The Grainline Blog / Pattern Hacking
A Felix Dress with Waist Ties
Every time we wear a Felix Dress we're reminded of the secret magic of this pattern and dress. If you've sewn the Felix before you may have had similar sentiments...
A Felix Dress with Waist Ties
Every time we wear a Felix Dress we're reminded of the secret magic of this pattern and dress. If you've sewn the Felix before you may have had similar sentiments...
Willow Variation: Gathered Waist Dress
We have another pattern modification available for you today that we’re happy to finally be sharing. Jen made this gathered waist Willow Tank Dress over a year ago, but she...
Willow Variation: Gathered Waist Dress
We have another pattern modification available for you today that we’re happy to finally be sharing. Jen made this gathered waist Willow Tank Dress over a year ago, but she...
Portside Dopp Kit: Fanny Pack Tutorial
Today we're showing you how to easily modify your Portside Dopp Kit from toiletry bag to one of our favorite practical accessories, the Fanny Pack! Don't let the name deter...
Portside Dopp Kit: Fanny Pack Tutorial
Today we're showing you how to easily modify your Portside Dopp Kit from toiletry bag to one of our favorite practical accessories, the Fanny Pack! Don't let the name deter...
Uniform Modification: Cuffed Short Sleeves
Hey all! I'm back with a quick little tutorial on how to give your Uniform Tunic a cute little cuffed sleeve like the one shown above. This will work on...
Uniform Modification: Cuffed Short Sleeves
Hey all! I'm back with a quick little tutorial on how to give your Uniform Tunic a cute little cuffed sleeve like the one shown above. This will work on...
Uniform Tunic Modification: Uniform Dress
Today we’re sharing our next Uniform Tunic Modification post, how to turn your tunic into a dress! We’ve been wanting to do this modification for a while and I finally...
Uniform Tunic Modification: Uniform Dress
Today we’re sharing our next Uniform Tunic Modification post, how to turn your tunic into a dress! We’ve been wanting to do this modification for a while and I finally...
Uniform Tunic Modification: Uniform Shirt
Today, we’re sharing two of our favorite, incredibly simple, modifications that transform the Uniform from tunic to shirt! These quick adjustments increase the number of options this incredibly versatile pattern...
Uniform Tunic Modification: Uniform Shirt
Today, we’re sharing two of our favorite, incredibly simple, modifications that transform the Uniform from tunic to shirt! These quick adjustments increase the number of options this incredibly versatile pattern...
Hadley Modification: Wrap Top
Today we're going to teach you how you can modify the pattern pieces of the Hadley Top View B in order to turn it into a wrap top! This modification...
Hadley Modification: Wrap Top
Today we're going to teach you how you can modify the pattern pieces of the Hadley Top View B in order to turn it into a wrap top! This modification...
Make a Cropped Scout this Summer!
I was cleaning out an old hard drive recently and found these images of the original Scout Tee. Did you know it was cropped originally!? I lengthened it for the...
Make a Cropped Scout this Summer!
I was cleaning out an old hard drive recently and found these images of the original Scout Tee. Did you know it was cropped originally!? I lengthened it for the...
Linden Variation: Rolled Cuffs and Hems
Last week Lexi unearthed a bag containing the pieces for this cute short sleeve Linden we had cut months ago from the bottom of a long forgotten drawer. We set...
Linden Variation: Rolled Cuffs and Hems
Last week Lexi unearthed a bag containing the pieces for this cute short sleeve Linden we had cut months ago from the bottom of a long forgotten drawer. We set...
A Non-Quilted Tamarack for Spring
From time to time I get inquiries about making a non-quilted Tamarack Jacket, aka one without quilting or batting, and yes, it is 100% possible! I thought spring would be...
A Non-Quilted Tamarack for Spring
From time to time I get inquiries about making a non-quilted Tamarack Jacket, aka one without quilting or batting, and yes, it is 100% possible! I thought spring would be...
Split Hem Willow Variation
We’re deep in the heat and humidity of summer here so the only things I want to make are quick, easy garments that will keep me cool when I step...
Split Hem Willow Variation
We’re deep in the heat and humidity of summer here so the only things I want to make are quick, easy garments that will keep me cool when I step...
Farrow with No Pockets
In our first Farrow Dress variation we're going to show you how to omit the pockets on your Farrow. A few people asked why anyone would want a dress without...
Farrow with No Pockets
In our first Farrow Dress variation we're going to show you how to omit the pockets on your Farrow. A few people asked why anyone would want a dress without...
Hemlock Variation: Split Hem Sweater
As promised in our last post today I have instructions on how to make your own Hemlock pattern with side splits! It's really very easy so you'll have one of...
Hemlock Variation: Split Hem Sweater
As promised in our last post today I have instructions on how to make your own Hemlock pattern with side splits! It's really very easy so you'll have one of...