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Liesl is here to introduce our newest sewing pattern, the Prado Trench Coat! This classic and trendy style is a terrific addition to your wardrobe, no matter what the season.

What’s the difference between timeless and classic, and how can you keep your wardrobe up-to-date without chasing trends?

Asmita sewed our Antwerp Pullover and made some clever design decisions related to the thickness of the fabric. She’s hear to talk about how it worked out!

Do you sew to stay calm? Or is it stressful for you? A few thoughts on why and where I find calm in sewing, in addition to other places.

Liesl is back after her big move, talking about finding your own personal style through Allison Bornstein’s Three Word theory.

A little reflection on personal style vs. the homogenization of our personal aesthetic via social media and the algorithm.

Liesl is talking about how you can add a lot of depth and texture to your wardrobe by styling the items you own and wear with layers.

Here are 6 fall looks and the patterns you could use to make them your own.

Liesl is here to talk through some fabric and styling ideas for our Kyoto Dress sewing pattern, which comes with cup sizes to help you get a great fit. What sort of fabric will you choose?

Liesl walks you through some fabric and styling ideas for our new Amarena Dress, a versatile sewing pattern with lots of great details for you to mix and match.

Liesl is here to talk about the Antwerp Pullover and some of the many fabric and styling options and inspiration for this sewing pattern.

Liesl introduces the third of our newest sewing patterns for Fall 2023, the Kyoto Dress. A body-skimming silhouette that’s flattering on a variety of body shapes and sizes, this style also comes with cup sizes to help you get a great fit.