It's been quite awhile since I've released a bag pattern, but I'm back with the Spring Roll Pouch! Just like my favorite food, the Spring Roll Pouch wraps up so much goodness in one little package. This multi-purpose accessory bag has a great rectangular shape and an angled zipper at the side, making the pouch open … Continue reading Spring Roll Pouch Launch
Love You Sew patterns could not happen without the support of my AMAZING testing team. You can count the number of my published patterns on two hands now, but I still feel SO new to the game. With every pattern, I've been learning more about design and the testing process. I have them to thank … Continue reading Erin Backpack Tester Round-Up
Today is my day on the Gemology Blog Tour supporting my friend, Andrea Tsang Jackson and her new quilting book, Patchwork Lab - Gemology. I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Andrea earlier this year at QuiltCon - Nashville after following her on Instagram with her amazing quilt art for so long. We met over … Continue reading Gemology Blog Tour with the Colleen Tote
Hacking patterns is just so much fun when you can add more personal details to a project. Today, I'm sharing what I did for the backpack I made for real-life Abbey (the bag's namesake.) This post includes a cover for the front zipper, button stud and leather accents, and where I've added rivets. The Abbey Convertible … Continue reading Abbey Convertible Backpack Hacks with Welt Zipper Cover + Button Stud Closure
When I sew my own clothes, I like to know they will last for awhile. So when the jumpsuit and romper trend came out, I was very hesitant to make one. I wasn't sure the one-piece look would be right on me. Oh, and there IS that issue of completely undressing when using the restroom! … Continue reading Holly Jumpsuit Review
