Helen's Closet

Thank you so much for the warm reception to the Brooks Jeans pattern! I am so excited to see all of your makes. We obviously had denim in mind for...

One of the questions that came up when we were working on the Arbutus Robe was: Does this pattern work as a coat? I’m excited to share the answer with...

Thank you so much for the warm reception to our latest pattern, the Arbutus Robe! I’m so glad that folks are excited to sew this pattern for themselves and their...

I hope you’re feeling ready to get cozy because we’ve got a new pattern in the shop this week—introducing the Arbutus Robe! This sewing pattern is perfect for making yourself...

I’m thrilled to welcome my mother in law, Laurie, back to the blog this week! Laurie made a Pona Jacket from melton wool and it is GORGEOUS! I love this...

I was visiting my parents recently and they had just cleared out the attic. Of course that meant a big bin of things for me to look through—old school work...

I’ve got a special blog post so share today! My dad has made me some incredible things for my sewing room, including this handmade sewing chest that we shared a...

One of my favourite things about sewing is the ability to make garments your own. Choosing the fabrics, making alterations, and ultimately styling each piece just the way you like...

  Today on the blog we want to welcome Lisa of Sew Me Sunshine with a Lawrence Dress sewalong video! Sew Me Sunshine is a UK-based online fabric shop that...

I’m so excited to welcome my mom to the blog today to show off some of her recent Helen’s Closet makes! I may have twisted her arm just a little...

Since we released our June Pants and Shorts pattern this past spring, I have been absolutely living in this pattern. It’s so perfect for everyday wear and I love the...

We had some red gingham fabric leftover from our recent Lawrence Skirt Hack and I was feeling inspired to make a matching crop top. I think the Barbie movie may...