Blackwood Cardigan Hack: Wide Front Band November 18, 2019Helen Wilkinson 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...
Installing Overalls Hardware October 15, 2019Chloe Numbers Ever since we first started designing the Yanta Overalls, we knew we had to make a pair of traditional overalls out of denim, with classic overall hardware. We love...
Ashton Hack: Jumpsuit August 29, 2019Helen Wilkinson 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...
Ashton Hack: Colourblocking with Scraps August 20, 2019Chloe Numbers 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...
Ashton Hack: Ashton Dress with a Ruffled Hem August 13, 2019Helen Wilkinson 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...
Ashton Hack: Dress August 12, 2019Helen Wilkinson 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...
Ashton Hack: Gathered Waist Dress August 09, 2019Helen Wilkinson 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...
Ashton Hack: Tulip Back August 08, 2019Helen Wilkinson 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...
Ashton Top Hack: Low Back August 06, 2019Helen Wilkinson 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...
Ashton Top Hack: Frayed Hem August 05, 2019Helen Wilkinson We are kicking off Ashton August with a very simple hack that gives the Ashton top a modern look. You may have tried the raw-hem jeans trend, but what about...
Donovan Sewalong: Finished Donovan! July 16, 2019Helen Wilkinson Who doesn't want to sew a linen skirt in the summertime? This Donovan Skirt in washed linen from Blackbird Fabrics is such a lovely summer piece and will surely get...
Donovan Sewalong: Drawstring July 10, 2019Chloe Numbers We have reached the final part of our Donovan sewalong! Today, we will be learning how to assemble and insert the drawstring/waist tie. The drawstring is such a cute detail,...