patterns

Inchworm Pattern

I discovered an inchworm in my living room last night, so imagine my delight to come across this adorable inchworm pattern this morning! The pattern is free for download until Thursday morning, and then available in the Wilsons shop after that! This inchworm is designed to really be able to inch along just like the […]

How-To: Make Your Own Sewing Pattern

We had lots of great response to Haley’s Tap Pants how-to, so you might also enjoy this excellent project from Katy at Sweet Verbena. She took a thrift-store T-shirt she liked the shape of, and without taking it apart, traced a complete sewing pattern. If you’ve ever felt intimidated by pattern-making, give this one a […]

CRAFT Pattern: That Girl! Tank

By Nikol Lohr With an empire waist, relaxed styling and seed-stitch details to match the summer jacket of the same name, this quick-knitting linen/cotton blend tank is an excellent warm-weather project. Wide straps for bra coverage, extra increases, and short row shaping for bigger bustlines make it as fitting a tank for busty women as […]

Granny Stripe Blanket

I love this modern take on the granny square with The Purl Bee’s new pattern to make a granny stripe blanket. The photo above is a great detail shot showing the different color options but I love the idea of even making the stripes closer together and having a shade of lovely colors to add […]