Three Places That Inspired Creativity in Paris

Paris feels like a city of artists, and I’m convinced they do this by making you feel like you’re not one. Everywhere I looked in Paris, I saw art—beautiful city streets, galleries in every arrondissement, bakeries with featuring artisan pastries. And people who really look like they belong to a bohemian, beautiful city. And it made me want to be part of it. But although … Continue reading Three Places That Inspired Creativity in Paris

London Gem: One-Stop Sewing Shop Ray-Stitch

My made-to-measure womenswear course at Central St. Martin’s started last weekend. It was exciting (expect an update soon!) but I soon realized that I didn’t have all the tools I needed to create my own clothing patterns. Determined to not show up next week without tools—and with only Sunday to shop—I headed for the only fabric shop I could find that was open on Sunday: … Continue reading London Gem: One-Stop Sewing Shop Ray-Stitch