Pattern Q&A: Cameron Button Up February 11, 2022Helen Wilkinson Do you have questions about our latest pattern, the Cameron Button Up? We'll we've got answers! Read on to learn more about some of the most common questions we...
Flannel Cameron Button Up February 10, 2022Helen Wilkinson Thank you so much for the warm reception to our latest pattern—the Cameron Button Up! I am excited to see what the sewing community makes with this new design. Cameron...
Introducing the Cameron Button Up February 08, 2022Helen Wilkinson I’m so excited to announce a new pattern in the Helen’s Closet collection—the Cameron Button Up! Available in sizes 0-34 (up to a 62” chest/hip), this classic design will surely...
How to Add a Dart to the Cameron Button Up (FBA) February 08, 2022Helen Wilkinson The Cameron Button Up pattern is dartless and has generous wearing ease. It is drafted to fit a variety of body types. When sewing for a bust, the pattern...
How to Remove a Bust Dart from a Pattern (Using the Gilbert Top) January 18, 2022Helen Wilkinson One of our most popular patterns of late is the Gilbert Top. This beginner-friendly button up top is fun to sew and has a loose, easy fit. It features an...
Cropped Jackson Pullover with Balloon Sleeves January 04, 2022Helen Wilkinson I’ve got three hacks in one to share with you today! You can mix and match these hacks to suit yourself and get a custom look for your Jackson Pullover....
My Top 10 Makes of 2021 December 21, 2021Helen Wilkinson It's that time again! Every December I love taking the time to reflect on the past twelve months and dream about the upcoming year. All in all, 2021 was...
Christmas Quilted Table Runner December 07, 2021Helen Wilkinson As the days get shorter and the weather turns grey and wet, I find myself turning to quilting and spending longer days in my sewing studio. I decided to try...
Our Top 10 DIY Sewing Gift Ideas November 23, 2021Helen Wilkinson Gift-giving season is here, and what says "I love you" better than a handmade gift for your friends and family? Not only are handmade presents thoughtful and resourceful (hello, scrap-busters!)—they...
Alternative Bias Binding Method November 16, 2021Helen Wilkinson Thank you so much for your kind reception of our latest free pattern, the Sam Apron! We are so happy that you are excited about this pattern as we are....
Introducing the Sam Apron November 12, 2021Helen Wilkinson New FREE PATTERN alert! I am so excited to share our latest design with you. This one is a collaboration between my partner Sam and myself. Sam LOVES to cook...
How to Draft and Sew a T-Shirt Pocket October 26, 2021Miranda Milke Sewing a patch pocket is a great way to customize and add some functionality to your knit t-shirt collection. Whether you want to make your tees look more casual or...