Slow Stitches

March 5, 2020 ~ Steph & Alison

I learned about Sashiko in Katrina Rodabaugh’s book Mending Matters: Stitch, Patch, and Repair Your Favorite Denim & More where she teaches the art of visible mending and explains how mending leads to a more mindful relationship with fashion. I was captivated by the beautiful patches on her jeans using only denim and white thread. … Continue reading Slow Stitches

Thrift Quality

February 27, 2020February 27, 2020 ~ Steph & Alison

Thrifting has become a big business and is continuing to grow. Something that didn’t become widespread until after the Second World War, thrift stores now a common place in almost every community. Just recently selling personal belongings online has become a main source of income for many, using e-commerce websites and social media sites as … Continue reading Thrift Quality