After years with Woolie Sparrow, I’m returning to skimmer dresses and rock-n-roll. IU've treid to deny it, but the pandemic reminded me that mid-century joy, easy tailored fashion, beatnik musings, and casseroles with character, has always been my true creative home. So here begins Stitch-O-Rama Susie: a revival rooted in vintage charm, domestic dignity, and intentional living.
Category: Knitting
Rediscovering My Style Through Seasons of Life
For years, I dressed for work in structured, business-appropriate pieces like Old Navy Pixie Pants, button-downs, and the occasional blazer or skirt. When the office relaxed its dress code to business casual, I found myself defaulting to jeans and a simple top. Then the pandemic hit, and like many people, my wardrobe shifted dramatically. First… Continue reading Rediscovering My Style Through Seasons of Life
The Best Laid Plans of Mice and Sparrows
As the fading daylight turns golden, the house settles, and the stitches in the blanket I am making for my mum take shape, no longer just a blob. The soft yarn cascades through the skein, through busy hands and clicking knitting needles. I do not think it will be done by Mother’s Day as intended.… Continue reading The Best Laid Plans of Mice and Sparrows
Purging The Stash and Finding Time for Creativity
When I started this blog, I had some lofty plans: Get back to my sewing machine and spend some quality time with my knitting. Blog about it, perhaps inspiring others in the process. Begin learning embroidery and hand-sewing. Create a line of knitted home items, maybe take on a knitting commission or two. Re-write the… Continue reading Purging The Stash and Finding Time for Creativity
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