Back-to-school season always means a major wardrobe refresh. Beyond the usual mad dash for new school supplies, shoes, and tees, I found myself scrolling through endless outfit inspo. That’s when the lightbulb moment hit: what everyone really needs for the cooler months is a cozy, fully-lined jacket. And if it can be crafted from plush […]
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Dreaming of Loewe-inspired hooded jacket
I’ve always admired the effortless style of high-end designer pieces, and the Loewe camel hoodie jacket was no exception. With its luxurious brushed wool and unique details, it was the perfect inspiration for my next sewing project. I scored panels of the softest brushed wool from Globetex, and some time ago, I found natural horn […]
Corduroy Magic: Earth Tones & Teen Style
Teenagers: a whirlwind of energy, ideas, and ever-evolving style. This fall, my son’s wardrobe “needs” sparked a creative challenge: high-end inspiration (think Fear of God and Moncler) on a DIY budget. Hewas drawn to relaxed silhouettes and luxurious, earth-toned fabrics like corduroy and wool. Instead ofsticker shock, I saw an opportunity to dive into Fabricville‘s […]
Blue Retro Ensemble
Simple suits with complications. Let me start from the beginning. This was a project I joined for a sew-along organized by Burda Style Russia on Instagram. I had only 4 weeks to complete it before International Women’s Day (8 March). Since it is practically winter in Ottawa, my love and I decided on a warm […]
White jersey jacket à la Claire Shaeffer
This project was long time coming. I purchased the fabrics in Fabricville over the years, then in 2018 I did a blog post for Fabricville featuring Claire Shaeffer’s jacket pattern. And then it all came together – the fabrics, the patterns, the mood. First of all, I simplified the pattern and eliminated the pockets. Second, […]
Claire Shaeffer’s V8333 jacket
This jacket was a project for Fabricville. Full text and more images can be found on their blog.
Fabricville x Jalie = Lace Bomber Jacket
A casual bomber jacket in chic lace fabric – how does it fit in a curated wardrobe? Is it a piece that you would reach for time and time again, or is it a once-in-a-while kind of garment, which is hard to pair with other clothes? Upon completion of this sewing project these were exactly […]