Beau ties are a girls' best friend.
So last week I showed you how guys can look all casual and handsome with a beau tie. I hope you remember, the bow ties for your beau? Well, they're not only for...
Today is Fashion Revolution Day. When I first heard about the Fashion Revolution, I thought: Wow! That sounds cool. But what is it? And why do we need it?
Fashion Revolution is a non-profit organization that started after 1133 people...
My funky embroidered jean jacket
The jean jacket. A staple in every wardrobe. I found mine about 4 years ago in a thrift store and I loved it for about 2 years. The last two years it was collecting dust...
What is Walkstoff?
When I launched my 'Walkstoff' collection a couple of weeks ago, I got a lot of positive feedback. People just love my two poncho designs and are really intrigued by the fabric that I used. It didn't...
From army coats to vintage headbands
I first touched a sewing machine when I was about 10 years old in crafts class in school. I remember that it was a lot of fun. After I had learned how to use...
Canadian Made Only - Let me introduce you to: Studio Intent
Canadian made. Independently owned. Support local. These catch phrases seem to be everywhere recently. While most companies just...
My home studio
The Maple And Oak Headquarters have been moved once again. I loved working from my last studio because it was so bright and spacious but it always was a temporary solution. When we came home...
The new Maple And Oak Designs Headquarters
So, we've got big Maple And Oak Designs news! Today I moved into my new studio. I'm so happy. Yes, I loved working from home but as we're living in an apartment and...
The Vintage Fabric Patch
Jippy! It's time to introduce a new product: I've been making iron-on vintage fabric patches. Aren't they just adorable? They look amazing on jeans, jean jackets or even just as a cute craft project in an...
Beau ties - how to style a bow tie casually.
I've been making pre-tied bow ties for a couple of months now but I've never been happy with just calling them that. What could I name this funky...