Just finished a basic tank top. This is the first complete garment I’ve made in many years. It’s not perfect, but I’m pleased with it and with my effort.

Back in college I made most of my clothes then stopped doing it while raising a family and working full time. Since I’m only 5’ tall, I have to alter almost all my clothes and recently had a “duh” moment when I realized I’d be better off going back to sewing my clothes right from the beginning.

Tomorrow morning at 9:30am EDT I'll be in my design studio setting up for our first day of Creative Explorations. Every Saturday while you wait for our live call I'll be experimenting, discovering, and sharing from my studio. Next Saturday — our very first Creative Exploration. I'm taking a look at a material that has been sitting on my shelf for a year. It's called Fosshape — and it does something extraordinary. Apply heat and it transforms into a rigid, perfectly shaped structure. No water. No wire. No messy adhesives. Just heat and imagination. Hats, masks, bodices, headpieces — anything you want to hold a shape permanently and beautifully. 🎩✨ Doors are officially opening. Stay tuned. Margie 🧵 Artists are not know for the left two, but artist, Marte LaConte crafted the elaborate crown and staff on the right.