Get to Know Stitch :: Eva

Over the next several weeks, we’d like to introduce you to the many friendly faces you see at Stitch Sew Shop. Each and every one of us shares a love of sewing, and we each have our own story and approach to what we do. We hope you enjoy these little peeks into the personality of each… Read more

Stitch Samples :: Plateau Joggers Skirt Hack

For our current window display, we decided to embrace the coziness of the cooler months with comfy knit outfits.  And even though we are easing into spring now, it still feels nice to wrap yourself up in soft sweaters and cozy fleece.  And what could be better for this transitional weather than a knit skirt?… Read more

Stitch Samples :: Orchidee Dress from Deer & Doe

The newest member of the Stitch Shop Gang, Ellen, is making her Stitch Samples debut with a beautiful Orchidée Dress from Deer and Doe Patterns in one of our lovely Italian viscose prints.  She made the blouse version first, and has some great tips for simplifying the front button closure.  Read all about all of the lovely… Read more

Stitch Sample :: Multi-Sleeve Midi Dress from The Assembly Line

Shop Girl Melanie is on the blog today, sharing her most recent Stitch Sample: the Multi-Sleeve Midi Dress from The Assembly Line, made up in a beautiful Italian cotton.  Read all about the adjustments she made for a great fit (over the course of FOUR muslins!), and a few other changes she made to suit… Read more

Stitch Samples :: Puff Shirt from The Assembly Line

Today, Valerie is sharing her most recent shop sample: the Puff Shirt from The Assembly Line.  Check out the way she cut her pieces to play with the plaid fabric she chose, and the tips she has for making those great elastic cuffs!  Valerie has also been sharing her process (including the muslin-making) over on our… Read more

Stitch Tee Pattern Hacks

Today on the blog, Mary is sharing some of the t-shirts she recently made for her daughter using our Stitch Tee!  She has hacked this pattern for different sleeve and neckline styles to get three completely different looks..  Plus, she has great tips for creating these same hacks yourself – perfect for when you already have a… Read more

STITCH SOCIAL :: KATHERINE

We’ve had the pleasure of chatting about fabric with Katherine since Stitch first opened, and we just adore the fresh and stylish garments she makes. Read all about how she got started sewing, what motivates her to keep going, and her yearly tradition of making coordinated outfits for her family photos!  Katherine also shares all about her… Read more

STITCH SAMPLES :: JASIKA BLAZER :: PART V

We are back with the final installment of the Jasika Blazer series!  Valerie is sharing all about her final steps finishing up her glorious purple blazer, including adjusting the size of her welt pockets and sewing a beautiful notched collar.  Read all about her final touches and check out her lovely detailed photos! Pattern: Jasika Blazer from Closet Core Patterns… Read more

STITCH SAMPLES :: JASIKA BLAZER :: PART IV

We are coming to the conclusion of the Jasika Blazer series, and today Mary is sharing her final steps and her finished jacket!  As always, she has excellent advice for stitching and pressing to give you beautiful finishes.  Read all about it, and how she had one final “make it work” moment after the blazer was done! We left… Read more