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From Sweater to Fall Foliage on Display
Who doesn’t love a bit of fall color? If you’ve followed my blog posts for any length of time, you know that I love repurposing things in unexpected ways, and this sweater wreath is the perfect project for that mantra. Get started by gathering some fall-color-no-longer-worn sweaters from your closet, from friends, or visit thrift […]
Gabbing about Gussets
If you’ve made bags, totes or packs, you may have had to deal with a gusset or two. So, what’s a gusset? The word gusset doesn’t roll easily off the tongue and may not be something of common knowledge. But the purpose of this design detail is to add depth and more room to a […]
A Kantha Jacket
Some years ago, I wandered onto a website selling the beautiful clothing of designer Mieko Mintz. I was fascinated by her reversible patchwork jackets and vests. These colorful garments were crafted from fabric known as kantha. I wanted a kantha jacket—I was shocked by the prices, though. $1200 for a simple cotton jacket? As usual, I thought, […]
