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shopping for sewing patterns in new york city is a lot like looking for a needle in a haystack. so you can imagine how happy I was to discover that daytona trimming at 251 w. 39th st. sells simplicity, butterick and vogue in the heart of the fashion district between 7th/8th ave. (turns out they’ve had them for a while, … continue reading »
yesterday I finally started sewing the summer jacket I’ve been talking about for months. I used some shirting fabric that I’ve had kicking around the studio for at least a year, but I think it would look equally as nice in a drape-y crepe de chine or in a lightweight tweed for the fall. in about … continue reading »
after almost 4 months of being completely sold out, sew everything workshop is finally available in the make studio, online and in bookstores. thanks everybody for being so patient!
I am very proud to announce my new sewing pattern for mccalls, make by diana rupp m6560 is now available online and in stores. it’s a dress, maxi or top; all three patterns are included in one neat little package. let me know if you have any interest in learning how to make this project. I think … continue reading »

a lively how to and why to sew tutorial that marries attitude and instruction while teaching everything you need to know to sew. includes 10 paper patterns and 25 original designs.

the beginner’s guide to transforming any plain piece of fabric or fabric surface into a work of art with embroidery, needlepoint, cross-stitch and more. comes with 50 step-by-step projects, iron-on heat transfers and practice stitch card!