How I Upcycled Corduroy Pants with Sashiko Gussets: Step-by-Step Guide
Upcycling is one of the most satisfying ways to give old clothes new life. A great way to do this that gives a beautiful look is by using sashiko. I found a pair of brown corduroy pants at my local op shop. I loved the quality but not the fit. Rather than pop them back on the rack, I bought them with intentions to upcycle into something unique by adding my own personality…
6 Essential Hand Sewing Stitches Every Mender and Maker Should Know
Mending can feel overwhelming when you don’t know where to start. What stitch should you use? Will it hold? Does it have to look perfect?
This is the first post in a new series I’m putting together to help build your mending skills step-by-step…
How to Stitch Sashiko Coasters: A Beginner-Friendly Guide
Looking for a small, satisfying hand-stitching project you can actually finish? This sashiko coaster tutorial is a great place to start — approachable enough for beginners but still enjoyable if you’ve stitched before. Here’s how I tackled mine, plus some tips to help you along the way…
Learning Visible Mending Without Stress Using Tea Towels
Want to learn visible mending without worrying about ruining your clothes? I started with tea towels, and it was the perfect low-stakes way to practice
Op Shopping to Mend
Rarely do I buy new clothes, but when I do, I prefer op shopping! I particularly love finding things that need a new lease on life, you know the type, something that needs a little TLC. The bonus of these finds is that I can get to mending and adding my own personal touch to once already loved items.
Sashiko for Well Loved Old Jeans
Just like most people, I have a pair of jeans that I love and wear all the time. For that reason, they are becoming worn in places and the fabric is getting thin. Sashiko mending first came to mind…