Helen's Closet

It’s here! It’s finally here! After nearly a full year of development I am thrilled to finally bring you our jeans pattern, the Brooks Jeans. This everyday non-stretch denim superstar...

Get the Jackson Tee I couldn’t resist doing some Halloween themed sewing this year! I picked up some great printed knits from Thread Count Fabrics (Sun Filled Shades and Sweet...

Today I want to answer a question we’ve gotten about our Arden Pants pattern: “Can I make Arden for my ?” The answer is yes! While we did draft this...

When we released the Cameron Button Up last winter, I sewed up this version in wool coating to see if it could be done (hello, bulky seams)! My vision for...

One of my favourite parts of sewing is a fabric+pattern match made in heaven. Making such a match is hard! It can be difficult to predict the result and sometimes...

I finished a quilt! This ‘Z’ quilt was designed by me for my niece, Zoya. I used all her favourite colours and I love how it turned out! I’ve been...

It’s that time again—time for a new FREE Helen’s Closet pattern! We love providing approachable, accessible options for your sewing practice and this design fits the bill. Two top options,...

I love summer sewing! This is when all the fun prints and colourful fabrics really get to shine in my wardrobe. I feel so inspired this time of year and...

I’m excited to welcome Laurie back to the blog to showcase her first Cameron Button Up! Laurie considers herself a ‘confident beginner’ sewist so this project was an opportunity for...

Launch week wouldn't be complete without a pattern hack! This is one design idea that didn’t make it into the collection views but I still think is an excellent alternative...

Last but certainly not least in our STUDIO collection deep dive: the Moss Jacket! This one may be my personal favourite (but it is so hard to choose)! Moss is...