Lots of Lark Tees

  In my last post, I mentioned how I’m using sewing hacks to make my sewing time more productive.  Well, here we are: three Lark Tees that I cranked out in the course of one weekend, all cut out at the same time and sewn assembly line style!    …

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Sewing Hacks

  Do you use any “sewing hacks” to make your sewing more productive?  With the spring season coming (not soon enough!) and a long list of garments I want to add to my wardrobe, but limited free time between work and school, I’m trying to find ways to make it…

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Grainline Studio Cascade Duffle Coat

  After a two years of sitting in my sewing queue, I can finally check the Cascade Duffle Coat by Grainline Studio off my list.  I knew this project was going to be a major time investment and the only way I could make it for this winter was to work…

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Talvikki Sweater

  Two years ago, a sweater that fit like this would have been out of the question for me.  Baggy, oversized tops?  No way.  I was all about the snug-fitting, body-conscious tees, tops, and dresses.  Maybe it’s just me changing with the trends, maybe it’s because I realized tight-all-the-time isn’t that…

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Cascade Duffle Coat Progress

  What better time than Christmas vacation to cut out a major project like the Cascade Duffle Coat.  Last Christmas, I cut out my wedding dress, hah! This pattern has been on my “want to sew” list since it came out, but I never seemed to get around to making it…

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