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A Slow Winter Capsule Wardrobe and Outfit Ideas

Slow Fashion

A Slow Winter Capsule Wardrobe

This year’s winter capsule wardrobe is a collection of 29 pieces that can create an endless variety of casual, comfortable, and cozy outfits.

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I AM Jacques Pattern Review

Sewing

Pattern Review: Jacques Rain Coat by I AM Patterns

In this article I’m sharing my review of the I AM Jacques rain coat sewing pattern. There’s also a sewalong video to watch my process.

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Sewing

15 Free Sewing Patterns for Fall & Winter

In this article you’ll find 15 cute, cozy, and totally free sewing patterns for fall and winter.

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Slow Fashion

My Seasonal Wardrobe Edit for Fall 2022

My seasonal wardrobe edit for fall 2022 includes 29 me-made and sustainable pieces that can be combined into an endless supply of outfits.

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20 Free Sewing Patterns for Summer

Sewing

20 Free Sewing Patterns for Summer

In this article I’m sharing 20 sewing patterns that I think are perfect for summer. The best part is, they’re also completely free!

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Sewing

Ethel Pants by Style Arc – Sewing Pattern Review

In this post I’m sharing my review of the Ethel Pants sewing pattern from Style Arc, including adjustments I made to make the pattern perfect for me.

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spring capsule wardrobe

Slow Fashion

A Simple & Minimal Capsule Wardrobe for Spring

In this post I’m sharing a simple and minimal spring capsule wardrobe. It includes 29 me-made, secondhand, or sustainable pieces.

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Heroine Jeans

Sewing

Pattern Review: Heroine Jeans by Merchant & Mills

In this post and video I’m sharing my review of the Heroine Jeans pattern by Merchant & Mills.

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Wildwood Wrap Dress

Sewing

Pattern Review: Wildwood Wrap Dress by Sew House Seven

In this post I’m sharing a review of the Wildwood Wrap Dress pattern by Sew House Seven, as well as details on how I hacked it with long sleeves.

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Hi, I'm Emily! I'm passionate about sharing the benefits of living a simpler life. My motto is "Live with less and love life more." Here is where I write about slow fashion, sewing, capsule wardrobes, minimalism, clean beauty, and sustainability.
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