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…
how I wear it: sue’s prado trench coat
Sue tests our patterns and sends photos to demonstrate many of the ways she styles each item she sews. We’re a little obsessed…
prado trench coats from our testers
Take a look at how our testers’ Prado Trench Coats turned out and learn a little about the fabrics they chose. Didn’t they make some terrific trench coats?
inspiration for our new prado trench coat
It’s always fun to show you some of the inspiration behind our new patterns, and our Prado Trench Coat is full of ideas for customizing and making this a style you’ll return to many times.
prado trench coat as wool winter coat
Liesl took our new Prado Trench Coat sewing pattern and made a winter coat from it. It caught your attention, so she’s here to tell a little more about the process.
introducing the prado trench coat sewing pattern
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.
timeless vs. classic and how to develop your own style
What’s the difference between timeless and classic, and how can you keep your wardrobe up-to-date without chasing trends?
Asmita’s Antwerp Pullover
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!
the zen of sewing
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.
finding your style
Liesl is back after her big move, talking about finding your own personal style through Allison Bornstein’s Three Word theory.
cosmetic case comes in “clutch”
Kari uses the In A Clutch Cosmetic Case as a solution to a jumbled mess of knitting supplies.
i’ve got it all with this wallet
A classic Liesl + Co pattern offers a quick afternoon project for Kari.
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