Sézane-Inspired Hadley Top

  Are you familiar with Sézane? They’re an independent French fashion brand that designs limited-run seasonal collections sold exclusively online, and I’m obsessed with them. Well, I mean, I love French style in general, so it wasn’t that much of a stretch! A lot of their designs make it to…

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An Oscar De La Renta Coat – Butterick 6385

  If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, you know that I have an, umm, obsession with coats. Being a New England inhabitant, it almost feels mandatory to have more than one coat to get through the seasons, and who wants to wear the same boring coat over…

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Holiday Gift Ideas for Sewists

  Can you believe it’s December already? This year has flown by! As I’m making my holiday shopping list for friends and family, I’ve come across some sewing related goodies that made it to my wish list this year.  Maybe they’ll be the perfect gift for someone on your list…

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A Navy Jumper for Thanksgiving – Simplicity 1325

  How was your turkey day? Mine was filled with friends and family, kids running around, and lots and lots of food – all the things that make Thanksgiving such a great day! I came prepared this year with a new jumper that disguised any kind of post-turkey-and-pie digesting that…

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Cynthia Rowley Party Dress – By Hand London + Simplicity 1873 Mashup

      Ahh, it’s fall and grad school is keeping my busy like crazy. Whenever September rolls around, my sewing cadence grinds to a halt and it’s a challenge to find time to balance work, school, and my love of sewing. I think I figured out a little strategic…

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