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Our beloved Washi pattern update is now available. Get the details in my blog post!

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Me-Made Rainbow
Me-Made Rainbow
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Washi Update: Tester Roundup
NEW WASHI IS HERE!
NEW WASHI IS HERE!
NEW WASHI PATTERN, coming soon!
NEW WASHI PATTERN, coming soon!
How to blend sizes for Rose
How to blend sizes for Rose
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Rose Pants Sewalong: Steps 8-11
 
 
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My former studio assistant Melissa has been expecting her first baby (she delivered a healthy little girl yesterday!!!), so I spent the past weekend racing the biological clock as it were to get these Little Geranium Dresses finished on time for her arrival. I’ve also enjoyed sewing burp cloths and flannel wipes...this brings back so many fond memories of sewing for my own babies. * I'd like to recommend a new podcast I’ve been listening to while sewing for this little one: NATAL, which is focused on telling the stories of black birthing parents and one that I highly recommend. What a world this child arrives into. Sewing is ultimately an act of hope, a prayer of sorts, and for this little one, how I desperately wish for the world to be transformed into a better one than her mother, grandmothers, great-grandmothers were born into. The only way that can happen is if we all work to make it so. * If you'd like to make this little dress, it's available as a free pattern on my blog. I'm not asking you pay for it but I do ask that if you download it you would consider listening to NATAL @natalstories while you sew (tagged in the third pic; I'll also put the link in my stories -- the second episode on the history of obstetrics is particularly eye-opening), and/or consider making a donation to Black Mamas Matter Alliance (@blackmamasmatter). You can find the free pattern by searching "Little Geranium" on my website via the link in my profile. It's also available in more sizes via my shop. * PS. I have been saving the adorable pink banana fabric designed by Rashida Coleman Hale @rashida_coleman_hale for the perfect baby project...I particularly love this print because a) it's cute. and b) making this into a baby dress seems like a bit of an inside joke for the parents...parenting at nearly all times just feels completely bananas, doesn't it? (Swipe for a closeup of the fabric) * #littlegeranium #geraniumdress #madebyrae
After pausing posting for the past week and a half to make more space for and listen more intently to the voices of Black makers, educators, and activists, I want to thank those who have shared their stories and experiences, as well as generously shared resources and knowledge this week (and for years before this). All of us here at Made by Rae -- me, Jess, Elli, Karen -- stand against the horrific acts of terror against our fellow Black citizens by police, white supremacists, and the ongoing systemic racism in this country. Black Lives Matter. No one should have to live in fear of harm to themselves, their families, or loved ones. It's heartbreaking that we still have to say those words in 2020. We want a better, more just future than this. To my fellow makers who are Black: thank you for the contributions you have made here in the online sewing community despite the implicit and explicit racism you've experienced even within a community that claims to be accepting and inclusive of everyone. Your creativity and words, and the time and experiences you share here are a vital part of what make this community so fantastic. Thank you for continuing to create and share your work in the midst of pain. Enacting change is not just about a week of listening and learning, it's about a lifetime of anti-racism work. We are committed to not just action but sustained action, not just learning but continued learning (and unlearning, relearning), and to sharing resources that will be helpful to others. This past week Made by Rae donated to the Black Lives Matter Global fund, and I'm making a plan for Made by Rae that includes continued donations to black-led, black-centered organizations focused on justice. I know that not all of you are able, but if you can, please donate (@blklivesmatter). Speaking out is important, but action is what drives real change.
#blackouttuesday 🖤 #amplifymelanatedvoices . Do not use the BLM hashtag if you post for blackout Tuesday - it erases meaningful protest and messages. Do your research.
Here’s yesterday’s #memademay2020 outfit so my #sewmyownrainbow can be completed by end of month. We’ve been really swamped with email and resend requests so if you’re waiting to hear back from me on something I appreciate your patience. I do want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported the #washi relaunch by purchasing or repurchasing the pattern. Thank you from the bottom of my 💙. Wearing #mbrjade + #cleoskirt . . . . #memadeveryday #sewing #isew #madebyrae #handmadewardrobe #isewlation #sewstayhome #memade #sewmyownrainbow
Big shout-out to the testers who made the New Washi possible!! Scroll through to see just a handful of photos showing the amazing work these testers did. More photos and details on the blog!
We launched the New Washi yesterday!!! See yesterday’s post for more details, and you’ll find links in my stories to read more on the blog, and purchase it in the shop. And don’t forget we’re celebrating with a site-wide PDF sale. Get 15% off your entire purchase of regular-prices PDF patterns in my shop with code WASHI15. Sale ends Sunday at midnight EDT.
Friends, I’m so very excited to be able to finally be able to tell you that the Washi Sewing Pattern is updated and now available in our extended size range, with additional bodice pieces for fuller busts and updated sewing instructions. This pattern first launched in 2012 and has been loved by many. It gives me so much joy to think about how many more of you will be able to sew this design now. Please check out my website or your inbox for details on the new pattern and/or your automatic update if you already purchased the PDF. ✨ To celebrate, we are having a sitewide PDF sale until the end of May (use WASHI15) for 15% off full price PDF patterns! ✨ thank you for your patience with this update!! ❤️
Last day of green 💚 for #memademay2020 with a swishy Cleo maxi skirt - I used the full width of fabric and added length and side slits at the bottom for this one. #cleoskirt . . . . #memadeveryday #sewing #isew #madebyrae #handmadewardrobe #isewlation #sewstayhome #memade #sewmyownrainbow