Sewn Stories: Saremy
You might have chatted with Saremy when you’ve run into a sewing snafu. She’s our resident fitting expert, a professional pattern drafter, longtime maker, teacher,…
Sewn Stories: Jenny
Tell us a little about yourself! I’m a mama to two creative, sparkling humans, and homeschooling them has been one of the greatest joys of…
Sewn Stories: Martha
Welcome to Sewn Stories, a new series where we interview friends and peers in the sewing community. We’re kicking things off with Martha McIntosh, of…
Is there a “Sweater Curse”?
I really like telling people that I don’t believe in the supernatural. But if I watch a horror movie and can’t sleep I become pretty…
2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Makers
An unconventional holiday gift guide for makers Because makers are unconventional people who prefer to make their own clothes, home decor, and even shoes! Unlike…
Chanterelle Pants Round-Up
We have planned, hacked, styled, and even dreamed up a doll version of our most popular pattern of the year: the versatile, unique, and comfortable…
The Art of Getting Dressed: Cultivating Patience
Just like a writer who cannot produce her best work on a tight deadline – your wardrobe will feel forced and laden with stress if…
An Unexpected Way to Deal with Overwhelm
In the face of a large project, or sometimes life in general, having the following mantra has helped me not only take back my time,…
Telling Stories with Clothes
Sometimes I feel guilty for liking clothes as much as I do. I daydream about clothes while driving when I could be educating myself about…
Meredith’s Garment Story
It is true that I’ve fallen in love with many a dress. Fallen in love with many a sewing technique. I love the satisfaction of…