Helen's Closet

Whether you are tall, short, or prefer your waistline to sit somewhere else than an intended pattern design, changing the rise is a common and easy pants adjustment. Today we...

Hello everyone! Today we have Stephanie from @SewWithStephanie! Stephanie is here to show us how she made these two awesome Jackson Tee pattern hacks featuring a ruffled shoulder cap and...

I sew a lot. I sew clothes for my business and for myself, I sew things for Sam, and I’ve recently taken up quilting, too! All this sewing results in...

Anybody who sews knows that this hobby can be expensive! From fabric to notions, equipment and supplies, the costs can add up quickly. The good news is that there are...

The March Top and Dress is drafted with plenty of ease through the chest, and a full bust adjustment may not be necessary for cup sizes ranging from AA -...

Is Spring in the air where you live? I’ve been loving the longer days and seeing the crocuses come up. I have a gardening list that is a mile long...

One question we get asked all the time is, “which pattern should I sew if I’m a beginner?” Whether you are just learning to sew, or you have loved ones...

The design of the March Top and Dress is perfect for playing with contrasting fabrics, textures and patterns. Today I want to show you a few March design ideas for...

We’re continuing our March Model Spotlight today with Nokomis! You know that feeling when you meet somebody and just know that you are going to be friends? This is how...

I have decided to remove the Suki Robe from our pattern collection. The use of the word ‘Suki’ is cultural appropriation and I am sorry for using a Japanese word...

We are finishing up our guest blogging series this week with another post from a fellow sewist! We know how important it is to see different versions of a pattern...

I'm so excited to share another March model Spotlight with you! These posts give us a chance to share more photos from our photoshoot and give you all the details...