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Sewing Swimsuits Doesn’t Have to be Hard

In fact, sewing swimsuits can be downright fun! I made my first swimsuits last year. I was pretty intimidated before that, and just didn't know if I wanted to mess with it. But swimsuit fabric is a siren, whose song lured me in and I figured it would be a learning experience. So I jumped… Continue reading Sewing Swimsuits Doesn’t Have to be Hard

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Hack Your Own Modcloth Boat Neck

Thanksgiving and Christmas are my favorite holidays so this time of year gets me feeling excited. We keep things pretty casual though, and don't attend many holiday parties so when I thought about a holiday outfit I went for something comfortable, cute, and just right for casual gatherings. I have wanted to recreate this adorable Modcloth… Continue reading Hack Your Own Modcloth Boat Neck

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Black, White, and Teal All Over: Project Run & Play Finale

If I were to describe my signature style, I'd say it was clean classic pieces with unforgettable details. Sometimes the details aren't even visible, like inside finishes and deep hems that denote quality and attention. And sometimes they're quintessential details that take a t-shirt from plain to exceptional. I love how clothing can create of… Continue reading Black, White, and Teal All Over: Project Run & Play Finale

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Week 3: Graceful Geometrics (Stripes Week)

Yea! I'm so happy to have made it to week 3. I love working with stripes and the beautiful things that come with the symmetry, angles, and juxtapositions of strategically placing positive and negative spaces. But don't get me wrong--working with stripes and trying to do something exciting and "new" is a daunting task. I… Continue reading Week 3: Graceful Geometrics (Stripes Week)