Inspiration

Fold-Over Trim for the Win!

Nov 23, 2023

We aren't really sure if this is a cape, a wrap, a poncho, or a big oversized shawl, but any way you describe it, there needed to be an interesting way to finish off the yards of outer edges. The idea of something unconstructed struck our fancy while we searched for an interesting outerwear garment to utilize one of our absolute favorite trims: the much appreciated fold-over...

Capelet Blues

Sep 19, 2023

When we spotted this loosely-knit fabric at the fabric shop, it was the color that really spoke to us. The warm peacock blue intertwines with black yarn for a layered effect. Itch-to-Stitch's Cape Cod Capelet pattern fit perfectly with its loose, flowy form and minimal seams. Our suspicions about the persnickety nature of this knit, though, were quickly confirmed. Yikes! What a messy project this turned out to be. When cutting, pinning, sewing, or even just...

Right "Back" at Ya!

Sep 19, 2023

The Pauline pattern from Closet Core had been floating around in the back of our minds for some time! This project began with a Japanese knit jacquard fabric by Kokka, procured from Craft South in Nashville. Japanese fabric are known for their quality and lovely prints, but this knit was an exciting departure from the more common woven. Moreover, it would pair perfectly with our Aegean Blue...