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Spoonflower Cotton Lawn + Shearwater Kaftan

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 . . .
Read MoreSummer Collection Blog Tour Roundup

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 . . .
Read MoreHow to Add a Strapless Bodice to your Bridgetown

There are certain hours of the day, and only within the confines of my house, when I go braless. I wasn’t blessed with a bust that allows me to throw on a light tank top and galavant around the farmers market with zero support. For the occasional photoshoot, with the appropriate bust supporting equipment, yes I can go braless. See proof below. But on the regular? Not going to happen. I'm guessing . . .
Read MoreHow to Raise the Neckline of Your Ella Top

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 . . .
Read MoreIntroducing the 2015 Summer Collection

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 . . .
Read MoreTop Four Favorite Shorts Sewing Patterns for 2015

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 . . .
Read MoreJamie Jeans Sewalong Pt 10: Sew Final Finishes

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 . . .
Read MoreJamie Jeans Sewalong Pt 9: Sew Waistband

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 . . .
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