Hi friends, I am FINALLY sharing my Yanta Overalls from Helens Closet, as I have been promising for a long time on Instagram. I love how these turned out, but it wasn't without a few alterations. However, they ended up super cute and comfy, so no complaints here! This post has been a long time coming… Continue reading Helen’s Closet Yanta Overalls
Author: Megan
I’m a a hydrologist by day, but spend an embarrassing amount of my free time in the sewing room trying to create the perfect (or at least good enough) me-made wardrobe. I grew up inspired by the sewing of my foremothers, but didn’t start sewing in earnest until 2012, shortly after I moved to New Mexico. When I’m not sewing, I can be found endlessly redecorating my mid-century home, skiing or rafting depending on the season, and seeking out the best hot springs in the southwestern US. You can find me online at www.thegreenviolet.com or @thegreenviolet on Instagram.
In the Folds for Peppermint Magazine Everyday Dress
Hi, Friends! My first blog post as a contributor to the Minerva.com blog is live. I know many of you have been wanting details on this pattern, so click over for all the info. I was super thrilled with both this free pattern, the Everyday Dress from In the Folds for Peppermint Magazine, and this… Continue reading In the Folds for Peppermint Magazine Everyday Dress
SBCC Pisco Dress Tester Version
Hi, friends! I'm here today to share my tester version of the new Pisco Dress (and tank) from SBCC patterns. After struggling with fit for many years, testing the Harvey Shirt a couple of months ago was a major breakthrough for me: I learned that I am, in fact, petite from the bust to the… Continue reading SBCC Pisco Dress Tester Version
Learn to Sew with Knits Class in Albuquerque
Hi Friends! After the fun we had in my York Pinafore class, I had several requests for a basic T-shirt class aimed at teaching newer sewists how to to work with knits. As you all know, sewing knits is my sewing comfort zone, so I couldn't be more excited that people want to learn how… Continue reading Learn to Sew with Knits Class in Albuquerque
Allie Olsen Kila Tank
Back during the big indie pattern inclusive sizing dustup of 2019, a few designers reached out to me for advice on how improve their size ranges, branding, and general inclusivity when it comes to the curvy/plus size market. Allie from IndieSew was one of those people, and I'm so pleased to announce that she has… Continue reading Allie Olsen Kila Tank
Seamwork Gene Dress
I had a fancy-ish event to attend a couple of weeks ago and despite telling myself that I absolutely, under no circumstances, needed a new dress, I was sitting in my office late Friday afternoon and inspiration struck. I had just gotten a 5 yard end of bolt deal on this fabric from LA Finch… Continue reading Seamwork Gene Dress
Fitting the Flint Pants by Megan Nielsen Curve
A major focus of my sewing projects over the past couple of years has been trying to sort out WHAT THE HELL is going on my pants/trousers and why they don't fit my body. It's been met with mixed results. I've been working on my jeans patterns for quite some time (and owe you all… Continue reading Fitting the Flint Pants by Megan Nielsen Curve
York Pinafore Class at Hip Stitch Albuquerque!
Friends! I am so excited to share my latest York Pinafore with you AND to let you know that I am teaching a sewing class! WOOOOOO. From interacting with folks in both online and in real life, it has really become more and more apparent to me how important it is to make sure that… Continue reading York Pinafore Class at Hip Stitch Albuquerque!
Me Made May 2019
You didn't think I'd forgotten about Me Made May, did you? Well I kinda had, but the flurry of posts surfacing this morning brought me back to reality. To be honest, I've got a million balls in the air at the moment, so my heart isn't fully in it, but I can't let the chance… Continue reading Me Made May 2019
SBCC Harvey Shirt
It seems like the new Harvey Shirt from SBCC patterns has been met with lots of enthusiasm from the sewing community. I was lucky enough to test the pattern so I wanted to be sure and get a blog post up so everyone could see the pattern on a curvy figure. What seems like a… Continue reading SBCC Harvey Shirt
The Green Violet 