Helen's Closet

We love to design simple, wearable basics that are super satisfying to sew. The Avery Leggings definitely fit the bill! They are also really fun and easy to customize. You...

We are so excited about this Blackwood Cardigan hack- it's super easy, but it makes such an effective change! The extended collar really adds a warm and cozy feel. We...

Happy October! I'm back with another fun York Pinafore refashion project to share with you all! This pattern is the gift that keeps on giving, and I am so glad...

It's the one you have been waiting for! When we started Ashton August, I promised an Ashton jumpsuit hack, and I can't think of a better way to finish off...

This has to be one of our most favourite Ashton hacks so far! Embroidery is such a creatively inspiring way to take a me-made garment up to the next level....

It may be a bit of a stretch to call this one a 'hack', but I really wanted to include this as inspiration during Ashton August. Last month I attended...

Hello friends! I (Chloe) am really excited to share my contribution to Ashton August- my colourblocked Ashton Top! Today I'll show you how to color block your own Ashton. You...

  We are continuing our Ashton August series with another guest post! Gillian from Crafting a Rainbow is here to share her Ashton with ruffled hem dress hack. Gillian is...

Welcome back to Ashton August! This week we have some really fun guest bloggers here to show you their Ashton hacks. First, we welcome Sue from A Colourful Canvas. Sue...

Welcome back to the Ashton August pattern hack series! Today I want to show you how I turned the Ashton Top into a gathered dress pattern This one is my...

This may be one of my favorite hacks yet on the Helen's Closet blog. I just love how elegant a cross over or 'tulip' back top can be, but I...

One of the simplest ways to hack a pattern is to adjust the neckline. A garment will take on a whole new look if you give it a v-neck vs...