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Hands marking Archer Button Up pattern pieces with Fairgate ruler, French curve, scissors, awl, pattern weights, and tape

Archer Video Sew-Along: Day 2 Choosing a Size &...

Jen Beeman

In today's Archer Sew-Along lesson we're talking all about choosing a size and walking you through some common pattern adjustments. View the video here or head over to our YouTube...

Archer Video Sew-Along: Day 2 Choosing a Size &...

Jen Beeman

In today's Archer Sew-Along lesson we're talking all about choosing a size and walking you through some common pattern adjustments. View the video here or head over to our YouTube...

Text graphic on pale green background reading "Our Anti-Racism Action Plan"

Grainline Studio Supports Black Lives Matter

Jen Beeman

If you follow us on Instagram, you saw our post stating that we support the Black Lives Matter movement. I want to reiterate here that we as a team unequivocally...

Grainline Studio Supports Black Lives Matter

Jen Beeman

If you follow us on Instagram, you saw our post stating that we support the Black Lives Matter movement. I want to reiterate here that we as a team unequivocally...

Person wearing navy gingham shirt holding Grainline Studio Archer Button Up pattern envelope with coral cover at wood table

Archer Video Sew-Along: Day 1 - Intro, Fabrics ...

Jen Beeman

Today we're kicking off our Archer Video Sew-Along! The Archer has been one of our most popular patterns ever since it was first released and I'm so excited to be...

Archer Video Sew-Along: Day 1 - Intro, Fabrics ...

Jen Beeman

Today we're kicking off our Archer Video Sew-Along! The Archer has been one of our most popular patterns ever since it was first released and I'm so excited to be...

Person wearing rust Hemlock Tee standing at wood table next to a white Bernina serger with black and pink thread spools

Hemlock Video Sew-Along: Serger Assembly

Jen Beeman

Day 5 of the Hemlock Video Sew-Along – our final in the series – is now live! In this video I walk you through sewing up your Hemlock Tee using...

Hemlock Video Sew-Along: Serger Assembly

Jen Beeman

Day 5 of the Hemlock Video Sew-Along – our final in the series – is now live! In this video I walk you through sewing up your Hemlock Tee using...

Person wearing rust and black geometric print Hemlock Tee with long sleeves and gold pendant necklace, standing at wood table

Hemlock Video Sew-Along: Sewing Machine Assembly

Jen Beeman

Day 4 of the Hemlock Video Sew-Along is now up and we're sewing up our Hemlocks with our sewing machines! Learn my tips for needle selection, see what stitches are...

Hemlock Video Sew-Along: Sewing Machine Assembly

Jen Beeman

Day 4 of the Hemlock Video Sew-Along is now up and we're sewing up our Hemlocks with our sewing machines! Learn my tips for needle selection, see what stitches are...

Person wearing rust Hemlock Tee holding rust and black geometric print fabric at wood table with cutting mat during sew-along

Hemlock Video Sew-Along: Cutting your Fabric

Jen Beeman

Time for Day 3 of the Hemlock Video Sew-Along, cutting your fabric! We're talking about directional fabric, cutting knits with a scissor or rotary cutter, and plenty more. Watch the...

Hemlock Video Sew-Along: Cutting your Fabric

Jen Beeman

Time for Day 3 of the Hemlock Video Sew-Along, cutting your fabric! We're talking about directional fabric, cutting knits with a scissor or rotary cutter, and plenty more. Watch the...

Hemlock Tee Sew-Along Day 02: Assembling the Pattern, Choosing a Size, and Cutting the Pattern, with planning sheet

Hemlock Video Sew-Along: Pattern Assembly, Cutt...

Jen Beeman

Day 2 of the Hemlock Video Sew-Along has been posted! In this video we're discussing how to assemble a PDF pattern, best practices for selecting a size, and how to...

Hemlock Video Sew-Along: Pattern Assembly, Cutt...

Jen Beeman

Day 2 of the Hemlock Video Sew-Along has been posted! In this video we're discussing how to assemble a PDF pattern, best practices for selecting a size, and how to...

Hemlock Tee Sew-Along Day 01: Introduction, Fabrics, and Supplies, with person wearing rust Hemlock Tee at wood table

Hemlock Video Sew-Along: Introduction, Fabrics ...

Jen Beeman

Our first video sew-along has begun, the Hemlock Tee! In our first episode we're introducing you to the Hemlock pattern, walking you through fabric selection – including calculating stretch percentage...

Hemlock Video Sew-Along: Introduction, Fabrics ...

Jen Beeman

Our first video sew-along has begun, the Hemlock Tee! In our first episode we're introducing you to the Hemlock pattern, walking you through fabric selection – including calculating stretch percentage...

Cream Hemlock Tee with long sleeves and jeans beside cream Archer Button Up with long sleeves and black pants

Hemlock and Archer Video Sew-Alongs!

Jen Beeman

If you've been following along with our Instagram Live sessions you'll know we've been planning a few video sew-alongs! I've been wanting to make a Hemlock and Archer for myself...

Hemlock and Archer Video Sew-Alongs!

Jen Beeman

If you've been following along with our Instagram Live sessions you'll know we've been planning a few video sew-alongs! I've been wanting to make a Hemlock and Archer for myself...

Uniform Tunic in rust linen with short cuffed sleeves and inseam pockets, monstera leaf tucked in one, on wooden hanger

Uniform Tunic Resources

Jen Beeman

Today we'll be sharing some Uniform Tunic resources to go along with the launch of the Uniform Tunic in sizes 14 – 30. Uniform Sew-Along Since this pattern already existed...

Uniform Tunic Resources

Jen Beeman

Today we'll be sharing some Uniform Tunic resources to go along with the launch of the Uniform Tunic in sizes 14 – 30. Uniform Sew-Along Since this pattern already existed...

Front and back views of Reed Skirt in mustard with button front and ruffled pockets, paired with blue floral blouse

Reed Skirt Modification: Ruffled Patch Pockets ...

lexi aprati

Patch pockets are the perfect opportunity to get creative and level up your garments. Today we'll be showing a tutorial for how to make the ruffled patch pockets featured on...

Reed Skirt Modification: Ruffled Patch Pockets ...

lexi aprati

Patch pockets are the perfect opportunity to get creative and level up your garments. Today we'll be showing a tutorial for how to make the ruffled patch pockets featured on...

Uniform Tunic sewing pattern in cream long-sleeve and teal skirt, sizes 14-30, with "Shop Now!" call-to-action circle

Introducing the Uniform Tunic in Sizes 14 – 30!

Jen Beeman

We are so excited to release the new Uniform Tunic Size 14 – 30 D-Cup pattern! This is our first existing pattern that we've re-drafted into our new size range...

Introducing the Uniform Tunic in Sizes 14 – 30!

Jen Beeman

We are so excited to release the new Uniform Tunic Size 14 – 30 D-Cup pattern! This is our first existing pattern that we've re-drafted into our new size range...

Reed Skirt in mustard wool with button-front closure, ruffled patch pockets, and vertical seam detail, on wooden hanger

Lexi's Reed Skirt With Fancy Pockets

lexi aprati

Here is the second (and my favorite) of the two Reed Skirts I've recently made. This skirt is sewn in a soft wool flannel which is a perfect partner for...

Lexi's Reed Skirt With Fancy Pockets

lexi aprati

Here is the second (and my favorite) of the two Reed Skirts I've recently made. This skirt is sewn in a soft wool flannel which is a perfect partner for...