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Modern Textiles T-Shirt Re-Do

Modern Textiles T-Shirt Re-Do

Okay, so you pulled out the boxes of cold weather clothes and they are less than exciting, right? Our latest project is perfect for refreshing your fall & winter wardrobe...

Modern Textiles T-Shirt Re-Do

Okay, so you pulled out the boxes of cold weather clothes and they are less than exciting, right? Our latest project is perfect for refreshing your fall & winter wardrobe...

Cozy in Flannel

Cozy in Flannel

So I think we can all agree that this winter has been awful and it's time to move on and be nice out already! Right? But, in the meantime, we...

Cozy in Flannel

So I think we can all agree that this winter has been awful and it's time to move on and be nice out already! Right? But, in the meantime, we...

Pattern Review: Super Tote by Noodlehead

Pattern Review: Super Tote by Noodlehead

We recently got a bag pattern by Noodlehead in our shop! The creative force behind Noodlehead, Anna Graham, has done an amazing job of writing really detailed patterns that walk...

Pattern Review: Super Tote by Noodlehead

We recently got a bag pattern by Noodlehead in our shop! The creative force behind Noodlehead, Anna Graham, has done an amazing job of writing really detailed patterns that walk...

Chambray Cowl Pattern

Chambray Cowl Pattern

Introducing the *Free* Chambray Cowl Pattern! We are both crazy about this cowl. It's light weight for summer and looks great with everything. And oh my word is it simple...

Chambray Cowl Pattern

Introducing the *Free* Chambray Cowl Pattern! We are both crazy about this cowl. It's light weight for summer and looks great with everything. And oh my word is it simple...

Taxi Cab Washi Dress

Taxi Cab Washi Dress

Connie finished this dress up just in time to wear to Junk Market on June 1st, but sadly it was way too cold for it to see the light of...

Taxi Cab Washi Dress

Connie finished this dress up just in time to wear to Junk Market on June 1st, but sadly it was way too cold for it to see the light of...

Morris Blazer

Morris Blazer

Can I tell you about my new favorite handmade garment? I made the Morris Blazer from Grainline Studios a few months ago out of our chambray linen stretch fabric and...

Morris Blazer

Can I tell you about my new favorite handmade garment? I made the Morris Blazer from Grainline Studios a few months ago out of our chambray linen stretch fabric and...

Get to Know Katie

I learned to quilt under my grandma’s feet at the ripe age of four. My first project? Digging through her scraps to make an improv cat quilt. Quilt police? Never heard of her—rules aren’t really my style. I believe in diving in feet first and pushing the limits of sewing and quilting…because why not? And, honestly, that’s what seam rippers are made for!

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