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I've long been a fan of Lotta's style - not just her fabric and surface design, but her seemingly effortless personal style. Naturally, I was excited to dig into this book - an apparel sewing book with patterns for key pieces to build a versatile wardrobe (and fun accessories as well). It's the type of book that you really should sit down with and look through from front to back to get the whole picture. (Stop by the shop to check out our copy if you haven't already - sale copies should be arriving later this month.)

My first project? The short version of the Pilvi Coat...

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Join us for another UNWIND event! In December we're making coiled rope baskets. Super fun and addicting to make, each one is truly unique in size, shape, and color.

We think these have great gift potential, but totally get it if you just want to make them to sprinkle all over your own house.

All materials are included and pre-registration is required. Read the full details and register for the Coiled Rope Basket UNWIND event to reserve your spot. Remember, UNWIND events are 21 and over and you are welcome to BYOB!

Once upon a time when I had wee ones and knitting won the contest for Craft That Feeds My Soul I remember seeing the Fringe Supply Company's project bags referenced on popular knitting blogs. These bags always sold out instantly, or what seemed like instantly to me because, listen people, I did not have a smartphone when my first kid arrived. Instagram wasn't a thing. I had to walk barefoot uphill to the computer. Both ways.

I kid, but these bags were very popular and I never managed to get one before they stopped selling them. Fast forward and here we are during a time in which sewing is the craft that's winning most of my creative time. I still wanted one of those bags. So, when Spool received notice of this pattern partnership between Grainline Studio and Fringe Supply Co., we knew it was a perfect match and we didn't hesitate for one second to carry the Stowe bag pattern. Good things come to those who wait!

This bag pattern features two sizes and both versions have lots of great pockets for all of your crafty wares. It's absolutely perfect for stashing your latest knitting project, toting your sewing tools to and from a class or your weekly maker gathering.

Generally, I'm not one to go the cutesy route when it comes to prints, but I don't know, the small creatures and the small bag size let me get away with it in a great way, don't you think? These canvas prints are from The Tinies Collection and I'm smitten with them! The possibilities are endless though with fabric and binding choices. I'm already planning out the large size bag.

The pattern is listed as one that an advanced beginner can tackle and the "advanced" part is the application of the bias binding on a curve, but go slow and you'll be fine! Cute and useful bags await!

Not so sure you are ready to tackle this alone? Join us for our Stowe Bag class and we'll guide you every step of the way!

Makers, we're ready to shout it from our Allentown hilltop!

We are ready to open our doors to you!

Wow, that felt really good. Before you have a chance to ask-yes, there will be a party! Don't ever doubt the party.

All summer long we wielded power tools instead of sewing machines. We've finally put the tools away and are ready to put the fabric in your hands (after we do some proper ogling of course), teach, and yes, gather with you!

While the brick and mortar shop was getting all spiffy, our online shop was getting a makeover as well. Afterall, we couldn't ignore our first baby! You'll see that the new site yields easier searching for fabrics, patterns, and studio happenings. There are new sections for classes, private events, sew-by-the-hour studio rentals, and information on how to get here. Hopefully, you'll find everything you need to make Spool a favorite destination both online and in-person.

We will be throwing open the doors for our grand opening on Sunday, September 13. From Noon to 4 pm, you'll be able to shop with your friends and family and sample some local eats. Not to mention, chances to win some awesome fabric-y prizes! Then we're going to close the register and simply talk and party with all of you grown-up Spool supporters from 6-9 pm. You'll be able to spot us-we'll be the ones sipping bubbly while twirling in our party dresses.

We can't wait!

Just as I’m sure Summer has made an early arrival…brrr, where’s my scarf?! And some cozy flannel, please. That’s okay, it just means I’ll get a little more wear out of this Nani Iro number before summer truly arrives. This is the Tova in dress length, which is really more of a tunic length for […]

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When the Colette Myrtle pattern was released late last Summer, I knew rather quickly that I wanted to make one. As Michelle was stitching her knit version (and raving about it) I quickly followed behind, only I wanted to go with a woven fabric. I chose one of the cotton lawn prints from Cotton + […]

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Now that it’s spring, we want to surround ourselves with green! We’re still all about brightening up our spaces and creating things that simply make us happy to display! We can’t think of a better host for this project than the Staghorn Home and Garden Cafe where gardening, home decor, gifts, and local coffee and treats […]

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