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Cortland Sew-Along Supplies
Today I’ll be walking you through all of the supplies you’ll need to follow along with our sew-along and create your Cortland Trench! Although we’ll cover the supplies as part...
Cortland Sew-Along Supplies
Today I’ll be walking you through all of the supplies you’ll need to follow along with our sew-along and create your Cortland Trench! Although we’ll cover the supplies as part...
Get Ready for the Cortland Sew-Along!
When we launched the Cortland Trench this past spring, we promised a sew-along in the fall. Well, fall is now upon us and it’s now time to sew up a...
Get Ready for the Cortland Sew-Along!
When we launched the Cortland Trench this past spring, we promised a sew-along in the fall. Well, fall is now upon us and it’s now time to sew up a...
How To Sew A Whip Stitch
Ah, the humble Whip stitch. It is super quick, super easy, and very versatile! Though many of us may already be familiar with the whip stitch, did you know this...
How To Sew A Whip Stitch
Ah, the humble Whip stitch. It is super quick, super easy, and very versatile! Though many of us may already be familiar with the whip stitch, did you know this...
Removing the Inseam Farrow Pockets
One of the first pattern variation tutorials we published for the Farrow back when we released the original 0-18 pattern was this tutorial on removing the inseam pockets. Of course...
Removing the Inseam Farrow Pockets
One of the first pattern variation tutorials we published for the Farrow back when we released the original 0-18 pattern was this tutorial on removing the inseam pockets. Of course...
Sewing the Farrow 14-32 Darts
Today we'll be discussing how to sew the Farrow 14-32 darts. If you own a copy of the original Farrow in sizes 0-18 you’ll know that version does not include...
Sewing the Farrow 14-32 Darts
Today we'll be discussing how to sew the Farrow 14-32 darts. If you own a copy of the original Farrow in sizes 0-18 you’ll know that version does not include...
How To Sew A Catch Stitch
Today's tutorial shows you how to sew a catch stitch. The catch stitch is a hand stitch that is most commonly used on garment hems but can also be used...
How To Sew A Catch Stitch
Today's tutorial shows you how to sew a catch stitch. The catch stitch is a hand stitch that is most commonly used on garment hems but can also be used...
Stowe Sew-Along Day 7: Sewing the Gussets
Today is our final lesson in the series, finishing up the bags by sewing the gussets and optional step 15. Over the years we've found these last few...
Stowe Sew-Along Day 7: Sewing the Gussets
Today is our final lesson in the series, finishing up the bags by sewing the gussets and optional step 15. Over the years we've found these last few...
Reintroducing The Farrow Sew-Along Page
With the re-release of the Farrow Dress, we wanted to let you know we have a guided sew-along for the Farrow (as well as many of our other patterns) on...
Reintroducing The Farrow Sew-Along Page
With the re-release of the Farrow Dress, we wanted to let you know we have a guided sew-along for the Farrow (as well as many of our other patterns) on...
Stowe Sew-Along Day 6: Making Double Fold Bias ...
Today's lesson is all about bias tape! I'll be walking you through what bias tape is, double fold vs. single fold, and how to make your own. If you have...
Stowe Sew-Along Day 6: Making Double Fold Bias ...
Today's lesson is all about bias tape! I'll be walking you through what bias tape is, double fold vs. single fold, and how to make your own. If you have...
Farrow Fabric Suggestions and Inspiration
When we originally released the Farrow Dress back in 2016, we shared this post suggesting fabrics that highlight just how versatile this dress is with swatches for casual everyday, dressier occasions, and...
Farrow Fabric Suggestions and Inspiration
When we originally released the Farrow Dress back in 2016, we shared this post suggesting fabrics that highlight just how versatile this dress is with swatches for casual everyday, dressier occasions, and...
Farrow 14-30 Pattern Tester Roundup
Here at Grainline, we follow a very thorough, multi-step process when we release a pattern. We develop our custom blocks and create, test, and refine our grading for each block...
Farrow 14-30 Pattern Tester Roundup
Here at Grainline, we follow a very thorough, multi-step process when we release a pattern. We develop our custom blocks and create, test, and refine our grading for each block...
Stowe Sew-Along Day 5: Handles & Bias Binding
In today's lesson we're starting by sewing up the sides of the bag. After that we'll assemble the handles and attach our bias binding to finish them up neatly. If...
Stowe Sew-Along Day 5: Handles & Bias Binding
In today's lesson we're starting by sewing up the sides of the bag. After that we'll assemble the handles and attach our bias binding to finish them up neatly. If...
Introducing the Farrow Dress in Sizes 14 – 30
Today we're so excited to release the Farrow in sizes 14 – 30! We originally released the Farrow back in November 2016 and it's still one of our favorite patterns...
Introducing the Farrow Dress in Sizes 14 – 30
Today we're so excited to release the Farrow in sizes 14 – 30! We originally released the Farrow back in November 2016 and it's still one of our favorite patterns...