The March sisters and the Bennet sisters are seen (in various film and television adaptations) sewing, knitting, or embroidering together. Once upon a time handcrafts were a necessary chore that also provided a productive social activity. Now, for those of us who do still sew or knit or create by hand, it is normal to devote … More Craft Table Chats – Who’s at the table?
Happy 2015! Over the past few weeks the blogosphere has been a flurry of thoughtful year-end reflections and new-year anticipations. Last year I was reluctant to read your year-end posts. While I enjoy seeing how many sewists have been taking on new challenges and I feel joy for you and your accomplishments, I also feel … More Craft Table Chats – It’s a New Year
Oh geez, I have nearly 20 draft blog posts, 2 unfinished knitting projects, and about a dozen sewing ideas that have barely even made it onto my to-make list. This is NOT the time to start a new hobby, right? RIGHT? Certainly not one that requires storage of more small things. Nevertheless, here we are.
N7: shorthand for the Normandy ship in the Mass Effect video game series. Geek holidays are cropping up everywhere. Examples: March 14 is Pi day (3.14). May 4 is Star Wars Day, on which everyone declares “May The Fourth Be With You!” N7: November 7 – Mass Effect Day (or more broadly, BioWare Day on … More Happy N7 Day!
To commemorate my Po-Po’s birthday month, I will be altering one of her dresses so that I can give it new life. … More Sewcialists, help me alter this dress!
Tyraenna from Quests of Quirkiness is here to celebrate Halloween with us and explore the vast Cosplay Continuum! … More The Cosplay Continuum
I sift through all the colors of the rainbow to build my color story. … More Wardrobe Architect – Colors & Patterns
A wardrobe full of garments that make you feel uncomfortable or don’t balance well with each other leads to a wardrobe that isn’t worn often. Wardrobe Architect helps me explore garment shapes and outfit silhouettes. … More Wardrobe Architect – Shapes & Silhouettes
Zeita Studios & the Fabric Alchemist are excited to help you with your next costume. … More Big News: Cosplay Fabric Workshop with the Fabric Alchemist!
Building a cohesive fall & winter wardrobe … More Wardrobe Architect – Personal Core Style
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