Helen's Closet

I am seriously buzzing today, this is so exciting! The Winslow Culottes PDF pattern is now available for purchase. Thank you all so much for your patience and for your...

These pants almost need no introduction at this point, they practically speak for themselves! These are the Winslow Culottes View D, a pattern by me that will be released next...

Hello makers! I love weeks like this, so much goodness to share! I am beyond excited about sewing swimwear for my summer vacation. Do you have a favourite swimsuit pattern?...

Don’t you just love summer rain? The smell of a dry heat extinguished, you can practically hear the plants breath a sigh of relief. I like to walk in the...

I know what you are thinking…’what is up with the culottes trend?’ I gave this length of culottes the side-eye for quite some time before giving them a try. The...

I'd like to say thanks for all the outpouring of support and encouragement on my 1 year blogging anniversary yesterday. You are all such amazing, creative, people and it means...

This blog has completely changed my life. Over the past year I feel I have grown so much, made hundreds of new friends all over the world, and discovered what...

Nothing beats the heat like a gorgeous, flowy dress, right? This is by far my new favourite thing to throw on. Comfortable and chic, who could ask for more? This...

Like many other Vancouverites, I ride my bike to work. It’s a quick 15 minute ride, and there is an awesome bike route close to my apartment! I ride alongside...

I have been eyeing the Saltspring dress for some time now, so when Caroline shared a camisole hack it was just the push I needed to invest in this pattern....

One of my favorite things about summer is, of course, being outside! I love biking & walking as well as baseball, frisbee, or just picnicking in the park. Cute summer...