The Easiest Costume You’ll Ever Sew: Medusa

(There’s a lot here that is not sewing related, so if you came for the Medusa costume, CLICK HERE to jump to the tutorial) Growing up, my house was always full of books. My parents…

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It’s Costume Time, Part 2: Tips for Working with Satin

Satin is beautiful and shiny and drapey—which makes it a great option for a variety of costumes, from princesses to vampires. It is also a pain to work with, so get ready to tame this…

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A Muslin, a Costume, a Dress: The Megan

Oh, joy! For the first time in two years, Halloween is back in full swing. In 2020, I had a great time attending my favorite DJ’s virtual club. Last year, even though some clubs in…

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Halloween Costumes as Everyday Clothing

If you have been on the lookout for alt/goth patterns, you know there are not that any around. Given the number of indie pattern designers, there are very few who design for alt/goth folks. Yes,…

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