Sewing a vintage design from 1954

Vogue pattern V1023 I love period-style clothing! I think I was drawn to this pattern because it reminded me of a coat that my Great-grandmother would have worn. Gloves and all. I first made this…

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Making a tiered skirt is easy!

With no sewing pattern, I made a two-tiered skirt with pockets out of this beautiful African print. Essentially, you’re working with rectangle shapes which make it easy for measuring and sewing. The fabric is 45…

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The tale of two garments

I took a work trip last year and didn’t know what to pack. Apparently, the weather in Newport, Rode Island is all across the board in the springtime. Some of my co-workers arrived a few…

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I made a denim crescent moon bag!

Oversized handbags are trending, but they are one of the easiest bags you can make. I had some extra denim fabric and wanted something lightweight in feel but not in color. An in-between season shoulder…

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Sew Iconic!

I’ve always been a fan of the monochrome look. It simplifies getting dressed and is flattering on all body types. It’s an increasingly popular look and tons of inspiration can be found on the internet.…

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