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Overly Loved Jean Jacket

What to do when you have two jean jackets in your closet and you realize you never wear one of them? What if you also live in a one hundred year old house with painfully limited closet space?...

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Jen Hewett Espadrilles

As always, I fell in love with Jen Hewett’s latest fabric line, Unruly Nature, immediately. I knew that I was going to have to see them in espadrille form. Introducing Jen Hewett espadrilles!  As you...

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Clay Resist & Indigo Dyed Espadrilles

I couldn’t resist (get it!?) a re-release of this fabulously fun espadrilles kit! You might remember it from last year but here it is again…The Clay Resist & Indigo Dyed Espadrilles Kit! I worked...

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Shards of Glass Espadrilles Kit

June is here and I’m happy to present the latest Artist Series….the Shards of Glass Espadrilles Kit. Are you ready to create for some serious beauty for your feet? I am so excited for a very special...

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Cool Beans Espadrille Kits

I just added some fabulous Cool Beans Espadrille Kits to the shop. The fabric is from Ruby Star Society, designed by Kimberly Kight for her Tomato Tomata collection.  While it isn’t my usual sweet...

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The very fabulous and somber Slumber Cat

Sometimes I am happily driving in my lane making shoes and clothes and suddenly, I take a hard right and drive deep into totally new and absorbing territory. What might motivate this departure from the...

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Punch Needle Espadrille Slipper Kits

The question I get asked the most is, “When will you be re-stocking Punch Needle Espadrille Slipper kits?” So, it makes me immensely happy to report that they are back and as beautiful as ever!  This...

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Cozy Toes–Up-Cycled Sweater Slippers Are Back

I’m so excited to have a re-stock of up-cycled sweater slippers back in stock for you. I debuted this project last year but quickly ran out of sweater material. And, for good reason, this is such an...

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Himmeli

Have you ever come across himmeli? I am so intrigued by the art of himmeli. If you haven’t heard of it, it’s is a Finnish art form consisting of elaborate symmetrical straw mobiles. Historically,...

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Upcycled Toaster Sweaters

A recent thrift store excursion with my best thrifting companion, my 13 year old, turned into a fabulous, adventurous sewing challenge when I came across two oversized sweatshirts in stunning colors. I...

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Strappy Espadrilles!

I’m thrilled to introduce a new (FREE) pattern for summer…the strappy espadrilles! Get your free copy when you add your name and email to the pop-up form! (Please note, you will need to verify your...

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Create in the Caribbean-Join me in Saba

If you follow me on Instagram or read my newsletters, you may have seen me casually dropping a little something about a Caribbean trip. Well, It’s time to stop playing it cool and put my enthusiasm on...

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The Artist Series : Lotta Espadrilles

Well hello there! I’ve got such an exciting addition to the Artist Series today, I’m nearly jumping out of my seat. New in the shop are Lotta Espadrilles! You can grab them now!   Yes indeed! The...

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