For every article of clothing I make, I like to see other sewists' versions of the same pattern. Since I will be making the Blackwood cardigan this month (and hopefully the Como!), I decided to look up the hashtag on the gram. As of last week, there were 3,752 posts on Instagram for the Blackwood … Continue reading SewMyStyle 2019: Cardigan Inspo, Hacks, and Fabrics
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SewMyStyle 2019: Cardigan
It's March 1st, which means it's cardigan month for #SewMyStyle2019! This month, I am co-leading with Pauelette of Petite Font! Mac of Sew Altered Style and Sierra of Seams Like Sierra will be hosting, so make sure you're follow them, too! This month's cardigan patterns are Helen's Closet Blackwood Cardigan and Style Arc's Como Cardigan. We will … Continue reading SewMyStyle 2019: Cardigan
Sewing for Spring 2019
I've been preparing for the upcoming Flea Style market next month, and I am beginning to get excited for spring! Lo and I enjoy weekly picnics at the Dallas Arboretum with friends, visiting festivals as a family on the weekends, and going on daily walks around our neighborhood. This spring, we're hoping to walk around … Continue reading Sewing for Spring 2019
Sew January
If you're following me on Instagram, then you know I am in the middle of a deep purge throughout our home, especially in my sewing room. As a result, I've rediscovered a few fabrics and patterns in my stash, and I'm hoping to finish some old projects! To get started, I'm planning to make myself … Continue reading Sew January
Spring 2018 Inspiration
February has been full of deadlines and getting over flare-ups, stomach bugs, and trying to settle back into a routine after an extra long holiday break. As a result, sewing has taken a bit of a back seat this month, except for finally finishing Jon's quilt top and prepping for the upcoming Flea Style Dallas … Continue reading Spring 2018 Inspiration
2017 Fall/Winter Capsule
After seeing so many cute fall clothes on some of my favorite fashion bloggers this past week, I got inspired to start taking a look at the "holes" in my fall and winter wardrobe. Since we generally don't have many freezing temps, I am focusing on pieces that I can layer and will work throughout … Continue reading 2017 Fall/Winter Capsule
2017 Make Nine
I decided long ago to forgo resolutions, but I do make a list of things I'd like to accomplish for the year and give myself some grace if things don't work out. 2016 was tough, and I was forced to focus on my health, so not much else happened. This year, I am setting new … Continue reading 2017 Make Nine