May 18, 2020

The Karen Stevens Pouch - A Kit!

If you're an Instagram follower, you've probably seen the beautiful handiwork of @kzstevens (and if not, get over there!).  A few years ago Karen released her clever pattern, Modern Japanese Rice Pouch.   A modern take on the Japanese Komebukuro, a traditional pouch used in Japan to carry rice offerings to the...

April 30, 2020

NEW | Fabric Covered Buttons!

I can’t contain my excitement over this newest addition to the shop - Fabric Covered Buttons!   These buttons have a shank backing which means there are no sewing holes on the top of the button, but a metal loop on the back. This allows the button to sit atop your...

April 15, 2020

The Cheryl Half Apron Pattern!

I'm so excited to announce our very first pattern- The Cheryl Half Apron! This one-size-fits-all apron is a gratifying project for both beginner and experienced sewists. It's designed to show off your favorite fabrics while keeping tools at hand in the kitchen, garden, or studio.  Wear it to keep tidy doing chores around...

March 01, 2020

QuiltCon 2020

I really enjoyed the Amish Quilts from the Esprit collection displayed at QuiltCon this year. The story behind the acquisition of these quilts feels incredibly genuine and speaks to the greater purpose of QuiltCon, which to me is inspiring others to make things by hand.From what I've read, Doug Tompkins,...