Some botanicals

A summer solstice meditation on plants.

Cute new climbing look!

I made another matching set, this time for climbing. Read about my activewear sewing projects!

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Flower Time!

A celebration of what’s been blooming in the Victoria region with lots of flower closeups and detail obsession.

What to expect from the Gauge Summer Club

Joined our 2023 yarn and pattern club? Thank you! Here’s what you can expect from me and Gauge Dye Works this summer.

Take a walk with me

Dogwood flowers, maple keys, and California quail — come see what I noticed while out walking!

Faux jumpsuit or PJ's?

Is this outfit cute for summer or just for lounging? Have a look at my latest me-made look!

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All Kinds of Swallows!

How many kinds of swallows do you know? Click to test yourself or to learn something new!

Mixing prints? Yes, please!

How do you feel about mixing prints? I tried it in a new me-made outfit — tell me what you think!

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Gauge Summer Club signups close tomorrow!

Today’s your last chance to sign up for this summer’s Gauge yarn + pattern club!

Gauge Summer Club signups open now!

Sign up for this summer’s Gauge yarn + pattern club now! Here are all the details for our sea-inspired collaboration.

5 Gauge Club Favourites

It’s almost time for the 2023 Gauge Summer Yarn + Pattern Club! So in celebration, I’m looking back at five favourite designs we’ve made together in previous years. Have a look!

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Birds and Wildflowers

Closeup views of meadows, flowers, and birds for your nature enjoyment!

Gauge Summer Club Details

Here are some specifics about this summer’s Gauge yarn + pattern club, including our theme and how the club will work this year.

An Interview with me and Spincycle Yarns

The good folks at Spincycle Yarns interviewed me as part of our Under the Canopy collaboration. Read the interview here!

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Nature Gratitude Practice

All about my springtime companions, those beings that remind me to have gratitude and breathe.

Guess What Time it is!

Hey, it’s almost time for this summer’s Gauge yarn + pattern club! Find out more this Friday on Instagram Live!

It's Cherry Blossom Time!

Cherry blossom adoration post.

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New Pattern! Kids' Dissent is here!

Kids’ Dissent pullover is now available! Read on for a story of how I chose these colours and the fun those 9-year-old twins had during our photo shoot!

First Wildflower Celebration of the Year!

Some of the wildflowers and secret treasures we saw while photographing the Kids’ Dissent sweaters.

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🌟 S8 Reveal!

Knit Stars S8 Earlybird signups are happening now! Meet the stars and sign up!

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