels are off the charts. And yes, being able to hike all year round is pretty great. The weather here agrees with my soul.   But my wardrobe? It's nowhere near suited for this kind of weather. I moved here here from . . .

All posts in this sewalong: Pt 1: Gather Your Supplies Pt 2: Prepare to Sew Pt 3: Sew Front Features Pt 4: Baste and Check Fit Pt 5: Adjust to Fit Pt 6: Sew Basted Seams Pt 7: Sew Back Pockets Pt 8: Sew Fly Zip Pt 9: Sew Waistband Pt 10: Sew Final Finishes Today's the last day folks! If you’ve been following along to our ten part Jamie Jeans  sewalong, give yourself a big high five. You’ve got . . .

All posts in this sewalong: Pt 1: Gather Your Supplies Pt 2: Prepare to Sew Pt 3: Sew Front Features Pt 4: Baste and Check Fit Pt 5: Adjust to Fit Pt 6: Sew Basted Seams Pt 7: Sew Back Pockets Pt 8: Sew Fly Zip Pt 9: Sew Waistband Pt 10: Sew Final Finishes Welcome back, folks! I think we're all breathing one big sigh of relief. Whew. Our Jamie Jean’s  fly zip is finished and there are a few final . . .