Which came first, the milliner or the polonaise? Technically, the polonaise. I was supposed to be part of a Burnley & Trowbridge master class way back in … March 2020. Not that year, Satan. Fortunately, it did happen, in August 2022!. I was so glad to be part of the pilot master class for this …
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Three Simple Tricks to Change Your (Sewing) Life…
Yesterday was #difference day in Pinsent Tailoring’s #modernlessmarch challenge, and while I’m not participating, finishing up a cap order yesterday got me thinking about what makes a difference in what I make. I fished out the very first cap ever made, and here’s what’s made a difference: 1. Practice. Make more things. Make practice pieces. …
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Bonnet Remodel
I had a bonnet I made in 2014 (I think) that had been languishing in a box for years. I liked it-- the soft tip was unusual, and the vintage ribbon and pink paper roses from the V&A went well with the dull grey-- but I didn’t wear it. Sunday morning, I woke up resolved …
Tuning Frocks
You’ve washed, mended, ironed, darned, and sorted. Now what? Now, my friend, the hard truths: the assessments and upgrades. The hard stuff. Winter is a good time to frankly assess what you have, what you need, and what you already have needs. Could that sleeve be re-set? Stroke gathers re-done on an apron waistband? When …
Kirsten Hammerstrom 
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