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Tamarack Jacket Sew-Along Day 1: Introduction, ...

Jen Beeman

Join us as we sew the the Tamarack Jacket! We originally released the Tamarack Jacket back in 2016 and it has now been drafted in our 14-30 size range. We've...

Tamarack Jacket Sew-Along Day 1: Introduction, ...

Jen Beeman

Join us as we sew the the Tamarack Jacket! We originally released the Tamarack Jacket back in 2016 and it has now been drafted in our 14-30 size range. We've...

Newsletter graphic for Tamarack Jacket Sew-Along, woman wearing rust striped Tamarack Jacket with yellow gingham cuffs

Get Ready for the Tamarack Video Sew-Along

Jen Beeman

As we mentioned at the launch of the size 14 – 30 Tamarack Jacket, we'll be hosting a full video sew-along starting on Monday, November 9th! The Tamarack is such...

Get Ready for the Tamarack Video Sew-Along

Jen Beeman

As we mentioned at the launch of the size 14 – 30 Tamarack Jacket, we'll be hosting a full video sew-along starting on Monday, November 9th! The Tamarack is such...

Nine Tamarack Jacket variations in patchwork, denim, and cream fabrics, including a family wearing matching jackets

A Collection of Tamarack Jackets Made By You!

lexi aprati

Our favorite thing about the Tamarack Jacket is that it is such a blank canvas for creativity and customization. Over the years, since we first released the pattern in 2016,...

A Collection of Tamarack Jackets Made By You!

lexi aprati

Our favorite thing about the Tamarack Jacket is that it is such a blank canvas for creativity and customization. Over the years, since we first released the pattern in 2016,...

Tamarack Jacket in chartreuse quilted fabric, with two suggested fabric swatches: solid yellow and black triangle print

Fabric Suggestions For The Tamarack Jacket

lexi aprati

We hope you are as excited as we are about the re-release of the Tamarack Jacket and the Hood and Collar variation pack! Because the Tamarack is such a blank...

Fabric Suggestions For The Tamarack Jacket

lexi aprati

We hope you are as excited as we are about the re-release of the Tamarack Jacket and the Hood and Collar variation pack! Because the Tamarack is such a blank...

Two photos of black quilted Tamarack Jacket with floral lining, worn over mustard skirt against colorful mural backgrounds

Tamarack Jacket 14-30 Pattern Tester Round Up

lexi aprati

This re-release of the Tamarack Jacket has been a long time coming and we're so excited it’s finally here! As with any pattern release, we dedicate a lot of time...

Tamarack Jacket 14-30 Pattern Tester Round Up

lexi aprati

This re-release of the Tamarack Jacket has been a long time coming and we're so excited it’s finally here! As with any pattern release, we dedicate a lot of time...

Two Tamarack Jackets: chambray hooded version with pink floral lining, and rust striped version with collar

Introducing Tamarack 14 – 30 and the Tamarack H...

Jen Beeman

Today we're so excited to announce that our popular Tamarack Jacket is now available in our 14 – 30 size range! In addition to the new size range we also...

Introducing Tamarack 14 – 30 and the Tamarack H...

Jen Beeman

Today we're so excited to announce that our popular Tamarack Jacket is now available in our 14 – 30 size range! In addition to the new size range we also...

Lining the Sleeveless Farrow Dress Part 3: brown daisy print dress right side out and turned inside out showing gold lining

Lining the Sleeveless Farrow Dress: Part 3

lexi aprati

Today we are continuing the series of tutorials showing how add a lining to the Farrow Dress. So far, we've covered how to draft patterns for the lining and facings...

Lining the Sleeveless Farrow Dress: Part 3

lexi aprati

Today we are continuing the series of tutorials showing how add a lining to the Farrow Dress. So far, we've covered how to draft patterns for the lining and facings...

Sewing Facings on Narrow Sleeves tutorial: gray fabric sleeve with yellow floral facing sewn at cuff

Finishing Narrow Sleeves

Jen Beeman

The Farrow has a narrow sleeve that offsets the A-line silhouette, but that often means that the wrist isn't large enough to fit around the free arm of your sewing...

Finishing Narrow Sleeves

Jen Beeman

The Farrow has a narrow sleeve that offsets the A-line silhouette, but that often means that the wrist isn't large enough to fit around the free arm of your sewing...

Lining the Sleeved Farrow Dress: navy dress right side out and turned inside out showing taupe and navy lining

Lining the Sleeved Farrow: Part 2

Jen Beeman

Today post is a continuation of our Lining the Sleeved Farrow tutorial. In this lesson I'll be walking you through assembling the lining pieces of your Farrow Dress. If you...

Lining the Sleeved Farrow: Part 2

Jen Beeman

Today post is a continuation of our Lining the Sleeved Farrow tutorial. In this lesson I'll be walking you through assembling the lining pieces of your Farrow Dress. If you...

Slip stitch diagram with numbered steps showing teal thread technique, magnified detail of needle placement below fabric edge

How To Sew a Slip Stitch

lexi aprati

Slip Stitch, a love poem. Just kidding, though I do have a lot of love for this stitch. In my opinion the slip stitch is the most magical of all...

How To Sew a Slip Stitch

lexi aprati

Slip Stitch, a love poem. Just kidding, though I do have a lot of love for this stitch. In my opinion the slip stitch is the most magical of all...

Cortland Trench pattern envelope with sewing tools and fabric stack: camo twill, olive pocketing, black interfacing

Cortland Sew-Along Supplies

Jen Beeman

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

Jen Beeman

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 graphic: woman wearing mustard rayon twill Cortland Trench over polka dot Augusta dress"

Get Ready for the Cortland Sew-Along!

Jen Beeman

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!

Jen Beeman

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...

Whip stitch diagram with numbered steps showing teal thread technique, magnified detail of needle placement over fabric edge

How To Sew A Whip Stitch

lexi aprati

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

lexi aprati

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...