This was probably the most difficult and mysterious part of the pack construction for me. I didn't get it perfect, so hopefully you can learn a few lessons from me. Regardless if you are doing an internal, external, or frame stays, the purpose is to add rigidity to the pack. But why is rigidity helpful?... Continue Reading →
Trish Newbery #2118 Wide Headband
This is going to be an exceptionally short post for me. I only want to put this on my blog so I don't forget what pattern and size I use for my workout headbands. Every time I make workout clothes (here, here, and here), I inevitably end up with leftover fabric. I feel bad tossing it, so years ago... Continue Reading →
Storm Sweater by PetiteKnit: Men’s vs. Women’s
In my last blog post, I compared the men’s and women’s Mélange sweater patterns. I am doing the same here, since I found the differences between the two versions of the Storm sweater equally intriguing. I have included figures this time, so hopefully the comparison is even easier to understand, especially for those who do... Continue Reading →