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Camp Workroom Social JOIN US announcement with green tent and fire pit surrounded by tree stumps in wooded setting

I'm Teaching at Camp Workroom Social!

Jen Beeman

Have you guys heard about Camp Workroom Social yet? It's a 4 day sewing camp in the Catskills devised by Jennifer of Workroom Social and I'm so unbelievably excited about...

I'm Teaching at Camp Workroom Social!

Jen Beeman

Have you guys heard about Camp Workroom Social yet? It's a 4 day sewing camp in the Catskills devised by Jennifer of Workroom Social and I'm so unbelievably excited about...

Hemlock Tee in black and white striped silk with color-blocked stripe placement, worn with black jeans against brick wall

Hemlock Tee in Woven Stripes

Jen Beeman

Occasionally I get questions about making the Hemlock Tee in woven fabrics so I thought my latest blog collaboration with Britex Fabrics would be a perfect time to showcase that...

Hemlock Tee in Woven Stripes

Jen Beeman

Occasionally I get questions about making the Hemlock Tee in woven fabrics so I thought my latest blog collaboration with Britex Fabrics would be a perfect time to showcase that...

Hand holding I Voted Today sticker from DuPage County Election Commission above fall leaves and black boots on grass

Don't Forget to Vote Today!

Jen Beeman

If you're in the United States don't forget that today's the day to vote in the Midterm Elections! I know it's unrelated to sewing, but I really believe it's one...

Don't Forget to Vote Today!

Jen Beeman

If you're in the United States don't forget that today's the day to vote in the Midterm Elections! I know it's unrelated to sewing, but I really believe it's one...

Three folded ribbed knit fabrics in cream, navy, and gray with where to find ribbing text overlay

Where to Find Ribbing Worldwide

Jen Beeman

I've gotten a lot of questions about where to buy ribbing since publishing the Linden pattern. I have a few places that I've been able to find ribbing but I...

Where to Find Ribbing Worldwide

Jen Beeman

I've gotten a lot of questions about where to buy ribbing since publishing the Linden pattern. I have a few places that I've been able to find ribbing but I...

Grainline Studio Sewn Up Pinterest board showing community makes including Alder, Archer, Hemlock, and Maritime Shorts

Sew & Tell Blog Segment Ideas

Jen Beeman

It's been a while since I've done a Sew & Tell post and I'm trying to decide if I should bring it back to the blog. I was previously pulling...

Sew & Tell Blog Segment Ideas

Jen Beeman

It's been a while since I've done a Sew & Tell post and I'm trying to decide if I should bring it back to the blog. I was previously pulling...

Grainline Studio Linden Sweatshirt pattern envelope showing two views with pattern pieces, hand with dark nail polish visible

The Printed Linden Pattern is Here

Jen Beeman

I'm super happy that the printed version of the Linden Sweatshirt is now in stock and shipping! I have quite a few pre-orders to fill so if you order in...

The Printed Linden Pattern is Here

Jen Beeman

I'm super happy that the printed version of the Linden Sweatshirt is now in stock and shipping! I have quite a few pre-orders to fill so if you order in...

Collage of knitting progress showing cabled sweater pieces, yarn, wooden needles, coffee cup, and finished fabric details

Stonecutter Progress

Jen Beeman

I don't know if many of you guys knit, but I've been working on this sweater, Stonecutter, for something like a year, which in sewing terms is a SUPER long...

Stonecutter Progress

Jen Beeman

I don't know if many of you guys knit, but I've been working on this sweater, Stonecutter, for something like a year, which in sewing terms is a SUPER long...

Person wearing navy and white striped Linden Sweatshirt with black pants against brick wall covered in red and orange fall ivy

Mariner Stripe Linden Sweater

Jen Beeman

Pattern: Linden SweatshirtFabric: Body / RibbingSize: 2 at bust graded to 6 at hipsModifications: Finished neckband is 1" and hem ribbing is split at side seams with longer ribbing in...

Mariner Stripe Linden Sweater

Jen Beeman

Pattern: Linden SweatshirtFabric: Body / RibbingSize: 2 at bust graded to 6 at hipsModifications: Finished neckband is 1" and hem ribbing is split at side seams with longer ribbing in...

Stack of folded fabrics in geometric print, navy stripe, gray eyelet, white linen, and navy velvet with feet in black shoes

Where do you buy knits and ribbing?

Jen Beeman

I'm working on a post for Monday of places I've found that sell ribbing, knits, and other fabrics you might want to use for a sweatshirt. I'd like to compile...

Where do you buy knits and ribbing?

Jen Beeman

I'm working on a post for Monday of places I've found that sell ribbing, knits, and other fabrics you might want to use for a sweatshirt. I'd like to compile...

Linden Sweatshirt RTW inspiration showing mauve crew neck and floral print sweatshirt with leather pants, labeled Basics

Linden Sweatshirt Inspiration

Jen Beeman

one | two | three | four Today I have a little bit of Linden Sweatshirt inspiration for you guys. The great thing about this pattern (and I like to...

Linden Sweatshirt Inspiration

Jen Beeman

one | two | three | four Today I have a little bit of Linden Sweatshirt inspiration for you guys. The great thing about this pattern (and I like to...

Linden Sweatshirt View B in burgundy French terry with cropped length, worn with black pants against brick wall

Linden Sweatshirt View B

Jen Beeman

Pattern: Linden Sweatshirt View BSelf Fabric: French TerryRibbing: None usedSize: Straight 6 because it needed to be photographed on my dress form. Typically I would use a 2 or 4...

Linden Sweatshirt View B

Jen Beeman

Pattern: Linden Sweatshirt View BSelf Fabric: French TerryRibbing: None usedSize: Straight 6 because it needed to be photographed on my dress form. Typically I would use a 2 or 4...

Linden Sweatshirt View A in navy French terry with ribbed neckline and cuffs, worn with black pants against red brick wall

Linden Sweatshirt View A

Jen Beeman

Today I'm sharing more photos of my View A Linden Sweatshirt and a bit more info about the pattern. Lets start with the pattern and fabric basics. Pattern: Linden Sweatshirt...

Linden Sweatshirt View A

Jen Beeman

Today I'm sharing more photos of my View A Linden Sweatshirt and a bit more info about the pattern. Lets start with the pattern and fabric basics. Pattern: Linden Sweatshirt...

Linden Sweatshirt in cream with raglan sleeves and ribbed neckline, styled with plaid fringed scarf against blue siding

New Pattern: The Linden Sweatshirt

Jen Beeman

I'm so excited to release the newest Grainline Studio pattern, the Linden Sweatshirt today! I now own quite a few of these and love them all, so far they've been...

New Pattern: The Linden Sweatshirt

Jen Beeman

I'm so excited to release the newest Grainline Studio pattern, the Linden Sweatshirt today! I now own quite a few of these and love them all, so far they've been...