Cryptic Creatures: Senior Collection

Photographer: Ed Lehmann  Models (L-R): Claren Moyers, Carly Morris, Abby Richards 

Hello everyone! Today's post will outline my senior collection that I completed this past spring semester. My collection was presented as part of the UT Dimensions Fashion Show, which aired live on ESPN's Longhorn Network. Click below to see all the details! 

How to Make Faux Fur Slides

Hello everyone! Today's post will show you how to utilize left over faux fur fabric scraps to create custom faux fur slides. This post is a little different than usual, as it doesn't require strict sewing. Read below for all the details! 

Fruity Frock: Ruffle Gingham Dress

Hello everyone and welcome back!Today's post is about a ruffle gingham dress I made at the end of last summer. Read more below to see the process and more pictures! 

Throwback: Sailor Bomber Jacket (McCall's 6236)

Hello everyone! Today's post is about a sailor bomber jacket I made in Fall 2016. This project was one of my most successful makes and I wear it all the time. I used a vintage McCall's pattern (number 6236), purchased right before the major pattern companies released their bomber jacket patterns that season. Read more below to see how I did it!

Heart Hoodie: McCall's 7634 and a Trim Tutorial

Hello and Happy Valentine's Day! Today's post is going to be about a grey hoodie dress made using McCall's 7634. There's also a quick tutorial below explaining how I made the heart trim. This is the second time I've used this pattern, and I once again found it to be a quick and satisfying sew for a comfy end result. The heart trim is the perfect subtle touch for Valentine's Day!

Sailor Collar Sock Tutorial

Hi everyone! Today's post is about a sailor sock tutorial. First and foremost, I would like to say these socks were not my idea, and they're based on socks that I found online. I've attached a pattern for these socks below with the tutorial. This post is a bit longer than usual, but I hope you guys find it useful! 

DDR Arrow Comox Trunks and Spoonflower Review

Hello everyone! Today's post is about a pair of boxer briefs made using the Comox Trunks pattern by Thread Theory Designs. I made these as a gift for my boyfriend and found that they were an easy to sew pattern and a fun gift. I'll also discuss the custom fabric I got printed by Spoonflower. 

Pastel Faux Fur Bomber Jacket: McCall's 7257 Review

Hello and Happy New Years! Today's post will be about the creation of a pastel faux fur bomber jacket using McCall's 7257. It was a worthwhile project to make, and although faux fur can be a little daunting, it wasn't too hard. 

Effervescent Ensembles: Draping Cowl Back Evening Dress

Better images coming! The dress isn't fitting the shoulders of this dress form very well. 

Today's post is about an evening wear project created for a draping course I took this past fall. I created a 50's inspired evening dress in a honeydew shade, with layered mint and aqua chiffon on the skirt. The rest of this post outlines the process in creating this piece. 

This look is inspired by 50's pastels and interiors. I've always liked the period and its silhouette, and I've wanted to create a dress with a cowl and a full skirt for a long time. This project presented was the perfect opportunity to do so. 

The Kitty Sitters Club

Today's post is about my first major project for a draping course I took this past semester. 

At the beginning of the semester, we were tasked with one thing: to design and create an activewear look using only recycled garments. As the world and fashion industry move towards more sustainable practices, it's important to be able to incorporate these techniques into our construction. 

All of the fabric used in our look needed to come from donated clothing collected by another course within our program. There were over 1500 items donated, and we were split into groups to search for items we intended to use. With the idea of a jacket in mind, I picked up a number of knits and grey heather T-shirts. The following are the items I ended up using. 

Pervasive Pullover: McCall's 7634 Hoodie Review

Hi everyone! Today's post is about McCall's 7634, a hoodie and pants pattern, pretty clearly inspired by the this Fenty Puma hoodie that has become increasingly popular and ubiquitous online. This pattern was extremely quick and easy to sew, and it was definitely one of the most satisfying projects I've made in a long time. I actually finished this project in late August, but only recently have been able to wear it due to the never ending heat here in Texas.