The Grainline Blog

Handmade coral and white geometric print top paired with Moss Skirt in metallic gold coated linen, worn by smiling woman

The Moss Skirt Now in Print

Jen Beeman

In addition to the Morris Blazer dropping today we're also adding a both a printed version of The Moss Skirt as well as an updated PDF to the pattern library!...

The Moss Skirt Now in Print

Jen Beeman

In addition to the Morris Blazer dropping today we're also adding a both a printed version of The Moss Skirt as well as an updated PDF to the pattern library!...

Archer Button Up in red, white, and blue plaid flannel, back view showing yoke detail, worn outdoors against brick wall

Kendra's Plaid Flannel Archer

Jen Beeman

So, spring is taking a little longer than I’d like to get here or should I say get here and STAY here. Although we have had some wonderful sunny, 60-70...

Kendra's Plaid Flannel Archer

Jen Beeman

So, spring is taking a little longer than I’d like to get here or should I say get here and STAY here. Although we have had some wonderful sunny, 60-70...

Woman in light blue Emery dress with gathered waist and bow belt, alongside Christine Haynes Patterns Emery pattern envelope

New Spots Open at Camp Workroom Social

Jen Beeman

I've got a little Camp Workroom Social update for you, last week Jennifer emailed to let me know that she was adding 2 spots to my Patternmaking class at Camp....

New Spots Open at Camp Workroom Social

Jen Beeman

I've got a little Camp Workroom Social update for you, last week Jennifer emailed to let me know that she was adding 2 spots to my Patternmaking class at Camp....

Grainline Studio Instagram grid of handmade projects including striped tees, bras, knit socks, and a colorful patchwork quilt

Blog Goals: Posting Finished Projects

Jen Beeman

A Selection of Unblogged Things I've Made Pulled From my Instagram Account I had a realization the other day, I've only done 3 finished project posts this year, and they've...

Blog Goals: Posting Finished Projects

Jen Beeman

A Selection of Unblogged Things I've Made Pulled From my Instagram Account I had a realization the other day, I've only done 3 finished project posts this year, and they've...

Hand holding a stack of folded knit fabrics in navy marl, brown stripe, and camo print on white background

Life Lately v.03

Jen Beeman

Things have been moving at quite a clip behind the scenes lately which has left me with less than ample time for coming up with blog posts. I feel like...

Life Lately v.03

Jen Beeman

Things have been moving at quite a clip behind the scenes lately which has left me with less than ample time for coming up with blog posts. I feel like...

White text labels reading Bonjour, Voila, Oui, Blah, and Hello on weathered wood showing Linden Sweatshirt appliqué options

Appliqué Linden Tutorial

Jen Beeman

Today I have another Linden Sweatshirt tutorial for you, I'll be demonstrating how to appliqué your Linden with a fun phrase or word. I've been seeing sweatshirts pop up for...

Appliqué Linden Tutorial

Jen Beeman

Today I have another Linden Sweatshirt tutorial for you, I'll be demonstrating how to appliqué your Linden with a fun phrase or word. I've been seeing sweatshirts pop up for...

Grainline Studio workspace with large cutting table, pattern pieces, sewing machines, plants, and large industrial windows

New Studio Workspace Tour

Jen Beeman

If you're following along on Instagram (@grainlinestudio) you may be aware that on May 1st Grainline Studio moved from our third floor workspace to on the first floor of our...

New Studio Workspace Tour

Jen Beeman

If you're following along on Instagram (@grainlinestudio) you may be aware that on May 1st Grainline Studio moved from our third floor workspace to on the first floor of our...

Stack of folded fabrics in navy and pink buffalo plaid, green camo, and red and cream plaid against white brick wall

Best Laid Plans, Foiled

Jen Beeman

I didn't get a lot of non-pattern development sewing done this winter, it's not that I didn't have ideas, plans, or fabric, just a lack of time. I went through...

Best Laid Plans, Foiled

Jen Beeman

I didn't get a lot of non-pattern development sewing done this winter, it's not that I didn't have ideas, plans, or fabric, just a lack of time. I went through...

Split Hem Linden sewing tutorial graphic, person in navy striped sweatshirt against a brick wall covered in fall ivy

Split Hem Linden Tutorial

Jen Beeman

A few months back I posted this split hem mariner stripe Linden and just realized that I never shared the tutorial on how I split the hem. This is a...

Split Hem Linden Tutorial

Jen Beeman

A few months back I posted this split hem mariner stripe Linden and just realized that I never shared the tutorial on how I split the hem. This is a...

Fabric for Fashion: The Swatch Book second edition by Clive Hallett and Amanda Johnston, pink cover on wooden surface

Fabric for Fashion: The Complete Guide & The Sw...

Jen Beeman

It's been a long time since I've done a book review but I wanted to fill you guys in on these two books, Fabric for Fashion: The Complete Guide and...

Fabric for Fashion: The Complete Guide & The Sw...

Jen Beeman

It's been a long time since I've done a book review but I wanted to fill you guys in on these two books, Fabric for Fashion: The Complete Guide and...

Person in rust sleeveless top working at sewing table with serger in bright studio workspace with floor length mirror

We've hired...meet Kendra!

Jen Beeman

If you've been paying close attention on Instagram you may have noticed Kendra popping up in my posts here and there. She came on to help me with a few...

We've hired...meet Kendra!

Jen Beeman

If you've been paying close attention on Instagram you may have noticed Kendra popping up in my posts here and there. She came on to help me with a few...

Cascade Duffle Coat in cream gray geometric Pendleton wool with gold accents, flat lay showing outer shell and white lining

Cascade Sew-Along: Lining your Coat

Jen Beeman

Today is the final post in the Cascade Sew-Along, save for some variations I have planned that will pop up in the next few weeks, and we're going to be...

Cascade Sew-Along: Lining your Coat

Jen Beeman

Today is the final post in the Cascade Sew-Along, save for some variations I have planned that will pop up in the next few weeks, and we're going to be...

Grainline Studio patterns including Archer, Linden, Cascade, and Portside with delayed shipping notice through March 16th

Shipping Notification for March 9-16th

Jen Beeman

I just wanted to let you all know that any orders placed between March 9-13 will be subject to intermittent shipping and may not go out until March 16th. If...

Shipping Notification for March 9-16th

Jen Beeman

I just wanted to let you all know that any orders placed between March 9-13 will be subject to intermittent shipping and may not go out until March 16th. If...