Halfmoon Atelier · Sewing · simply by ti fabrics

Pattern Review: Summer Jumpsuit Tofo by Halfmoon Atelier

Hello!  I am excited to share today about the summer jumpsuit Tofo pattern released by Halfmoon Atelier. Line drawing: The recommended fabrics are mid­ to lightweight wovens such as Tencel twill, broadcloth, chambray, linen, seersucker, shirting, etc. My version: Belted, Including the optional straps (worn crisscrossed), Belt loops included Notions: Pattern Review Pattern Description: Jumpsuit TOFO… Continue reading Pattern Review: Summer Jumpsuit Tofo by Halfmoon Atelier

Knitting · Spinning

Why I spin wool into yarn…

(Although I'm hoping to share mostly my sewing adventures on this blog, I will also share knitting and spinning posts from time to time.)   As I share with people that I enjoy spinning wool/fibers into yarn, a frequent question that I get asked is, "Why?"  I always smile as I get asked this question… Continue reading Why I spin wool into yarn…

Pattern Hack · Pattern Review · Sewing · Uncategorized

Book Review: Sew U Home Stretch, The Built by Wendy Guide to Sewing with Knit Fabrics

I'm excited to share of a review of the book Sew U Home Stretch, the Built by Wendy Guide to Sewing Knit Fabrics by Wendy Mullin.  The premise of this book is to offer a guide to sewing with knit fabrics.  There are three basic patterns included in this book. Wendy then offers ways to… Continue reading Book Review: Sew U Home Stretch, The Built by Wendy Guide to Sewing with Knit Fabrics

Capsule Wardrobe · Sewing

Planning a Capsule Wardrobe. . .

I thought I'd take a little time for this post to share details behind my Capsule Wardrobe planning.  I will also share some helpful resources that I've found in this topic. If you're not familiar with the term Capsule Wardrobe, Wikipedia notes the following: Capsule Wardrobe - "The term has come to refer to a… Continue reading Planning a Capsule Wardrobe. . .