Helen's Closet

Knit projects are rapidly becoming my favourite things to sew. I love how quickly they come together, how easily they fit, and how wearable they are. My grey Lark Tee...

Sometimes it’s fun to make summer clothes in the winter, just so you can dream of those warm days when you’ll be wearing them again! It can be difficult to...

I am really excited about the Indie Sew winter collection this year! It is the first bundle I’ve purchased from them and I am super stoked to make all three...

You guys, the Davie Dress by Sewaholic Patterns is serious business. It is one of the most flattering, comfortable, and versatile garments I have made to date, and I'm kicking...

It's no secret that I am a Grainline Studio fan, their patterns fit me really well and are very wearable. I love that they all go well together so it...

I’ve been eyeing the grid pant motif on Pinterest lately, it's an interesting take on a classic suit pant. Of course I went in the complete opposite direction with mine...

This week I’m delighted to bring you a menswear special! Two Negroni shirts modelled by my dear friend and sewing buddy (who is also his own person and so much...

Last week, Sam and I decided to take a small trip down to Seattle for a few days before he started his new job. Seattle is only a few hours...

One of the things I wanted to focus on with my first pattern design, the Granger Book Bag, is making it appealing to both men and women. I have a...

For the past two summers, Abby from While She Naps has interviewed sewing bloggers for her series, The Pattern That Changed My Life. It is inspiring to read about people's...

I love a good loose-fitting blouse for everyday work wear. Something I can put on with my skinny jeans that will look professional enough without being constricting or fussy. The...