Sewing Journal

Welcome to my sewing journal. This is where I share sewing tutorials, pattern guides and adjustments, sewing tips and tricks, and little notes from the studio as I work on new patterns.

Introducing the Charlotte Top Sewing Pattern

Meet the Charlotte Top, a feminine halter sewing pattern with a cross-front, bow-back, and though...

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Introducing the Charlotte Top Sewing Pattern

Learning Your Sewing Machine Through Stitches

Ever wondered what all the stitches on your sewing machine are really for?Creating a stitch swatc...

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Learning Your Sewing Machine Through Stitches

How to Finish Knits Without an Overlocker

Finishing knits without an overlocker can be tricky. Wavy seams, popped stitches, and unstable ed...

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How to Finish Knits Without an Overlocker

How to plan your sewing and embrace slow sewing

A reflective look at slow sewing, intentional planning, and making handmade clothes that truly be...

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How to plan your sewing and embrace slow sewing

A summer sewing project: the Josephine tote bag

There is something especially satisfying about sewing your own accessories, particularly when the...

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A summer sewing project: the Josephine tote bag

The Nellia Dress, a quietly elegant make

The Nellia Dress was designed as a simple, softly elegant piece that fits naturally into everyday...

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The Nellia Dress, a quietly elegant make

New Sewing Kits: A Simple Way to Sew Your Own Tote Bag

Sewing can feel overwhelming before the first stitch is even made. These new Sewing Kits were cre...

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Di Hola a Mis Nuevos Kits de Costura: La Forma Más Fácil de Crear Tu Propia Bolsa Tote de Ensueño

10 Common Sewing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Sewing mistakes happen to everyone. In this Sewing Journal post, I share 10 common sewing mistake...

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10 errores comunes de costura y cómo evitarlos

Choosing Fabric: Why It Needs to Be Felt, Not Explained

La máquina de coser puede parecer intimidante al principio, pero una vez que pasas un tiempo con ...

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Este material que realmente necesita ser sentido

Explained: Difference Between A4, Letter Size, and A0 Size

Confused by A4, Letter, and A0 when printing sewing patterns? This guide breaks down the most com...

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Explicado: Diferencia entre tamaño A4, tamaño Carta y tamaño A0

Meet Penelope: sewing a faux fur vest

A closer look at the Penelope faux fur vest sewing pattern, with tips on fabric choice, styling, ...

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Conoce a Penélope

Types of Fabric: What to Sew With and What to Wear

Fabric is more than just what we sew with. It is what touches our skin, shapes our comfort, and d...

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Tipos de tela. ¿Con qué coser, qué ponerse?

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