There I was, going through my mom’s storage closet when I spotted something familiar. My ’90s-era orca tote bag was hanging in between dry cleaner bags- it was something she’d bought for me while I was in college. It was still in remarkably good condition, so I decided to take it home and give it a 2026 refresh. Given the rebellious reputation of orcas all these decades later, it’d be the perfect resistance tote bag.Read more ›
How to Make a Fabric Patch
February 8, 2025 · By · Leave a Comment
It’s no secret that when it comes to accessorizing, I’m a big fan of patches. I’ve used vintage patches on a number of projects, most notably hats, shirts, and bags. But I’ve also made a fabric patch or two from a very likely culprit, which brings me to the reason for today’s blog post.
Fun Fall Refashion with a Varsity Sweater
August 29, 2024 · By · Leave a Comment
It’s true, my love of vintage patches is pretty well documented here on my website. I’ve talked about adding them to various accessories in the past, but today I’m revisiting another application. One that is specific to the back-to-school time of year: the Varsity Sweater.Read more ›
