2026: A Year of Clarity
2026 Making Plans In this I am going to be focused on my making practice as it applies to clothing. I have plans for other little projects around the house, but for another time. Sewing This year I am focused on pants for sewing, and specifically pants with volume. The three patterns I am going to be focusing on are the Frey pants, the Coe trousers, and the Protea pants. Each has something different to offer in terms of silhouette or wear. The Frey pants are a barrel leg, elastic waist pants with a pleat. They are simple, with thoughtful details and excellent drafting. This year I want to figure out how I can transform them for different seasons with different fabrics, specifically wanting to make a wool version that layers easily with things like tights (I live in Canada). The Coe trousers are just fucking cool. I am not sure how else to put it. I want to do them in a tough bull canvas and a light wash blue denim. I want to wear them in and live in t...
