Author: Kausalya

I spent the months before grad school between my sewing machine, the beach, and the public library. At my most productive I was making two garments a week! Obviously not all were successes but all that time means my summer wardrobe is largely handmade and my winter one lacking seriously. At the end of the … Continue reading It’s always summer here…

When I get asked to "make me something!" I almost always say no. Unless it's a fun creative challenge or for a very dear friend. This happened to be both! If you can't tell from these photos, Menaka is over 6 feet tall, which makes finding a properly fitting RTW jumpsuit practically impossible. I have been … Continue reading Ailakki jumpsuit for Menaka

It is definitely a happy accident that I used two fabrics for this pattern. I am determined to sew up as many projects as possible without buying fabric (patterns are okay if they are versatile and I have a fabric in mind). There are so many beautiful versions of this Rachel Comey design and I … Continue reading Vogue 1507: Aurora

I'm so proud that I can answer the question "Who made my clothes?" with "I DID!!" Having total control over my wardrobe is a dream come true, and the effort I put into every seam has changed the way I think about clothes. My sewing journey started as a way to grow my wardrobe with … Continue reading The most boring skirt in the world

It is still winter in New England (in April!), but this bright red dress and singular sunny day has given me hope! I cut the pieces for this dress back in January, when a month of knitting and embroidery away from my sewing machine had left me with a greater appreciation for slow sewing. Not … Continue reading Two in one: Ogden Cami and Vogue 1537