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Monday Outfit: Suburbia Soup Harem Pants

July 1, 2013

Good morning, friends! As you read this, I am probably wilting in the Michigan humidity, but am fully enjoying my vacation nonetheless! Weren't the guest blog posts wonderful last week? I got very nostalgic about my own projects and I will try to share my fave handmades tomorrow, but it probably won't be until the afternoon - my preparation skills didn't extend to Tuesday... But today is Monday, which means it's time for a new outfit or two. Awhile back, I downloaded Venus' super fun ... Read more

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Guest Post: Robin of Nested in Stitches

June 28, 2013

It's Friday and I can't believe that it's the last guest post! They've been awesome, right? Last but clearly NOT least is Robin of Nested in Stitches. Robin holds a very very dear place in my heart. She's one of the first people who started commenting on my blog that wasn't my husband disguised as other people and soon we were emailing and I was beyond thrilled when she invited me to take part in the first ever clothing swap. It was a huge success and was such a challenge in the best possible ... Read more

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Guest Post: Kristin of Skirt As Top

June 27, 2013

I have a sneaking suspicion that Kristin of Skirt As Top is superhuman from a far flung and little-known planet where overachievers are secretly bred with sewing powers. At the very least she had to have been class president or something similar. Kristin exudes charisma and has an acumen for coming up with brilliant collaborations. She is a driving force behind Film Petit (Napoleon Dynamite is the most recent feature. Hilarious!) and Vintage May, two of the coolest sewing series around. On top ... Read more

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Guest Post: Gail of probably actually

June 26, 2013

Sweet, sweet Gail. I remember discovering her blog probablyactually many months ago and I could.NOT.tear.myself.away. Her gorgeous projects (she sews clothes and holders of things! she embroiders! she makes felt food and furniture!), her lovely photography, and her engaging narratives that leave you wanting more - I was instantly smitten. I've only marveled at her sewing creations from afar, but I imagine that if I were to actually see them in person, they would be perfectly stitched with nary a ... Read more

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Guest Post: Cherie of you & mie

June 25, 2013

Day two of the fave series is yet another sewing super star. Cherie of you & mie is the sort of person who instantly makes you feel comfortable. Which might sound funny because I haven't actually met her in person yet, but I have a strong sense she's the kind of friend who will always have your back. My fabric dealer Keli of Drygoods (yes, I'm addicted) has met Cherie and raved about her sweetness and happy spirit. Her blog is full of amazing creations and the BEST tutorials, but more than ... Read more

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Happy Thanksgiving to you and all your loved ones! Happy Thanksgiving to you and all your loved ones! I’m spending time with family in the Midwest and there is much to be grateful for, not the least of which is the slower pace this week. Sending big hugs to you! 🧡🧡🧡🧡 Incidentally, this ikebana floral arrangement is one of the illustrations that didn’t make it into my book SHIBUI — I painted a lot of extra illos!

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