Helen's Closet

We are thrilled to announce a new addition to our pattern collection, the Arden Pants! The Arden Pants are laid back & comfortable woven joggers. The perfect addition to any...

It's that time of year again! Although this year is undeniably different due to COVID-19, many sewists are still planning to participate in Me Made May and embrace this gentle...

These Yanta Overalls have been on my 'to make' list for so long! I struggle to choose black for my makes because I always want to use a colorful or...

Hey all! As you may already have noticed, we have been working with Saki from @sakijane and sakijane.com on some really cool scrap-busting projects for the blog. Saki is such...

Earlier this year on the Love to Sew Podcast (co-hosted by Caroline and myself from Blackbird Fabrics), we had the lovely Meg from Cookin' and Craftin' on the show to...

This week I am feeling so much empathy for those impacted by COVID-19 and all the people working to ensure that we can pull through this. Sam and I are...

I have learned how to knit 4 or 5 times over the years. Each time I would pick it up again, learn the knit and purl, and get a few...

Hello friends! We have another great scrap buster for you today! Saki is joining us again to share this awesome tutorial for a DIY plant bucket that you can use...

Since our move to Vancouver Island, I am in need of more models for our photoshoots! If you are interested or know somebody who would be, please reach out and/or...

We're back with another scrap busting project for you all: a DIY pencil case! We started the Sustainable Scrap Busting blog project last year and it has been one of...

Are you drawn to bold prints and amazing handwoven fabrics? Do you buy medium weight textiles that aren't suitable for tops or dresses, but aren't quite right for pants either?...

This sweater dress hack has been on my mind since we launched the Elliot Sweater and Tee at the end of 2018! I don't know why it took me so...