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Six ways (and counting!) to wear the Tomigaya Shirt Dress, for every season and occasion.

I’m planning my fall and winter sewing, and I thought it would be useful to show you the fabrics I’ve chosen and how I’m going to use the. Maybe it will help you with your fabric choices and planning, too?

What are your 10 essential sewing patterns? I’m calling them my Stranded in the City Suitcase, in honor of the long-lasting Desert Island Discs radio program in which the guests pick their essential music for a long stay on a desert island…

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.

Fabric choice has such an impact on the outcome of a pattern. Whether you are a solids or a prints fan, you will admire the pattern mixing in this piece. Click over to see Melanie’s scrappy Yanaka jacket!

We’ve rounded up all the wonderful Liesl + Co makes from this year’s Me Made May. Get some inspiration for your sewing plans!

Here are some fresh spring looks that you can recreate using Liesl + Co. patterns.

Stephanie added pockets and a lining to the Yanaka Jacket pattern. She’s on the blog to talk about how she did it.

Erica’s two Yanaka Jackets demonstrate the versatility of this elegant pattern: chic in stretch denim, or a little edgy in camouflage softened with a splash of Liberty.

The perfect little jacket pattern is here. The Yanaka Jacket is that elusive wardrobe essential that instantly elevates an outfit. Two of our advisors sewed up the pattern. Check out their versions to get your sew-jo purring.

Need a little help with fabric ideas for your Yanaka Jacket? Liesl is here with some suggestions and some photos that might inspire you for your own ideas.

The Yanaka Jacket is an elegant layer with thoughtful touches. See what our testers did with this new women’s sewing pattern for a DIY cropped jacket sewing pattern.