Helen's Closet

Is there anything more satisfying then conquering a new sewing challenge? I don’t know about you, but when I tackle a project that involves techniques or fabrics that I have...

News (clockwise from top left) Alina Sewing & Design Co. released the Panama Tee Dress. Cashmerette released the Turner Dress, a cute fit and flare for knits! Check out this...

I have been excitedly waiting to share this make you all for quite some time! Back in the spring, I pattern tested this dress for Emily from In The Folds....

Let's focus on happy news today, shall we? I am sending all the wonderful Americans I have met over the years lots of love, and any woman out there who...

I can't believe it has already been one week since I got home New York City! This was such a special trip for me because I got to spend an...

Welcome to November! Can you believe it? In Canada we are well past thanksgiving, so Christmas is full steam ahead! Are you guys planning on making Christmas sewing gifts? I...

Happy Hallowe'en, makers! I wish I had a more spooky post to share today, but this fall scene will have to do :) One thing I knew for certain when...

My sister got married this past September and it was such a beautiful affair. They had a weekend long event at a small resort in Squamish, BC. The ceremony was...

Happy Wednesday, Makers! Thank you for your patience while I was away last week, I can’t wait to share more about my Camp Workroom Social experience with you! SO much...

I'm currently traveling in New York, so these pics are actually of a project from last summer that I never got a chance to share on the blog! I experimented...

Hellllooooo, makers! Get ready for ALOT of inspiration this week on the Wednesday Weekly, you guys have been busy! I often find it so hard to narrow down my selections...

Now that we are fully into the fall season here in the pacific northwest, layering is essential for surviving the inconsistent weather. One day it’s cold enough to see your...