Helen's Closet

I am so excited to walk you through this pattern hack for our latest design, the Gilbert Top! Since the development of the pattern, I have known this sleeveless hack...

Since the release of our latest pattern, the Arden Pants, I have been wanting to do a blog post about how to sew and topstitch an elastic waistband. There are...

Summer is right around the corner and I am committing to actually making myself some shorts BEFORE the hot weather hits. thankfully I already have the perfect pattern for the...

It's official. I have fallen too far behind on sharing my makes here on the blog! I actually made this Zadie Jumpsuit over a year ago! It really deserves the...

I have been so blown away by the response to the Arden Pants pattern this week! Thank you SO MUCH for following along, commenting, and encouraging me with this pattern....

These Yanta Overalls have been on my 'to make' list for so long! I struggle to choose black for my makes because I always want to use a colorful or...

This week I am feeling so much empathy for those impacted by COVID-19 and all the people working to ensure that we can pull through this. Sam and I are...

I have learned how to knit 4 or 5 times over the years. Each time I would pick it up again, learn the knit and purl, and get a few...

Are you drawn to bold prints and amazing handwoven fabrics? Do you buy medium weight textiles that aren't suitable for tops or dresses, but aren't quite right for pants either?...

This sweater dress hack has been on my mind since we launched the Elliot Sweater and Tee at the end of 2018! I don't know why it took me so...

We're back with another Avery Leggings hack today! Today I want to show you how you can add mesh panels or sew color blocked leggings. It's a great way to...

Give me ALL THE ELLIOT TEES! I feel like the sweater view of the Elliot Sweater & Tee gets most of the focus, so today I want to share my...