Tool Time!

| The Maven Tool Kits | You may have noticed that we have added some pattern cutting tools to the shop! This little foray of ours into the world of tools occurred after we held our Apron in a Day workshop and the ladies were very excited by my pattern making equipment, I’d never seen […]

The Good Times Skirt Waistband Tutorial

How do you sew the Good Times Skirt waistband? This tutorial shows you how to construct the contrast waistband so the zip finishes neatly right at the top of the band, giving the skirt a crisp, clean finish without needing a buttonhole. Although it is written for the Good Times Skirt, the method also offers […]

The Good Times Skirt Zip Tutorial

How do you sew the centre back zip in the Good Times skirt so it sits cleanly in the waistband? This tutorial shows you how to insert a centred back zip after the waistband as the Good Times Skirt has a slightly unconventional construction order, but once you understand the method, it gives you a […]

#MAVENMAKERS | from Canada to Australia

I was lucky enough to be tagged into an Instagram post that featured our Maria Apron pattern recently. And I’m grateful to be able to share these beautiful photos with you. Amanda of My Fabric Heart made this apron for her dear friend Raechelle.  Amanda lives in Canada and Raechelle lives in Australia. This is […]