March 2022 – The Maker Studio

Pattern Review: Adrienne Blouse

Hi all! Paige from @stitchedslowly here. You’ll see sewing, knitting and dyeing in heavy rotation on my feed, with lots of San Diego sunshine. I’m so excited to share about a pattern that I can already tell will be made in many different iterations-the Adrienne Blouse by Friday Pattern Company! Twice a year I like […]

Getting My Sewjo Back: Post Surgery

I started sewing at the start of the pandemic lockdowns, first making masks for hospitals, family and friends and then graduating to my first me-made garment just in time for Me-Made May 2020. Then, this past November I got sick. I already have a chronic illness that dictates how much time I can sit upright […]

Zadie Jumpsuit Pattern Review

Hello! I’m Alissah from @alissahthreads. Lover of all makes that are frilly, poofy and ruffles galore. I know what you’re thinking, the zadie jumpsuit has none of those things. And you’re absolutely right which is why this review makes it all the more special! I used this gorgeous “Lillies on black” cotton which is the […]

What’s the dill with twill?

Hey, maker friends! I’m Mandy, with HandmadeMandy— and I’m bringing the blog along with me, today, on a rousing adventure. Ever wondered, “what’s the dill with twill?” (If you have, rest assured, you’re not the only one to find yourself in this particular pickle!). If you want to understand how to really use this fabric […]

Ogden Cami Hack: Adding a waist tie

Hi everyone! Alexis from @myysweetsunshine on The Maker Studio today and excited to share a new project with you all. The Ogden by True Bias is a tried and true pattern is never going out of style! I have seen several versions of the Ogden by many amazing makers. Well today, I am going to […]

DIY Shirred Bodice Dress Hack

I have been wanting to create a fully shirred bodice for a dress for a while, and when I saw the beautiful Maker Studio Tori Crepe fabric, I knew it would be the perfect time to try it out. To do this hack, I fully shirred two pieces of fabric prior to cutting out my […]

Paper Theory: OLYA Shirt Review

The OLYA Shirt has been on my sew list for quite some time. I was inspired by the versions made by @the.social.fabric and @melt.stitches. It’s also no secret that I love a good basic pattern, and the OLYA shirt was the perfect addition to my wardrobe. The relaxed fit of the OLYA shirt and its […]