October is here! 🎃 In this month’s bonus episode, Helen shares about the Brooks jeans photoshoot, upcoming quilt patterns, and Sam’s new blog. Caroline shares about her trip to Toronto, her bff weekend in Prince Edward County, and taking on extra hours at Blackbird. They also recap their recent visit at Caroline’s house in Vancouver, talk about their recent makes, share new pattern releases, and share some fun things they’re loving.

Show Notes:

Things We’re Loving:

• The Quacks of Quedlinburg
• “How to Cook Mashed Potato Squash” at Cook Fast Eat Well
• The Rings of Power (on Amazon Prime)
• “The $2 Gyro | But Cheaper” by Joshua Weissman
• The It Girl by Ruth Ware
• The Bear (on Disney+)

Other Mentions:

• Oge Ajibe
• Old Caretaker Studio – Sam’s Minis Painting Blog
• @Old.Caretaker.Studio on Instagram
• @DwellingOnThePast – Sarah’s Vintage Furniture Business
• Eco Satin at Blackbird Fabrics
• Fabric-Backed Eyelet reel by Annie Stafford of Ford Wardrobe

Sewing Patterns:

• Mitchell Trousers by Closet Core Patterns
• West End Jacket by CamiMade Patterns for Peppermint Magazine
• Protea Capsule Wardrobe by Megan Nielsen Patterns
• Syli Dress & Blouse by Named
• Hali Wrap Dress & Jumpsuit
• Yvette Woven Dress by Style Arc
• Kirsi Cardigan by Forget-Me-Not Patterns
• Downpour Drybags by Sew Outdoorsy
• Cropped Jacket by the Assembly Line
• Ashton Top by Helen’s Closet Patterns
• Gilbert Top by Helen’s Closet Patterns
• Dawson Top by Helen’s Closet Patterns
• Sicily Slip Dress by Sewing Patterns by Masin
• Arden Pants by Helen’s Closet Patterns
• Cameron Button Up by Helen’s Closet Patterns
• Yanta Overalls by Helen’s Closet Patterns
• Orchard Dress by Helen’s Closet Patterns
• Pauline Dress by Closet Core Patterns
• Veronik Robe by Closet Core Patterns