Looking for a new me-made dress to add to your spring wardrobe? The Haven dress has a button-up bodice, midi-length skirt, and two sleeve options. It’s suited for sewists from confident beginners to advanced, and with the design’s thoughtful details, it can be worn all year. Haven Dress – Maiden Mary Designs ➡️ EDIT: The…
If you’re looking for a beginner-friendly loungewear garment pattern, these elasticated pants are a great addition to your handmade wardrobe. They’re perfect for transitioning into warmer spring weather or cool fall months. These pants are a quick sew and can be made in a weekend. The pattern includes thoughtful, yet elevated details that sewists from…
If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to sew a leather bag but felt intimidated by the process, you’re not alone. Leather can feel completely different than working with fabric, but with the right beginner-friendly kit, approachable for any crafter. In this post, I’ll share my honest thoughts about this ready-to-use leather bag kit, what…
If you’re looking for a beginner-friendly project, this pillow pattern is a great option to spruce up your space. It’s perfect for the changing seasons and busting through your scrap stash. It’s a quick evening or weekend sew, it adds personality to your couch or bed, and it’s a lovely way to use scraps and…
When I was in my late twenties, I began exploring how to curate a capsule wardrobe, ethical slow fashion brands that practiced sustainable ethics, and how to find garments that were made to last. Over years of research, I fell in love with linen, its history, properties, and lasting durability. Whether you invest in ready-to-wear…
The Elma Dress Sewing Pattern by Me & Kiddo Patterns is the perfect beginner-friendly dress to wear all year long. I made my own version, and in this blog post, I’ll share my thoughts on the pattern and instructions, the fabric I used, and the modifications I made. Some of the links in this blog…
A year of growth, learning, and making with natural fibers. Just a heads-up—some of the links in this blog post are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you make a purchase through them. These commissions help support my work so I can continue bringing…
This edition of Free Pattern Friday features a festive Christmas Tree Garland sewing pattern perfect for scraps, thrifted or vintage fabrics, and quilts, or precuts! It’s the perfect DIY gift to give to friends and family. Tamara of Remi Vail Studio shares a tutorial for a classic piece of Christmas home decor that will bring holiday…
Looking for gifts to sew this holiday season? These 21 ideas from Etsy are perfect for a cozy weekend at your sewing machine. With just a few yards of fabric or scraps from your stash, you can make something both practical and beautiful for your loved ones this Christmas. In this post, I’ll share 21…
This edition of Free Pattern Friday features a festive Christmas Stocking sewing pattern perfect for precut charm packs or scraps! It’s the perfect DIY gift to give to friends and family. Maiden Mary Designs shares a pattern for a classic piece of Christmas home decor that will become an instant family heirloom. This pattern is…