If you’ve ever wondered how to make a nice simple tote bag to carry all your items around in, here’s a little tutorial to help you out! This is for a basic, oversized, carry-all tote. Nothing fancy, just super simple and useful! You can use canvas, cotton, linen, or whatever fabric you prefer, as long […]

The winter chill suddenly made me crave dark clothing, so here’s my ‘dark side’ Darling Ranges dress. This confuses me because it’s currently summer in Perth, meaning I’ll need to switch to summer dressing soon. But who would complain about wearing sundresses and sandals all day? Certainly not me! Does this dress look familiar? It’s

I’d be lying if I didn’t admit that I’m a little upset today. I’m packing up my little study/studio space, and it’s actually really breaking my heart. I will be without my sewing machines, my dress forms and my patterns for almost 3 months… I’ve never gone that long without sewing my whole life. It’s

Many people ask me about the best sewing projects for beginners. While boxer shorts or track pants are common suggestions, I find them less ideal due to multiple seams and fitting challenges. Instead, I recommend starting with a skirt—specifically a wrap skirt, elastic waistband skirt, or dirndl skirt. An elastic waist skirt is the easiest

A dirndl skirt is a full skirt with a gathered waist and a close-fitting waistband. This design originates from traditional German costume, making it a unique and charming addition to any wardrobe. This is one of the simplest and cutest skirts to make, as the pattern pieces are just rectangles. It’s a fantastic beginner sewing